Events at Wellington Pride Festival 2025

There’s all kinds of things happening over the month of March, from large scale to small. Have a hunt and find what’s good for you.

Wellington Pride Festival is producing Kuru Pounamu, the Youth Ball, Out in the City, and the Hīkoi and Pride Picnic. All other events are created by our community.

Scroll to find events chronologically, filter by categories to align with your interests, or tags to match your accessibility needs. Otherwise you can download the full programme as a PDF.

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Ivy Karaoke
Mar
19

Ivy Karaoke

Join us at Ivy Bar, Wellington's favorite queer bar, for an unforgettable night of karaoke magic! Whether you're a seasoned performer or just here to belt out your favorite tunes, our welcoming vibe and supportive crowd make Ivy Karaoke the ultimate spot for self-expression and fun.

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Pride Movie: Moonlight
Mar
18

Pride Movie: Moonlight

In this acclaimed coming-of-age drama, a young man who grows up poor, Black and gay in a rough Miami neighborhood tries to find his place in the world. Chairs are provided, but bring pillows/beanbags/blankets/snacks/drinks if you would like to set up a cozy spot on the floor.

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Celebration of Queer Spirit Church Service
Mar
16

Celebration of Queer Spirit Church Service

All are invited to this special morning of celebrating the diversity across God's creation! Coinciding with the Wellington Pride Festival, this service will be a bit different from our normal Sunday worship service, with adapted liturgies, prayers, and songs that celebrate those that don't fit into the neat and tidy boxes which society so often prescribes.

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Fat Queers Eating Cake
Mar
15

Fat Queers Eating Cake

There’s so much strength and solidarity in members of marginalised communities getting together to have a joyous good time. Fat Queers Eating Cake! is a shared meal (please bring food to share, if you’re able), where you can gather with friends old and new, free of any diet talk or body shaming. 

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Ivy Karaoke
Mar
12

Ivy Karaoke

Join us at Ivy Bar, Wellington's favorite queer bar, for an unforgettable night of karaoke magic! Whether you're a seasoned performer or just here to belt out your favorite tunes, our welcoming vibe and supportive crowd make Ivy Karaoke the ultimate spot for self-expression and fun.

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