A Prime Hotel in a Prime Location -
Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman is perfectly positioned in the heart of Wellington - between Wellington's prime Business, Government and Entertainment districts.
Minutes walk to all major attractions such as The Terrace, Courtenay Place, the Michael Fowler Centre, the TSB Arena, Lambton Quay, Te Papa Museum, Wellington's Waterfront and Civic Centre. A few minutes drive to the Ferry terminal and 15 minutes drive from the International and Domestic Airport.
Blackcaps v India, 1st Test, Basin Reserve, Wellington, Accommodation
Its not truly a kiwi summer without cricket and this summer Wellington is the place.
Wellington's Basin Reserve will be playing host to the some of the worlds best players this summer, watch as India drops in to take on the Blackcaps in the first Test match of 2020.
New Zealand International Film Festival Accommodation 2018
Celebrate the wonderful world of indie films.
Escape the cold this winter with New Zealand International Film Festival. See stunning films from the biggest and the smallest indie directors NZ & the world has to offer. With over 150 features and documentaries there's somethings for everyone.
Home & Garden Show Westpac Stadium Accommodation 2018
Tomorrow’s ideas, today on show at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show.
Enhance your home with the Wellington's Home and Garden Show with hundreds of products and ideas for the home anyone wanting to improve their lifestyle, talk with experts about the latest trends or just wonder the show floor through the hundreds of booths and be inspired.
Queen + Adam Lambert will bring the show to Wellington on Wednesday 5 February!
Queen + Adam Lambert are heading our way in 2020, they’ll be preforming not 1 or 2 but 3 massive shows across New Zealand. It’s going to be a Killer Queen preference not to be missed filled to be brim with Queen classics from “Under Pressure” to “Don’t Stop Me Now”. You’ll go Radio Ga Ga over Adam Lamberts stunning rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody.
Wellington Waterfront, Festival for the Future 2019
Look to the future
Festival for the Future is a remarkable event that attracts 1,200+ emerging leaders from across New Zealand, and increasingly the Asia–Pacific. The action-packed weekend features a diverse range of inspiring speakers, future-focused panels, hands-on workshops and a marketplace for great ideas
K-Culture Festival, Michael Fowler Centre, Accommodation
Experience Koran culture right in the heart of Wellington
Come on down to the Michael Fowler Centre July 6th and be transported 9,946 km across the pacific to Koran. K-Culture Festival showcases the best of Korean culture, activities, fashion, food, dance and entertainment
Trees for Kiwi Babies - Matariki Planting 2019 Accommodation
Help plant Trees for Kiwi Babies
Make you weekend count and come on down to Mt Vic this June and do your part to keep NZ beautiful What to bring: All you’ll need to bring are closed-toed shoes, warm clothing, drinking water and wet weather gear. We will provide a Barbecue lunch for our hard-working volunteers following the planting. By attending the Matariki planting, you’ll help plant 500 native trees in support of Forest at the heart of Wellington – a partnership between the Rotary Club, Wellington City Council and Conservation Volunteers New Zealand. This valuable project is working to restore indigenous biodiversity across the Wellington Town Belt.
Vodafone Warriors vs Cronulla – Southland Sharks Wellington Accommodation
Vodafone Warriors are back in Wellington this winter.
Are you ready to experience the best action the NRL has to offer right here in the coolest little capital? The Vodafone Warriors are back this winter to take on Southland Sharks.
Event details: Vodafone Warriors v Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks (Round 18) in Wellington on Friday 19 July (kick-off 8.00pm).
All Blacks vs South Africa Wellington Accommodation
Its Rugby fever this July
This July the titans of the rugby world will clash in Wellington as the All Blacks take on South Africa this Test match will effectively be a dress rehearsal the tow teams much-anticipated opening pool match of Rugby World Cup in Japan later this year.
City Gallery Wellington: The Technological Sublime
1 May 2019 (Wed) - 14 Jul 2019 (Sun)
City Gallery Wellington: The Technological Sublime Accommodation
Semiconductor is a large-scale moving-image works that extend our experience and understanding of the world through the lens of scientific technology by UK artist duo Ruth Jarman and Joe Gerhardt. The exposition’s central video installation Earthworks (2016), uses data from real-world volcanoes, glaciers, and earthquakes—including the 2016 Kaikoura quake. Other works take data from the ultrabig to the ultrasmall, from activity on the surface of the sun to the movement of subatomic particles, including NASA, CERN, the Smithsonian, and the Charles Darwin Research Station in the Galapagos Islands.
Te Taiao celebrates Aotearoa’s unique natural environment, explore three interactive exhibitions all focused around our weird and wonderful wildlife our shaky land, and the innovative ways we’re protecting our natural taonga (treasures) as well as the return of Te papa’s beloved Colossal Squid. Book Accommodation
The Wellington Marathon has something for everyone With a Full and Half Marathon, 10k, 5k and the Kids' Magic Mile all along the spectacular waterfront waterfront.
If you are looking to try something a little different WOAP is the festival for you
Visa WOAP is a celebration of food done right. let your taste bud be your guide and explore the best of Wellington food scene. Restaurants, venues, laneways and carparks are host to wild celebrations of food and beverage through exclusive set menus, burgers, cocktails, unforgettable events and pop ups.
This exhibition is on now at Te Papa. The worlds of movies, model making and museums combine to take you on an immersive journey through the battlefields.
To mark the World War I centenary, Te Papa has joined forces with Weta Workshop to take you back to Gallipoli. Experience the triumphs and countless tragedies of this 8 month campaign through the eyes of the ordinary New Zealanders who were there.
Grand Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman Hotel has special group accommodation rates for groups visiting this exhibition. Please enquire below for details.
A truly multi-purpose venue located on the capital’s fabulous waterfront
The TSB Bank Arena is the city’s most versatile indoor space – perfect for hosting public tradeshows, indoor sporting events, large concerts and impressive gala dinners.
The TSB Bank Arena is within an easy stroll of major hotel accommodation, culinary delights, quirky cafes, boutique shopping as well as Wellington’s arts, culture and entertainment precinct.
Where the best atmosphere and enjoyment in the city come together as one.
One of Wellington premier event destinations, close to many local attractions and easily accessible via public transport Westpac Stadium is the perfect place for all events from sporting to food and wine.
