Lōemis festival returns, from June 9 to 21!

This year’s programme includes a series of great musical offerings, with shows by Earth Tongue, Bret McKenzie, the State Highway Wonders, Clear Path Ensemble, and Stroma.

Other highlights include Justin Firefly’s new experimental light and sound work, Flashpoint–Synapse and Jake Baxendale’s jazz-folk work Waypeople.

There’ll also be markets, food offerings, an installation at Pukeahu, a visit from Berlin-based sound artist Lou Drago, and a blissful closing night party — featuring Love Party (on debut), along with The Electrons and Flute Journeys.

Visit loemis.nz for tickets and information. ...

Wellington is about to get a whole lot cooler!

Paradice Events brings the magic of winter back to the heart of Wellington, with its iconic pop-up ice rink! From the 14th of June, the rink will transform Queen’s Wharf into a winter wonderland for skaters of all ages.

For ice skating first-timers and pros alike, everyone is invited to join the fun right in the middle of the city!

With themed nights to keep the energy high:
Student Wednesdays - Skate with your mates and enjoy midweek discounts
Skate & Date Thursdays - Romantic tunes, soft lights, and perfect vibes
Groovy Fridays - Featuring a Top 40 Countdown ...

The Matariki star cluster appears in our morning sky in midwinter, an important signal of the Māori New Year.

Join us at Space Place on the 17th and 18th of June for two early morning sessions (5am-7am), where we will watch Matariki and Puanga rising on the planetarium screen, preparing you to find these markers with the naked eye when they rise above Pōneke in June.

We will also discuss the season’s significance to mana whenua and allow a peaceful moment to reflect upon the year gone, and the one to come. 

Kai/breakfast is included: toast, porridge with toppings, tea, coffee, milo, and kawakawa tea.  ...

Our dear friend Simloco is back on the Moon for another Free Live Music Wednesday!

Hailing from the beautiful Kāpiti Coast, Simloco’s sound reflects his environment: Laid back, chill, and beautifully mesmerising.

Often described as the kiwi reincarnation of the late and legendary Mac Miller, Simloco is a wizard and a lyrical mastermind!

His music drifts between melodic acoustic jams and upbeat, invigorating rhymes. He always brings the good times!

Moon will also be doing pizzas for just $15, from 5.30pm until 9pm. ...

Nau mai haere mai whānau! Matariki is upon us once more, and we invite you to join us at Space Place’s annual Hākari Below the Stars celebration. 

Enjoy live star talks in our planetarium theatre with Space Place’s Colin Smilie, a whānau activity with Tayla Hartemink, kai on offer, and live music throughout the night from Petone local Jhan Lindsay and friends. 

We can’t wait to welcome the indigenous new year with you! 
Thursday 19 June | 5PM – 9PM. Booking is essential  ...

Taranaki 3-piece alt-rock band 'DarkWater' are amped to return to Wellington, for a massive night of crushing heavy riffs and soaring melodies at Wellington's MOON, on Saturday 21st June.

Still buzzing following the November release of their epic new album Turning Point, Darkwater will take to the stage with special guests and local rock legends Curlys Jewels, and Celtic-punk fusion masters Donald and the Bucks!!

20 dollar tickets available from www.undertheradar.co.nz ...