Events

Looking for something to do? We’ve got you.

From weekend markets, food markets, festivals, exhibitions and one-off events, there’s always something happening across the Hutt.

Pick something, make a plan, and get amongst it.

 

Events that we love

The events we think are worth making plans for

Sweet as hot chocolate challenge

Winter tastes better with hot chocolate. Discover limited-edition creations from local cafés across Lower Hutt, collect your favourites, and warm up one cup at a time.

  • 2 July - 19 July

Plan Your Hot Chocolate Trail

burger Wellington

From classic crowd-pleasers to creations you won't find any other time of year, local chefs are serving up their take on Wellington's favourite foodie month.

  • 3 August - 23 August

Plan your feast

Local Favourites

You’re regular go-to events and recurring favourites.

hutt city night market

Wind down after work with a mix of local food trucks serving everything from international street food to Kiwi favourites.

Riverbank Market

Riverbank Market is a Saturday favourite for fresh produce, coffee, baked treats and local stalls, open weekly from 6am–2pm.

Naenae Village market

Support local artisans, food vendors and small businesses every Saturday at Hillary Court from 9am–1pm with fresh local finds.

Coming Up

Monthly gigs, pop-ups and seasonal events.

Wine & Watercolour Evening - Marlborough Sounds

End your working week on a creative high with the joys of watercolours by painting up a storm together with a glass of wine (or two) for inspiration. Find out more

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Friday LAUGHS WITH JEROME CHANDRAHASAN AND TOM SAINSBURY

Featuring Tom Sainsbury and MC Jerome Chandrahasen, expect a night of sharp comedy, Kiwi humour and plenty of laughs. Find out more

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Discover what else is happening in the Hutt

Three women are on Boulder Hill in Belmont Regional Park during sunset, one jumping with arms raised, others standing, dressed in outdoor gear.
A view from inside Seashore Cabaret in Petone, showing several groups of people sitting at tables, with an outdoor scene of a body of water and islands through large windows behind them.
A smiling man in a black jacket shopping for snacks in an aisle of The Spice Rack in Petone, holding two packages of snack food.
Interior of Revive Cafe in Petone, with a barista working behind the counter. Decor includes large green glass bottles and potted plants on shelves, with sunlight coming through large windows.