23 Epic Things To Do This November 2022 In Wellington

From interactive festivals to cool pop-ups and more…there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Wellington. Here’s 23 of the best things to do in Wellington this November 2022.

1. VERB Readers & Writers Festival 2022

Until November 6, celebrate Radical Possibility with an array of events from performances, workshops and keynote speakers in honour of the best books, stories and ideas with the potential to change the world.

📍Various Locations

2. Toast Martinborough 2022

Make your Sunday, November 20, an exciting one at this unique one-day festival across multiple boutique vineyards in Martinborough, to enjoy the finest food, wine and music. Just an hour from Wellington, it has been a crowd-pleaser since its inception in 1992.

📍Martinborough

3. Beers At The Basin 2022

Hopefully the sun is shining for this fantastic beer festival making a comeback on November 26. Picture this: your best festival gear, paired with cold craft beers and wines, mingling on the lawn embankment, while jamming to live music. One of the most unmissable festivals this season in Wellington.

📍 Basin Reserve, Wellington, New Zealand

4. Visit the beach

Wellington is blessed with a stunning coastline with delightful beaches to relax at this summer season. Discover the best ones to visit here.

5. Go Green Expo

On November 5 and 6, this free sustainable lifestyle showcase is one of the best things to do. Learn about eco homes and building, explore green food stands, buy sustainable products, take part in wellness classes like yoga and plenty more.

📍TSB Arena, Wellington

6. Wellington Polish Christmas Market

Kickstart the festival season by attending this lovely little Christmas market on November 19. Enjoy delicious food with an epic street music party and the opportunity to buy lots of European-inspired gifts and goodies.

📍Dom Polski , 257 Riddiford St, Newtown, Wellington

7. Wellington’s first champagne bar

The Champagneria is the first-ever champagne bar to open in Wellington. It specialises in a host of champagnes and sparkling wines from across the globe, alongside boozy brunches, high teas and more. Read all about it here.

8 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

8. Zealandia at Dawn

On various dates in October, experience the awakening of creatures at Zealandia. Certainly, a one-of-a-kind experience. Get tickets on the website.

📍 53 Waiapu Road, Karori, Wellington 6012, New Zealand

9. Spring Garden Pods

An enchanting pop-up dining experience, where you can cosy up in magical pods surrounded by florals, is a must-do at St Johns Bar and Eatery. Find out about it here.

10. Movenpick Chocolate Hour

Head to this fabulous new hotel to indulge in their delicious chocolate hour. Certainly, one of the best things to do for foodies in Wellington. Read all about it here.

11. Argentinian Asado Evenings

Nikau relaunched their Argentinian-style asado dining experience paired with wine for barbecue lovers. Read all about it here.

📍City Gallery Wellington, Te Ngākau Civic Square, 101 Wakefield Street, Wellington 6011

12. Zealandia Night Tour

Explore Zealandia sanctuary at night for the most surreal experience. Learn about unique species and New Zealand’s history from a guide and see plenty of rare and endangered species like tuatara and glow worms, to name a few.

📍 53 Waiapu Road, Karori, Wellington 6012, New Zealand

13. Hippopotamus High Tea

As one of our favourite adult birthday ideas, it’s also perfect for a weekend experience with friends. Read all about it here.

📍 90 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

14. Xcape Wellington

An escape room is a great way to get your adrenaline pumping for the weekend. With only 60 minutes to escape, you must try and unlock the keys by solving puzzles and riddles in a room with your team. If you’ve never done an escape room before, now is your time.

📍 69 Pharazyn Street, Melling, Lower Hutt 5010, New Zealand

15. Sweet Axe

As one of our favourite date ideas, it’s also an excellent thing to do with a group. Certainly, a way to let out your anger, provoking endless laughter and interesting conversations.

📍60 Cambridge Terrace, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

16. Go to the cinema

Grab your partner, your friend, or go on your own, but head to your nearest movie theatre to catch one of the best recent releases on the big screen.

📍 Various Locations 

17. Paper Pals

Head to the Te Papa Museum to see local artist Ben Pearce’s exhibition. The sculpture features four giant origamis with a panda, baboon, pūkeko and pukeko. It’s free and will remain there until 2024.

📍55 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

18. Glamping

As one of our favourite Wellington date ideas, it’s a fantastic thing to do. For example, Canopy Camping Escapes have an exclusive Wellington site. Wonderfully, Boho Bach offers spectacular views in a beautiful and private setting.

📍 Fortification Road, Karaka Bays, Wellington 6022, New Zealand

19. Instagrammable Food Hunt

Courtesy of Secret, check out the most instagrammable foods in Wellington and embark on a foodie adventure.

📍 Various Locations 

20. Weta Workshop

From bizarre costumes to mystical creatures, learn how physical effects of major TV and film masterpieces were created at this studio tour. In a unique universe, you’ll meet iconic craftspeople and more. Weta Workshop is best known for its Oscar-winning work on Lord Of The Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. For more information, visit Weta Workshop.

📍 21 Camperdown Road, Miramar, Wellington 6022, New Zealand

21. Try out Fred’s sandwiches

This 5-star reviewed café came under our radar for their irresistible OTT sandwiches. Read all about them here. Otherwise, pick from a selection of the best loaded sandwiches places in Wellington.

22. Candlelight Concerts

Why not see a world-class candlelight concert? Past performers included tunes from Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald and more. Read all about it here and purchase tickets.

📍Various Locations 

23. Dutch Sweets

Head to Harbourside Market to indulge on authentic and drooling Dutch sweets. Read all about them here. 

📍 Riverside Market, Wellington