Event Details
Āhea | When: 3pm–midnight, Friday 10 April 2026
Ki hea | Where: Wellington Waterfront | View on Google Maps
Te utu | Cost: The event is sold out. Check the official website for festival information and updates.
Age restriction: This is an R18+ event. ID is required for entry.
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For the first time ever, ULTRA New Zealand is making its way to Wellington, introducing one of the globe’s most legendary electronic dance music festivals to the vibrant capital city.
The inaugural New Zealand edition will take place exclusively at the Wellington Waterfront on Friday, 10 April 2026, turning the harbor’s edge into a bustling celebration filled with open-air multi-stage performances showcasing international electronic music talent.
The internationally recognized ULTRA Worldwide brand spans over 30 countries across six continents, renowned for its large-scale productions, top-tier DJs, and immersive festival experiences.
This landmark event holds immense significance for Wellington, set to attract thousands of visitors and bolstering the capital’s reputation as a premier destination for entertainment and live events.
What to Expect
ULTRA New Zealand promises an unforgettable experience, featuring:
- Four formidable stages, including three international stages and one dedicated to New Zealand’s drum & bass artists.
- Over 30 international and local performers gracing the stage, with headliners such as The Chainsmokers, DJ Snake, Zedd, Darren Styles, Oliver Heldens, Miss Monique, MaRLo, and Pendulum (DJ Set).
- A one-day festival experience running from 3pm to midnight around the stunning Wellington Waterfront.
The festival is estimated to draw in approximately 23,000 attendees, including a diversified crowd of visitors from New Zealand and beyond.
This exciting event is forecasted to provide a significant uplift to Wellington’s hospitality, retail, accommodation, and tourism sectors. The multi-year agreement illustrates a long-term investment in Wellington, solidifying its status as a future home for major international events.
With this introduction, Wellington joins the ranks of global cities like Miami, Tokyo, and Sydney, all of which have had the privilege of hosting this esteemed festival.
Road Closures and Access
From 7pm on Thursday, 9 April to 6pm on Saturday, 11 April, there will be a partial temporary closure of the Wellington Waterfront, specifically between Waitangi Park and Odlins Plaza, which includes Te Papa Promenade and part of Taranaki Street Wharf. Thankfully, clear diversions will be established for pedestrians and cyclists.
All businesses located on the Wellington Waterfront will remain open throughout the event.
Key Access Information:
- Temporary lane closures and restricted vehicle access will be enforced around the Te Papa/Taranaki Street/Cable Street/Herd Street/Jervois Quay area from 2pm on Friday, 10 April to 2am on Saturday, 11 April.
- Pedestrian and cycle routes will be altered, with some traffic redirected via Tory Street during peak hours. Attendees are encouraged to dismount where necessary and follow the diversions as indicated.
- Barnett Street car park will close from 3.30pm on Sunday, 5 April to 5pm on Monday, 13 April.
- Clyde Quay car park on Herd Street will be closed from Monday, 6 April to Sunday, 12 April, although access to marina and resident parking will be maintained.
- Temporary fencing and security measures will be implemented around the waterfront during peak traffic times to ensure health and safety amidst the bustling events.
- The Te Papa slip lane entrance will be closed for part of the event period.
- Temporary no-parking and no-stopping regulations will be enforced on several nearby streets, with specific sections reserved for authorized or residential access only.
- Dedicated taxi and rideshare pick-up/drop-off zones will be operating. It’s crucial to follow the posted signage and staff directions.
- The Harbourside Market will relocate to the Reading Cinema car park on Wakefield Street on Sunday, 12 April.
