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A colourful stage during an outdoor concert during CubaDupa, an annual street festival in Wellington.

Wellington celebrates the arts with a street party like no other.

Returning in March 2025, CubaDupa takes over the heart of Wellington for two days of carnival-style festival. The Cuba Street quarter will swell with food trucks, street theatre, dance, acrobats, and live music. Wander the streets, get lost in the magic, and get your groove on. 

Two street performers dresses in silver and blue with disco balls on their heads are dancing and waving as a part of the CubaDupa street festival in Wellington.
A couple of kids sit on their parent's shoulders and reach up toward streamers suspended over Cuba Street during CubaDupa.
A three-piece rock band performs an outdoor concert at CubaDupa.
A group of dancers perform a Haka at the CubaDupa street festival.

Whether you visit during the day or late into the night, CubaDupa is a calendar highlight that celebrates the city and the arts. Suitable for the whole family, it’s a very Wellington way to see out the end of summer. 

Stages throughout the festival will showcase New Zealand’s emerging talent alongside established artists. The lineup includes Silver Scroll-winning artist Anna Coddington, Chelsea Jade, and funk band Black Comet. The mesmerising COLOSSAL circus will take to the air and Brazil’s Mass Frevo Orchestra will bring the spirit of carnival. With plenty more acts to be announced, CubaDupa is set to be a feast for the senses. 

No tickets are required. This event is free for everyone and open to the public.

Looking down on Cuba street as hundreds of people flood the street for CubaDupa wearing bright colours.

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