Explore Wellington during Open Day
Make the most of your weekend in Wellington—collect your free wristband to unlock exclusive discounts and deals across the city.
Make the most of your Open Day weekend by exploring all that Wellington has to offer. We've pulled together deals and discounts to help make your trip memorable. Check out the list of events on across the city over the weekend to get the full Wellington experience.
Things do to around Wellington
Don't miss:
- a walk up to Mt Vic for views across the whole city
- a wander along Cuba St, explore the best vintage shops, cafes and street performances
- a ride up the Cable Car and a meander through the Botanic Gardens
- Oriental Bay—seaside stroll in the middle of a city? Say less.
Wristband discounts
Show your Vic Uni Open Day wristband to access these deals. Collect your wristband from any of our campuses on Open Day.
| Vendor | Discount |
|---|---|
| Faultline Climbing Gym | $10 day pass and climbing shoes included |
| Wellington Zoo | 2-for-1 Zoo Entry |
| WellyPutt | $13 Entry |
| Ferret Bookshop | Get 20% off your order |
| Wellington Cable Car | $4 One-way tickets, or $7 return tickets |
| Sweet Axe | 1-hour private lane sessions for up to 3–6 players for $200 (normally $325) |
| Smash Room | Buy one crate and get a second free in the smash room |
| Zealandia | Get 10% off general admission (excluding tours). Afterwards, stop by the café and get a free regular coffee with any food purchase. |
Restaurants
| Vendor | Discount |
|---|---|
| Dilly Dally | 10% off your order |
| Misu | Get 20% off your order (excluding deals or promotions) |
| Southern Cross | 10% off your order, plus $10 off your meal when you sign up for Star Social with promo code THECROSS |
| Taste of Home | Get 10% off your order |
| Wellington Chocolate Factory | $10 for a hot chocolate and a cookie |
| Zambrero | Get 20% off your order at all four participating locations: Cuba Street, Courtenay Place, Featherston Street, and Petone |
| Zelati | 10% off your order |
What's on over the weekend
August is one of the best months to be in Wellington with tons of events happening. Here are a few things we recommend for your visit!
Wellington On A Plate
This one is for the foodies, Aotearoa's largest food festival. Whether you're into a dining experience or the most interesting burger ever, there is something for everyone. Checkout the events and find a burger that calls to you.
Welly Night Markets
A street market bringing together great food, local makers, music, and Wellington vibes—right in the heart of the city.
Thursday, Friday and Saturday
5:00 PM–9:00 PM
45A Abel Smith Street, Te Aro (right behind our Te Aro Campus), plus a new location launching in August!
Check out their page for up to date information and vendors.
Orchestra Wellington
CREATION with Ballet Collective Aotearoa
Saturday 22 August, 7.30pm
Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington
Get Orchestra Wellington tickets
Tākina presents LEGO® Star Wars™: The Exhibition
Build, battle and explore the galaxy as LEGO® Star Wars™: The Exhibition makes its international debut at Tākina.
New Zealand International Film Festival
Catch the last weekend of the NZIFF. With a carefully curated selection of more than 130 films to choose from, the NZIFF 2026 programme has something for every type of movie fan.