Thank you for an amazing weekend! See you next year!
WHERE CREATIVITY AND CELEBRATION COLLIDE
CubaDupa is Wellington’s free street festival. It’s a festival of colour, art, music, theatre, dance, food, and thousands of artists. This year, it took place on MARCH 28 – 29, 2026.
As a fitting ode to the end of summer, CubaDupa is all about communal joy as familiar city streets are transformed into a vibrant celebration. Every corner of the Cuba Quarter will transform into a playground. We welcome you to a world of art and culture lurking right here in Pōneke.
We look forward to showcasing the most exciting and innovative art made here in Aotearoa New Zealand. Applications for artists, vendors, and volunteers will open later in the year.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What weekend is CubaDupa?
CubaDupa will take place March 28 – 29, 2026. Make sure you’re signed up to our newsletter to be the first to know more news.
Where is CubaDupa?
CubaDupa is held on Cuba Street and across its neighbouring streets, within Wellington CBD.
What are the festival times?
Saturday – 12pm to 12am
Sunday – 11am to 6pm
THE LATEST CUBADUPA NEWS
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Wellington’s beloved street festival, CubaDupa, today announces its full lineup for 2026, confirming a wave of artists set to transform the Cuba Precinct into a kaleidoscope of music, performance, kai…
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