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Visiting The Opera House Wellington: what to know before you go
111/113 Manners St, 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
The Opera House Wellington is a opera house in Wellington, open since 1914, with room for about 1,381 people.
Of the 19 upcoming shows with a published time, 47% start at 19:30 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Saturday and Sunday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 8 dates.
3 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus stop and Train); the nearest is Awanui Labs - Courtenay Place, 180 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Opera house
- Capacity
- 1,381
- Opened
- 1914
- Address
- 111/113 Manners St, 6011, Wellington, New Zealand
- Upcoming events
- 20
- Usual start time
- 19:30
- Busiest days
- Saturday, Sunday
The Opera House Wellington, month by month
- October 20261 date, including After Dark: The Opera House [R18]
- November 20268 dates, including Venues Wellington Heritage Tours, Journey to Oz and Tuanbia Thar
- December 20262 dates, including Adam Kay and An Evening with Guenther Steiner
- January 20271 date, including The Snow Fairy
- February 20272 dates, including Randy Feltface - Gimmick and The Guilty Feminist Podcast: Live
- March 20272 dates, including Lee Harris: The Oneness Experience and Two Psychics And A Medium
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Plays & Musicals (8), Concerts (3), Comedy (3), Dance (2) and Talks & Lectures (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Awanui Labs - Courtenay PlaceBus stop180 m
2 min walk - Te Aro Railway StationTrain330 m
4 min walk - Wellington Train StationTrain600 m
7 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 150 m from the venue.
Next events at The Opera House Wellington
Nov7Sat
Nov8Sun
Nov14Sat
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The Opera House Wellington: practical questions
How many people fit in The Opera House Wellington?
The Opera House Wellington has a capacity of about 1,381; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did The Opera House Wellington open?
The Opera House Wellington opened in 1914.
What time do shows start at The Opera House Wellington?
Usually at 19:30 (47% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to The Opera House Wellington?
Awanui Labs - Courtenay Place (Bus stop), 180 m away – about 2 min on foot.
Can I park near The Opera House Wellington?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 150 m away.
What kind of events does The Opera House Wellington host?
Upcoming dates by category: Plays & Musicals (8), Concerts (3), Comedy (3) and Dance (2).
Which month has the most events at The Opera House Wellington?
November 2026, with 8 dates, including Venues Wellington Heritage Tours and Journey to Oz.
Which other venues are close to The Opera House Wellington?
San Fran (360 m), Michael Fowler Centre (240 m), St James Theatre Wellington (230 m) and Te Whare Whakarauika Wellington Town Hall (280 m).
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