Venues

About the Jazz Festival venues

The Wellington Jazz Festival takes place over one weekend in three key venues in downtown Wellington. Each venue is less than one minute’s walking distance from the other. .

The Michael Fowler Centre

The Michael Fowler Centre is one of New Zealand’s premier concert halls and played host to Sonny Rollins at his first New Zealand performance in June 2011. Its unique interior design reflects sound evenly throughout the auditorium, creating the clear acoustics for which it is internationally renowned.

The Ilott Theatre

Located on the ground floor of the Wellington Town Hall, the Ilott Theatre has comfortable tiered seating with excellent sight lines. This intimate and attractive space provides a wonderful location to enjoy the selection of premium local talent that will performs at the Wellington Jazz Festival.

Civic Square

Civic Square, nestled amongst the City Gallery, Central Wellington City Library, the Michael Fowler Centre and key tourist spots, is home to our outdoor concerts. Its large open space and central location makes it the perfect place to enjoy jazz on a warm evening.

Venue locations