Tui | Thursday 18 January
Tui-Eilish Tahere-Katene (Ngapuhi & Nga Rauru) is a 17-year-old soul singer from Kapiti who will be performing a journey through the ages of women in soul.
She has released two singles under the name ‘Tuisoul’ but this will be one of her first major live gigs, and she’s very excited to perform in front of a large crowd in such an iconic setting.
“Gardens Magic is super important for young people like me to get a good start into the music industry – and get heard by a wide range of listeners.
“This year has been a great year for me as a singer, and 2024 will kick-off with Gardens Magic and see the release of my new single in te Reo Māori, and I’m performing at a big gig in Kapiti for local Waitangi celebrations.”
Gardens Magic Concert Series
Āhea | When: 7pm-9:15pm, Tuesday 9 - Sunday 28 January 2024
Ki hea | Where: Botanic Garden Ki Paekākā
Te utu | Cost: Free
The iconic Gardens Magic Concert Series is back in 2024 and will fill our summer nights with the sounds of some of the capital’s best talent, set in the Botanic Gardens ki Paekākā Soundshell.
The free concerts start earlier in the evenings this year, with a warm-up solo act from 7pm before the main act at 8pm. Concerts are on Tuesday - Sunday each week, with Monday kept as a rain-day.
Light Display
Āhea | When: 9pm-11pm daily, Tuesday 9 - Sunday 28 January 2024
Ki hea | Where: Botanic Garden Ki Paekākā
Te utu | Cost: Free
After the sun sets see the gardens transform with a magical light display by MJF Lighting.
Self-explore the Light Display after enjoying your Gardens Magic concert.
Kids Garden Trail
Āhea | When: 9am-5pm daily, Tuesday 9 - Sunday 28 January 2024
Ki hea | Where: Botanic Garden Ki Paekākā
Te utu | Cost: Free
Enjoy a free, fun summer’s day out with the kids, exploring the Kids Garden Trail in the beautiful Botanic Garden ki Paekākā.
Go on a self-led journey to discover the flora and fauna of the gardens and explore the ecosystem of a meadow with Clio the artist. Print out Clio’s Art Journal Activity Sheet on the Council Gardens Magic web page, or pick up a copy near the Soundshell, at the Tree House, at the main entrance, or the Cable Car ticket office.
Kids Explorer Days
Āhea | When: 10am-2pm, Wednesdays 10, 17 and 24 January 2024
Ki hea | Where: Discovery Garden, Botanic Garden Ki Paekākā
Te utu | Cost: Free
Running alongside the Kids Garden Trail, the Council, in partnership with the Wellington Botanic Garden, is proud to present Kids Explorer Days. These will run on three Wednesdays in January, in the Discovery Garden, Botanic Garden ki Paekākā. Come and explore the plants and animals of the Botanic Garden and join us in rock painting.
Accessibility
All our venues are accessible. Toilets, including an accessible toilet, are available at or near all events.