From 4–13 September, we’re celebrating the people, cultures and connections that make Lower Hutt such a vibrant and welcoming place to call home. Whether you’ve lived here your whole life or have recently made Lower Hutt home, everyone is welcome.
Come along, meet new people!
There’s plenty happening across the city, and in our hubs and libraries., with music, dance, story time, social groups, creative activities and more.
| Event name | Date & Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tai Chi & Qigong | 4 September 2026, 10:30am | Kōraunui Stokes Valley Neighbourhood Hub |
| Enrolment Pop Up | 5 September 2026, 9:00am | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub |
| Bilingual Vietnamese - English Story Time | 5 September 2026, 10:00am | Moerā Neighbourhood Hub |
| Justice of the Peace | 5 September 2026, 12:00pm | Eastbourne Neighbourhood Hub |
| Bilingual Dari - English Story Time | 5 September 2026, 2:00pm | Moerā Neighbourhood Hub |
| Latin Music Time for Children and Caregivers | 5 September 2026 ,2:30pm | Walter Nash Centre |
| Social English | 5 September 2026, 3:00pm | Wainuiomata Neighbourhood Hub |
| Social English | 7 September 2026, 11:00am | War Memorial Library |
| Social English | 7 September 2026, 1:30pm | Kōraunui Stokes Valley Neighbourhood Hub |
| Rock Painting | 7 September 2026, 2:30pm | War Memorial Library |
| Multicultural Playgroup | 8 September 2026, 9:30am | War Memorial Library |
| Citizens Advice Bureau | 8 September 2026, 10:30am | Kōraunui Stokes Valley Neighbourhood Hub |
| Social French | 8 September 2026, 1:00pm | Moerā Neighbourhood Hub |
| Kaumātua Rōpu | 9 September 2026, 10:00am | Kōraunui Stokes Valley Neighbourhood Hub |
| Diversi-Tea | 9 September 2026, 11:00am | War Memorial Library |
| Open Mic Night | 9 September 2026, 6:30pm | War Memorial Library |
| Arabic Community Mum & Bubs Gathering | 10 September 2026, 9:30am | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub |
| Social Tea Time | 10 September 2026, 11:00am | Moerā Neighbourhood Hub |
| Justice of the Peace | 10 September 2026, 2:00pm | Wainuiomata Neighbourhood Hub |
| Multicultural Women's Group | 10 September 2026, 7:00pm | Pomare Taita Community Trust |
| Crafternoon: Welcoming Week | 11 September 2026, 3:00pm | War Memorial Library |
| Sounds by the Awa Vol. 3 | 12 September 2026, 11:00am | Wainuiomata Neighbourhood Hub |
| Filipino Dance Group | 12 September 2026, 2:00pm | War Memorial Library |
See our full Welcoming Week programme here: hutt.city/welcomingweek
Why Welcoming Week Matters in Lower Hutt
We’re proud to be part of Welcoming Communities | Te Waharoa ki ngā Hapori, a programme that helps newcomers feel at home and get involved in the life of our city.
Welcoming Week is one way we can show what this looks like in action – people of all ages and backgrounds coming together to share stories, try something new, and celebrate what makes Lower Hutt a vibrant place to live.
For more information about Welcoming Week or Welcoming Communities in Lower Hutt, contact:
Batool Arif – Welcoming Communities Coordinator
✉️ batool.arif@huttcity.govt.nz | 📞 027 452 1211