Wellington Regional Stadium Stadium
Major stadium hosting rugby and concerts
Known locally as Sky Stadium, Wellington Regional Stadium hosts rugby, football and concerts on Wellington's waterfront; fans attend provincial and international matches here.
Wellington Regional Stadium at a Glance#
Address: 1 Rugby Street, Wellington 6022, New Zealand
Website: https://www.wellingtonstadium.co.nz/
About Wellington Regional Stadium#
Wellington Regional Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Wellington, New Zealand, used for rugby, football, concerts and large events. It opened around the year 2000 and is the city’s primary large-capacity outdoor venue.
The bowl-shaped stadium seats roughly 34,500 spectators for sports fixtures and has hosted international rugby tests, football internationals and touring music acts. The venue is configured for rectangular-field sports and can be adapted for concerts and other mass events.
The stadium was constructed to provide a central, modern venue for major events in Wellington and is owned and operated by local authorities and stadium management. It sits close to the city centre on reclaimed land and is a visible landmark on the waterfront approach to Wellington.
The stadium is located near Wellington’s central business district on the city’s waterfront, within short public-transport distance of the main railway station and central bus routes.
- Capacity and nickname: Officially known by its commercial name and commonly nicknamed “The Cake Tin” due to its cylindrical profile; capacity is about 34,500 for sporting events.
- Transport access: Located within walking distance of Wellington’s central business district and served by city buses and nearby train links for event access.
How to Get to Wellington Regional Stadium#
The stadium is on Wellington’s waterfront, within walking distance of the city centre. Buses and the Wellington rail network connect to nearby stops; parking is limited on event days so public transport is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Wellington Regional Stadium#
- Check the stadium calendar - many matches and concerts sell out and tickets often appear on resale markets.
- Public transport is the easiest way to reach the stadium on event days; allow extra time for crowd dispersal after events.
- If attending a match, explore the nearby waterfront precinct beforehand for food and pre-game atmosphere.
Best Time to Visit Wellington Regional Stadium#
Check the stadium's event calendar; rugby season runs through winter and early spring while summer hosts concerts and festivals.
Weather & Climate near Wellington Regional Stadium#
Wellington Regional Stadium's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1126 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 14° - 21° | 18° | 72 mm | - | - | 6.1 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 14° - 21° | 18° | 41 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 13° - 20° | 16° | 93 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 11° - 17° | 14° | 125 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 9° - 15° | 12° | 95 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 7° - 12° | 7° | 107 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 6° - 12° | 6° | 138 mm | - | - | 6.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 6° - 13° | 7° | 99 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 8° - 14° | 11° | 101 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 9° - 16° | 13° | 88 mm | - | - | 6.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 11° - 18° | 14° | 88 mm | - | - | 6.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 13° - 20° | 16° | 79 mm | - | - | 6.1 m/s | - | - |
