WOW the Show

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Social Bubble, Ruth Arkless, New Zealand

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Flame Dance, Eva Chan, Hong Kong Design Institute, Hong Kong

On one level, the World of WearableArt is the most lavish catwalk show in the world. On another level, it’s an art exhibition blown up to epic proportions. And on yet another level, it’s theatre at its finest; it’s as close as New Zealand gets to Broadway.

Sam Brooks

The Spinoff

2024 Performance

Schedule

Every night of the show season is a spectacular visual feast. If you want to see the show before anyone else or are budget conscious, come to our Preview. If you love the glitz and glamour of an opening night join us for our Awards Night and see the winners announced in a live ceremony after the show.

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2022 WOW Show Audience

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

23 Sep

24 Sep

25 Sep

26 Sep
Preview

7:30pm - Selling Fast

VIP Tables

27 Sep
Awards Night

7:30pm - Selling Fast

VIP Tables

28 Sep

7:30pm - SOLD OUT

Stageside

29 Sep

12:30pm - Selling Fast & 5:30pm - Selling Fast

Stageside

30 Sep

1 oct

2 Oct

7:30pm - Selling Fast

VIP Tables

3 Oct

7:30pm - Selling Fast

VIP Tables

4 oct

7:30pm - Selling Fast

VIP Tables

5 oct

2:30pm - SOLD OUT & 7:30pm - SOLD OUT

Stageside

6 oct

12:30pm - Selling Fast & 5:30pm - Selling Fast

Stageside

7 Oct

8 OcT

9 Oct

7:30pm - Selling Fast

VIP Tables

10 Oct

7:30pm - Selling Fast

VIP Tables

11 Oct

7:30pm - Selling Fast

VIP Tables

12 Oct

2:30pm - Selling Fast & 7:30pm - SOLD OUT

Stageside

13 Oct

12:30pm - Selling Fast

Stageside

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Ticket

Information

To see the seating position for each ticket type, click on the 'LEARN MORE' buttons on each ticket type below.

*Credit/debit card surcharges may apply. Terms and Conditions apply to the purchase of tickets. Tickets are only available to purchase online.

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Stageside

from

299

Indulge in a close-up show experience at a stageside table. Enjoy bubbles, tasting plate, early access, and a complimentary WOW Show Programme.

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Stageside Plus

from

399

Enhance your Stageside experience with an exclusive backstage tour and post-show viewing of the Supreme WOW Award winning garment.

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Platinum

from

199

The best seats in the house and a complimentary Show Programme.

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Gold

from

179

Excellent seats and a complimentary WOW Show Programme.

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A Reserve

from

149

Excellent seats.

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B Reserve

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Excellent value seats.

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C Reserve

from

A great option for the budget conscious.

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Restricted View

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Seats which may have a slightly restricted or obstructed view of the stage.

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VIP Table

from

4,790 + GST

WOW your guests with an unforgettable experience! Stage side tables for 10, full dining and beverages, and WOW Show Programmes included.

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VIP Table Plus

from

6,000 + GST

Experience the ultimate hosting package: VIP Table Plus grants access to top-tier tables, backstage tour, and post-show viewing of the Supreme WOW Award winning garment.

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NZSL Interpreted Award Ceremony

Special Offer

On Friday 27 September, the live awards ceremony after the performance will be NZSL interpreted. A limited selection of seats are reserved close to the interpreter with a good view of the stage for the full performance. These seats are available at our C Reserve price of $99* each and limited to 2 per person.

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Two girls under thirty smiling for the camera

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30 Under 30

Back by popular demand, WOW is proud to offer $30* tickets for audience members 30 years old and under to attend the Preview Show, Thursday 26 September! One per person, limited availability, terms and conditions apply.

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2024

Seating Plan

See the seating positions for each ticket type below.

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Great Journeys New Zealand

Packages

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2022 WOW Train featuring Sulphur Crested Frockatoo, Emily Valentine Bullock, Australia

Join the WOW Train

We've teamed up with Great Journeys New Zealand to bring you two amazing packages for 2024! Packages include a very special scenic train journey full of all things WOW, show tickets, accommodation in Wellington and a return flight. With two departure points, you can choose between a journey aboard the Northern Explorer from Auckland/Hamilton to Wellington or the Coastal Pacific from Christchurch.

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Accessibility

Inclusion in ART

As part of our commitment to increase art access, and remove potential barriers to enjoy WOW, we are bringing back two popular access ticket options. In 2024, there are fantastic positions for wheelchair users and an NZSL signed performance for our deaf and hard of hearing community.

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2022 Show Audience

Getting to

The Show

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TSB Arena, Wellington

The show is held at the TSB Arena in the heart of Wellington city. Only an 8-minute walk along the waterfront from Te Papa and a 10-minute walk from Wellington central train station. There is a drop-off zone at the front of the TSB Arena, and a car park at 1 Jervois Quay beneath the venue, with accessible parking options.

Plan your wow

Getaway in Wellington

Be inspired by a weekend in Wellington for WOW. Below are great food and drink spots, accommodation, and travel options to help you make the most of your time here.

Wellington Experience

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Wellington, New Zealand

Show FAQ

If you have a question that you still don’t have an answer for, have a look below, we have included answers for the show, ticket types, and more.

Show Information

What night is the Awards Night?

Awards Night: Friday 27 September 2024, 7.30pm

What is a preview?

A preview is a full run of the show in costume, from beginning to end. In theory the director can stop the performance at any time to make changes, but it very rarely happens. Our preview is your chance to see the show before everyone else. It’s great for the budget conscious but good to be aware that competition winners are not announced in these performances.

How long is the show?

The WOW Show will run for approximately 90 minutes with a 10 minute presentation following the Show. NB: there is no interval during the show.

The Awards Night show includes an awards ceremony which runs for an additional 40 minutes (approximately). On all performances following Awards Night there will be a short AV presentation of the awards results after the performance which will take approximately 15 minutes.

I am looking for accommodation in Wellington, what do you recommend?

We recommend our Partner hotels, QT Wellington and Sojourn Apartment Hotel. For further options we suggest you visit WellingtonNZ.com.

What parking facilities are available?

There is a car park below the TSB Arena, operated by Wilson Parking. Charges apply. This car park can get very busy, so please allow yourself enough time to find parking elsewhere. If travelling by taxi, we recommend Wellington Combined Taxis - 04 384 4444.

Can I take photos, video footage or use my cell phone during the show?

The use of videos, cameras, tape recorders and cell phones is prohibited during the show. We do however provide opportunities pre-show in the WOW HUB and with pre-show entertainment to capture your WOW experience.

Please be considerate of audience members and turn your cell phone off before the show starts.

Can you accommodate wheelchairs and other medical issues?

For medical conditions that may affect where you are seated, please contact us directly. There is wheelchair and easy-access seating available.

Email us or call 0800 496 974.

Is the WOW Show suitable for children?

While the show's content is suitable for children, we do ask that you consider a few things before making the decision:

We do not offer children ticket prices.
The show goes for approx. 100min with no interval.
There are a lot of flashy lights and loud music.

Where is the Show venue for the World of WearableArt (WOW) Show?

The show will take place at the TSB Arena, Queens Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand.

What are the dates for the 2025 WOW Show?

18 September - 5 October 2025

Ticket Information

Can I buy tickets and use them as a prize for a competition or giveaway?

As per our ticket terms and conditions, tickets may not be packaged or used to enhance the demand for any goods and services or for any other commercial purposes including advertising, promotions or as a prize in any competition without the written permission of WOW.

Can I sell my tickets for more than I paid for them?

As per our ticket terms and conditions, tickets cannot be offered, provided, resold or transferred for a profit (this includes using third party websites such as Viagogo to resell your ticket for an amount greater than its face value).

Are my show tickets refundable?

As per our terms and conditions, tickets are non-refundable. The only instance that show tickets are refundable, is in the event that World of WearableArt Limited cancels the show. For more information, please visit our Ticket Terms. We offer Booking Protect as an optional add on at the time of purchasing your show tickets.

What happens if I have bought tickets but cannot attend the show?

Tickets are non-refundable but transferable for a $25.00 fee, subject to availability. You may transfer your tickets to another night up to three days prior to the show date pending availability and approval. If you do not attend the show as stated on your ticket, then no transfer or refunds will be made.

I’ve forgotten my password to login to my account, how do I see my booking order?

If you’ve forgotten your login password, you can easily reset it by heading to the booking system and selecting the Forgot? button.

You can also reset your password here.

I don’t have an account or a password, can I still book tickets?

Yes. If you haven’t previously booked tickets to a World of WearableArt Show, then you will be asked to fill in your contact details when you make your booking. At this stage you will be asked to create an account, which will allow you to log back in and view your booking order at any time.

If you have booked tickets to a previous World of WearableArt Show, we may already have your email address on file. In this case, your email address may be recognised at the time of booking and you will be prompted to reset your password. When this happens, simply follow the link to the forgotten password page to create your account accordingly.

If you would like to create an account in advance of booking your tickets, you can do so at any time by following the link below:

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Are there printed tickets in 2024?

In 2024 there will be no printed tickets. An order confirmation email will be sent immediately to the email address provided at the time of purchase. Your e-tickets will be attached to this email as a PDF file. We will be able to scan your e-ticket from your phone at the Show venue or you are welcome to print your e-ticket and bring this to the Show, if you prefer. Please check your email after you have completed your purchase. If you are unable to locate the email with your ticket attached, please check your spam/junk folder. At any stage if you want to check your booking order you can login to your account to see your purchase or reset your password.