Rugby World Cup: What's on in Wellington

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7 Aug, 2011 05:00 PM2 mins to read

Wellington City. Photo / Mark Mitchell

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What's on in Wellington from Monday 12 September

If you're wanting to embrace Cup Fever and get involved, then you have come to the right place. nzherald.co.nz brings you updates on what to do and where to watch the games in the main centres during the World Cup.

Things to do:

The Wellington Festival of Carnivale
The streets and venues of Wellington will come alive with a rich array of arts and entertainment during Rugby World Cup 2011 as part of the Festival of Carnivale. The Festival offers over 150 events throughout the Wellington region.
Monday 12 September to 9 October.

I, George Nepia
I, George Nepia is a one-man play, written by one of New Zealand's leading playwrights, Hone Kouka, about one our most loved and famous rugby icons - George N?pia.
Monday 12 September to 16 September

The Story of Ka Mate, the World's Best Known Haka
The Story of Ka Mate, the world's best known haka, is an interactive exhibition at Wellington's Te Papa where you'll learn about the haka - what it means, where it comes from, its association with the All Blacks and importantly - how to do it.
Monday 12 September to 20 October.

New Zealand On Screen
New Zealand On Screen is an unparalleled showcase of Aotearoa screen content on the Wellington Waterfront, that celebrates the Kiwi story and spirit.
Monday 12 September to 23 October.

Where to watch the game if you can't make it to the game:

Wharewaka
Odlins Plaza, Waterfront, Wellington.

Courtney Place
CBD, Wellington.

The Green Man Pub
Corner of Willeston and Victoria Streets, Wellington.

The Occidental
101 Lambton Quay, Wellington.

St Johns Heineken Hotel
5 Cable Street, Wellington.