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Experience the spectacle
WOW 2026
17 Sept - 4 Oct 2026 | Tsb Arena, Wellington
The World of WearableArt (WOW) Show is an unforgettable experience where the boundaries of arena spectacle, live music, dance, aerial choreography, and world-class wearable art are pushed to the extreme.
A riot of wild unleashed imagination.
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What people say
About the show
The best show on Earth.
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WOW just gets better and better every year! What a stunning and spectacular show.
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A carnival of creativity.
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2026
Section themes
Each year there are six section themes for designers to be inspired by when entering the competition. This includes three recurring sections; Aotearoa, Avant-garde and Open, and an additional three sections which are unique to each annual competition.
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YOUR GETAWAY TO
WELLINGTON & WOW AWAITS!
A trip to WOW is the perfect excuse to explore all Wellington has to offer – make the most of your stay with these food & drink spots, activities, accommodation, and travel options.
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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 are the dates for the 2026 WOW Show?
17 September to 4 October 2026
Where is the World of WearableArt (WOW) Show?
The WOW Show is held at the TSB Arena, Queens Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand.
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.
Ticket Information
When will 2026 WOW Show tickets go on sale?
Tickets for the 2026 WOW Show will go on sale early in 2026. Sign up to our emails to be the first to know when they do.
Stageside
No FAQs on this at the moment. Check back in later or contact us if you have any questions.
Lost Property
Who do I contact if I’ve lost or misplaced something during the show?
Please get in contact with the TSB Arena venue management team and log your missing item here.
Contact Us
How do I contact World of WearableArt Ticketing?
Please email us or call 0800 496 974.
explore our
Previous Shows
Explore our show archive to revisit, or discover for the first time, the extraordinary performances and award-winning garments from previous years.
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WOW is a world renowned wearable art experience, where an annual design competition culminates in a spectacular show combining theatre, art, fashion, music, & performance.
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