Autumn in Porirua means Easter, Anzac Day, fun events and festivals, museum hopping, and meals enjoyed together.
For a romantic evening or a night out with friends, Porirua has something for everyone!
Play allows people to experience fun, joy and laughter in a way that’s important to them.
Here in Porirua City, we are spoilt for choice of food to love! From food truck treats to fantastic café fare in each village. Make the most of a fun day out when you come and play in our beautiful backyard.
How many of these can you do this school holidays?
We take our coffee very seriously and our local baristas are caffeine rock stars.
Come and celebrate ChoctoberFest in Porirua – the home of Whittaker’s chocolate!
Porirua City is home to the lower North Island’s only outdoor adventure park – Adrenalin Forest.
If you’re keen on bowling, join us here in Porirua City.
Get a taste of how the world’s best Formula One racers started their journey – on go-karts!
Porirua City has three golf courses ‘designed by nature’ that showcase our incredible environment.
Luscious green pastures and sumptuous bush surround Porirua City providing ample space for horse riding.
No matter where you’re based in Porirua there is a library near you that offers a full range of books, and other materials.
If you are an art lover Porirua is the place for you, with Arts on Track and Writers Walk showcasing and celebrating our rich artistic talent.
Whether you love tasty eats, fresh veggies, or artisan delights Porirua City has a market for everybody.
Yo ho ho me hearties, avast ye – come to Porirua City to play mini-golf “Porirua Pirate”-style.
The New Zealand Police Museum tells the stories of the New Zealand Police and the work they do to keep us safe.
Porirua is an artistic and cultural powerhouse and Pātaka Art + Museum is the treasury of Porirua’s art and history.
Porirua City is a great place to shop
Porirua City has lots of beautiful street art, to help brighten up the city! Come explore the amazing street art with our handy booklet!
Check out the Splash Pad at Aotea Lagoon. It's a splashing good time for everyone!
Youth Week is a nationwide festival of events organised to celebrate the talents and success of local young people.
