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Courses in Wellington: Evening, Weekend & Short Courses for Adults (2026 Guide)

Pottery class in Wellington with adults shaping clay in a creative studio environment

Wellington offers a wide range of courses for adults looking to learn something new, develop skills or explore creative interests.

From relaxed evening classes to more structured short courses, you can find options across art, languages, cooking, business and practical skills. Many courses are designed to be flexible and beginner-friendly, making them easy to fit around work or study.

Here are some of the providers currently offering courses in Wellington on ClassHub.

Popular courses in Wellington right now:

How to be a DJ - An Introduction
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
How to be a DJ - An Introduction

Wellington

Thu, 15 Oct 2026
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Every Thursday

6 weeks

$285.00 per course

Age 16+

Crochet for Calmness
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
Crochet for Calmness

Wellington

Wed, 14 Oct 2026
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Every Wednesday

4 weeks

$130.00 per course

Age 16+

Photography - Beginners Beginner
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
Photography - Beginners

Wellington

Wed, 14 Oct 2026
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Every Wednesday

4 weeks

$165.00 per course

Age 16+

Ukulele - Beginners Beginner
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
Ukulele - Beginners

Wellington

Tue, 13 Oct 2026
6:30 – 7:30 pm

Every Tuesday

8 weeks

$129.00 per course

Age 16+

Monday Mixed Level - 8 week block, Wellington Join in progress
course Workspace Studios
Monday Mixed Level - 8 week block, Wellington

Wellington

Mon, 24 Aug 2026
5:30 – 8:00 pm

Every Monday

8 weeks

$395.00 per course

Age 12+

Life Drawing - Beginners Beginner
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
Life Drawing - Beginners

Wellington

Thu, 15 Oct 2026
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Every Thursday

4 weeks

$169.00 per course

Age 16+


Community-based learning at Wellington High School Community Education Centre

Wellington High School Community Education Centre (CEC) offers a wide range of evening, weekend and short courses for adults and whānau.

Courses run throughout the school terms and cover areas such as arts, languages, cooking, business and digital skills. The focus is on practical, accessible learning, making it a great option if you want to try something new in a supportive environment.

Popular courses currently available:

Cooking: Thai Food with Aranya
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
Cooking: Thai Food with Aranya

Wellington

Tue, 10 Nov 2026
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Every Tuesday

4 weeks

$189.00 per course

Age 16+

Photography: Unlocking the Secrets to Captivating Images
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
Photography: Unlocking the Secrets to Captivating Images

Wellington

Thu, 12 Nov 2026
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Every Thursday

4 weeks

$159.00 per class

Age 16+

Calligratherapy - Beginners Beginner
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
Calligratherapy - Beginners

Wellington

Thu, 15 Oct 2026
5:30 – 7:00 pm

Every Thursday

5 weeks

$139.00 per course

Age 16+

Ukulele - Beginners Beginner
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
Ukulele - Beginners

Wellington

Tue, 13 Oct 2026
6:30 – 7:30 pm

Every Tuesday

8 weeks

$129.00 per course

Age 16+

Spanish - Introductory 1
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
Spanish - Introductory 1

Wellington

Tue, 13 Oct 2026
7:30 – 9:30 pm

Every Tuesday

8 weeks

$205.00 per course

Age 16+

Social Media Marketing Secrets for Small Enterprises
course Wellington High School Community Education Centre
Social Media Marketing Secrets for Small Enterprises

Wellington

Thu, 15 Oct 2026
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Every Thursday

4 weeks

$149.00 per course

Age 16+

Creative courses at Inverlochy Art School

Inverlochy Art School is one of Wellington’s most established art schools, offering a wide range of classes and workshops throughout the year.

Classes are taught by practising artists and cater to different levels, from beginners to more experienced students. It’s a welcoming space focused on creative exploration, with opportunities to build skills over time.

Here are some upcoming art courses:

Hands-on jewellery courses at Workspace Studios

Workspace Studios specialises in jewellery making and hands-on creative courses.

You can join beginner-friendly classes, book private sessions or even create your own wedding rings. They also offer one-on-one tuition and bench hire, making it a great option if you want to take your skills further.

Explore hands-on jewellery courses:

Monday Mixed Level - 8 week block, Wellington Join in progress
course Workspace Studios
Monday Mixed Level - 8 week block, Wellington

Wellington

Mon, 24 Aug 2026
5:30 – 8:00 pm

Every Monday

8 weeks

$395.00 per course

Age 12+

Jewellery-making: Beginner's Weekend Beginner Starting soon
course Workspace Studios
Jewellery-making: Beginner's Weekend

Wellington

Sat, 19 Sep 2026
10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Every weekend

3 sessions

$248.00 per course

Age 12+

Jewellery Making Block - Beginners - Wellington Beginner Join in progress
course Workspace Studios
Jewellery Making Block - Beginners - Wellington

Wellington

Tue, 25 Aug 2026
5:30 – 8:00 pm

Every Tuesday

8 weeks

$415.00 per course

Age 12+

Jewellery Making Block - Level 2+ - Wellington Join in progress
course Workspace Studios
Jewellery Making Block - Level 2+ - Wellington

Wellington

Thu, 27 Aug 2026
5:30 – 8:00 pm

Every Thursday

8 weeks

$395.00 per course

Age 12+

Summer School - Wellington
course Workspace Studios
Summer School - Wellington

Wellington

Mon, 18 Jan 2027
10:00 am – 4:30 pm

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

6 sessions

$865.00 per course

Age 16+

Arts and creative programmes at Toi Pōneke Arts Centre

Toi Pōneke Arts Centre hosts a variety of creative workshops and courses across different disciplines.

From visual arts to performance and music, it’s a space that supports both emerging and experienced creatives. Programmes change regularly, so there’s always something new to explore.

Explore more courses in Wellington

Wellington’s course scene continues to grow, with new classes and workshops added throughout the year.

Whether you’re looking to build a new skill, meet people or simply try something different, there are plenty of options to choose from.

Explore more courses in Wellington on ClassHub and filter by category, schedule or level to find the right fit.