Events

Hear about a poet, a writer, soldiers and stories of Wellington history. Further Catholic Tales tells the stories of the wide range of people interred in the section known as Catholic...

Tour through a very atmospheric part of the cemetery, with an eclectic mix of stories on an artist, photographer, hat manufacturer, prison reformer and many more! Come and enjoy the...

Would you like to join us and explore the beauty of Karori Cemetery in the evening? This tour is for anyone who would like to see the Cemetery through a...

This tour outlines the development of Karori Cemetery since the first burial in August 1891, traversing the earliest burial areas which contain many interesting memorials and monuments. Each tour is $10 per person (plus non-refundable booking fee). Children under 12 are free. To purchase your ticket, please visit our ticketing website: https://events.humanitix.com/friends-of-karori-cemetery-introductory-tour-aug-2026 Our tour has...

Crime, Justice, and the Final Walk. Delve into the complex history of capital punishment in Wellington with this thought-provoking tour through Karori Cemetery. Gallows shines a light on the people behind the process. Discover their roles in shaping justice, the cases that defined their careers, and the human stories behind a system of ultimate consequence....

Embark on a captivating journey through the history buried in Karori Cemetery with our tour showcasing the remarkable lives of Wellington's women. This tour offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the resilience, creativity and empowerment of women at a time when a woman couldn't have a bank account in her own name.  You'll hear the...