The Great DIY BurlesKiwi 2026

Schedule

Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am

UTC+12:00

Location

The Fringe Bar | Wellington, WG

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Returning for the 12th year, The Great DIY BurlesKiwi 2026 Competition
Doors Open 6.00 pm. Shows start at 7.00 pm
The Great D.I.Y. BurlesKiwi competition challenges competitors to use their ingenuity and creativity to bring an award winning burlesque performance to the stage for under $100.00.
With competitors from all around New Zealand.
The winner of The Great DIY BurlesKiwi 2026 competition takes home:
- The title of The Great D.I.Y. BurlesKiwi 2026.
- The Inspiried by No. 8 Wire Crown.
- The Great D.I.Y. BurlesKiwi winners sash.
With guest performances by -
- The Great DIY BurlesKiwi 2025: Delilah Deluxe
- Hosted by Constance Craving
- Guest judge & performer: TBA
In the best tradition of Kiwi ingenuity and the #8 wire mentality, proving you can bring fabulousness to the stage on a budget.
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Where is it happening?

The Fringe Bar, 28 Allen Street, Te Aro,Wellington, New Zealand

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