WikiCon is the annual gathering for editors of Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikisource, Wikimedia Commons, and other Wikimedia platforms. Organised by Wikimedia Aotearoa New Zealand (WANZ), our local chapter of the Wikimedia Foundation, this conference brings together Wikimedians from across the country. In 2026, WikiCon will be held in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington.

This event will provide opportunities for editors and contributors to connect face-to-face, helping to build collaborative relationships. The conference will also provide opportunities for editors and contributors to share and develop their skills and knowledge in working with Wikimedia projects. All are welcome, from complete beginners to highly experienced editors.

Conference sessions will be run on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 May 2026, with informal welcome activities kicking off on the afternoon of Friday 1 May.

Further information will be posted on the event page.

If you’ve got a project you’d like to share with other Wikimedians, or suggestions for topics you’d like to learn more about, please feel free to get in touch at info@wikimedia.nz — we’d love your input.

We are offering grants covering registration, travel, accommodation and meals. Apply now by contacting info@wikimedia.nz with the following information:

Location
Occupation
Areas/topics of interest
Wikipedia editing experience

Wellington WikiCon 2026

Choose your tickets

All sessions ticket

Walking tour Friday 1 May ticket

WikiCon Saturday 2 May ticket

WikiCon Sunday 3 May ticket

Donations

Wikimedia Aotearoa New Zealand donation