Alliance Française Wellington

Alliance Française Wellington

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Te reo wīwī French language classes and cultural events in Te Whanganui a Tara Wellington. Although some of our events are in French, most are bilingual.

Alliance Française Wellington with over 1,000 members is one of Wellington’s largest and oldest associations. It was founded as the Cercle Littéraire in 1908 by Harold Beauchamp, the father of Katherine Mansfield. It later became part of the worldwide Alliance Française network and celebrated its 110th anniversary in 2018. Alliance Française Wellington is not just a centre for French language, but

25/06/2026

Learn French From Scratch (A1.1 Course) 🤩

Thinking about learning French? Now’s the time - spots are filling fast!

Dive straight in and start using real, useful French from day one. No pressure, lots of fun ✨

You’ll learn how to:
🤝 Introduce yourself
🌏 Talk about where you live
💙 Share your likes, dislikes & your whānau
💬 Use everyday French + cultural tips

Interactive, friendly and confidence-boosting classes - perfect if you’ve never learned French before.

⏰ Only a few spots left - don’t wait!
📅 Wed | 22 July -23 Sept 2026
🕕 6-8pm

Join our beginner crew and be in the draw to WIN 2 hours of free private tuition👉 https://www.french.co.nz/learn-french/adults/?course_id=1263

23/06/2026

☕🐝 Café des Idées — Saving the Bees

Join us for our next Café des Idées, organised with FAST! – France Aotearoa Science, Technology & Innovation, for a fascinating discussion on the survival of honey bees and the fight against their greatest threat in Aotearoa.

With Dr Antoine Felden and Lisette Thévenot, explore how the parasitic varroa mite is driving colony losses, how it builds resistance to current treatments, and the next-generation solutions 🌏🍯

📅 Friday, 26 June 2026
🕠 5.30pm
📍 Alliance Française Wellington, 78 Victoria Street
🎟️ Free entry (koha appreciated)

Registration needed 👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990356076604?aff=oddtdtcreator

Come along for an evening of science and discussion ✨

22/06/2026

Bonjour, winter ❄️

Term 3 is coming and French is the cosiest way to spend it. Whether you're starting fresh or dusting off your accent, we've got a class with your name on it.

✨ Group classes · private lessons · cultural events · members-only offers

Free placement test if you're not sure where to start.

Enrol now 👉 https://www.french.co.nz/learn-french/

18/06/2026

🍁 Céline Dion isn't the only thing Québec gave the world... il y a aussi la littérature ! 📚

Celebrate Canada Day week with a journey into French-Canadian literature, led by our very own Cyrine! Discover the authors, movements and ideas that shaped la Belle Province and French-speaking Canada.
And because no celebration is complete without dessert: we'll be tasting pouding chômeur, Québec's beloved maple syrup classic. 🥄🍁

🗣️ French A2/B1 level required
🗓️ Saturday 4 July, 11.30am–1pm
📍 Alliance Française Wellington, 78 Victoria Street
Spots are limited — book now : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991424509315?aff=oddtdtcreator

15/06/2026

Canada Day at Alliance Française Wellington!

Mark your calendars, we're celebrating Canada Day with a special screening of Tous Toqués! (All Stirred Up!), a warm, funny story about food, culture and community. A great way to dive into contemporary Canadian cinema.

🎬 French with English subtitles
📍 Alliance Française Wellington
📅 Friday 3 July 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

This film is rated M – suitable for mature audiences (contains offensive language & adult references). The film is provided free of charge by the High Commission of Canada in New Zealand

🎟️ Book your ticket here : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990826696240?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/06/2026

🚴 Bastille Day meets the Tour de France and you're invited!

Two French icons, one unforgettable evening. Join us for a night of French wine, friendly competition, and très bonne compagnie 🥂

Here's what's in store:
🥖 Kick-off & French buffet
🍷 Wine tasting — 4 French wines, zero expertise required (just bring your curiosity!)
🚴 Tour de France challenge — Yellow Jersey vs Dot Jersey... may the best team win!

🗓️ Friday 17 July, 6–8pm
📍 Alliance Française Wellington, 78 Victoria Street
🔞 18+ event — spots are limited!
🎟️ Grab your ticket here : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991016983394?aff=oddtdtcreator

Allez allez allez! 💛

Photos from Alliance Française Wellington's post 10/06/2026

🌴 10 days. One island paradise. French like you've never learned it before.

Join us for a French Immersion Trip to New Caledonia, one of the Pacific's most breathtaking destinations. Oui, this is real life ✨

What's included:
✈️ Return flights with Aircalin
🏨 Host family or hotel. You can choose
🍽️ All meals included
🎓 Daily French classes + workshops & excursions
📅 16–25 October 2026
⚡ Only 20 spots — book before 24 July!

À bientôt à Nouméa! 💙

In partnership with Alliance Française Auckland

Photos from Alliance Française Wellington's post 09/06/2026

JULY FRENCH HOLIDAY PROGRAMME 🧒🎈

This winter, let your tamariki dive into French with our fun and creative programmes designed especially for young learners! From hands-on crafts to tasty baking, it's the perfect mix of learning and play — en français, of course 💙

🎬✨ Week 1 — Dessins Animés
📅 06–09 July 2026
⏰ 9am–3pm

🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ Week 2 — Les Super-Héros
📅 13–17 July 2026
⏰ 9am–3pm

C'est parti pour le fun! ⬇️

👉 Check out our website for full details and enrolment : https://www.french.co.nz/learn-french/holiday-programme/

Spaces are limited — don't miss out! ✨

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Level 3, Old Dominion Building, 78 Victoria Street
Wellington
6011

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm