Alliance Française - learn, live and love the French language and culture


Welcome to Alliance Française Wellington, the official centre for French language and culture in Wellington CBD. Our aim is to develop the teaching and learning of French, on-site or from home, and encourage communication between Francophones, Francophiles and all New Zealanders.

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Group classes

Start or continue your French language journey with group classes for adults, teens and children.

Private classes

Prefer one-to-one session? Or maybe with a friend? Learn French with our private class packages, in person or online.

Test your level

Unsure of your level? Take the free level assessment to ensure that you join the right class for your level and your needs.

Google reviews ⭐

"The staff at Alliance Française are all really nice and welcoming and super helpful, the quality of the teachers are also really good, so if you're willing to learn French, this place will be awesome for you :)"
- AF Wellington student


"THE place to learn French in Wellington"."
- AF Wellington student
"I've been going to classes at the Alliance Francaise on and off since 2006. It's great to be able to practice my French with native speakers and learn about French life and culture. They also have an excellent selection of books, magazines and DVDs to borrow, and host a wide variety of events (quizzes, talks, musical performances etc), often accompanied by delicious French food and wine!"
- AF Wellington student

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What's on // Nouveautés

Film Screening - French Comedy "Asterix and Obelix, Mission Cleopatra"

Film Screening - French Comedy "Asterix and Obelix, Mission Cleopatra"

Join us for a special film screening of the beloved French comedy classic "Asterix and Obelix, Mission Cleopatra".

The synopsis 👉 "Cleopatra, queen of Egypt, believes she can build a temple in record time and makes a bet with Julius Caesar. Her architect, however, needs the help of Asterix and Obelix to fight Romans who try to stop the construction."

Get ready for a night filled with laughs, iconic characters, and a lively dose of French humour. Don’t miss it!

📅 Friday, 06 December - 6pm

📍 Alliance Française, 78 Victoria Street, Wellington

🎥 French VO with English Subtitles

🎟️ Free entry, koha donation

🍿 BYO


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PIAFS! - Collective Exhibition in Augmented Reality

PIAFS! - Collective Exhibition in Augmented Reality

Nov 16 - Nov 30
12:00AM - 12:00AM
Alliance Française Wellington



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Découvrez Madagascar - Workshop & Tasting

Découvrez Madagascar - Workshop & Tasting

Land of vanilla, home to lemurs and iconic baobabs, with unique biodiversity and a rich cultural heritage - Madagascar is a country like no other!

Join us for a special French workshop to discover more about this extraordinary place through a presentation by our French teacher Judith, accompanied by a tasting of local specialties!

🗯️ French A2/B1 level required
🗓️ Saturday, 14 December, 11am-12.30pm
📍 Alliance Française Wellington (78 Victoria Street, Wellington)
🎟️ $30 for AF members & $35 for general admission


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Randell Cottage Annual Open Day

Randell Cottage Annual Open Day

Oct 27
1:00PM - 4:00PM
14 Saint Mary Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011



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Karlsruhe Concert Duo at Goethe-Institut

Karlsruhe Concert Duo at Goethe-Institut

Kick off November with a concert at our friends from Goethe-Institut New Zealand. You don't want to miss out - register now!



Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Karlsruhe Concert Duo, featuring cellist Reinhard Armleder and pianist Dagmar Hartmann. After captivating audiences in Brisbane and Suva, their next stop is Aotearoa New Zealand!

On November 1st, enjoy a stunning performance of works by Ludwig van Beethoven, César Franck, Maurice Ravel, and more.

 Friday 01 November, 5.30-7pm
Goethe-Institut, 150 Cuba Street, Wellington
 Please register for the free concert: https://www.goethe.de/ins/nz/en/ver.cfm?event_id=26105963



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Cinematic Arts Miramar - Talk with Shih-Yen Huang

Cinematic Arts Miramar - Talk with Shih-Yen Huang

Oct 30
6:00PM
Online event - Zoom link: vuw.zoom.us/j/93492587063



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Explore // Découvrir

Member Benefits

Discover the benefits of membership at Alliance Française.

Culturethèque

Access French news, comics, novels and more.

Our French Library

Explore and borrow books, magazines and more from our library.

Go further // Aller plus loin

Examinations

Certify your level of French with our official examinations.

Frantastique

Improve your French daily with an email.

Join our Book Club

Discover, read and discuss French language novels. For those at an advanced level.

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