Free

THE CRIMSON CLUB

Better arrive early to grab a good spot at Wellington’s Botanic Gardens for this year’s

Meridian Gardens Magic. See the gardens transform as the sun goes down, thanks to the new lighting installations. Performing in The Soundshell (Glenmore St) will be The Crimson Club, an experimental ‘‘bistro cabaret’’ band, whose influences include Edith Piaf. Concert 8-9.30pm, lights display 9-10.30pm.

JAZZ AT THE ROGUE

Dust off your dancing shoes for a night of 1960s hard-bop with Wellington jazz quintet The HipTown Bangers. Entry to this R18 gig at The Rogue and Vagabond (Garrett St) is free. From 9.30pm.