What's on in Nelson
Nelson Farmers
Wednesday 13th September 2023-Wednesday 4th September 2024
Nelsons Fresh Wednesday Farmers Market - Local producers and growers come to town bringing you ...
Kea Youth Group (Ages 11-15)
Thursday 28th September 2023-Saturday 28th September 2024
Kea Drop in is for ages 11-15 to join us in a safe environment for ...
Purpose Day
Tuesday 3rd October 2023-Monday 25th November 2024
Come along to Q Youth Inc. with a purpose! We have activities, crafts, and a ...
Monty's Sunday Market
Sunday 8th October 2023-Sunday 28th April 2024
Monty's Sunday Market for all things recycled, repurposed and pre-loved.
Nellie Knitters
Monday 4th December 2023-Monday 16th December 2024
The Nellie Knitters meet weekly to knit and chat. Garments knitted go to a wide ...
Animal Antics: The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Friday 15th December 2023-Sunday 26th May 2024
Get ready for a roaring good time at Animal Antics, our hilarious exhibition curated from ...
Te Hītori Aotūroa: Learning from Nature
Friday 15th December 2023-Sunday 12th May 2024
This thought-provoking exhibition delves into the world of birds, bones and bugs, showcasing natural history ...
The Nelson Market
Saturday 6th January-Saturday 28th December 2024
The famous Nelson Market is the region's most popular and well-loved weekend event with up ...
Device Advice
Thursday 25th January-Thursday 19th December 2024
Our librarians will be at the Age Concern office every Thursday morning to help answer ...
Kōrero te reo Māori
Saturday 10th February-Saturday 28th December 2024
A fun and friendly way to practice te reo Māori with other learners over a ...
Dixie Swing at Honest Lawyer
Sunday 11th February-Sunday 15th December 2024
Dixie Swing are playing Honest Lawyer most Sundays, weather dependent. Jazz, Live Music, Band
Taoist Tai Chi
Monday 12th February-Monday 27th May 2024
Introductory sessions Moving - Meditation - Harmony - Wisdom - Balance - Health
Careers & Coffee - Monthly drop in sessions
Monday 12th February-Monday 9th December 2024
Whether you are looking for work, considering a change, or wondering about what might be ...
Nelson Wāhine Connect
Wednesday 28th February-Wednesday 24th April 2024
Sharing | Connection | CommunityExperience the joy and magic that happens when wāhine come together ...
Nelson Jazz Club Night + Jam Session
Thursday 7th March-Thursday 5th December 2024
Nelson Jazz Club Night - Guest Bands and Jam Sessions - Live Music
Monday Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Monday 11th March-Monday 13th May 2024
Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class - increase your flexibility and strength while reducing your stress
Theatre Royal Tour
Tuesday 19th March-Monday 6th May 2024
Take a peek behind the curtain at Theatre Royal Nelson.
Pop-up Psychodrama Evening
Wednesday 20th March-Wednesday 20th November 2024
Come along and experience this lively method to Increase spontaneity and creativity. Find new ways ...
TUKU 24 - Fatal Fashion: Dangerous Dress and Injurious Attire
Wednesday 3rd April-Sunday 1st December 2024
Visit Broadgreen House to see our latest exhibition and explore some horrendous histories of how ...
We Will Rock You
Wednesday 10th-Friday 19th April 2024
Nelson Youth Theatre presents the hilarious musical, based on Queen’s biggest hits.
18 Eden Avenue
Wednesday 10th-Saturday 20th April 2024
At the end of an avenue, behind an overgrown garden, stands a run-down historic house, ...
TUKU 24 - Toi Ahiahi
Thursday 11th April-Thursday 2nd May 2024
Join us for after school heritage-inspired craft activities at the museum.
NBS Live Lounge 2024 Series
Friday 12th April-Friday 27th September 2024
NBS Live Lounge. Free music at Nelson Centre of Musical Arts during the winter months. ...
Disney's The Lion King JR
Sunday 14th-Saturday 20th April 2024
Nelson Youth Theatre presents this one-of-a-kind musical, with life-size elephant, giraffes, rhino and other animals ...
TUKU 24 - Paint Your Heritage! Create a Connection to Your Past and Present Through Painting
Sunday 14th-Sunday 28th April 2024
Come create your own visual story that represents your heritage, ancestry and family.
Compost 101 Workshop
Friday 19th April 2024
Learn the basics of composting, improve your ecological footprint, and get a free goodie bag ...
TUKU 24 - Origami Fun!
Friday 19th April 2024
Swans, frogs, crabs, dogs, butterflies – what do these all have in common? You can ...
TUKU 24 - Te Mana Hā Opening Waiata Concert
Friday 19th April 2024
Join Te Mana Ha for an opening concert of waiata and a special guest from ...
NYP Monthly Socialise
Friday 19th April 2024
Come with friends and work pals and enjoy the opportunity to connect with fellow young ...
Dragon - 50th Anniversary Tour
Saturday 20th April 2024
Legendary rock band Dragon will play a very special show at the Trafalgar Centre to ...
Nelson Repair Cafe
Saturday 20th April 2024
A monthly event helping you to repair your household items, save resources and build community ...
A Taste of Opera - Fundraiser
Saturday 20th April 2024
Experience the Magic: A Taste of Opera Fundraising Event! Join us for an unforgettable evening ...
TUKU 24 - Stitch and Chat with Nelson Embroiderers’ Guild
Saturday 20th April 2024
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at needlework? Join the Nelson Embroiderers’ Guild ...
Wallace Shield 5km Cross-Country Series Race 2
Saturday 20th April 2024
Fun free cross country event series 5km for Runners and 3.4km for Walkers. 1.7K option ...
Kilombo Party [Afro, Latin & Caribbean Urban Beatz]
Saturday 20th-Sunday 21st April 2024
Welcome to Kilombo Party, Nelson's newest party sensation at The Waka! It's the first of ...
TUKU 24 - Te Mana Hā Waiata Workshops
Saturday 20th-Sunday 21st April 2024
Join our waiata kaiako (teacher) Maria Oxnam from Te Mana Ha and co-facilitator Lisa Tui ...
Studio Open Day
Sunday 21st April 2024
Demos, bubbles, snacks, giveaways & Join Taster Lessons - free of charge!
Textile Kids - Embroidery Shashiko style (Holiday fun)
Monday 22nd April 2024
Come and learn Shashiko type embroidery on gingham, making lovely hydrangea flowers. Students need to ...
TUKU 24 - Stitch and Chat with Nelson Embroiderers’ Guild
Tuesday 23rd April 2024
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at needlework? Join the Nelson Embroiderers’ Guild ...
Don Binney: Paths of Flight, Seaward Walks - An Illustrated Talk with Gregory O'Brien
Tuesday 23rd April 2024
Join Gregory O’Brien as he delves into the art and life of Don Binney, offering ...
Wellby Talking Café - Halifax Café (Nelson)
Wednesday 24th April 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
TUKU 24 - Broadgreen House Kids’ Activity Day
Wednesday 24th April 2024
Join in the old time fun at Broadgreen House. Make a quill pen, try the ...
TUKU 24 - Grand Piano Recital
Wednesday 24th April 2024
Join us for a very special piano recital, with concert pianist Colleen Rae-Gerrard at Nelson’s ...
ANZAC Day Concert 2024
Thursday 25th April 2024
The Nelson Male Voice Choir welcome you to a concert to honour ANZAC day.
TUKU 24 - Doing Their Bit
Thursday 25th April 2024
Histrionics, presents interactive and informative activities for the whole family in the Granary at Nelson’s ...
TUKU 24 - Did My Relative Serve in World War One?
Thursday 25th April 2024
Nelson Historical Society will be on site to provide assistance for people wanting to locate ...
Liam Poole and Friends
Friday 26th April 2024
Liam Poole+Friends is a 4 piece band made-up of: Liam Poole (Lead vocals & guitar) ...
Chroma Chamber Choir - World Premiere & More
Saturday 27th-Sunday 28th April 2024
The Chroma Chamber Choir is proud to stage a world premiere of the Gloria by ...
Chroma Chamber Choir: world premiere & more
Saturday 27th-Sunday 28th April 2024
Chroma Chamber Choir performs the world premiere of Tolnay's Gloria, and other favourites including Faure’s ...
TUKU 24 - My Time My Life
Saturday 27th April 2024
Join us at My Time, My Life, where we celebrate the joy of hobbies, sports, ...
TUKU 24 - Belonging in the Baton Valley: The 170 Year History of an Extraordinary Place and its People
Saturday 27th April 2024
Join local author Kerry Sunderland to hear about her new book Belonging in the Baton ...
Nelson Giants vs Taranaki Airs
Sunday 28th April 2024
Come cheer on the Nelson Giants as they take on the Taranaki Airs
Bryce Wastney as part of the Live Music Series at Elma Turner Library
Sunday 28th April 2024
Singer/songwriter of soulful music covering the pop-rick, country and folk genres
One-day Meditation Retreat in Nelson
Sunday 28th April 2024
Join us for a day of introspection at our One-day Meditation Retreat in Nelson!
TUKU 24 - Sip Tea, Taste Cultures
Sunday 28th April 2024
Join us on this flavourful journey as we sip tea and explore the diverse cultures ...
Argentine Tango
Monday 29th April-Tuesday 2nd July 2024
Argentine tango classes in Nelson and Richmond.
SOLD OUT - Six60 The Grassroots Tour 2024
Tuesday 30th April 2024
SOLD OUT - SIX60 SESSIONS: The Grassroots Tour
PechaKucha
Tuesday 30th April 2024
PechaKucha Nelson & Theatre Royal bring you an informative and entertaining evening of presentations from ...
TUKU 24 - Smocked! The Broadgreen Frock Smock and Smocking Crafts
Tuesday 30th April 2024
Join us as we explore the rustic to the richly decorative with the evolution and ...
TUKU 24 - All At Sea!
Tuesday 30th April 2024
Explore maritime marvels at Founders Heritage Park, this presentation offered by curator Ari Edgecombe.
TUKU 24 - PechaKucha
Tuesday 30th April 2024
PechaKucha Nelson and the Theatre Royal bring you an informative and entertaining evening of presentations ...
TUKU 24 - 125 Years Serving Nelson: The Suter Art Gallery Through its Collection
Wednesday 1st May 2024
Floortalk/tour of the exhibition that marks The Suter’s 125th anniversary
TUKU 24 - Kanohi Kitea (The Seen Face) Public Talk with Louisa Paul
Wednesday 1st May 2024
An opportunity to hear from Louisa Paul, as she provides detail about selection of the ...
Headbands for Hospice
Wednesday 1st-Friday 31st May 2024
Headbands for Hospice is a fundraising collaboration between Cultural Conversations and NelsonTasman HospiceCultural Conversations. Hospice ...
TUKU 24 - Kanohi Kitea (The Seen Face) Public Talk
Wednesday 1st May 2024
Kanohi Kitea (The Seen Face) publictalk is an opportunity to hear from thecurator, Louisa Paul.
2024 U13/U15/U18 Development Program II
Thursday 2nd-Thursday 30th May 2024
2024 U13/U15/U18 Development Program II
Opera Festival Masterclass
Thursday 2nd May 2024
Masterclass with 3 singers, an accompanist and a vocal coach who demonstrate how singers prepare ...
Lunchtime Concert: Opera Broadway Masterclass
Thursday 2nd May 2024
Opera Singer and Vocal Coach Jason Balla works with 3 local singers and an accompanist ...
TUKU 24 - The History of the Bossa Nova – Nelson Jazz Club Night
Thursday 2nd May 2024
Nelson Jazz Club Night will feature Bossa Via as our guest band, who will present ...
An Employer's Roadmap to Accredited Employer Work Visa Scheme Changes
Thursday 2nd May 2024
A free seminar for employers, presented by Pitt and Moore and Nelson Tasman Chamber of ...
Nelson Tasman Motorcycle Festival (New Date)
Friday 3rd-Saturday 4th May 2024
A two day Motorcycle Festival for both road bikes and Adventure bikes.
TUKU 24 - Songbirds on the Dance Floor with the Flightless Birds
Friday 3rd May 2024
The Flightless Birds singing upbeat covers of tunes to get you on the dance floor.
TUKU 24 - Dumont D’Urville – the Scientist, Botanist and Geographer
Friday 3rd May 2024
This event allows the public to learn more about the history and discoveries of Jules ...
TUKU 24 - Songbirds on the Dancefloor
Friday 3rd May 2024
Fire up those dancing shoes for a night of singing, swaying and sashaying to your ...
Nelson Civic Choir presents Opera Festival Gala Concert
Saturday 4th-Sunday 5th May 2024
Nelson Civic Choir presents Opera Festival Gala Concerts at NCMA. May 4, May 5 2024
TUKU 24 - Stitch and Chat with Nelson Embroiderers’ Guild
Saturday 4th May 2024
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at needlework? Join the Nelson Embroiderers’ Guild ...
Nelson Civic Choir - Opera Gala Concerts
Saturday 4th-Sunday 5th May 2024
Come meet some of the many characters depicted through music and drama in a concert ...
Wallace Shield Cross-Country Series: Race 3
Saturday 4th May 2024
Fun, free cross-country event series 5km for Runners, 3.4km for Walkers, 1.7km for Juniors.
Organ Bandits
Saturday 4th May 2024
The Organ Bandits return to the Two Thumb Brewery to entertain with burning retro grooves ...
TUKU 24 - Centre for Fine Woodworking Open Day
Saturday 4th May 2024
Come and see steam bending and sharpeningdemonstrations and check out the exciting short course programme.
TUKU 24 - Putting the “Story” Back in History – Writing Workshops
Saturday 4th May 2024
In this workshop, writers work on scoping a novel.
TUKU 24 - Experiencing China in Whakatū: Three Traditional Chinese Acts and Three Street Foods
Saturday 4th May 2024
Join us for an immersive journey into the heart of Chinese culture. This vibrant event ...
A World of Words: One Writer’s Journey
Sunday 5th May 2024
The Nelson Institute presents: A World of Words: One Writer’s Journey, a talk by Mapua ...
Navigating the Turning Points in Your Life
Monday 6th May 2024
This is a unique opportunity to discover your life's direction. In this workshop you will ...
Wellby Talking Café - McCashin's (Stoke)
Tuesday 7th May 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
Polly and the Minstrel as part of New Zealand Music Month at Elma Turner Library
Wednesday 8th May 2024
Given their unassuming delivery and relaxed presence, Nathan and Siobhan’s performances are warm, heartfelt and ...
Off your rockers as part of New Zealand Music Month at Elma Turner Library
Thursday 9th May 2024
Off Your Rockers has about 25 members of retirement age who meet on Thursday afternoons ...
Lunchtime Concert: Paul Chan
Thursday 9th May 2024
Immerse yourself in an enchanting afternoon of celestial melodies as Nelson organist, Paul Chan, takes ...
The Crayons
Friday 10th May 2024
The Crayons will be bringing all the greats! From Fleetwood Mac to Bruno Mars and ...
2024 U18M&W Hockey Stirling & Dodson Cup
Saturday 11th-Sunday 12th May 2024
2024 U18M&W Hockey Stirling and Dodson Cup
Paul Bond as part of New Zealand Music Month at Elma Turner Library
Saturday 11th May 2024
Kiwi originals about NZ Country life.
Blessing of the Fleet
Saturday 11th May 2024
The Blessing of the Fleet honours our sea-going whanau, past and present.Saturday 11th May at ...
Shoe Clinic MTB Duathlon Series Race 2 NEW Location!
Sunday 12th May 2024
Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled experience at the Shoe Clinic MTB Duathlon Race 2. Enjoy ...
Sunday Craft Club - Comic Book Shoes
Sunday 12th May 2024
Add a little ka-POW to your wardrobe and celebrate comics! Bring a pair of shoes ...
2024 Nelson Hockey Junior Program II
Thursday 16th May-Thursday 20th June 2024
2024 Nelson Hockey Junior Program II
Wellby Talking Café - NMIT Café Ake Ake (Student Centre)
Thursday 16th May 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
The Addams Family
Thursday 16th-Saturday 18th May 2024
Nayland College presents 'The Addams Family - School Edition'.
Lunchtime Concert: Zeb Wulff
Thursday 16th May 2024
The manuscript of Beethoven’s Appassionata sonata still bears visible water stains from his enraged passage ...
The Addams Family
Thursday 16th-Saturday 18th May 2024
Nayland College brings you Playbill's most produced school musical of 2023 - The Addams Family ...
Changing Threads Contemporary Textile Fibre Art Awards
Friday 17th May-Saturday 15th June 2024
Changing Threads National Contemporary Textile Fibre Art Awards is a National Exhibition organised by Arts ...
Back In The Days with DJamie
Friday 17th May 2024
Bringing the throwback hits to The Boathouse from all decades!
Cross Country Weavers 50th Anniversary Exhibition
Friday 17th May-Friday 14th June 2024
Arts Council Nelson is proud to host the Cross Country Weavers 50th Anniversary Exhibition 17th ...
Camplight - Kayan weavers | Sukuta Project
Friday 17th May-Friday 14th June 2024
Light Installation using LED technology with traditional Kayan weaving to make the light on the ...
Alvaro Moreno as part of New Zealand Music Month at Elma Turner Library
Saturday 18th May 2024
Born in Murcia, Spain, Alvaro Moreno brings tradition and new sounds from the Spanish and ...
Nelson Repair Cafe
Saturday 18th May 2024
A monthly event helping you to repair your household items, save resources and build community ...
Bailee Lobb Artist Talk
Saturday 18th May 2024
A Changing Threads Artist Talk at the Refinery ArtSpace
The Art of Still Life - Drawing Workshop
Sunday 19th May 2024
Discover the beauty of still life art at The Suter Art Gallery’s workshop.
Nelson Giants vs Tauranga Whai
Sunday 19th May 2024
Come and cheer on the Nelson Giants as they take on the newbies this season, ...
Drop spindle spinning Workshop with Annie Mackenzie
Sunday 19th May 2024
During this workshop you’ll learn the key skills to start hand spinning beautifully soft yarn ...
NZSQ - Soundscapes
Sunday 19th May 2024
Join the internationally acclaimed New Zealand String Quartet (NZSQ) for an evening of exquisite chamber ...
Drop spindle spinning workshop
Sunday 19th May 2024
Learn the traditional craft of hand spinning using a simple drop spindle
Wellby Talking Café - McCashin's (Stoke)
Tuesday 21st May 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
Stretch your textile, ready for its next life
Tuesday 21st May 2024
This one day workshop will involve the stretching of your 'textile' upon which, experimentation will ...
Wellby Talking Café - Halifax Café (Nelson)
Wednesday 22nd May 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
Professional Weavers Network Talk
Wednesday 22nd May 2024
Join members of this group of dedicated master weavers from around Aotearoa New Zealand
Vinegar Tom
Wednesday 22nd-Saturday 25th May 2024
Nelson Repertory Theatre presents Caryl Churchill’s play about witches, with no witches in it.
Living Your Authentic Life - a weekly personal growth group for women
Thursday 23rd May-Thursday 27th June 2024
Discover ways to live your life with authenticity and spontaneity. Develop the ability to respond ...
Lunchtime Concert: Juliet & Zeb
Thursday 23rd May 2024
Juliet Ayre and Zeb Wulff both grew up in Nelson studying at NCMA, they now ...
Pink Ribbon Pasta and Prosecco Party
Thursday 23rd May 2024
Come and support the Boathouse in their fundraising event for the Breast Cancer Foundation
Found fabrics / textiles dressed up!
Thursday 23rd May 2024
Students will leave with a finished creation that they can wear.
Tessa Quayle jazz quartet as part of New Zealand Music Month at Elma Turner Library
Saturday 25th May 2024
Tessa’s voice has been described as having a “milky sparkle” who “scats and purrs” her ...
Sawn Off Presents Coastal Carnage
Saturday 25th May 2024
SAWNOFF is back and this time they’re bringing 9 bands for an all day festival ...
Stretch your textile, ready for its next life
Saturday 25th May 2024
This one day workshop will involve the stretching of your 'textile' upon which, experimentation will ...
Wilson Dixon - Love Don't Live Here Anymore, You Do
Sunday 26th May 2024
Join Wilson Dixon for an intimate hour as he performs his brand new show with ...
Imani-J as part of the Live Music Series/ New Zealand Music Month at Elma Turner Library
Sunday 26th May 2024
Imani-J also known as Alyahna Sanson-Rejouis is an accomplished songwriter influenced by Jorja Smith, Kali ...
Hamuera Manihera an artist talk
Sunday 26th May 2024
Hamuera Manihera (Ngāti Kuia) who is also Kaitiaki Taonga at Nelson Provisional Museum, will be ...
An Itch to Stitch with Stef Naldi
Sunday 26th May 2024
Creative play to loosen to your textile practice and/or scratch that itch to stitch.
Found fabrics / textiles dressed up!
Sunday 26th May 2024
Students will leave with a finished creation that they can wear.
Rāranga no Te Tauihu
Sunday 26th May 2024
An exhibition of Rāranga by local artists Hamuerra Robb, Louisa Paul & Shaunel Kelly.
Into the Wild | Artist Talk
Sunday 26th May 2024
Installation Artist Sue Heydon examines the practice of fossicking for natural materials from mystical locations, ...
Bonds Beyond Borders Global Stitch Up Collective
Wednesday 29th May 2024
We have 'Bonds beyond borders' - an evening connecting the threads.
Expressions
Thursday 30th May 2024
Join F.A. Dance Centre dancers for one night of unforgettable entertainment, with Jazz, Hip Hop, ...
Nelson Giants vs Hawke's Bay Hawks
Thursday 30th May 2024
Come and cheer on the Nelson Giants as they take on the Hawke's Bay Hawks
Ceol Aneas Traditional Irish Music Festival 2024
Friday 31st May-Monday 3rd June 2024
Mighty ‘craic’ with music and laughter will fill the air with the annual Ceol Aneas ...
Rock The City
Friday 31st May 2024
Rock The City showcases Nelson's up-and-coming talent- come along to enjoy our line up of ...
Bob Sacramento
Friday 31st May 2024
Bob Sacramento, Marlborough’s own folk-pop group, is bringing a 70s state of mind with a ...
2024 NZ Bird Conference
Saturday 1st-Monday 3rd June 2024
The 2024 New Zealand Bird Conference will be held in Nelson from 1 to 3 ...
Irish Set Dancing Class: Ceol Aneas Irish Music Festival 2024
Saturday 1st-Sunday 2nd June 2024
A fun Irish set dancing class to live music, taught over two days by experienced ...
Ceili Dance: Ceol Aneas Irish Music Festival 2024
Saturday 1st June 2024
Come and dance the night away to rousing Irish music and a caller to lead ...
Irish Traditional Singing Class: Ceol Aneas Irish Music Festival 2024
Saturday 1st-Monday 3rd June 2024
A fun Irish traditional singing class.
Ceol Aneas Irish Festival Showcase Concert 2024
Sunday 2nd June 2024
The Showcase Concert is the highlight of the Ceol Aneas festival. A lively evening of ...
Wellby Talking Café - McCashin's (Stoke)
Tuesday 4th June 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
Heath Franklin's Chopper - Not Here To F*ck Spiders
Thursday 6th June 2024
Australia's MOST WANTED comedian is back after three years off....and he's not here to fuck ...
Lunchtime Concert: Tomas Hurnik
Thursday 6th June 2024
J.S. Bach – Suites for Solo cello no.3, 2 and 1Most beautiful pieces written for ...
NZSO - Reflections - Schubert & Beethoven
Friday 7th June 2024
Four NZSO players whisk us through the ages via the most classic of chamber music ...
BANFF Mountain Film Festival
Friday 7th-Saturday 8th June 2024
Since 1976, the Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival has been an industry leader ...
Juke Joint
Friday 7th June 2024
The Boys are back! Juke Joint are bringing their Jumping Blues with maximum R’N’B, get ...
Cancer Society Diamond Gala
Saturday 8th June 2024
Fabulous food, entertainment and the opportunity to bid for some amazing auction items.
SOLD OUT Creative Bookbinding Tutored by Rosie-Anne Pinney
Saturday 8th-Sunday 9th June 2024
This weekend workshop is an opportunity to make your own handcrafted books using traditional bookbinding ...
Stitch Bloom Project
Saturday 8th-Sunday 9th June 2024
This Workshop is for beginners and those wanting to refresh basic spinning skills. Tutored by ...
Crew Course - Fly Tower Induction
Monday 10th June 2024
Discover the world above the Theatre Royal stage and the counterweight fly-tower rigging system. Learn ...
Crew Course - Technician Induction
Tuesday 11th June 2024
Dive into the world behind the curtain. This course introduces the lighting, sound and intricate ...
Crew Course - Combined Refresher
Wednesday 12th June 2024
Brush up with a combined refresher course designed for past attendants of our technician and ...
FATAL FASHION Exhibition Curator's floor talk
Wednesday 12th June 2024
Join us in a talk to explore how fashion has slain and maimed through time
Nelson Giants vs Canterbury Rams
Thursday 13th June 2024
Come and support the Nelson Giants as they take on Canterbury Rams
Pranic Healing Course
Saturday 15th-Sunday 16th June 2024
The Pranic Healing course is an exciting two day energy healing workshop filled with in-depth ...
Nelson Adventure Film Night
Saturday 15th June 2024
A screening of the top entries from our local adventure film competition. Official prize-giving for ...
Showquest 2024
Monday 17th June 2024
Showquest is a nationwide performing arts competition and a platform for youth voices to be ...
Wellby Talking Café - McCashin's (Stoke)
Tuesday 18th June 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
Chris Parker
Thursday 20th June 2024
Comedy from the self-proclaimed People's Princess of Aotearoa, known for his funny Instagram and Tiktok ...
Talking Café - NMIT Café Ake Ake (Student Centre)
Thursday 20th June 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
Graeme James
Friday 21st June 2024
Indie folk is having its renaissance once again and James is riding the wave, he ...
Eco Dyeing Fabrics and Fibres Naturally with Plants workshop
Saturday 22nd-Sunday 23rd June 2024
Low impact dyeing gives the opportunity to create unexpected colours and imprinted designs on fabrics ...
Nelson Symphony Orchestra presents: Bach & Sons
Saturday 22nd June 2024
An uplifting evening of beautiful music awaits. Come and celebrate the musical genius of the ...
Mary Poppins
Wednesday 26th-Saturday 29th June 2024
Step into the enchanting world of magic and whimsy as Waimea College proudly presents its ...
Wellby Talking Café - Halifax Café (Nelson)
Wednesday 26th June 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
Nelson Giants vs Southland Sharks
Sunday 30th June 2024
Come and support the Nelson Giants as they take on the Southland Sharks
Alvaro Moreno as part of the Live Music Series at Elma Turner Library
Sunday 30th June 2024
Songs from Spain and Latin America accompanied by guitar.
Wellby Talking Café - McCashin's (Stoke)
Tuesday 2nd July 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
Vismaya - A celebration of Indian Music and Dance
Thursday 4th July 2024
Vismaya, Sanskrit for amazement, is a new work from highly acclaimed Mudra Dance Company
Nelson Giants vs Otago Nuggets
Friday 5th July 2024
Come and supprt the Nelson Giants in their last home game of the season as ...
Mamma Mia!
Friday 5th-Sunday 14th July 2024
Nelson Youth Theatre performs ABBA's timeless songs in the hilarious story of a young woman's ...
Disney's Finding Nemo JR.
Tuesday 9th-Sunday 14th July 2024
Nelson Youth Theatre presents a 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding ...
The World of Musicals in Concert
Monday 15th July 2024
A stirring musical concert theatre experience that will leave you spellbound, from the opening song ...
Wellby Talking Café - McCashin's (Stoke)
Tuesday 16th July 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
Wellby Talking Café - NMIT Café Ake Ake (Student Centre)
Thursday 18th July 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
Contemporary Felt Making Workshop
Saturday 20th-Sunday 21st July 2024
An enjoyable two day Contemporary Felt Making workshop suitable for beginners to those with skills ...
Wellby Talking Café - Halifax Café (Nelson)
Wednesday 24th July 2024
Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to ...
2024 Nelson Hockey Junior Program III
Thursday 25th July-Thursday 29th August 2024
2024 Nelson Hockey Junior Program III
Nelson Scouts Gangshow
Thursday 25th-Saturday 27th July 2024
It’s more than just a show, it’s the Nelson Scouts Gangshow! The fun-filled family variety ...
Daniel Champagne - The Pursuit World Tour
Friday 26th July 2024
The young virtuoso, has fallen in love with New Zealand and after sellout tours through ...
Polly and the Minstrel as part of the Live Music Series at the Elma Turner Library
Sunday 28th July 2024
‘A Box of Birds’ is a collection of original modern folk songs and traditional mandolin ...
Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time
Tuesday 6th August 2024
Humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time. Come and join Ed Byrne as he tests ...
A Taste of Ireland
Thursday 8th August 2024
Hot off its Off-Broadway premiere, the Irish Music & Dance Sensation hits stages across NZ.
The Tempestuous
Wednesday 14th August 2024
Award-winning comedian Penny Ashton presents her latest literary solo musical with this Shakespearean frolic.
Elton John vs Billy Joel NZ Tour
Friday 16th August 2024
NZ’s award-winning hit tribute show Elton John vs. Billy Joel returns to the Theatre Royal ...
My Time My Life
Saturday 17th August 2024
Join us at My Time, My Life, where we celebrate the joy of hobbies, sports, ...
Hot Potato Band
Saturday 24th August 2024
After a sell-out show last year, the Hot Potato Band returns to the Theatre Royal ...
Mosaic World Choir as part of the Live Music Series at Elma Turner Library
Sunday 25th August 2024
Nelson’s longest-standing world music choir, Mosaic has been bringing a cappella pleasure to audiences for ...
INSPIRE Festival
Thursday 5th-Friday 6th September 2024
INSPIRE offers two days of student-selected hands-on workshops all focused around STEAMS (Science, Technology, Engineering, ...
Empower 2024
Saturday 7th-Sunday 8th September 2024
Empower is a future-focused, digital skills experience with workshops, interactive industry displays and an E-Sports ...
Hockey Tournament 2024 TASMAN REGIONAL Y3-4, 7 ASIDE
Tuesday 10th September 2024
Hockey Tournament 2024 TASMAN REGIONAL Y3-4, 7 ASIDE
Miss Classic Nelson Pinup Pageant as part of Hoods Up! Friday
Friday 13th September 2024
Miss Classic Nelson Pinup Pageant
Hoods Up! Friday
Friday 13th September 2024
The Nelson Classic Car Museum proudly present The ultimate petrolhead motor experience.
Hockey Tournament 2024 TASMAN REGIONAL Y5-6, 7 ASIDE
Tuesday 17th September 2024
Hockey Tournament 2024 TASMAN REGIONAL Y5-6, 7 ASIDE
Nelson Symphony Orchestra presents: Orchestral Dances
Saturday 21st September 2024
The NSO presents a thrilling evening of glorious orchestral dance music to sweep you off ...
Spring Challenge
Friday 27th-Sunday 29th September 2024
Explore Tasman's beauty in teams, rafting, biking & hiking the stunning terrain - Spring Challenge ...
Calefax
Saturday 28th September 2024
“Calefax – five extremely gifted Dutch gents who almost made the reed quintet seem the ...
Nelson Pipe Band Centenary Perfomance & Ceilidh
Saturday 28th September 2024
Free Public Street Performance & Family Ceilidh
The Bee Gees Night Fever
Wednesday 9th October 2024
Expect all the disco dancefloor-fillers, smooth 70s ballads and 60s Pop standards you know and ...
NZTrio: Triptych 3 – Untamed Hope
Saturday 12th October 2024
One of New Zealand’s most dynamic and acclaimed chamber ensembles, NZTrio, He Taonga Wairere performs ...
Badjelly the Witch Glow Show
Sunday 13th October 2024
Badjelly the Witch, the much-loved, utterly loony Spike Milligan classic, is this year’s Glow Show, ...
2024 Term 4 - Summer Social Hockey
Wednesday 23rd October-Wednesday 27th November 2024
2024 Term 4 - Summer Social Hockey
2024 Nelson Hockey Junior Program IV
Thursday 24th October-Thursday 28th November 2024
2024 Nelson Hockey Junior Program IV
2024 Masters Mixed Hockey League Full Field
Thursday 24th October-Thursday 28th November 2024
2024 Masters Mixed Hockey League Full Field
Nelson Arts Festival 2024
Thursday 24th October-Sunday 3rd November 2024
The Nelson Arts Festival returns for its 30th festival this spring, bringing 11 days of ...
The Young Virtuosi
Friday 1st November 2024
Chamber Music NZ : The Young Virtuosi. Presented in Association with the Michael Hill Violin ...
The Nelson Half
Sunday 3rd November 2024
A distance to suit everyone Half Marathon, 10km, 5km & 2.5km Fun Run & Walk.
Nelson Motorhome, Caravan & Outdoor show 2024
Saturday 9th-Sunday 10th November 2024
Nelson & surrounding areas display of New Motorhomes, caravans, ebikes and industry related suppliers and ...
Nelson Symphony Orchestra presents: Inspire Me
Saturday 23rd November 2024
An exciting and varied concert featuring inspiring music from the mentor and the protégé, the ...
Nelson Summer Kite Festival
Saturday 18th-Sunday 19th January 2025
Nelson Summer Kite Festival Sat Jan 18 & Sun Jan 19 2025. Held at Neale ...
Creedence Clearwater Collective
Tuesday 25th March 2025
A night of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, celebrating the music of one of ...
Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring 2026
Sunday 15th-Saturday 21st March 2026
The Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring is a week of rallying 100s of vintage, ...