The Nelson Market held on Saturdays from 8am to 1pm in Montgomery Square is famous for its artisan products. Visiting the market is an opportunity to meet the talented people behind the arts, crafts and foods of the Nelson region. Here you will find arts, crafts, cutting-edge fashion, accessories, jewellery, books, children’s toys, homewares, toiletries and cosmetics, leather work, fabric & fibre crafts, pottery, metal work, wood ware and so much more.

The range of food carts will have you drooling.Try the Maori bread, German Bratwurst, Dutch Olliebolen or Sri Lankan Curry amongst the fabulous selection of ethnic foods on offer. There are also organic and gluten-free foods available.

The Nelson Market is an incubator for many successful food businesses. Taste, for example, the famous Pics Peanut Butter, Gourge’s French pate and Urban Hippie’s Miso.
Every week there is an abundance of fresh, seasonal vegetables and fruit, nuts, cheeses, bread, flowers and plants.

The Nelson Market is a must-do experience if you want to experience the diversity and richness of locally produced goods and a great place to purchase gifts that will be treasured.