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It's on in Nelson Tasman

Official events guide

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It's on in Nelson Tasman

In Nelson Tasman, every season brings something to celebrate. From arts and heritage to food, music, and adventure, our events reflect the spirit of the people and the place. Our calendar is buzzing year-round, packed with chances to celebrate, discover, and connect.

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Featured upcoming events

Gintastic - Nelson

Gintastic - Nelson

Tomorrow 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Founders Heritage Park, Nelson
Festivals
The Spectacle

The Spectacle

5 December 2025 3:00 am - 11:59 pm
Nelson Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson
Marathon, Running
New Year's Eve Countdown in the City

New Year's Eve Countdown in the City

31 December 2025 6:00 pm - 1 January 2026 12:30 am
1903 Square, Nelson
Music Festivals
Riwaka Market Day

Riwaka Market Day

2 January 2026 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Riwaka Domain, Motueka
Markets and Fairs
Super Smash T20 doubleheader

Super Smash T20 doubleheader

3 January 2026 12:40 pm - 7:30 pm
Saxton Oval Pavilion, Nelson
Cricket
Jimmy Carr - Laughs Funny

Jimmy Carr - Laughs Funny

13 January 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Comedy
2026 South Island Colgate Games

2026 South Island Colgate Games

15 January 2026 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saxton Field Complex, Nelson
Athletics
Tāhuna Summer Sounds

Tāhuna Summer Sounds

16 January 2026 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tāhunanui Beach Reserve, Nelson
Variety Concerts
Pipes in the Park 2026

Pipes in the Park 2026

25 January 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fairfield House, Nelson
World
Adam Chamber Music Festival

Adam Chamber Music Festival

29 January 2026 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Nelson Centre of Musical Arts, Nelson
Classical Music
The Z Manu World Champs NELSON

The Z Manu World Champs NELSON

21 February 2026 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Nayland Pool, Nelson
Diving
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

23 February 2026 8:30 pm - 11:59 pm
The Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Rock
Nelson Italian Festival 2026

Nelson Italian Festival 2026

1 March 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Trafalgar Park, Nelson
Ethnic, Multicultural
Nelson Fringe Festival

Nelson Fringe Festival

5 March 2026 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Refinery ArtSpace, Nelson
Festivals
Cable Bay Enduro

Cable Bay Enduro

7 March 2026 8:00 am - 11:55 pm
Cable Bay Adventure Park, Nelson
Mountain Biking
Blues On The Point Festival

Blues On The Point Festival

14 March 2026 2:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The Honest Lawyer, Nelson
Blues
Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring 2026 Public Events

Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring 2026 Public Events

16 March 2026 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
The Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Family Entertainment

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