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Your official guide to Nelson Tasman events and festivals

In Nelson Tasman, there’s always something on worth wandering into. Whatever the season, our events capture the feel of our region, easy going, creative, and full of good energy.

Featured upcoming events

Taku Rau Tīkumu

Today 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

The Nelson Provincial Museum, Nelson

Natural History

Motorcycle Festival

9 May 2026 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Founders Heritage Park, Nelson

Festivals

Paint Cable Bay

16 May 2026 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Refinery ArtSpace, Nelson

Arts and Crafts

Willow Bank Heritage Village Open Day

17 May 2026 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Willow Bank Heritage Village, Waimea

Family Entertainment

Ceol Aneas Festival Showcase Concert

31 May 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Nelson Centre of Musical Arts, Nelson

Ethnic, Multicultural

Make It Nelson

5 June 2026 9:00 am - 11:59 pm

Nelson City Centre, Nelson

Arts and Crafts

Resourceful Craft Workshops

6 June 2026 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fairfield House, Nelson

Arts and Crafts

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