Whakatū Winter Festival – Warm Up Your Winter

Step into the heart of winter at the Whakatū Winter Festival, where Nelson City Council encourages our community into the city centre this August to enjoy the return of the popular artificial ice rink along with live entertainment, night markets and a silent disco – taking over the former Morrison Square retail space and 1903 Square.

⛸️ ICE SKATING: 20–24 August
Glide across the indoor Winter Wonderland Ice Rink, set inside the upper car park in Morrison’s Square.
Wednesday: 1pm – 8pm
Thursday: 1pm – 8pm
Friday: 1pm – 9pm
Saturday: 9am – 9pm
Sunday: 9am – 5pm
🎟️ Tickets available now – Book your session now
🎶 FRIDAY 22 & SATURDAY 23 August
The city comes alive after dark with:
• Live local music on the 1903 Stage & Morrison Square
• The magical Starry Night Market – food, crafts & winter treats
• The ultimate Silent Night Disco at Morrison Square – dance like nobody’s watching!
Whether you’re a family chasing chilly thrills, a couple looking for a unique date night, or friends ready to soak up the vibes, there’s something for everyone at Whakatū’s coolest celebration.
Don’t miss the magic – only in Whakatū

The city comes alive after dark with:
• Live local music on the 1903 Stage & Morrinson’s Square
• The magical Starry Night Market – food, crafts & winter treats
• The Toi Koru exhibition at Nelson Provincial Museum Pupuri Taonga o Te Tai Ao
• The ultimate Silent Night Disco at Morrison Square – dance like nobody’s watching!

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