Brook Waimārama Sanctuary Open Days this weekend.
🌿Brook Waimārama Sanctuary Open Days
Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th March 2026 | 10:00am – 4:00pm
Join us for Nelson’s Big Green Day Out! Enjoy a free family day out at the Brook Waimārama Sanctuary.
Located just minutes from Nelson’s city centre, the Sanctuary is opening its gates for a full weekend of free activities designed to help people connect with nature.
What’s Happening Across the Weekend
Whether you’re a nature lover, a foodie, or simply looking for a relaxed day out, there’s something here for everyone. Across the weekend, you’ll find:
🦎 Explore up to 15kms of walking tracks in a pristine forest
☕ Delicious street food, coffee and real fruit ice cream
🖍️ Workshops and hands-on learning
🎨 Arts, crafts and Kids’ activities for all ages
⛺ Explore community stall holders
🌿 Stationed talks with conservation experts
📍 A silent auction supporting the Sanctuary’s work
🕶️ Virtual-reality kiwi experience — get closer than ever to one of Aotearoa’s most iconic birds
Make a Day of It
Bring the whānau, bring your friends and soak up the atmosphere. The Big Green Day Out is the perfect chance to reconnect with nature, support local conservation, and enjoy a vibrant community event right in the heart of Nelson.
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