What’s Happening in Nelson

The Earth Emotions Silent Auction is a special collection of 20 unframed prints by local photographers from an exhibition called Earth Emotions. Glenn Allbrecht's book, Earth Emotions, inspired Ann Wheatley,…

Start of a long-term species reintroduction programme. The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary will soon welcome kākā to the Sanctuary. The first birds are scheduled to arrive in March. This major translocation…

Nelson, New Zealand – Italy is coming to town. On Sunday 1 March 2026, the much-loved Nelson Italian Festival returns to Lower Trafalgar Street and Trafalgar Park, transforming the heart…

We are celebrating the month of love with a fabulous Valentine’s Day giveaway! Valentine's Day Hamper includes a gift hamper from Life Pharmacy Prices, a flower bouquet from Expressions Florist,…

Hey - got a skill that's workshop-worthy? Make It Nelson is a series of workshops on every weekend in June. Right now, we're calling for Nelson's makers and innovations to…

The theme captured in our joint exhibition is based on the concepts underpinning the Anthropocene. The Anthropocene is a proposed geological epoch characterised by humanity's significant and accelerating impact on…

Marchfest pours bigger than ever, with a bold new format bringing together 20+ breweries, 100+ beers, and more opportunities to meet the makers behind your favourite drop. Craft beer, live…

BE IN TO WIN TWO TICKETS TO TWILIGHT & TRICKERY + $70 HOSPITALITY VOUCHER Uniquely Nelson is giving you the chance to win two tickets to the Twilight & Trickery…