 Nelson events and festivals
What's happening now
What's coming up soon
A look back at past events
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What's happening now
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Superheroes Reading Programme
Elma Turner Library
Monday 8 December - Friday 30 January
Nelson Public Libraries proudly offers two exciting new Superhero Reading Programmes sponsored by Port Nelson for 2 - 4 year olds and
5 - 12 year olds this summer. Find out more and sign up your young reader.
Summer in Nelson 2008-09
A vibrant and varied list of events is on tap this summer. The Summer in Nelson programme is available now. See what's on for this year and make your plans today!
JazzFest
2 - 6 January 2009
Loads of sunshine, world class musicians and over 50 events absolutely free of charge for individuals and families to attend. Now in its 18th year, come and enjoy the full five day programme starting 2 January. Read all about what is on this year at JazzFest.
e-Vents Nelson
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Upcoming events
Adam Chamber Music Festival
23 January - 7 February 2009
The Adam Chamber Music Festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary at the beginning of 2009. Running over 16 days, it will present 42 events in the wonderful environment of the top of the South. Find out what's on this year at the Adam Chamber Music Festival.
Trafalgar Street Market Day
 Saturday 7 February 2009
Nelson retailers take to the streets and entertainment is provided while shoppers shop and buskers are out in force.
Nelson celebrates 150 years as a city
 Founders Family Fun
15 February 2009
A programme of events - including a family day at Founders Heritage Park - marks Nelson’s 150th Anniversary as a Cathedral City. Find out more about Nelson's 150th anniversary.
South Canterbury Finance Nelson Trolley Derby
 Saturday 28 February
The Trolley Derby is back on for 2009 with a new sponsor, a line up of trophies for winners, a design challenge for 0 – 19 year olds and, a new website!
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Past events
The Mayor's Christmas Dinner
25 December 2008
An icon of the festive season, this tradition of caring helps persons who would otherwise be alone on Christmas Day. Learn more about the Mayor's Christmas Dinner.
Rose Day
Broadgreen House
16 November 2008
The annual celebration of Broadgreen Historic House and Samuels Rose Gardens. Music, performers, displays, craft and food stalls, children's activities and games. A relaxed fun day for everyone.
The Nelson Arts Festival
 16 - 27 October 2008
Founders Heritage Park
Nelsonians experienced the carnivale ambience of Founders' Mainstage, browsed the Manifest exhibition of contemporary art installations, attended boutique concerts in St Peters and enjoyed drinks and dining at the Granary Festival Cafe. Find out all that was on at this year's Arts Festival.
Blossoms Festival heralds spring
Sunday 14 September, 11.30am - 2.30pm
 Nelson’s Miyazu Garden was looking its absolute best just in time for the annual Cherry Blossom Festival. It was a great chance to learn more about Miyazu, Nelson’s sister city, and Japanese culture in general.
Ecofest 2008
16 and 17 August
The award winning festival of the environment was back better than ever, this time at Founders Park. Learn about this year's Ecofest.
Founders annual book fair
31 May - 8 June
The famous Founders annual book fair was back and better than ever with tonnes of good second hand books in dozens of categories. Find out more about the Founders book fair.
World Environment Day
5 June 2008
Council planned a range of activities to celebrate World Environment Day on Thursday 5 June, all with the message, "Less cars - Less carbon". Find out about World Environment Day activities.
Walk to School Week
3 - 7 March 2008
National Feet First Walk to School week aims to get all children and their families making the journey to school on foot, by bike, or scooter. Find out more about Walk to School Week.
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Contact Nelson City Council Festivals
0800ARTNELSON or
+64 3 546 0212
Fax: +64 3 546 0239
Email: festival@ncc.govt.nz
PO Box 645, Nelson
Links
Festivals and events RSS feed
Want to stay updated on the events and festivals happening in Nelson? Subscribe to the Festivals and Events RSS feed.
Planning safe public events
Need help with your Nelson event? Want to know how to maximise patron safety and fun?
Read our guide to planning safe events in Nelson.
e-Vents Nelson
To get the most out of the region, check out e-vents Nelson - the most informative online guide to conferences, events and what's on. Browse for events of interest, and add upcoming events.
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