Events

There are many festivals, performances and exhibitions held in Nelson each year.  Due to Nelson's weather and creative flair the city offers a vibrant array of different activities, including shows, festivals, sporting events, theatre and conferences  Find out some of what’s on in Nelson.

As one of New Zealand's sunniest places with more than 2,500 hours of sunshine beaming down on the city every year. Nelson is perfect for outdoor activities and each year there are a number of festivals, concerts, markets etc all held outdoors to capture the sunny weather.