Behold the beautiful Christmas trees arranged by Nelson community groups and companies at the cathedral. Free weekday lunchtime concerts in December and late night Fridays on 13 and 20 December until 9:30pm. Open daily from 8:30am to 7:00pm.
The 21st Annual Picton Maritime Festival will take place on Friday the 16th and Saturday 17th January 2026 at the Foreshore Picton, Marlborough. The Picton Maritime Festival is an annual event that creates an awesome reason to visit the picturesque town of Picton and keep the Christmas holiday celebration vibes going well into January! This […]
Our pop up op shop opens Weekly on Fridays from 10-2 Come and get a bargain with all items just $2 each and Coffee just $5 each. We have a play area for your little ones and plenty of seating. All money raised goes back into the Connect Marlborough Trust and funds our community programmes. […]
Friday Nights Music at Founders CaféEvery Friday from 2 January 2026 | From 4.30pmFree entry Kick off your weekends the right way with live local music, great food, and a relaxed summer vibe at Founders Café. Each Friday from early January, enjoy performances from talented local bands, paired with craft beer, pizza and delicious food. […]
Saturday 10 Jan 2026 – Isel Park Friday 16 Jan 2026 – Tāhuna Beach Holiday park Summer outdoor movies are back for the 2025/2026 summer!! Gold coin donation, bring blankets, chairs, snacks and your friends! Subtitles for all movies 1937 // 88 min // G A warm, timeless story of a spirited girl who changes the […]
The Nelson Market is recognized throughout New Zealand and the world for its array of fine produce and quality artistry. Every Saturday morning for more than 40 years, Nelson Market owner Nita Knight has welcomed visitors to discover a unique creative showcase in the heart of the central city. Shop for fresh produce, gourmet foods, […]
Saturdays, 9am to 2pm in summer (from October to Easter). Corner of Market Street and High Street in Blenheim.
Edge – Centre for Fine Woodworking Annual Exhibition Fri 12 Dec – Sat 17 Jan, 9am – 5pm* // Quiet Dog Gallery, 33 Wakatu – Lane, Nelson // FREE Edge represents the combined works of seven students from the Centre for Fine Woodworking, all of whom spent eight months full-time in the Furniture Maker’s Programme. […]
The 21st Annual Picton Maritime Festival will take place on Friday the 16th and Saturday 17th January 2026 at the Foreshore Picton, Marlborough. The Picton Maritime Festival is an annual event that creates an awesome reason to visit the picturesque town of Picton and keep the Christmas holiday celebration vibes going well into January! This […]
The Nelson Summer Kite Festival is on, at Neale Park, Nelson, 17-18 January 2026.