Events

.... where it's all here, all year!

The Nelson region, with fine weather, stunning landscapes and bustling city life is the perfect setting for a range of exciting and vibrant events that occur year-round and make Nelson a fantastic place to live, work, play, stay and visit.

www.itson.co.nz is a comprehensive listing of concerts, performances, festivals, exhibitions, and sporting and community events in the Nelson Tasman region. The site is funded by Nelson City Council and supported by Tasman District Council.

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Below are some of the key events that occur each year: 

SUMMER

• Opera in the Park
• Adam Festival of Chamber Music
• Brightwater Wine and Food Festival
• Woollaston Nelson Jazz and Blues Festival

AUTUMN

• Festival of Opportunities
• Antique & Classic Boat Show
• Rainbow Rage
• MarchFest

WINTER

• Nelson Winter Music Festival
• Blessing of the Fleet
• Ecofest

SPRING

• Nelson Arts Festival
• WasA! Wild and Sneaky Arts Festival
• South Island Masters Games
• Abel Tasman Coastal Classic