Updated 23.1.2020
Nelson Chinese New Year Celebration
Saturday 25 January 2020 4:00pm – 8:00pm. Queens Gardens, NMIT and NSOM, Bridge & Hardy Street, Nelson.
All Ages Admission: Free
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/events/782072848957907/
The Year of Rat will start on 25th, January,2020. To embrace the Spring Festival ( and good fortune for the new year ), the Chinese community is organizing a traditional park Celebration at Queen’s Garden. There will be dragon dance, performance, traditional games for adults and kids (and prizes), Chinese tea and snacks, calligraphy and various cultural activities. Everyone is warmly welcome.
It is a free community event and we appreciate volunteers’ participation. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Aaron at Asia Food Store or Jingjing: jingjingjackson.nz@gmail.com.
Isel MarketEvery Thursday
This weekly family event is easily Nelson's hottest night market. Each Thursday you can indulge in the delicious cuisine from the street food carts, find some treasures from the craft stalls and listen to the always fabulous live music. 4.30pm till dark, Isel Park, 16 Hilliard Street, Stoke, Nelson.
Contact: iselmarket@gmail.com
Mercado Latino - Latin MarketFirst Friday of each month
Hola, Kia ora, Hello Amigos Nelsonians - Welcome to the 1st MERCADO LATINO (Latin Market) in Nelson
Multicultural Nelson Tasman, Kirby Lane (105 Bridge Street) and the Latin community of Nelson invites you to participate in this wonderful event on the 1st Friday of each month (until April) from 4pm to 9pm. To share and celebrate local Latin culture with hopes of creating unity in diversity.
Ph. 03 539 0030, info@multiculturalnt.co.nz
Summer Film FestivalFriday 27th December 2019-Sunday 9th February 2020
Presented at the Suter Theatre, State Cinemas Nelson brings you 6 weeks of films in the Summer Film Festival.
Take the chance to catch those films you missed during the year, or just want to see again.
We also throw in some great titles not yet released in Nelson.
Check us out on line or pick up a brochure from the State Cinemas or around town.
Suter Theatre, in the Suter Art Gallery Complex, 208 Bridge Street, Nelson
From $12 to $17.50. A small number of movies have an age restriction.
Tickets from State Cinemas and Suter Box Offices ph. 03 5483885 ext 1.
Motueka District Museum TrustFriday 1st November 2019-Saturday 31st October 2020
Motueka and District Museum specialises in local history with emphasis on productivity over the years of Tobacco, Horticulture, Forestry and more. The Motueka Historical Society also has local archives and a research room at the Museum.
Entry is by donation. Opening hours in summer are Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm and Sunday 10am to 2pm.
There is a major exhibition on the Fishing industry and running from November 2019 to June 2020.
Motueka Museum and Muses Café, 136-138 High Street Motueka
Al Fresco Summer Movies
13 Dec – Sat 25 January 2020
Gather a group, a picnic, contemplate a blow-up couch or a beanbag and join us from 7:30 pm to play giant board games, enjoy the park and watch the region's glorious summer sunsets. Wrap up warm - you could even wear your pyjamas or a onesie - and please pocket a torch to light your way home.
Various venues - movies usually start just after 9 pm. Full summer movie schedule is here: https://calendar.google.com...
If the weather is marginal on the night, please text 'Is it on?' to 021776623 after 7.30pm. Ph. 021590191, ncc.events@ncc.govt.nz
Tahuna Summer Sounds
Friday 10th-Friday 17th January 2020. Live music returns to Tahunanui Beach with local musicians performing across two different stages. Interactive beach-themed games and competitions complement the live music, with prizes up for grabs. Kick back, relax and enjoy the sounds of summer by the beach at this family-friendly festival. If wet, the events will be rescheduled to the next day (Sat 11 & Sat 18 Jan).
3pm - 9pm, Tahunanui Reserve, Bisley Walk, Tahunanui Contact ncc.events@ncc.govt.nz
Box of Birds
Motueka Public Library - Tues 21st Jan, 10.30am Takaka Memorial Library - Weds 22 Jan 1pm
Award-winning theatre company Birdlife Productions, are touring local libraries in January 2020, with a gorgeous new puppet show called 'Box of Birds'
Designed specifically for 3 to 5 years and including live music and interactive songs and the magical wonder of puppetry, the story follows Peter and his Grandma who build a nesting box for Ruru – but Peter must be patient and wait to discover who will eventually nest in his Box of Birds? The bird characters are familiar New Zealand locals and the story introduces young children to the idea of supporting ngā manu and the different needs they may have. This tour has been made possible with help from the Nelson City Creative Communities scheme.
Contact: Bridget Sanders www.birdlifeproductions.co.nz www.facebook.com/BirdlifeProductions
Christof van der Ven and Jed Parsons
Thursday 16th January 2020. Time- 7.30 pm till late
Tickets- $30 via https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/gig/69260/Christof-Van-Der-Ven-and-Jed-Parsons.utr?fbclid=IwAR2neW5DdOkFSdpFHu2SvGgPPR6jDlstaaP6qiez9aJzekVAuz4mN-b6kz8
Christof van der Ven (UK) and Jed Parsons (NZ) join forces from opposite sides of the globe to bring the ‘Together At Last’ tour to every corner of New Zealand. Somehow finding time between his busy touring schedule as a member of leading UK band Bear’s Den, and his own solo shows playing alongside the likes of Bon Iver and The Staves, Christof van der Ven is bringing his alternative folk all the way down to NZ. He joins 2018 IMNZ Debut Release of the Year nominee Jed Parsons, who, in his relatively short indie-pop career, is already settling into the dizzying heights of people saying “oh yeah, I think I’ve heard him before”.
Since having both released their debut albums in 2018, between them Christof and Jed have clocked up over 10 million streams online, toured to all corners of the world and played at major festivals - Jed having appeared on stage at Auckland City Limits and Electric Avenue; Christof at Glastonbury among many others.
Throughout January, they will play 14 shows across the country from secret house concerts to popular venues and festivals. Jed Parsons is promoting his brand new single ‘Playstation & Porn (releasing on January 24th), while Christof van der Ven continues to tour his latest incredible album ‘You Were The Place’ released in 2019. Together At Last, they will melt hearts.
The Boathouse, 326 Wakefield Quay, Nelson, promo@theboathousenelson.co.nz
Nelson Summer Shakespeare - Romeo & Juliet
Thursday 16th January-Sunday 2nd February 2020 - Nelson Summer Shakespeare returns with the greatest love story. Professional performances at outdoor venues across Nelson and Tasman. Bring a picnic and relax. Food also available to purchase.
Fairfield House, Nelson January 16,17,18, 19 & 21, 22, 23, 24
Riverside Community Oval, Motueka January 25 & 26
Washbourn Gardens, Richmond January 29 & 30
Isel Park, Stoke January 31 & February 1
Ticket price is a "Pay what you decide" scheme.
PLUS - One very special seated performance, indoors at Nelson's Theatre Royal - Sunday 2 February, 2pm. Tickets $25 from box office or Ticket Direct.
Like our Facebook Page - NELSON SUMMER SHAKESPEARE to keep up with dates, mates, news and reviews.
Outdoor performances start at 6pm. Theatre Royal matinee 2pm
Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks Tribute
Friday 17th January 2020. $34pp, Dinner from 6pm, Show starts at 8pm, $35 2 course gourmet buffet
Landslide Show present an amazing night of the Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks. These guys are a full live band of New Zealand's best musicians bringing all the best from one of the longest enduring bands in history. Seating is limited to 50 diners only with standing room for General Admission customers to insure a large dance floor to get down on! Pre-sale tickets go on sale November 1st so why not get someone a great treat for Christmas!
The Playhouse Cafe, 171 Westdale Road, Mapua, Tickets from The Playhouse ph. 035402985.
Nelson 30th Annual Summer Kite Festival
Saturday 18th-Sunday 19th January 2020. Nelson 30th Annual Summer Kite Festival, Neale Park, Jan 18, 19th 2020. For the 30th festival both Sat and Sun will be public days. The Nelson festival is the start of the New Zealand Kite Tour 2020. Kitefliers from all over New Zealand and the world will fly their kite creations over Neale Park. The kite tour starts in Nelson, followed by Christchurch, Ashburton and Otaki.
Anyone wanting to help with the festival or donate please contact Ted Howard 021 238 6450. 12pm - 5pm, Neale Park, North Rd
Gypsy Pickers
Saturday 18th January 2020. Upbeat live music with the Gypsy Pickers and friendly service from the crew at the awesome Toad Hall Cafe Bar in Motueka. 6.30pm, Toad Hall Café, 502 High Street, Motueka, Ph. Toad Hall - 03-528 6456.
Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks Tribute
Saturday 18th January 2020. $34pp, Dinner from 6pm, Show starts at 8pm, $35 2 course gourmet buffet. Landslide Show present an amazing night of the Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks. These guys are a full live band of New Zealand's best musicians bringing all the best from one of the longest enduring bands in history. The Playhouse Cafe, 171 Westdale Road, Mapua, Tickets from The Playhouse ph. 035402985.
Summer Celebration Retro & Vintage Fair
Sunday 19th January 2020. Retro and vintage books, fabrics, haberdashery, tools, records, clothing, homewares, crockery, china, glassware and more. Up to twenty stalls. Tea, coffee and a snack available. Cash only. Free Entry. Public parking. 9 am to 3 pm, Stoke Memorial Hall, 548 Main Road Stoke
Ph. Lois 0274380807, retrovintagefair@gmail.com
Jazz on the Village Green
Sunday 19th January-Sunday 12th April 2020. Relax on the Village Green with live jazz brought to Founders by Nelson Jazz Club. Tickets only $2 per person on the door (Jazz will be in the Energy Centre if wet). Bring a picnic and enjoy the summer sounds. 1.30pm - 4.00pm, Founders Heritage Park, 87 Atawhai Drive, Nelson. Contact Ph. 03 548 2649, sarah.newman-watt@ncc.govt.nz
Teapot Summer School Choir – Choral Finale
19th January. Singing for Joy! The public finale celebrating the 20th anniversary of the 9-day Teapot Valley Choral Summer School.
It will send you home with a smile on your face and joy in your heart! http://www.teapotsummerschool.co.nz
Ticket prices (excluding service fees): $25 prior to the concert, $30 on the door. A merchant fee may be charged on credit and debit card transactions.
Cash and eftpos available for door sales at Nelson Centre of Musical Arts from 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday. Tickets also available through all Ticket Rocket outlets (Theatre Royal Nelson, Richmond Mall, Nelson, Motueka and Blenheim i-SITE etc.). Please contact Nelson Centre of Musical Arts if you require wheelchair seating on 03 548 9477 or music@ncma.nz.. 19 January, 2pm at NCMA, Nile Street, Nelson
Richmond Library: Author Talk – Robyn Prokop
Tuesday 21st January 2020. Local author Robyn Prokop will be visiting Richmond Library as a guest of the Richmond Writing Group.
Robyn is a fresh new voice in fantasy and adult fiction. Taelstone, the first book in the Stones of Azuri series, is Robyn’s exciting debut novel.
Join us to hear about Taelstone and Robyn’s life as a writer. After Robyn’s talk, you are invited to join the Richmond Writing Group for an optional hour of discussion or fun writing exercises from 2.00pm-3.00pm. Free. All welcome. Bookings not required.
1.00pm-2.00pm, Richmond Library, 280 Queen Street, Richmond. Contact Ph. 03 543 8500, library@tasman.govt.nz
Poets in the Park
Wednesday 22nd January 2020. READ A POEM, your own or one you love - SING A SONG, acoustic only - BRING A PICNIC TEA
COME AND LISTEN, you know you want to! 6pm start, Nelson Botanics. Ph. Gaelynne 0226376480, dialogue.gp@gmail.com
Art in the Park - Queens Gardens
Thursday 23rd January 2020. Join the CLM Events team for a morning of fun arts and crafts in the park at the stunning Queens Gardens in Nelson.
A variety of different art activities to try, see what you can create and take home or paint a rock and take it to your next local park for someone else to find!
Check out the Nelson Parks Programme Facebook Page on the morning of the event for our location in the park and for any event updates
11:00am - 12:00pm, Queens Gardens. Free Community Event. Contact Ph. 0272032337, crystalgaiger@clmnz.co.nz
Share Reading
Friday 24th January 2020. Unwind during the busy season by sitting back, listening to some great poetry and, if you like, join in the discussion.
At the Nightingale Library, Tahunanui, from 3:30pm. A free event, no bookings required. Contact: library@ncc.govt.nz
Sympathetic Resonance: Lunchtime Curator Tour
Friday 24th January 2020. Join our curator Sarah McClintock for a guided tour. The exhibition looks at the ways in which contemporary artists reject limitations placed on their practices. They eschew the labels of ‘painter’ or ‘sculptor’, the confines of time and space, and the restrictions of materials.
12.10pm, 208 Bridge Street, Nelson. Contact: info@thesuter.org.nz
Mako Road
Friday 24th January. 7.30PM- late, The Boathouse, Wakefield Quay, Nelson. Tickets $39 +BF
https://www.cosmicticketing.co.nz/event/show/5994?fbclid=IwAR3oBHN6uMLUKYIwvQVgVIfCTatvxpFuA0KPbQzzawnWwrD04KczcRutg5s
Formed while at the University of Canterbury, Mako Road is an indie pop-rock outfit from Christchurch, New Zealand. Beginning as a covers band playing at University events and parties, the 4 boys eventually developed their own sound influenced by a range of genres, leading them to release 3 singles in 2017, and their debut EP ‘The Green Superintendent’ in early 2018. They like genie pants, denim, turtle necks and dad sandals.
Pipes in the Park 2020
Sunday 26th January 2020. Exciting News! The City of Nelson Highland Pipe Band brings you Pipes in the Park again for its fourth year. The Celtic music and dance extravaganza is being held at the Fairfield House Meadow again on Sunday January 26th 2020 at 5.30pm. We have an exciting line up for performers this year including the full Pipe Band, as well as soloists, dancers and more. There will be traditional Scottish food, including shortbread, and haggis! Head over to our Facebook page for more updates and news on what else to expect! https://www.facebook.com/co...
$10 entry, kids free. Pay as you enter. This is a Cash Only event. Please bring a rug or low chair to sit on. 5.30-7.30 pm, Fairfield House, 48 Van Diemen Street (Upper Trafalgar Street), Nelson. Outdoors in the Meadow. Contact: cityofnelsonband@gmail.com
Nelson Buskers Festival - Buskers on Trafalgar
Thursday 30th January-Saturday 1st February 2020. Some of the best Buskers from around the world will entertain and amaze you in the very heart of Nelson. 10:30 - 2.30, Upper Trafalgar Street, Nelson. Pay What You Decide. Contact: Ph. 022 350 3130, nelsonbuskersfestival@gmail.com
Nelson Buskers Festival - Buskers at the Boathouse
Thursday 30th-Friday 31st January 2020. Join us for a cabaret night when the Buskers let down their hair for some serious hilarity. The inside show when anything might happen. Thursday 30 Jan 8pm. Friday 31 Jan 8.30pm. The Boathouse, 326 Wakefield Quay, Nelson. Presales $30, Door sales $37.50 (plus fees). Tickets from Ticket Direct. Contact: Ph. 022 350 3130, nelsonbuskersfestival@gmail.com
Adele, Madonna, and Crowded House Tribute Night
Friday 31st January 2020. $20, Dinner from 6pm, Show starts at 8pm, $40 2 course gourmet buffet.
Craig Allot and friends present an outrageous night of epic tunes from the world’s best! The first set is from one of the best song writers in the recent era, Adele. Then it's the 'Queen of Pop', Madonna! Followed by New Zealand's finest Crowded House. We round of the night a mix of the best of modern and classics. WHAT A NIGHT!!! Tickets will be limited so make sure you book ahead. Diners will be given preferential seating. The Playhouse Cafe, 171 Westdale Road, Mapua. All Ages. Tickets from The Playhouse ph. 035402985.
Nelson Chinese New Year Celebration
Saturday 25 January 2020 4:00pm – 8:00pm. Queens Gardens, NMIT and NSOM, Bridge & Hardy Street, Nelson.
All Ages Admission: Free
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/events/782072848957907/
The Year of Rat will start on 25th, January,2020. To embrace the Spring Festival ( and good fortune for the new year ), the Chinese community is organizing a traditional park Celebration at Queen’s Garden. There will be dragon dance, performance, traditional games for adults and kids (and prizes), Chinese tea and snacks, calligraphy and various cultural activities. Everyone is warmly welcome.
It is a free community event and we appreciate volunteers’ participation. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Aaron at Asia Food Store or Jingjing: jingjingjackson.nz@gmail.com.
Isel MarketEvery Thursday
This weekly family event is easily Nelson's hottest night market. Each Thursday you can indulge in the delicious cuisine from the street food carts, find some treasures from the craft stalls and listen to the always fabulous live music. 4.30pm till dark, Isel Park, 16 Hilliard Street, Stoke, Nelson.
Contact: iselmarket@gmail.com
Mercado Latino - Latin MarketFirst Friday of each month
Hola, Kia ora, Hello Amigos Nelsonians - Welcome to the 1st MERCADO LATINO (Latin Market) in Nelson
Multicultural Nelson Tasman, Kirby Lane (105 Bridge Street) and the Latin community of Nelson invites you to participate in this wonderful event on the 1st Friday of each month (until April) from 4pm to 9pm. To share and celebrate local Latin culture with hopes of creating unity in diversity.
Ph. 03 539 0030, info@multiculturalnt.co.nz
Summer Film FestivalFriday 27th December 2019-Sunday 9th February 2020
Presented at the Suter Theatre, State Cinemas Nelson brings you 6 weeks of films in the Summer Film Festival.
Take the chance to catch those films you missed during the year, or just want to see again.
We also throw in some great titles not yet released in Nelson.
Check us out on line or pick up a brochure from the State Cinemas or around town.
Suter Theatre, in the Suter Art Gallery Complex, 208 Bridge Street, Nelson
From $12 to $17.50. A small number of movies have an age restriction.
Tickets from State Cinemas and Suter Box Offices ph. 03 5483885 ext 1.
Motueka District Museum TrustFriday 1st November 2019-Saturday 31st October 2020
Motueka and District Museum specialises in local history with emphasis on productivity over the years of Tobacco, Horticulture, Forestry and more. The Motueka Historical Society also has local archives and a research room at the Museum.
Entry is by donation. Opening hours in summer are Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm and Sunday 10am to 2pm.
There is a major exhibition on the Fishing industry and running from November 2019 to June 2020.
Motueka Museum and Muses Café, 136-138 High Street Motueka
Al Fresco Summer Movies
13 Dec – Sat 25 January 2020
Gather a group, a picnic, contemplate a blow-up couch or a beanbag and join us from 7:30 pm to play giant board games, enjoy the park and watch the region's glorious summer sunsets. Wrap up warm - you could even wear your pyjamas or a onesie - and please pocket a torch to light your way home.
Various venues - movies usually start just after 9 pm. Full summer movie schedule is here: https://calendar.google.com...
If the weather is marginal on the night, please text 'Is it on?' to 021776623 after 7.30pm. Ph. 021590191, ncc.events@ncc.govt.nz
Tahuna Summer Sounds
Friday 10th-Friday 17th January 2020. Live music returns to Tahunanui Beach with local musicians performing across two different stages. Interactive beach-themed games and competitions complement the live music, with prizes up for grabs. Kick back, relax and enjoy the sounds of summer by the beach at this family-friendly festival. If wet, the events will be rescheduled to the next day (Sat 11 & Sat 18 Jan).
3pm - 9pm, Tahunanui Reserve, Bisley Walk, Tahunanui Contact ncc.events@ncc.govt.nz
Box of Birds
Motueka Public Library - Tues 21st Jan, 10.30am Takaka Memorial Library - Weds 22 Jan 1pm
Award-winning theatre company Birdlife Productions, are touring local libraries in January 2020, with a gorgeous new puppet show called 'Box of Birds'
Designed specifically for 3 to 5 years and including live music and interactive songs and the magical wonder of puppetry, the story follows Peter and his Grandma who build a nesting box for Ruru – but Peter must be patient and wait to discover who will eventually nest in his Box of Birds? The bird characters are familiar New Zealand locals and the story introduces young children to the idea of supporting ngā manu and the different needs they may have. This tour has been made possible with help from the Nelson City Creative Communities scheme.
Contact: Bridget Sanders www.birdlifeproductions.co.nz www.facebook.com/BirdlifeProductions
Christof van der Ven and Jed Parsons
Thursday 16th January 2020. Time- 7.30 pm till late
Tickets- $30 via https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/gig/69260/Christof-Van-Der-Ven-and-Jed-Parsons.utr?fbclid=IwAR2neW5DdOkFSdpFHu2SvGgPPR6jDlstaaP6qiez9aJzekVAuz4mN-b6kz8
Christof van der Ven (UK) and Jed Parsons (NZ) join forces from opposite sides of the globe to bring the ‘Together At Last’ tour to every corner of New Zealand. Somehow finding time between his busy touring schedule as a member of leading UK band Bear’s Den, and his own solo shows playing alongside the likes of Bon Iver and The Staves, Christof van der Ven is bringing his alternative folk all the way down to NZ. He joins 2018 IMNZ Debut Release of the Year nominee Jed Parsons, who, in his relatively short indie-pop career, is already settling into the dizzying heights of people saying “oh yeah, I think I’ve heard him before”.
Since having both released their debut albums in 2018, between them Christof and Jed have clocked up over 10 million streams online, toured to all corners of the world and played at major festivals - Jed having appeared on stage at Auckland City Limits and Electric Avenue; Christof at Glastonbury among many others.
Throughout January, they will play 14 shows across the country from secret house concerts to popular venues and festivals. Jed Parsons is promoting his brand new single ‘Playstation & Porn (releasing on January 24th), while Christof van der Ven continues to tour his latest incredible album ‘You Were The Place’ released in 2019. Together At Last, they will melt hearts.
The Boathouse, 326 Wakefield Quay, Nelson, promo@theboathousenelson.co.nz
Nelson Summer Shakespeare - Romeo & Juliet
Thursday 16th January-Sunday 2nd February 2020 - Nelson Summer Shakespeare returns with the greatest love story. Professional performances at outdoor venues across Nelson and Tasman. Bring a picnic and relax. Food also available to purchase.
Fairfield House, Nelson January 16,17,18, 19 & 21, 22, 23, 24
Riverside Community Oval, Motueka January 25 & 26
Washbourn Gardens, Richmond January 29 & 30
Isel Park, Stoke January 31 & February 1
Ticket price is a "Pay what you decide" scheme.
PLUS - One very special seated performance, indoors at Nelson's Theatre Royal - Sunday 2 February, 2pm. Tickets $25 from box office or Ticket Direct.
Like our Facebook Page - NELSON SUMMER SHAKESPEARE to keep up with dates, mates, news and reviews.
Outdoor performances start at 6pm. Theatre Royal matinee 2pm
Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks Tribute
Friday 17th January 2020. $34pp, Dinner from 6pm, Show starts at 8pm, $35 2 course gourmet buffet
Landslide Show present an amazing night of the Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks. These guys are a full live band of New Zealand's best musicians bringing all the best from one of the longest enduring bands in history. Seating is limited to 50 diners only with standing room for General Admission customers to insure a large dance floor to get down on! Pre-sale tickets go on sale November 1st so why not get someone a great treat for Christmas!
The Playhouse Cafe, 171 Westdale Road, Mapua, Tickets from The Playhouse ph. 035402985.
Nelson 30th Annual Summer Kite Festival
Saturday 18th-Sunday 19th January 2020. Nelson 30th Annual Summer Kite Festival, Neale Park, Jan 18, 19th 2020. For the 30th festival both Sat and Sun will be public days. The Nelson festival is the start of the New Zealand Kite Tour 2020. Kitefliers from all over New Zealand and the world will fly their kite creations over Neale Park. The kite tour starts in Nelson, followed by Christchurch, Ashburton and Otaki.
Anyone wanting to help with the festival or donate please contact Ted Howard 021 238 6450. 12pm - 5pm, Neale Park, North Rd
Gypsy Pickers
Saturday 18th January 2020. Upbeat live music with the Gypsy Pickers and friendly service from the crew at the awesome Toad Hall Cafe Bar in Motueka. 6.30pm, Toad Hall Café, 502 High Street, Motueka, Ph. Toad Hall - 03-528 6456.
Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks Tribute
Saturday 18th January 2020. $34pp, Dinner from 6pm, Show starts at 8pm, $35 2 course gourmet buffet. Landslide Show present an amazing night of the Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks. These guys are a full live band of New Zealand's best musicians bringing all the best from one of the longest enduring bands in history. The Playhouse Cafe, 171 Westdale Road, Mapua, Tickets from The Playhouse ph. 035402985.
Summer Celebration Retro & Vintage Fair
Sunday 19th January 2020. Retro and vintage books, fabrics, haberdashery, tools, records, clothing, homewares, crockery, china, glassware and more. Up to twenty stalls. Tea, coffee and a snack available. Cash only. Free Entry. Public parking. 9 am to 3 pm, Stoke Memorial Hall, 548 Main Road Stoke
Ph. Lois 0274380807, retrovintagefair@gmail.com
Jazz on the Village Green
Sunday 19th January-Sunday 12th April 2020. Relax on the Village Green with live jazz brought to Founders by Nelson Jazz Club. Tickets only $2 per person on the door (Jazz will be in the Energy Centre if wet). Bring a picnic and enjoy the summer sounds. 1.30pm - 4.00pm, Founders Heritage Park, 87 Atawhai Drive, Nelson. Contact Ph. 03 548 2649, sarah.newman-watt@ncc.govt.nz
Teapot Summer School Choir – Choral Finale
19th January. Singing for Joy! The public finale celebrating the 20th anniversary of the 9-day Teapot Valley Choral Summer School.
It will send you home with a smile on your face and joy in your heart! http://www.teapotsummerschool.co.nz
Ticket prices (excluding service fees): $25 prior to the concert, $30 on the door. A merchant fee may be charged on credit and debit card transactions.
Cash and eftpos available for door sales at Nelson Centre of Musical Arts from 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday. Tickets also available through all Ticket Rocket outlets (Theatre Royal Nelson, Richmond Mall, Nelson, Motueka and Blenheim i-SITE etc.). Please contact Nelson Centre of Musical Arts if you require wheelchair seating on 03 548 9477 or music@ncma.nz.. 19 January, 2pm at NCMA, Nile Street, Nelson
Richmond Library: Author Talk – Robyn Prokop
Tuesday 21st January 2020. Local author Robyn Prokop will be visiting Richmond Library as a guest of the Richmond Writing Group.
Robyn is a fresh new voice in fantasy and adult fiction. Taelstone, the first book in the Stones of Azuri series, is Robyn’s exciting debut novel.
Join us to hear about Taelstone and Robyn’s life as a writer. After Robyn’s talk, you are invited to join the Richmond Writing Group for an optional hour of discussion or fun writing exercises from 2.00pm-3.00pm. Free. All welcome. Bookings not required.
1.00pm-2.00pm, Richmond Library, 280 Queen Street, Richmond. Contact Ph. 03 543 8500, library@tasman.govt.nz
Poets in the Park
Wednesday 22nd January 2020. READ A POEM, your own or one you love - SING A SONG, acoustic only - BRING A PICNIC TEA
COME AND LISTEN, you know you want to! 6pm start, Nelson Botanics. Ph. Gaelynne 0226376480, dialogue.gp@gmail.com
Art in the Park - Queens Gardens
Thursday 23rd January 2020. Join the CLM Events team for a morning of fun arts and crafts in the park at the stunning Queens Gardens in Nelson.
A variety of different art activities to try, see what you can create and take home or paint a rock and take it to your next local park for someone else to find!
Check out the Nelson Parks Programme Facebook Page on the morning of the event for our location in the park and for any event updates
11:00am - 12:00pm, Queens Gardens. Free Community Event. Contact Ph. 0272032337, crystalgaiger@clmnz.co.nz
Share Reading
Friday 24th January 2020. Unwind during the busy season by sitting back, listening to some great poetry and, if you like, join in the discussion.
At the Nightingale Library, Tahunanui, from 3:30pm. A free event, no bookings required. Contact: library@ncc.govt.nz
Sympathetic Resonance: Lunchtime Curator Tour
Friday 24th January 2020. Join our curator Sarah McClintock for a guided tour. The exhibition looks at the ways in which contemporary artists reject limitations placed on their practices. They eschew the labels of ‘painter’ or ‘sculptor’, the confines of time and space, and the restrictions of materials.
12.10pm, 208 Bridge Street, Nelson. Contact: info@thesuter.org.nz
Mako Road
Friday 24th January. 7.30PM- late, The Boathouse, Wakefield Quay, Nelson. Tickets $39 +BF
https://www.cosmicticketing.co.nz/event/show/5994?fbclid=IwAR3oBHN6uMLUKYIwvQVgVIfCTatvxpFuA0KPbQzzawnWwrD04KczcRutg5s
Formed while at the University of Canterbury, Mako Road is an indie pop-rock outfit from Christchurch, New Zealand. Beginning as a covers band playing at University events and parties, the 4 boys eventually developed their own sound influenced by a range of genres, leading them to release 3 singles in 2017, and their debut EP ‘The Green Superintendent’ in early 2018. They like genie pants, denim, turtle necks and dad sandals.
Pipes in the Park 2020
Sunday 26th January 2020. Exciting News! The City of Nelson Highland Pipe Band brings you Pipes in the Park again for its fourth year. The Celtic music and dance extravaganza is being held at the Fairfield House Meadow again on Sunday January 26th 2020 at 5.30pm. We have an exciting line up for performers this year including the full Pipe Band, as well as soloists, dancers and more. There will be traditional Scottish food, including shortbread, and haggis! Head over to our Facebook page for more updates and news on what else to expect! https://www.facebook.com/co...
$10 entry, kids free. Pay as you enter. This is a Cash Only event. Please bring a rug or low chair to sit on. 5.30-7.30 pm, Fairfield House, 48 Van Diemen Street (Upper Trafalgar Street), Nelson. Outdoors in the Meadow. Contact: cityofnelsonband@gmail.com
Nelson Buskers Festival - Buskers on Trafalgar
Thursday 30th January-Saturday 1st February 2020. Some of the best Buskers from around the world will entertain and amaze you in the very heart of Nelson. 10:30 - 2.30, Upper Trafalgar Street, Nelson. Pay What You Decide. Contact: Ph. 022 350 3130, nelsonbuskersfestival@gmail.com
Nelson Buskers Festival - Buskers at the Boathouse
Thursday 30th-Friday 31st January 2020. Join us for a cabaret night when the Buskers let down their hair for some serious hilarity. The inside show when anything might happen. Thursday 30 Jan 8pm. Friday 31 Jan 8.30pm. The Boathouse, 326 Wakefield Quay, Nelson. Presales $30, Door sales $37.50 (plus fees). Tickets from Ticket Direct. Contact: Ph. 022 350 3130, nelsonbuskersfestival@gmail.com
Adele, Madonna, and Crowded House Tribute Night
Friday 31st January 2020. $20, Dinner from 6pm, Show starts at 8pm, $40 2 course gourmet buffet.
Craig Allot and friends present an outrageous night of epic tunes from the world’s best! The first set is from one of the best song writers in the recent era, Adele. Then it's the 'Queen of Pop', Madonna! Followed by New Zealand's finest Crowded House. We round of the night a mix of the best of modern and classics. WHAT A NIGHT!!! Tickets will be limited so make sure you book ahead. Diners will be given preferential seating. The Playhouse Cafe, 171 Westdale Road, Mapua. All Ages. Tickets from The Playhouse ph. 035402985.
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Arts Council Nelson
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Arts Council Nelson
3 Halifax St, Nelson PO Box 566, Nelson. 7040 Community Arts Manager: Lloyd Harwood or ACN Administrator: Heidi Lucas P: +64 (3) 548 4640 E: artscouncilnelson@paradise.net.nz Lloyd Harwood Mob: 027 326 9166 |
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2017 Arts Council Nelson
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