The Rubery Book Award is now open for submissions! An internationally recognised prize celebrating outstanding work from independent authors and small presses, the Award offers a powerful platform for writers seeking global visibility.

Powerful artworks celebrating Māori identity, strength, and storytelling through mātauranga and intergenerational narratives.

Six Nelson city cabinets have been selected for murals at this latest round. Keen to go for it? Send us your design ideas by Closing date 2nd March 2026.

A beautiful summer textile installation to brighten up our CBD by Heidi Lucas in collaboration with over 100 members of our community.

Nelson City Council is exploring opportunities to incorporate Toi Māori creative designs in the form of concrete etching along the Promenade.

Pop in and out anytime. Experience traditional Chinese arts—paper cutting, lantern making, calligraphy, head massage, and folk songs.

Exhibition opening March 4th 5.30 - 7pm. Suter Art Society 's Mckee Gallery. Located within The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatu, 208 Bridge St – Nelson

Grants available for projects planned between mid-April - mid-August 2026….

March 12, 7 pm and March 15, 6 pm  

Nelson’s own Tom Rainey is returning home in March to play two concerts with fellow international jazz musicians and Grammy Award Nominees Maggie Gould and Nanny Assis….

Indian Block Printing Workshop - Presented by Experience India

Learn the arts origin, growth, techniques and its uniqueness!

Mapua Community Hall. Sunday 15 February. Two sessions to choose from.