Hou Rongo: Moriori, Music and Manawa
Dec
3
to 1 Mar

Hou Rongo: Moriori, Music and Manawa

A multi-sensory experience

Immerse yourself in Hou Rongo: Moriori, Music and Manawa, a multisensory experience celebrating the culture of New Zealand’s indigenous Moriori people. Blending ancient wisdom with innovative technology, Hou Rongo transports visitors to Rēkohu (the Chatham Islands), amid the realms of the etchu (deities).

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International Rubery Book Award
Dec
5
to 31 Mar

International Rubery Book Award

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.

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Summer Movies Al Fresco in Nelson
Jan
16
to 27 Feb

Summer Movies Al Fresco in Nelson

Warm evenings. Big screens. Classic films under open skies. This summer’s outdoor movie programme is rolling through parks and neighborhood's across Whakatū.

For the full schedule of films, visit the Summer Movies Facebook page here.

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Introductory Jewellery Making Workshop
Jan
24
to 21 Feb

Introductory Jewellery Making Workshop

This course will introduce you to the basics of jewellery making so you can begin to create pieces such as rings, earrings, and pendants. You’ll explore a range of techniques in a fun and friendly workshop environment.

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The Dog's Bone FIRST Birthday
Dec
6
to 7 Dec

The Dog's Bone FIRST Birthday

Your favourite alternative space for art, music, comedy and more is turning ONE. The Dog's Bone has been churning out beers and burgers for 365 days and on December 6th they will be churning out some BANGERS too. A back to back DJ set from Kennedy (DAU Records) and Serpico (F'n'S/Minuit) - playing hot and funky house. Joined by Amez slicing up her keyboard LIVE with ninja precision and Kyla delivering freestyle vocals and vibes - the icing on the birthday cake! The ladies of the house are fired up to slay this one. No warm ups - no fillers - the gang of four will be rolling peak time from 9PM till close. Come and celebrate this most awesome addition to our little city! $20 presale tickets at HumaniTix and on the door it's $25 (The DB has a very limited capacity so you might wanna get your tickets pretty quick)

https://events.humanitix.com/the-dogs-bones-birthday-first-birthday-with-the-dau-crew

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Lisa Chandler: What Remains - exhibition opening
Dec
6

Lisa Chandler: What Remains - exhibition opening

Join us to celebrate the opening of 'What Remains' — a powerful new exhibition by Ruby Bay artist Lisa Chandler.

  Saturday 6 December, 5.30pm
  The Suter Art Gallery

RSVP Essential.

About the exhibition:
Artist Lisa Chandler continues her exploration of loss and human connection in What Remains. Her paintings echo recent global events — from disasters and conflict to the empathy and care that emerge in times of crisis.

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Making The Cut
Nov
14

Making The Cut

Aled is a furniture designer from Wales. He has over 40 years experience in designing and making furniture and products for private, corporate and education institutions in the UK and the USA.

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Jazz Jam Nights
Nov
6

Jazz Jam Nights

JAZZ JAM NIGHTS

GUEST BANDS

PERFORM FOR AN HOUR FOLLOWED BY A JAM SESSION

Jazz Jam Nights at The Barn

The Honest Lawyer, Monaco, Nelson
Thu 6 Nov 2025 & Thu 4 Dec 2025.

7:00pm-9:30pm.

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EMBARGOED RELEASE
Sept
23
to 24 Sept

EMBARGOED RELEASE

Whakatū Nelson, 23 September – Cultural Conversations is proud to announce the upcoming launch of Their Arts Journey, an exciting new online Arts Directory that celebrates and amplifies the voices of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour) artists across the Nelson Tasman region that are often found outside the mainstream.

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Nick Hyde
Sept
5
to 6 Sept

Nick Hyde

Nick Hyde - Epic Tour

The Boathouse - 5th September
Chanel Arts Centre, Motueka - 6th September

Tickets available through Eventfinda

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Kōpū Exhibition
Aug
12
to 12 Sept

Kōpū Exhibition

We’re transforming how Whakatū Nelson City looks, feels, and tells its story. Whakatū is ready for a future where our public spaces reflect the richness of our cultural identity, a deeper connection to place and foster a shared sense of belonging....

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