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Summer Events in Nelson

This summer, the Nelson Tasman region is once again hosting a fantastic line up of events with many firm favourites back again, some in a slightly different format or venue to allow for COVID-19 requirements.

From sports and family-friendly outdoor events to world-class music, arts and entertainment, if you're in Nelson or Tasman this summer, there will be something you'll want to see.

The popular Summer Events Guide will be distributed into Nelson Tasman letterboxes the first week of December 2021, and will be available on the below link from that time.

Download the 2021-22 Summer Events Guide (delivered into Nelson and Tasman letterboxes from 1 December 2021).

  • Nelson Opera in the Park 2022

    A stellar lineup at this summer's Opera in the Park including Stan Walker performing with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra. Some of the best New Zealand opera and contemporary singers combine to make a wonderful night of music for the whole family under the stars on a summer evening.

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  • Lantern Celebration Summer Event Nelson

    Tāhuna Summer Beach Bus

    If you’re heading to the beach this summer, include a ride around the coastline on the double-decker Tāhuna Summer Beach Bus for something a little different.

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  • Umbrella Market

    A market is fun way to buy and sell bargains but why should adults have all the fun?  This market has been designed for anyone under 17 to get involved in, postponed from pre-Christmas. 

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  • Sounds by the Sea

    What a great event, on such a balmy summer's evening!  Hope to see you next year for more Sounds by the Sea.

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  • Summer Movies al Fresco

    We managed to have 13 screenings of this season's scheduled 19 before we had to cancel due to tighter COVID restrictions.  Thanks to everyone who came on the warm summer evenings.  See you next summer.

     

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  • Nelson Buskers Festival

    Sadly this year's Nelson Buskers Festival has been cancelled due to COVID restrictions.  Next year!

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  • Teddy Bears' Picnic

    It was really lovely to see so many teddy bears and their people celebrating summer at the Teddy Bears' Picnic.  See you all next year!

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