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YOUR GUIDE TO EVENTS IN THE NELSON TASMAN REGION November – April
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Photo © Chocolate Dog Photography
WELCOME TO SUMMER
Nau mai haere mai, welcome. or packing a hamper of goodies for an
evening under the stars at Summer Movies
Summer in the Nelson Tasman region is Al Fresco. And then there’s the Nelson
a special time of year for us all. We can Buskers Festival – live street performance
look forward to endless hours of sunshine at its best – and much, much more.
which, with our stunning natural landscape,
provide the perfect backdrop for the Every summer, Nelson City Council and
summertime entertainment and activities Tasman District Council produce this guide
we’ve got lined up for this year’s Summer with the generous support of our sponsors,
Events programme. to promote the fun (and usually free)
events and attractions to entertain you
The programme is packed with great and your family.
reasons to be in the Top of the South over the
holiday season for locals and visitors alike. Keep it, use it and enjoy!
Many of our favourite events from previous
years are back – who doesn’t love taking Nelson Mayor Rachel Reese
the little ones to the Teddy Bears’ Picnic, Tasman Mayor Richard Kempthorne
SUPPORTED BY
Cover photo © Tim Cuff
IMPORTANT NOTICE: In order to manage risks and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements for upcoming summer
events, the Councils require all people attending to follow all instructions and rules (including signage) given to them for the particular
event. In addition, you must at all times take all reasonably practicable steps to ensure both your own and your family’s health and
safety and that you do not do anything to adversely affect the health and safety of others. People under the age of 13 must have parental
supervision. At the time of printing, every effort has been made to ensure that the details in this Summer Events Guide are correct.
For up-to-date event information, go to www.itson.co.nz.
Summer events
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in our region
Onekaka
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Tata Beach
Te Waikoropupu-
Springs Takaka
Canaan Downs
Marahau
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Kaiteriteri
Riwaka
Motueka
Tasman
Tahunanui
Beach
Mapua NELSON CITY
Upper
Moutere
Stoke
RICHMOND
Tapawera Brightwater
Wakefield
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DRIVING TIMES
Nelson to Takaka
104km, 1 hour 46 minutes
Nelson to Murchison
124km, 1 hour 39 minutes
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Murchison
Christmas Parades
PAK'n SAVE Richmond
Events Santa Parade
Sun 25 Nov, 12 –2pm // Queen Street,
Richmond // FREE
New World Starlight
Carols Christmas Parade
Fri 30 Nov, parade 7pm, entertainment
Carols in the Park from 5pm // High Street, Motueka // FREE
Fri 7 Dec, 5 – 8pm // Brightwater
Domain // FREE Nelson Santa Parade
Sun 2 Dec, 11am // Trafalgar Street,
CAROLS ON THE GREEn Nelson // FREE
Sun 16 Dec, 6.30 – 7.30pm //
Broadgreen House gardens, Stoke // FREE Golden Bay Santa Parade
Sat 15 Dec, 10am – 1pm // Commercial
Carols by Candlelight Street, Takaka // FREE
Sun 23 Dec, entertainment from 6.30pm,
carols 8pm // Washbourn Gardens,
Richmond // FREE
Cathedral Festival of
Carols on the Green Christmas Trees
Mon 24 Dec, 7.30pm // Village Green, Tue 27 Nov – Thu 24 Jan, 8.30am – 5pm //
Commercial Street, Takaka // FREE Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson // FREE
CAROLS ON THE CATHEDRAL STEPS Country Christmas Market
Mon 24 Dec, 8.45pm // Church Steps, Sat 1 Dec, 11am – 3pm // Moutere Hills
Top of Trafalgar Street, Nelson // FREE Community Centre, Upper Moutere // FREE
Richmond Community
Christmas Dinner
Tue 25 Dec, 11.30am // Richmond
Primary School Hall // Koha
Tickets available from Monday 3 December.
Register and collect your tickets from
Richmond Mall, Age Concern or Holy
Trinity Anglican Church.
4 For more information visit www.itson.co.nz
Photos © Tim Cuff
LANTERN CELEBRATION
& workshops
NEW! LANTERN MAKING Course THE LANTERN CELEBRATION
Sat 1 Dec or Sat 8 Dec, 10am – 2pm // Theme: Invention & Imagination
Community Art Works, 81 Achilles Avenue, Sat 15 Dec, 7 – 10pm (rain date Sun
Nelson // $20 per person + booking fees 16 Dec) // Centre of New Zealand
In this four-hour workshop, you will work (Botanical Reserve), Nelson // FREE
with skilled craftspeople to create a very The celebrations begin as you make
special lantern to bring to this year’s your way up the hill to the Centre of
Lantern Celebration. Numbers limited, New Zealand. Along the track you
early booking recommended. Book at will discover inventive installations
www.eventfinda.co.nz. and imaginative performances.
All materials supplied. Once at the top of the hill, listen to
some groovy music, get your face
painted and watch the sun slowly set.
Then it’s time to trail back down the hill,
enjoying the UV light show. Use your
lanterns to help light your way, bringing
to life the wonders that the night offers.
Get creating and make yourself a
homemade lantern. Remember to use a
battery-powered light to avoid fire risk.
Bring a picnic, light source and warm
clothing. Children under 13 must be
supervised by an adult.
Stay for The movie!
Join us at the Botanical Reserve after
the Lantern Celebration for the totally
adorable family movie, Miracle on 34th
Street (1947, G, 96 mins). See page 9.
THIS IS A ZERO WASTE EVENT.
For more information visit www.itson.co.nz 5
Children's
Events
TEDDY BEARS' PICNIC
Sun 6 Jan, 11am – 1.30pm //
Isel Park, Stoke // FREE
The Teddy Bears are getting excited
about lunch in the park, with an
afternoon of unbearably funny
games, entertainment, activities and
amusements on offer for young and
old teddies to sink their claws into.
Cancelled if wet. Check the ‘Summer in
Nelson’ Facebook page for updates.
“Teddy Bears are like keys... They’re
always in the first place you think they’d
be, and the last place you look.” Garfield
PLEASE PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT
AND KEEP OUR PARKS BEAUTIFUL! New World Teddy BearS' Picnic
Sun 27 Jan, 10am – 1pm // Decks Reserve,
Wallace Street, Motueka // FREE
Bring your teddy and a picnic lunch along
to Decks Reserve for some face painting,
art, giant games, balloons and more.
Children's Day
Sun 3 Mar, 10am – 2pm // Richmond
Aquatic Centre // Gold coin entry into
the pools, other activities FREE
Enjoy the fun-filled pools for a gold coin
or the outdoor activities including bouncy
castles, balloon twisting, live music,
obstacle courses and more. Bring your
bike for the biking challenges, a picnic,
water bottle and sun protection.
6 For more information visit www.itson.co.nz
NEW YEAR'S EVE
COUNTDOWN
NEW YEAR'S EVE COUNTDOWN Come along with family and friends to the
top of Trafalgar Street, where live bands
Mon 31 Dec, 8pm – 12.30am // set the scene for celebration.
Upper Trafalgar Street, Nelson // FREE
Nelson’s central city New Year’s Eve Kicking off at 8pm, popular Nelson
Countdown is a great place to dance bands Immigrants and Zorn will lead and
your way into 2019! tease out the vibe of good feeling before
headline act Blue River Baby Band – a
powerhouse six-piece originals act from
Wellington – takes the stage with an
energetic explosion of soul, psychedelic
rock, R&B, funk and ska.
This is a family-friendly event,
with fireworks after the countdown.
Go to www.nelsonsummer.nz for more
details of the evening’s entertainment.
Ivy – Blue River Baby Band
PLEASE NOTE: Public streets are alcohol-
free. There will be zero tolerance for
alcohol and underage drinking.
For more information visit www.itson.co.nz 7
Movies
Summer Oliver!
Movies 1968 // G // 153 mins
This musical version of Charles Dickens’
classic novel stars Mark Lester as Oliver, an
orphan who runs away from the Workhouse.
Al Fresco On his journey through Victorian London
and, by chance, back to his family, he meets
a variety of lively characters, some helpful,
some more villainous.
Fri 14 Dec – Sun 27 Jan (not every day, The Taming of the Shrew
please check schedule carefully) // 9 – 11pm 1967 // G // 122 mins
(movie starts at dusk) // Adult $2, child $1
The story of taming the ‘shrew’ in order
The Summer Movies begin in December to win the younger sister has been told in
this year with four pre-Christmas various forms over the years, for example
screenings, including the totally adorable in Kiss Me Kate and 10 Things I Hate About
family movie Miracle on 34th Street at You. In this stunning Franco Zeffirelli film
the Botanical Reserve on the night of adaptation it is played classically and
The Lantern Celebration! (See page 5.) true to Shakespeare’s original play,
With the intention of making the with truly powerful performances by
Summer Movies more accessible to a Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.
wider audience, some screenings will
be shown with English subtitles turned on
(see listings marked S on the schedule).
All parks have flat, grassy surfaces and
accessible toilets, except Fairfield Park
and the Motueka Saltwater Baths.
Come and see a musical, a drama, a dark
comedy, a Shakespeare, a Christmas movie
and, of course, a famous dog! Gather a
group, a picnic, contemplate a blow-up
couch and join us from 7.30pm to play giant
board games, enjoy the park and watch
the region’s glorious summer sunsets.
Movies will not screen if it is raining. If the
weather is marginal on the night, please
text ‘Is it on?’ to 021 776 623 after 7.30pm.
www.nelsonsummer.nz
PLEASE PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT
AND KEEP OUR PARKS BEAUTIFUL!
8 For more information visit www.itson.co.nz
The Dawn Patrol ScheduLe
1938 // PG // 103 mins
Set during World War I, this moving, Fri 14 Dec // Courage of Lassie
sometimes comic, drama examines the
Isel Park, Stoke
futility of war, focusing on a division of
the Royal Flying Corps with an appallingly Sat 15 Dec // Miracle on 34th Street S
high casualty rate and the impact of
Botanical Reserve, Nelson
this on the behaviour of members of
the squadron. Stars Errol Flynn, Basil Fri 21 Dec // Miracle on 34th Street
Rathbone and David Niven.
Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Courage of Lassie Sat 22 Dec // Oliver!
1946 // G // 92 mins Fairfield Park, Nelson
Kathie (Elizabeth Taylor) nurses a dog
Fri 11 Jan // The Taming of the Shrew S
she names Bill (played by Lassie) back to
health after he is injured, and they become Isel Park, Stoke
close friends. They are separated and he is
sent to be trained as an army dog, proving
Sat 12 Jan // Dr. Strangelove
himself in battle but becoming shell- Fairfield Park, Nelson
shocked. Will he find his way back home?
Sun 13 Jan // Courage of Lassie S
Founders Heritage Park, Nelson
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to
Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb Thu 17 Jan // The Dawn Patrol
1964 // PG // 95 mins Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Written and directed by Stanley Kubrick,
Fri 18 Jan // Miracle on 34th Street S
this Cold War-era dark comedy stars
Peter Sellers in three different roles. Isel Park, Stoke
As the US ‘war room’ tries to avert the
Sat 19 Jan // The Taming of the Shrew
disaster of a nuclear attack begun by
a mad US general, we get an insight Fairfield Park, Nelson
into the ridiculousness of the strategy
of peace through nuclear build up.
Sun 20 Jan // Courage of Lassie
Saltwater Baths, Motueka
Miracle on 34th Street Wed 23 Jan // Dr. Strangelove
1947 // G // 96 mins Jester House, Tasman
A truly wonderful family Christmas movie
where realist Doris Walker (Maureen Thu 24 Jan // Oliver! S
O’Hara) and her daughter Susan (Natalie Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Wood), who don’t believe in fairy tales,
are forced to re-examine their beliefs Fri 25 Jan // The Dawn Patrol S
when they meet a man who claims to Founders Heritage Park, Nelson
be the real Santa Claus.
Sat 26 Jan // Courage of Lassie
Fairfield Park, Nelson
Sun 27 Jan // The Taming of the Shrew S
Village Green, Takaka
For more information visit www.itson.co.nz 9
Photo © Tim Cuff
NELSON BUSKERS FESTIVAL
THU 31 Jan _ Sun 3 Feb
Nelson Buskers Festival brings
street performers to our vibrant city
for four days of extraordinary shows.
Buskers from Canada, Germany,
Japan and New Zealand come to
Nelson to amaze and entrance with
aerial acrobatics, contortion archery,
breakdancing and basketball freestyling,
acrobatics, juggling and comedy.
Trafalgar Street and Church Steps
events are family-friendly and free
to attend, though bring some cash
to show your appreciation for the
amazing skills of these talented and
hard-working performers.
The Silver Starlets
10 For more information visit www.itson.co.nzBUSKERS ON TRAFALGAR
Thu 31 Jan & Fri 1 Feb, 11am – 2.30pm //
Sat 2 Feb, 10.30am – 2pm // Top of
Trafalgar Street, Nelson // Koha
The top of Trafalgar Street comes alive
with buskers from all over the world. Join
us for some hilarious, weird, eye-opening,
gravity-defying acts in the heart of the city.
An irresistible summer-fun combination of
extraordinary and family-friendly street
performances, lots of refreshment options
from the local cafés and our beautiful
central city. Bring a sun hat!
BUSKERS AT THE BOATHOUSE _
For the more adventurous! R18
Thu 31 Jan, 8pm & Fri 1 Feb, 8.30pm //
The Boathouse, 326 Wakefield Quay,
Nelson // Pre-sales $30; Door sales
$37.50 (plus TicketDirect service fee)
Join us for a cabaret night when the
buskers let down their hair for some S ar a Twi s ter
serious hilarity. We dare you to sit at the
front – who knows what might happen!
Restricted to adults only (R18) –
some content might offend.
BUSKERS ON THE CHURCH STEPS
Sat 2 & Sun 3 Feb, 6pm // Church Steps,
Tickets on sale at www.ticketdirect.co.nz Top of Trafalgar Street, Nelson // Koha
or from Theatre Royal Nelson, phone
Two stunning evening variety shows for
03 548 3840 (ext. 2), Nelson i-SITE,
the whole family. Bring sun hats, blankets
Richmond Mall and TicketDirect outlets.
and cushions and enjoy a night of crazy
and delightful entertainment. Delicious
food available from onsite stalls, and
remember to save some cash for the
talented performers!
www.nelsonsummer.nz
FOLLOW AND LIKE THE ‘NELSON BUSKERS
FESTIVAL’ FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE LATEST
UPDATES ON ACTS, ALTERNATIVE WET
WEATHER VENUES, ETC.
Hero San
For more information visit www.itson.co.nz 11Higgins Heritage Park Steam
COmmunity Museum & Craft Fair
Wed 2 Jan, 9am – 3pm // Higgins
& Culture Heritage Park, Wakefield // Koha
Our theme for the day is polka dots!
Enjoy this ‘family’ of museums packed
into one location with a large variety
of exhibits, plus a craft fair with local
entertainers, scrumptious food and a
Motueka A & P Show fantastic array of local and regional
Fri 30 Nov – Sun 2 Dec // Fri – Sun, craft stalls. Plenty of parking available.
equestrian events; Sun 10am – 4pm,
Show Day // Marchwood Park, Motueka // Nelson Jazz festival
$5 per person, children in car seat FREE
Wed 2 Jan – Fri 5 Jan // Various locations
Family event full of fun and entertainment,
from fair rides to skilled equestrian events Three days of outstanding jazz played at
and local competitions, there is something some of the most beautiful locations around
for everyone. Nelson and Richmond, including street
performances, indoor and outdoor venues,
and afternoon and evening concerts.
Richmond Market Day
Fri 28 Dec, 9am – 3pm // Sundial Square, Bay Dreams
Queen Street, Richmond // FREE
Fri 4 Jan, 11am – 11.30pm //
Shopping, fun, and entertainment for all Trafalgar Park, Nelson // Sold out
the family at the biggest market in the
top of the south! Market stalls are joined A music festival with a serious line-up!
by balloon twisters, face painting, bouncy
castle, stiltwalkers, magicians and more Golden Bay A & P Show
to entertain.
Sat 19 Jan, 8am – 5pm // Golden Bay
Recreation Park, Takaka // Pre-show
Wakefield Country Fete ticket $10, gate sales $15, under 15 FREE
Wed 2 Jan, 9am – 2.30pm // Wakefield A true country, family-friendly show!
Village Hall & Green // FREE Get up close to the animals, horse
The oldest annual craft and food market in riders, choppers and shearers. Stunning
the region. This year’s theme is steampunk displays of baking, flowers, handcrafts
so dress to impress the judges. and photography, a huge array of
trade stands, plus amusement rides, an
entertainment hub and children’s play
area. And don’t forget the grand
parade early afternoon.
12 For more information visit www.itson.co.nzNelson Summer Kite Festival
Sun 20 Jan, 12 – 4.30pm // Neale Park,
Nelson // Gold coin donation
Once again the skies over Neale Park will
fill with amazing kite creations for the
28th annual Nelson Summer Kite Festival.
Jazz on the Village Green
Most Sundays from 20 Jan – 24 Mar,
1.30 – 4pm // Founders Heritage Park,
Nelson // $2 per person
Relax on the Village Green with live
jazz. Bring a picnic and enjoy the
Sarau Festival
summer sounds. Sun 3 Feb, 3pm – late // Moutere Hills
Community Centre, Upper Moutere //
Wet weather venue: The Energy
$5 per person, children FREE
Centre, Founders Heritage Park.
Celebrate the fabulous Moutere Valley
formerly known as Sarau, its people,
Luminate Festival crafts and crops, such as blackcurrants,
Wed 30 Jan – Wed 6 Feb // Canaan grapes and hops. Browse the stalls, enjoy
Downs, Takaka Hill // Tickets at fantastic local musicians and sample a
www.luminatefestival.co.nz plate or glass of something exceptional
Luminate is a vibrant summer festival of as the sun goes down over the Mount
cutting-edge live and electronic music, Arthur range. Excellent kids’ zone.
visual and performing arts, workshops Bring the family, sunhats and a blanket,
and environmental initiatives. but please leave the dog at home.
Trafalgar Street Market Day International Kai Festival
Sat 2 Feb, 9am – 3pm // Trafalgar Street, Wed 6 Feb, 10.30am – 3.30pm, po- whiri
Nelson // FREE at 11am // Founders Heritage Park and
Whakatu- Marae, Nelson // Koha
A huge day of shopping bargains,
entertainment and fun for the Share food and celebrate our Nelson
whole family. Some 85 stalls communities at the annual International
with everything from clothes Kai Festival. Small portions of food are
and food to arts and craft, priced at $4 or $8 to encourage visitors
plus roving musicians and to try a wide variety.
street performances.
Tasman Asian Night Food Fair
Sat 9 Feb, 4 – 9pm // Washbourn
Gardens, Richmond // FREE
Celebrating cultural diversity with Asian
food and entertainment – a wonderful
opportunity to learn about other
cultures. Unity in diversity!
If wet, the event will be rescheduled to
the next weekend, Sat 16 Feb.
For more information visit www.itson.co.nz 13Nelson Beer Week
Sat 2 – Sat 9 Mar // See website for
details, www.nelsonbeerweek.co.nz
Eight days of beer bliss in New Zealand’s
hop epicentre, Nelson Tasman. Events
planned include special beer and food
matchings, beers in a hop garden, live
music, beer talks, meet the brewers,
brewery tours and more.
MarchFest
Sat 9 Mar, 12 – 9.30pm // Founders
Heritage Park, Nelson // Early bird $35,
standard $45, tickets from
www.marchfest.com
Unlike most beer festivals, all the beers
available at MarchFest have been
specially commissioned for the event and
have never previously been tasted by the
public. Great live music as well as local
wines, ciders and juices, regional cuisine
and kids’ zone.
Race Unity Day
Sun 17 Mar, 11am – 4pm // Victory Square,
Nelson // FREE
Did you know that Nelson has the third
Murchison A & P Show largest ethnically diverse population per
Sat 16 Feb, 8.30am – 4pm // Murchison capita in New Zealand? Be inspired by
Sport, Recreation and Cultural Centre the kaleidoscope of delicious food and
and Domain // Adult $10, children aged brilliant entertainment from our richly
5 – 15 $5, under 5 FREE multicultural community. We also strive to
All the fun of the show – trade, horses, be environmentally friendly by minimising
flower show, baking competition plus waste with BYO plates, cups and utensils –
other entertainment. or you can hire them on the day.
Nelson Wine & Food Festival
Sun 17 Feb, 11am – 5pm // Middle-Earth
Vineyards, Bryant Road, Brightwater //
Early bird $20, gate sales $25, under 12 FREE
Celebrate sensational sounds, wine, food
and summer. Hold onto your holiday
groove, grab a friend and head to the
Nelson Wine & Food Festival for all-day
entertainment, fantastic food, and award-
winning wine and beer. Fun for all ages.
14 For more information visit www.itson.co.nzHistory brought to Life
Sun 17 Mar, 2 – 4pm // Richmond Library,
Queen Street // FREE
This is not your ordinary history tour –
actors will entertain you as they showcase
what life was like many years ago.
Two performances at 2pm and 3pm.
Great fun for the whole family to come
and learn about local history.
Wheelchair and stroller friendly.
Positive Ageing Expo
Fri 22 Mar, 10am – 3pm // Headingly
Centre, Richmond // FREE
Along with 80+ stallholders there will be
seminars, demonstrations and a chance to
have a go at a range of activities and games,
as well as getting quick health checks.
A collaboration with Positive Ageing
Forum, Age Concern and Ministry of Motueka Kai Festival
Social Development. Sun 7 Apr, 10am – 3pm // Decks Reserve,
Motueka // FREE
NZ Tree Crops Association Motueka grows great food thanks to
outstanding water, soil, climate and people,
Conference and the Kai Festival brings together our
Fri 29 – Sun 31 Mar // Mapua Community community of many cultures to honour this.
Hall // Register at www.treecrops.org.nz Don’t miss the colourful and noisy parade
Open to NZTCA members and the public. and pageant starting at 11am.
Registrations required. Includes public If wet, the event will be rescheduled to
tree sale. the next weekend, Sun 14 Apr.
Wakefield Apple Fair
Sun 14 Apr, 11.30am – 3.30pm // Willow
Bank Heritage Village, Wakefield // FREE
Celebrate the apple harvest. Freshly
pressed apple juice, apple displays,
live entertainment, children’s activities,
burgers, food and market stalls.
For more information visit www.itson.co.nz 15Tahuna Summer Sounds
TAHUNA SUMMER SOUNDS
Fri 11 & Fri 18 Jan, 6 – 9pm //
Tahunanui Reserve, Bisley Walk,
Tahunanui Beach // FREE
Live music returns to Tahunanui Beach
with local musicians performing across
two different stages.
Complementing the live music is a
dedicated youth and family zone, with
a heap of ‘have a go’ beach themed
sports, games and interactive challenges
on offer. 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 12 & Sat 19 Jan).
16 For more information visit www.itson.co.nzAge Concern Nelson Tasman's Edible walk
Fri 1 Mar, 10 – 11.30am // Orphanage
SUMMER FR E E Stream, Stoke // Meet at Saxton Road East
by Covent Drive (where walkway starts)
Fri 22 Mar, 10 – 11.30am // Railway Reserve,
ACTIVITIES Stoke // Meet at Standish Place,
off Main Road Stoke
FOR Seniors
for Guided Bike Trail
Wed 6 Mar, 10 – 11.30am // Richmond
Estuary Trail to Best Island and back //
Meet with bikes at carpark just before
Richmond Aquatic Centre
Sing-a-long in the Park
Thu 21 Feb, 10 – 11.30am // Washbourn Fri 15 Mar, 10 – 11.30am // Monaco Loop
Gardens, Richmond // Meet at Fuchsia House Bike Trail // Meet at Humpback Bridge
by Nelson Airport
Wed 27 Mar, 10 – 11.30am // Anzac Park,
Nelson // Meet in the centre of park
Tai Chi
Mon 18 Feb, 10 – 11am // Victory Square,
Guided Walk Nelson // Meet near the playground
Wed 20 Feb, 10 – 11.30am // Maitai Walkway,
Nelson // Meet at Miller’s Acre Carpark Mon 25 Feb, 10 – 11am // Broadgreen
House gardens, Stoke // Meet outside
Fri 22 Feb, 10 – 11.30am // Inlet Walkway, Broadgreen House
Old Wharf Road, Motueka // Meet at
Motueka Community Gardens Mon 4 Mar, 10 – 11am // Miyazu Gardens,
Nelson // Meet at the carpark, off
-
Wed 20 Mar, 10 – 11.30am // Te Waikoropupu Atawhai Drive
Springs, Pupu Valley Road, Golden Bay //
Meet at the carpark Mon 11 Mar, 10 – 11am // Washbourn
Gardens, Richmond // Meet at Fuchsia House
heritage walk Mon 18 Mar, 10 – 11am // Founders Heritage
Wed 27 Feb, 10 – 11.30am // Miyazu Park, Nelson // Meet at the Village Green
Gardens, Nelson // Meet at the carpark, in the centre
off Atawhai Drive Mon 25 Mar, 10 – 11am // Botanical Reserve,
Wed 13 Mar, 10 – 11.30am // Isel Park, Nelson // Meet at Milton Street next to
Stoke // Meet in front of Isel House clubhouse
Mobility Scooter Guided Trail For info or cancellations go to ‘Age
Fri 8 Mar, 10 – 11.30am // Railway Reserve, Concern Nelson Tasman’ on Facebook,
Stoke // Meet at entrance, almost email community@ageconcernnt.org.nz
opposite Bunnings Warehouse or phone 03 544 7624.
For more information visit www.itson.co.nz 17Tata Titanic Cardboard Boat Race
SPORT & Sat 26 Jan, 10am – 1pm // Tata Beach,
Golden Bay // $10 per boat,
spectators FREE
RECreation This annual event is a must see or do.
Get your creative building skills on
and create a winning cardboard boat.
Your boat needs to be seaworthy... or
just seaworthy enough. Lots of fun and
Sport Tasman's Backyard Games laughter for participants and spectators.
Prizes for Best Boat, Spectacular Sinking,
Sun 2 Dec, 10am – 1pm // Decks Reserve, Costumes and more.
Motueka // FREE
Giant games, sports equipment, kites to fly.
Family Bike Fun
Sat 16 Feb, 10am, Golden Bay Recreation
BLACKCAPS International Cricket Park, Takaka // Sun 17 Feb, 10am,
Tue 8 Jan, 11am // Saxton Oval, Stoke // Saltwater Baths, Motueka // FREE
Tickets at www.ticketek.co.nz
Celebrating cycling and open to all!
International cricket returns this summer Test your skills on the bike ramps and
with an ODI vs Sri Lanka. Come along to other activities including a slow bike race,
the beautiful Saxton Oval and support cycle skills and bling your bike.
the BlackCaps!
Skatepark Tour
Photo © Shuttersport
Sat 5 Jan, Takaka, 3 – 5pm //
Sun 6 Jan, Murchison, 1 – 3pm //
Mon 7 Jan, Mapua, 5 – 7pm //
Wed 9 Jan, Tapawera, 5 – 7pm //
Sat 12 Jan, Motueka, 3 – 5pm //
Mon 14 Jan, Wakefield, 5 – 7pm //
Wed 16 Jan, Brightwater, 5 – 7pm //
Sat 19 Jan, Richmond, 3 – 5pm //
Sun 20 Jan, Nelson, 3 – 6pm // FREE
The Skatepark Tour returns to the region
this summer, showcasing the best talent on
skateboards, BMX and scooters. Helmets
are compulsory for all competitors.
18 For more information visit www.itson.co.nzColour Run
Sat 23 Feb, 10am // Golden Bay
Recreation Park, Takaka // FREE
A wonderfully colourful 3km walk or run
along a course filled with fun activities
and colour! A great day out with family
and friends celebrating health, happiness
and fun.
Interislander The Big Tahuna
Sat 2 Mar, 7am – 1pm // Tahunanui
Beach // From $19.50, enter at
www.oceanswim.co.nz
Flash Electrical Beach Fun Day Back for its second year, Interislander
Fri 8 Feb, 6pm // Kaiteriteri Beach // FREE ‘The Big Tahuna’ is the best ocean swim
Come on down to the lagoon-end at event in the South Island (and the only
Kaiteriteri Beach for some family fun, swim in the South Island in the Banana
including beach sprints, a big dig, Boat New Zealand Ocean Swim Series).
sandcastle competition and free BBQ Three distances in the Banana Boat
sausage. Meet the fabulous team from OceanKids Series are on offer for our
Kaiteri Kayaks and Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles younger swimmers. All swimmers will
who are supplying kayaks and paddle receive a finisher’s medal, photo and video!
boards free for use throughout this event!
Go by Bike Day
Wed 13 Feb, 7.30 – 9am // Motueka
Museum // The Junction, Takaka //
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Calendar of events
This comprehensive listing from www.itson.co.nz includes both Council
and community led events for you to plan your summer in the region.
DATE EVENT LOCATION
Regular Visit www.tasmanlibraries.govt.nz/events Tasman Libraries
Regular Visit www.nelsonpubliclibraries.co.nz/events-calendar Nelson Libraries
Weekly Markets around the region See page 21 for full list
Sun 25 Nov Pak’N Save Richmond Santa Parade Queen Street, Richmond
Tue 27 Nov – Thu 24 Jan Cathedral Festival of Christmas Trees Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson
Fri 30 Nov New World Starlight Christmas Parade High Street, Motueka
Fri 30 Nov Salmonella Dub Founders Heritage Park, Nelson
Fri 30 Nov The Boogie Train The Boathouse, Nelson
Fri 30 Nov & Sat 1 Dec Gary McCormick and Tim Shadbolt Christmas Party The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Sat 1 Dec Lantern Making Course Community Art Works, Nelson
Sat 1 Dec Trewavas Street Art Walk Trewavas Street, Motueka
Sat 1 Dec Mark and Brenda The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sat 1 Dec Country Christmas Market Moutere Hills Community Centre, Upper Moutere
Sun 2 Dec Motueka A & P Show Marchwood Park, Motueka
Sun 2 Dec Tasman United vs Hawke’s Bay United Trafalgar Park, Nelson
Sun 2 Dec Livestock The Moutere Inn, Upper Moutere
Sun 2 Dec Sport Tasman’s Backyard Games Decks Reserve, Motueka
Sun 2 Dec Nelson Santa Parade Trafalgar Street, Nelson
Sun 2 Dec Mapua Makers Market Mapua Community Hall
Wed 5 Dec – Mid Mar Twilight Golf (most Wednesdays) Greenacres Golf Club, RichmondWed 5 Dec Mapua Christmas Soirée Mapua Community Hall
Fri 7 Dec Carols in the Park Brightwater Domain
Fri 7 Dec Elevate Theatre Royal, Nelson
Sat 8 Dec Nelson Summer Christmas Concert Nelson Centre of Musical Arts
Sat 8 Dec ALAE The Boathouse, Nelson
Sat 8 Dec Lizzie Cook The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sat 8 Dec Lantern Making Course Community Art Works, Nelson
Sun 9 Dec 7 Days Live Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Thu 13 Dec Golden Bay Live Poets The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Fri 14 Dec Summer Movies Al Fresco – Courage of Lassie Isel Park, Stoke
Fri 14 Dec – Sat 12 Jan Centre for Fine Woodworking Annual Exhibition of Student Art Refinery Artspace, Nelson
Sat 15 Dec Lantern Celebration Centre of NZ (Botanical Reserve), Nelson
Sat 15 Dec Summer Movies Al Fresco – Miracle on 34th Street Botanical Reserve, Nelson
Sat 15 Dec Golden Bay Santa Parade Commercial Street, Takaka
Sat 15 Dec Ceroc Christmas Masquerade Dance St Joseph’s Hall, Nelson
Sat 15 Dec Tchaikovsky! Theatre Royal, Nelson
Sat 15 Dec Chloe Langley Band The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sun 16 Dec Carols on the Green Broadgreen House gardens, Stoke
Sun 16 Dec Tasman United vs Auckland City FC Trafalgar Park, Nelson
Tue 18 Dec Paul Coll vs Diego Elias Nelson Squash Racquets Club
Wed 19 Dec Erin Cole-Baker The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Fri 21 Dec Summer Movies Al Fresco – Miracle on 34th Street Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Sat 22 Dec Summer Movies Al Fresco – Oliver! Fairfield Park, Nelson
Sat 22 Dec DJ Uli The Boathouse, Nelson
Sat 22 Dec The Cowpokers The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sun 23 Dec Carols by Candlelight Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Mon 24 Dec Carols on the Green Village Green, Takaka
Mon 24 Dec Carols on the Cathedral Steps Church Steps, Top of Trafalgar Street, Nelson
Tue 25 Dec Massive Christmas Day Luncheon The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
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DATE EVENT LOCATION
Tue 25 Dec Richmond Community Christmas Dinner Richmond Primary School Hall
Wed 26 Dec The Great Backyard Cricket Tournament The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Thu 27 Dec – Tue 6 Feb Nelson Summer Film Festival Suter Theatre, Nelson
Thu 27 Dec All Vinyl 60’s/70’s Discotheque The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Thu 27 Dec Blindspott with special guests Devilskin Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Thu 27 Dec Hobnail The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Fri 28 Dec The Jordan Luck Band sings the Exponents and more The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Fri 28 Dec Richmond Market Day Sundial Square, Richmond
Sat 29 Dec The Raskolnikovs The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sat 29 Dec – Wed 2 Jan Creating Change – New Year’s Retreat Anahata Yoga Retreat, Takaka
Sun 30 Dec The Great 2018 Quiz Night The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Mon 31 Dec Hobnail New Year’s Eve Bash The Boathouse, Nelson
Mon 31 Dec New Year’s Eve Countdown in the City Centre Upper Trafalgar Street, Nelson
Mon 31 Dec The Best 1980s New Years Eve Ever! The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Mon 31 Dec New Year’s Eve Party with Horizone The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Tue 1 Jan Lions Summer Fair Tahunanui Sportsfield
Wed 2 Jan Riwaka Market Day Riwaka Domain
Wed 2 Jan Murder Mystery: One Wedding and a Funeral The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Wed 2 Jan OG The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Wed 2 Jan Higgins Heritage Park Steam Museum & Craft Fair Higgins Heritage Park, Wakefield
Wed 2 Jan Wakefield Country Fete Wakefield Village Hall & Green
Wed 2 – Fri 5 Jan Nelson Jazz Festival Various locations
Thu 3 Jan Paul Madsens Super Star Show The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Fri 4 Jan Bay Dreams Trafalgar Park, Nelson
Fri 4 Jan Johnny Cash Tribute Night and Legends of Country The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Sat 5 Jan Skatepark Tour – Takaka Takaka Skatepark
Sat 5 Jan Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show and Allstar Show The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Sat 5 Jan Nelson Classic and Vintage Motorcycle Show Stoke Memorial HallSun 6 Jan Skatepark Tour – Murchison Murchison Skatepark
Sun 6 Jan Teddy Bears’ Picnic Isel Park, Stoke
Sun 6 Jan Motorcycle Swap Meet Stoke Memorial Hall
Sun 6 Jan Jags n Art in the Park Broadgreen House gardens, Stoke
Mon 7 Jan Skatepark Tour – Mapua Mapua Skatepark
Mon 7 Jan Niko Ne Zna The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Tue 8 Jan Black Caps vs Sri Lanka ODI Series Saxton Oval, Stoke
Wed 9 Jan Fat Freddy’s Drop Neudorf Vineyards, Upper Moutere
Wed 9 Jan Skatepark Tour – Tapawera Tapawera Skatepark
Wed 9 Jan Frank Burkitt The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Thu 10 Jan Kaiteriteri Movie in the Park Kaiteriteri Village Green
Fri 11 Jan Frank Burkitt Band The Boathouse, Nelson
Fri 11 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – The Taming of the Shrew Isel Park, Stoke
Fri 11 Jan Tahuna Summer Sounds Tahunanui Reserve
Fri 11 Jan Ras Judah & Culture Embassy Sprig and Fern Tavern, Hardy Street
Fri 11 & Sat 12 Jan New Zealand Superstock Grand Prix Top of the South Speedway, Richmond
Fri 11 & Sun 13 Jan Interislander Summer Festival of Racing Richmond Park Showgrounds
Sat 12 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – Dr. Strangelove Fairfield Park, Nelson
Sat 12 Jan Skatepark Tour – Motueka Motueka Skatepark
Sat 12 Jan Nelson Antiques & Collectables Show Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Sat 12 Jan David Bowie Tribute Show – David Brighton’s Space Oddity The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Sat 12 & Sun 13 Jan Motueka Country Music Festival Marchwood Park, Motueka
Sat 12 Jan Ras Judah & Culture Embassy The Park Café, Marahau
Sun 13 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – Courage of Lassie Founders Heritage Park, Nelson
Sun 13 – Sat 19 Jan Flamenco & Classical Guitar Festival Nelson Centre of Musical Arts
Mon 14 Jan Skatepark Tour – Wakefield McGazza Land, Wakefield
Mon 14 Jan Ras Judah & Culture Embassy The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Wed 16 Jan Skatepark Tour – Brightwater Brightwater Skatepark
Wed 16 Jan Billy Bones The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
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Thu 17 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – The Dawn Patrol Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Fri 18 Jan Tahuna Summer Sounds Tahunanui Reserve
Fri 18 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – Miracle on 34th Street Isel Park, Stoke
Fri 18 Jan Paul Madsens Super Star Show The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Fri 18 Jan Nelson Regatta Tasman Bay Cruising Club, Nelson
Sat 19 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – The Taming of the Shrew Fairfield Park, Nelson
Sat 19 Jan Skatepark Tour – Richmond Richmond Skatepark
Sat 19 Jan The Fades The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sat 19 Jan Queens Gardens Art Exhibition Queens Gardens, Nelson
Sat 19 Jan Golden Bay A & P Show Golden Bay Recreation Park
Sun 20 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – Courage of Lassie Saltwater Baths, Motueka
Sun 20 Jan Skatepark Tour – Nelson Neale Park Skatepark, Nelson
Sun 20 Jan The Barleyshakes The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sun 20 Jan Nelson Summer Kite Festival Neale Park, Nelson
Sun 20 Jan – Sun 24 Mar Jazz on the Village Green (most Sundays) Founders Heritage Park, Nelson
Wed 23 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – Dr. Strangelove Jester House, Tasman
Wed 23 Jan The Swan Sisters The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Thu 24 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – Oliver! Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Thu 24 Jan The Andrew London Trio The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Thu 24 Jan Richter City Rebels The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Fri 25 Jan Summer Events Al Fresco – The Dawn Patrol Founders Heritage Park, Nelson
Fri 25 Jan Kelly Family Band The Boathouse, Nelson
Fri 25 Jan Adam McGrath of the Eastern The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Sat 26 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – Courage of Lassie Fairfield Park, Nelson
Sat 26 Jan Tata Titanic Cardboard Boat Race Tata Beach, Golden Bay
Sat 26 Jan Cori Gonzalez Stand Up Comedian The Playhouse Café and Theatre, Mapua
Sat 26 Jan Mad Hallelujah Tribe The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sun 27 Jan Summer Movies Al Fresco – The Taming of the Shrew Village Green, TakakaSun 27 Jan New World Teddy Bears’ Picnic Decks Reserve, Motueka
Sun 27 Jan Pipes in the Park Fairfield House Meadow, Nelson
Sun 27 Jan Tasman United vs Waitakere United Trafalgar Park, Nelson
Mon 28 Jan Mama Yeva The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Wed 30 Jan Mike Field The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Thu 31 Jan Adam Chamber Music Festival Nelson Centre of Musical Arts
Thu 31 Jan – Sun 3 Feb Nelson Buskers Festival Three different venues, see pages 10 & 11
Wed 30 Jan – Wed 6 Feb Luminate Festival Canaan Downs, Takaka Hill
Sat 2 Feb Trafalgar Street Market Day Trafalgar Street, Nelson
Sat 2 Feb Sonic Delusion The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sun 3 Feb Sarau Festival Moutere Hills Community Centre, Upper Moutere
Sun 3 Feb Ruth Wyand The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Tue 5 Feb UB40 featuring Ali, Astro & Mickey Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Wed 6 Feb International Kai Festival Founders Heritage Park and Whakatu- Marae, Nelson
Fri 8 Feb The Jews Brothers The Boathouse, Nelson
Fri 8 Feb Flash Electrical Beach Fun Day Kaiteriteri Beach (lagoon end)
Sat 9 Feb Tasman Asian Night Food Fair Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Sat 9 Feb Owlet Nightjar The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Wed 13 Feb Go By Bike Day Richmond, Motueka, Takaka and Nelson
Wed 13 Feb Redwood Reider and Friends The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Thu 14 & Fri 15 Feb Sharon O’Neill The Boathouse, Nelson
Thu 14 Feb Cupids Inc Ghost Light Theatre, Nelson
Fri 15 Feb How Great Thou Art Richmond Baptist Church
Sat 16 Feb Family Bike Fun in Golden Bay Golden Bay Recreation Park
Sat 16 Feb Murchison A&P Show Murchison Sport, Recreation and Cultural Centre
Sat 16 Feb Sika The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sun 17 Feb Family Bike Fun in Motueka Saltwater Baths, Motueka
Sun 17 Feb Tasman United vs Southern United Trafalgar Park, Nelson
Sun 17 Feb Nelson Wine & Food Festival Middle-Earth Vineyards, Brightwater
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DATE EVENT LOCATION
Mon 18 Feb Seniors Tai Chi Victory Square, Nelson
Wed 20 Feb Seniors Guided Walk Maitai Walkway, Nelson
Wed 20 Feb Jackie Bristow The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Thu 21 Feb Seniors Sing-a-long in the Park Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Thu 21 Feb Live Poets The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Fri 22 – Sun 24 Feb Buller Festival Buller River, Murchison
Fri 22 Feb Seniors Guided Walk Inlet Walkway, Motueka
Sat 23 Feb Mundi The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sat 23 Feb Colour Run Golden Bay Recreation Park
Mon 25 Feb Seniors Tai Chi Broadgreen House gardens, Stoke
Wed 27 Mar Seniors Heritage Walk Miyazu Gardens, Nelson
Wed 27 Mar Jackie Walters and James Wilkinson The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Fri 1 Mar Seniors Edible Walk Orphanage Stream, Stoke
Sat 2 Mar John Butler Trio, Fly My Pretties and more Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Sat 2 Mar Prosad The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sat 2 Mar Interislander The Big Tahuna Tahunanui Beach
Sat 2 – Sat 9 Mar Nelson Beer Week Various locations
Sun 3 Mar Children’s Day Richmond Aquatic Centre
Sun 3 Mar Weetbix Kids’ TRYathlon Tahunanui Sportsfield
Mon 4 Mar Seniors Tai Chi Miyazu Gardens, Nelson
Wed 6 Mar Seniors Guided Bike Trail Richmond Estuary Trail
Fri 8 Mar Seniors Mobility Scooter Guided Trail Railway Reserve, Stoke
Sat 9 Mar The Mussel Inn Hop Harvest The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sat 9 Mar Summer Tango in the Queens Gardens Queens Gardens, Nelson
Sat 9 Mar MarchFest Founders Heritage Park, Nelson
Sun 10 Mar Tasman United vs Eastern Suburbs Trafalgar Park, Nelson
Mon 11 Mar Seniors Tai Chi Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Wed 13 Mar Seniors Heritage Walk Isel Park, StokeFri 15 Mar Seniors Guided Bike Trail Monaco Loop Bike Trail, Stoke
Fri 15 Mar Super Bad Soul The Boathouse, Nelson
Sat 16 & Sun 17 Mar Transport Show Higgins Heritage Park, Wakefield
Sat 16 Mar Bryan Adams (with Dave Dobbyn and The Jordan Luck Band) Trafalgar Park, Nelson
Sun 17 Mar History Brought to Life Richmond Library, Queen Street
Sun 17 Mar Tasman United vs Canterbury United Trafalgar Park, Nelson
Sun 17 Mar Race Unity Day Victory Square, Nelson
Mon 18 Mar Seniors Tai Chi Founders Heritage Park, Nelson
Wed 20 Mar Seniors Guided Walk Te Waikoropupu- Springs, Golden Bay
Thu 21 Mar Live Poets The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Fri 22 Mar Seniors Edible Walk Railway Reserve, Stoke
Fri 22 Mar Positive Ageing Expo Headingly Centre, Richmond
Sun 24 Mar Mainland Tactix vs Northern Mystics Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Sun 24 Mar Nelson Women’s Triathlon Maitai Valley, Nelson
Sun 24 Mar Rural Mail The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Mon 25 Mar Seniors Tai Chi Botanical Reserve, Nelson
Wed 27 Mar Seniors Sing-a-long in the Park ANZAC Park, Nelson
Thu 28 Mar Laura Collins The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Thu 28 Mar Hot Potato Band The Boathouse, Nelson
Fri 29 Mar Laura Collins The Boathouse, Nelson
Fri 29 – Sun 31 Mar NZ Tree Crops Association Conference Mapua Community Hall
Sun 31 Mar Sport Tasman Muddy Buddy Adventure Run Tasman School
Wed 3 Apr Tui Mamaki The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Fri 5 Apr Renee Milner The Boathouse, Nelson
Sat 6 Apr Hydraulink War of the Wings – Sprintcars Top of the South Speedway, Richmond
Sun 7 Apr Motueka Kai Festival Decks Reserve, Motueka
Sat 13 Apr The De Sotos The Mussel Inn, Onekaka, Golden Bay
Sat 13 & Sun 14 Apr Living Wood Fair East Takaka
Sun 14 Apr Wakefield Apple Fair Willow Bank Heritage Village, Wakefield
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