11 days of unmissable arts experiences in Whakatū!

23 Oct - 2 Nov 2025

Browse the programme here

Nelson Arts Festival is on now!

There is truly something for everyone in this year's programme: awe-inspiring stage shows, intimate gigs, thought-provoking kōrero, award-winning theatre and unmissable moments.
Book your tickets!

Take part in the Mask Parade!

Featured Events

Festival News

The latest news from the festival team

Our 2025 festival programme is live! 🔥🔥

Kia ora festival whānau, Our programme is live! Over 45 unmissable events are waiting for you on our website. Take me there! Take a deep dive into the programme and […]

Three weeks to go til we launch our 2025 festival

Kia ora festival whānau, We can’t wait to share our 2025 Nelson Arts Festival programme with you – tickets go on sale in just three weeks! Between 23rd October – 2nd […]

Welcome Lil, haere rā Annie

We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Lil della Porta into the role of Marketing & Communications Lead at Nelson Arts Festival. Some of you may know Lil […]

Our Mission

To ignite creativity and connection through transformative arts experiences.

© Nelson Arts Festival 2025 | Privacy Policy | Design by Downing, website by Avoca Web Design