11 days of unmissable arts experiences in Whakatū
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Comedy at the Boathouse
Over two hilarious nights, The Boathouse bursts with raucous live comedy from some of Aotearoa’s most dynamic comedy voices.
Comedy Double Bill Discount
10% off each ticket when purchasing tickets to two Comedy Double Bill performances on the same night.
*Card Holder Discount not applicable on this offer
Comedy Double Bill DiscountComedy Double Bill Discount
10% off each ticket when purchasing tickets to two Comedy Double Bill performances on the same night.
*Card Holder Discount not applicable on this offer
Pukapuka Pass
Buy a bundle of three or more tickets* to a range of Pukapuka Talks shows and receive a discounted price of 25%.
* This offer is for individuals, cannot be used for multiple tickets to a single event. Use our Group Discount for group bookings.
Pukapuka Pass* This offer is for individuals, cannot be used for multiple tickets to a single event. Use our Group Discount for group bookings.
Our Festival Whānau of Friends
Become part of Nelson Arts Festival's future.
In 2026, we’re excited to launch our new Friends programme - a way for individuals who love the Festival to support its future and connect more closely with the work we do.
There are three levels of support - Kakaruai, Kāhu and Whio - each offering a different way to contribute.
Join Our Festival WhānauIn 2026, we’re excited to launch our new Friends programme - a way for individuals who love the Festival to support its future and connect more closely with the work we do.
There are three levels of support - Kakaruai, Kāhu and Whio - each offering a different way to contribute.
Nelson Arts Festival receives government’s Events Boost Fund
Ngā mihi e te whānau! Together we celebrated 11 days of art in Whakatū with some of Aotearoa's most exciting artists, and with audiences old and new.
Thank you to our partners, sponsors, venues, crew and volunteers who make it all possible. Thank you to all the artists who bring their incredible work to our region, and to all of you - our audience - who are the driving force behind it all.
Festival News
The latest news from the festival team