MASK CARNIVALE 2025

Filled with joy and exuberant energy, Mundi has captured hearts across the land and far-flung seas, touring and performing extensively. Mundi’s performances are mesmerizing- interlacing stories through music of our interactions with nature and ourselves on a sizzling array of instruments: African and Brazilian percussion, flutes, guitar, bass ,vocals and dances intertwined.
With captivating stage presence and crowd participation, Mundi create a vibrant and energetic dancefloor filled with joy and fun that lures people into an ancient memory of the pulse of life and awakens our dancing selves lurking beneath…

Coast Arcade are a four-piece pop/rock band from Auckland, New Zealand, blending 90s/2000s guitar grit with modern pop hooks. With big riffs, bigger choruses, and an explosive live energy, they’ve built a fast-growing international fanbase, racked up over 1M streams, and played festivals and supports alongside artists like Lime Cordiale, Amy Shark, Peach Pit, and The Beths. Expect a high-energy set packed with sing-along choruses, crunchy guitars, and the infectious, youthful energy that has seen Coast Arcade sell out shows across New Zealand and Australia.

Nelson’s own beloved Children’s Songwriter and Entertainer, Kath Bee invites everyone to sing the chorus of her new song together, with Broadgreen Intermediate, Waimea Intermediate and Auckland Point School Choirs, in a heartfelt Community Sing.

Golden Sunburst stilt dancers light up the night. As dazzling as the sun!

Can you guess who’s who? The Twisty Twinz will wow, confuse, amuse and mesmerize.. Their spectacular acrobatic stilt characters bring colour and fun for everyone! This playful circus duo is bound to turn any frown upside down.

We are a group of women united by a passion for dance, connection, and cultural expression. Our vision is to celebrate and share the rich diversity of cultures and traditions that shape our identities.
Our name is inspired by the taranta, once believed to be a spider whose bite caused wild, trance-like states in southern Italy. The cure? The tarantella, a powerful, rhythmic dance to release the poison, to heal, to be free.
Like those women, we dance to express, to connect, and to free ourselves. With every performance, we honor the fierce, feminine energy that moves through us, we share joy, identity, and the rich beauty of cultures woven together.

Jasmine Turner has built a dynamic career in the arts, with a rich history in dance and theatre. She’s also worked extensively in event management, combining her passion for the arts with organizational skills to bring a wide range of performances and events to life. She currently works for the Theatre Royal Nelson and Nelson Fringe Festival.

NBS Nelson City Brass are one of New Zealand’s premier brass ensembles brimming with world class musicians. Performing a fantastic selection of traditional brass band music and arrangements of classical and modern masterpieces make sure you stop by for from BRILLIANT BRASS!

Sika is a musician and artist based in New Zealand. He has been offering Sound Journeys internationally for over 25 years.