Tamariki & Rangatahi Programme

We firmly believe in the benefits of engaging in the arts for our young people (for everyone, really).

From within our diverse programme, we have identified several offerings to spark joy and creativity in curious minds, from school matinees and suitable evening performances to opportunities to participate and get directly involved: music, dance, theatre, and hands-on creative expression, it’s all theirs for the taking.

Register your Kōhanga Reo, Pre School, Primary School or Secondary School

Register to Participate

We are welcoming any and all who would like to become part of our Festival Whānau as an Auncle (our flash name for a patron)!

Donate to Schools Programme

Want to find out more about what's on in our schools programme?

Programme Download click here

Reduced price tickets available to schools

Reduced price tickets are available to schools thanks to generous support from partners, funding agencies and private donations.
Thank you to those whose generosity enables us to offer these opportunities to our young ones.

For more information and to make a booking, please contact us on education@nelsonartsfestival.nzeducation@nelsonartsfestival.nz

Email our Tamariki & Rangatahi Coordinator

For Kōhanga Reo & Kindergarten

Pīpī Paopao | Rutene Spooner

Pīpī Paopao is a performance for tamariki aged 3-5 years old - and their adults - which adopts the unique characteristics of our Manu Rangatira (noble birdlife) through waiata and play, echoing the sounds of Te Taiao (nature).

In-School Experiences & Matinees

Participate!

Masks About Town
A Call to Action (icebergs as dreamed by you) with Gabby O’Connor
The Sensorium with Chloe Loftus

Tamariki & Rangatahi Programme

Reduced price tickets available to schools

For Kōhanga Reo & Kindergarten

In-School Experiences & Matinees

Participate!

Youth-friendly Public Events

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