# Events & Things To Do In Nelson, Nelson on 7th May 2026 - **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Nelson, Nelson on 7th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. - **Category**: ## About Discover the best events and activities in Nelson, Nelson on 7th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. ## Events in Nelson - **Event Name**: Lunchtime Concert: Nelson & Miyazu 50th Anniversary - **Description**: This lunchtime concert will feature a Japanese-language choir as the main act, performing songs in Japanese. There will also be a dynamic Taiko drum performance and a special set of Japanese-inspired pieces by pianist Kyoko Takashima. We are also welcom - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 44 - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 02:30 am – Thu May 07 2026 at 03:30 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/lunchtime-concert-nelson-and-miyazu-50th-anniversary/200029927584238 - **Venue**: Nelson Centre of Musical Arts - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy81N2VmNWE1YTNkYjI5NjA0ZTllNmM1MGMyZDQzM2NjMzFhOGY4OWE0ZGI0OWRkOTM4MjUwMThhNjg4MWNlZDAwLXJpbWctdzc5NC1oMTEyMy1kYzBkYjBlYS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3Njc0ODY3Mw.avif - **Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Concerts, performances - **Event Name**: Jazz Jam Nights 2026 - **Description**: Our monthly Jazz Club Nights are the first Thursday of the month, held at The Barn, behind the Honest Lawyer at 1 Point Road, Stoke. The Club Nights feature a local or visiting Jazz Band who will play for about an hour and then the floor is open for a ja - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu May 07 2026 at 11:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/jazz-jam-nights-2026/200029960405328 - **Venue**: The Honest Lawyer - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9hOWQ5MmFiZTkxNGIxNjVmNGQ5ZTYyMTJiNzU0YTg4NzAyNjE0NmY3MGI0ZDg3ODUxMGU5MWZlMjg0OWU5ZjVlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Mi1kYzE1MTgyZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjQ0NjA2OA.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Colette Jansen and the Jazz Katz - May Jazz Jam - **Description**: Our monthly Jazz Club Nights are the first Thursday of the month, held at The Barn, behind the Honest Lawyer at 1 Point Road, Stoke. The Club Nights feature a local or visiting Jazz Band who will play for about an hour and then the floor is open for a ja - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 09:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/colette-jansen-and-the-jazz-katz-may-jazz-jam/200029861778921 - **Venue**: The Honest Lawyer - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy83ZjNhYmZkYzMzYzc5OTJiZTMwMmIyOTc1Yzk0MDU1NmZjZWVhMmVmMTA5NzI2ZWI0MGMxYjFkMjAzM2Y1YmFiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Mi1kY2M1NWQzZC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjAwNjc4Mw.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, art, jazz - **Event Name**: Richmond Library - Law for Lunch with Nelson Bays Community Law - **Description**: Thursdays in May we have solicitors from Nelson Bays Community Law sharing their knowledge with us: Thursday 7 May: Enduring Power of Attorney An enduring power of attorney ensures someone you trust can make decisions for you if you’re unable to, pro - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 03:00 am – Thu May 07 2026 at 04:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/richmond-library-law-for-lunch-with-nelson-bays-community-law/200029954028717 - **Venue**: 280 Queen Street, Richmond, Richmond, New Zealand 7020 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy83YmRkZWQ1NGIwOWE5YmJkYjBhZjU3OGZiZGUxNjRmOTBiZjBkNmFlZTU3NmVhMWZiMDliYjlhY2QzYjFkNzQwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzAyMjkyZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjM1MDE3Nw.avif - **Event Name**: Nelson College Boarding Open Day - **Description**: Join us for an insightful and engaging Open Day at Nelson College, structured exclusively for prospective boarding students and their families. This is your opportunity to explore the heart of our boarding community, meet our dedicated staff, and get a fi - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 11:30 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/nelson-college-boarding-open-day/200029960390229 - **Venue**: 67 Waimea Road, Nelson, New Zealand 7010 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy82MjczZWU4MGY2NTc1NzU1M2NhNzlkNmI3ZDQ0MmQ5YmI4NDhiNGJmYmUyODVhYTlkODQyNTg5ZWNkMDIyM2M0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2QzZDhhYS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjQ0NTk0OA.avif - **Categories**: Sports, Workshops - **Event Name**: African drumming workshops, 8 Thursday evenings, Nelson NZ - **Description**: Inclusive African drumming workshops in Nelson. Play West African rhythms on a Djembe drum in a fun, safe & supportive space. - Be inspired & refreshed by the power of rhythm - Learn to play the African Djembe drum with confidence - Find your groo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 17 - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 09:15 am – Thu May 07 2026 at 10:45 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/african-drumming-workshops-8-thursday-evenings-nelson-nz/200029886655819 - **Venue**: Victory Community Centre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy80NmZhYWRhNTNhN2Y2ZjVkZWJmNmMzNGJkNzMwNjg2YWY2Njc1NDQyYzllNzhhZjA2Y2Y4ZDY0ZDYyMzBkMjk5LXJpbWctdzk1Ny1oNTc4LWRjNzQ0NjIwLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc2ODExOTU0.avif - **Categories**: Workshops, Kids ## Trending Events in Nelson - **Event Name**: Marlon Williams Tā te Manawa Tour | Nelson - **Description**: Marlon Williams has today announced a very significant tour. It’s one that is truly for fans, and one that also marks a temporary departure from the stage for Marlon himself. After an intensive time making latest album Te Whare Tīwekaweka and over two y - **Venue**: Trafalgar Centre - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/e832ce6156e2abf064e2f2fe080f9ed362c4fa5c8587aa836d17521baf8177b1-rimg-w1200-h628-dc111815-gmir?v=1776085655 - **Event Name**: Salmonella Dub LIVE introducing Whirimako Black & Nino Birch in DubnBass - **Description**: Salmonella Dub circa 1993 Live band kick off the band 17 album remastered back cat rollout + Salmonella Dub SoundSystem ft. Mighty AsterixAbout this EventKia ora! - **Venue**: Playhouse Cafe Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/d1cd618f14f47a858c51e20c226550c8f2f463674bed28c0366bf8bcc3978366-rimg-w1200-h629-dc000000-gmir.jpg?v=1776348340 - **Event Name**: NELSON - NZ FISHING HUNTING & 4X4 EXPO - **Description**: Nelson, something new is coming. After four successful years building the New Zealand Fishing, Hunting & 4X4 Expo in Rotorua, we are bringing the experience to the top of the South Island. The first Nelson edition of the Expo will take place from 16 - **Venue**: Trafalgar Centre - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/d4064d10458335879db0734dc1a58e396b29b1ffa16a3954cc4fb3ccffc24252-rimg-w820-h360-dc020202-gmir?v=1776385692 - **Event Name**: Kaiteriteri Gold 2026 - **Description**: Having received rave reviews from participants over the last few years, come and join us on Kings Birthday weekend to take in all that the Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park has to offer. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or just out to enjoy the fun - **Venue**: Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b343a28154bd7dc02599987b59d87ff61b9ca3286a395329ca33d69bb6af3925-rimg-w1200-h800-dc5c625f-gmir?v=1776258622 - **Event Name**: Te Ramaroa - Nelson Light Festival 2026 (City Centre) - **Description**: Te Ramaroa is a free, immersive biennial light festival that transforms Nelson into a vibrant canvas of illuminated art over five mid-winter nights. - **Venue**: Trafalgar Sq, Nelson 7010, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/87171abbd5bd97a6e1df6e1e9bdc19bca8d8a0766c9a8f30184c5c4381ee944f-rimg-w1200-h628-dc060304-gmir?v=1776406562 - **Event Name**: Blessing of the Fleet 2026 - **Description**: The Blessing of the Fleet honours our sea-going whanau, past and present. Friday 8th May: Fireworks Display (Tahunanui Beach) Saturday 9th May: Blessing of the Fleet Community Day (Seafarers Memorial Pier) The Blessing starts at 1.00pm. Witness the Ves - **Venue**: Seafarers Memorial Wharf - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/3215412206140948e2685cabc3d5bfbb6970f356795b2101a1ab9a7619f4494b-rimg-w1200-h628-dc3b3c5b-gmir?v=1776408611 - **Event Name**: THE UNDERGROUND – BACK AT THE BOATHOUSE - **Description**: The Underground return to The Boathouse Nelson with their no frills, in yer face, hows ya father blend of high energy Britrock bangers from across the ages. Expect classics from The Jam, The Who, The Cure, The Police, Arctic Monkeys, Stereophonics, The S - **Venue**: The Boathouse, Nelson - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f705e78eaf8e5a16d173d4cc04cec75a63d991b9413e74c1254755c3b486a440-rimg-w720-h1040-dc030303-gmir?v=1776354013 - **Event Name**: Nelson A&P Show - Golden Edge 2025 - **Description**: 132nd NELSON A&P SHOW Friday 20 Nov: 2pm-5pm (beginning of Equestrian & Woodchopping Programmes - free entry). Saturday 21 Nov: 9am-4pm & Sunday 22 Nov: 9am-4pm (Full Show Programme - see ticket prices below). Entering the Show Competitions? - **Venue**: The Golden Edge Nelson A & P Show - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/ad3f51c46462f0df19b56c53759ed96b1d35c6474b1aca03da55881d0a8309ec-rimg-w1200-h676-dc786245-gmir?v=1776418252 - **Event Name**: ELTON JOHN vs BILLY JOEL - Theatre Royal Nelson - **Description**: NZ’s Award-Winning Hit Tribute Show “Elton John vs. Billy Joel” Returns to Theatre Royal Nelson, Saturday 23rd May, 2026! Back by popular demand for an encore performance! After a string of sold-out shows across the country, Elton John vs. Billy Joel ret - **Venue**: Theatre Royal Nelson - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/15c092daa9add9ec104fad9ab962bce12491e72eda132bdf80dbd45f1db95dad-rimg-w1200-h675-dc010102-gmir?v=1776435395 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Nelson? - **A:** Lunchtime Concert: Nelson & Miyazu 50th Anniversary (Thu May 07 2026 at 02:30 am at Nelson Centre of Musical Arts), Jazz Jam Nights 2026 (Thu May 07 2026 at 09:00 am at The Honest Lawyer), Colette Jansen and the Jazz Katz - May Jazz Jam (Thu May 07 2026 at 09:00 am at The Honest Lawyer), Richmond Library - Law for Lunch with Nelson Bays Community Law (Thu May 07 2026 at 03:00 am at 280 Queen Street, Richmond, Richmond, New Zealand 7020), Nelson College Boarding Open Day (Thu May 07 2026 at 11:30 pm at 67 Waimea Road, Nelson, New Zealand 7010). - **Q**: How can I find events in Nelson? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Nelson on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Nelson? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Nelson? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Nelson include Nelson Centre of Musical Arts, The Honest Lawyer, 280 Queen Street, Richmond, Richmond, New Zealand 7020. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Nelson? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Nelson include Nelson Miyazu Sister City Association, Nelson Jazz, Tasman District Libraries. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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