# Crafts Events | List Of All Upcoming Crafts Events In Nelson, NE - **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming crafts events in Nelson, Nelson, find information & tickets for upcoming crafts events happening in Nelson, Nelson. - **Category**: ## About Explore all upcoming crafts events in Nelson, Nelson, find information & tickets for upcoming crafts events happening in Nelson, Nelson. ## Events in Nelson - **Event Name**: The Extravaganza Fair - Nelson / Tasman - **Description**: 🎪✨ ROLL UP, ROLL UP – THE EXTRAVAGANZA FAIR IS BACK! ✨🎪 🎉 Celebrating 11 epic years of magical mayhem on the road! 🎉 New Zealand’s biggest and most fabulous travelling fair is rolling back into town – and you’re invited! We’re bringing grassroots charm - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun Oct 04 2026 at 04:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/the-extravaganza-fair-nelson-tasman/200030230070317 - **Venue**: Richmond Park Raceway - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy81YzA3NzA1ZDIxZTE2NzI1Zjc1OWRhMzZlMzZhZjNkZGNjNjk1ZTNjMDU4ZTAyM2VlNTZlMDk3YTg5OGM1MmVkLXJpbWctdzkzMy1oNjE3LWRjMDEwMTAxLWdtaXI_dj0xNzgxMzY1OTk3.avif - **Categories**: Kids, Music, food-drinks, Art, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Te Huihuinga-o-Matariki 2026 - **Description**: Nelson City Council is hosting, Te Huihuinga-o-Matariki Festival in collaboration with Ngā Iwi e Waru o Te Tauihu o Te Waka-a-Māui 📍 Saxton Stadium 📆 Friday 10th July 2026 🕛️ 5:00pm – 9:00pm 💰️Koha (gold coin donation) The Matariki market will be open - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 595 - **Date**: Fri Jul 10 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri Jul 10 2026 at 09:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/te-huihuinga-o-matariki-2026/200030083404952 - **Venue**: Saxton Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMmVmNjRhOTRmODBkZmU1Y2E0ZWU1NzAyOGY2M2Y2NGUxMjBiNGNmYTg0OTY0OWUwMTJkMTk3ZTc0YjIwNGM2OS1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg0MDYtZGMyZTRhOGUtZ21pcj92PTE3ODExOTQxNjI.avif - **Categories**: festivals, live-music, nonprofit - **Event Name**: My Time My Life 2026 - **Description**: Discover new hobbies and connect with like-minded people! Are you passionate about your hobbies? Do you love sharing your interests with others? Then join us at My Time, My Life, where we celebrate the joy of hobbies, sports, and interests in our vibrant - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 20 - **Date**: Sat Aug 15 2026 at 12:30 am – Sat Aug 15 2026 at 05:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/my-time-my-life-2026/200030083408200 - **Venue**: Founders Heritage Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9kMjczYmExYTBjMmIwMDA4YTExNzVlMTQwMWNlNDY1YWQxNWM3ODAwZTFjYzQ3NTU5ZjFhNDE3MTQ0YTUzOTQxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzAxYWFhZC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDg5NDI4Mw.avif - **Categories**: sports, health-wellness, art, mental-health - **Event Name**: ⚽️🍻 Mussel Inn Masters 2026 🍻⚽️ - **Description**: The Beautiful Game in a Beautiful Place Dust off the boots… stretch the hammies… and pretend you’re still 25 😏 Labour Weekend is locked in — and it’s shaping up to be an absolute belter 💥 🔥 Men’s & Women’s teams 🍺 Craft beers on tap 🌮 Food trucks t - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 51 - **Date**: Fri Oct 23 2026 at 11:00 pm – Sun Oct 25 2026 at 06:00 am (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/mussel-inn-masters-2026/200030000358605 - **Venue**: Park Avenue , Takaka, New Zealand 7010 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYWJkZTRlZjRmMTljOTk1OTI0NGUxYTljMjU4MTFiYzM0NTg1MGRkNjgzNjdiZDkyZWNiOWJjNmM1MzYxODBmMy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MjUtZGMzMTMxNGItZ21pcj92PTE3ODA4OTY3NTM.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks - **Event Name**: "Bringing back Tertulia" - A Cultural Conversations fundraiser - **Description**: Help keep the community glowing with the ancient tradition of gathering to share ideas, stories and art. Whether through spoken word, poetry, music, storytelling, or acting, Cultural Conversations is a space where creativity and culture come to life. T - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 22 - **Date**: Sun Jun 28 2026 at 06:30 am – Sun Jun 28 2026 at 08:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/bringing-back-tertulia-a-cultural-conversations-fundraiser/200030083448615 - **Venue**: The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatū - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy84ODdhZGY0ZjQyNGI4YTk1MmQ0ODY2MTcxNTBhYTVlM2QyN2NjNjU4MzBjMjRjMmI5ZGE2ZmRlM2QzZWY0OWY4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZWNkMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDA1OTQ3NQ.avif - **Categories**: art, nonprofit, theatre, music, literary-art, entertainment, spoken-word, storytelling - **Event Name**: Motueka Steiner School Spring Fair 2026 - **Description**: Come one and all for another magical family fun day out at this year's Motueka Steiner Spring Fair 2026! Fairyland, Crafts, Medieval Games, Music, delicious food and more!!! Mark your calenders 🎉 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 67 - **Date**: Sun Sep 20 2026 at 12:00 am – Sun Sep 20 2026 at 06:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/motueka-steiner-school-spring-fair-2026/200030062037034 - **Venue**: Motueka Steiner School - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9jNTc2YWU3OWY1ZDA0OWQ2ODk4ZWRkYjNkMWVjYjEwMjFkMzc5MDc1NTE5NjRkODE3YjQ4YmVmMWEyMmU3OTkxLXJpbWctdzExMzEtaDE2MDAtZGNmZWZkZjktZ21pcj92PTE3ODA5MDcxMTk.avif - **Event Name**: Learn to Crochet for Absolute Beginners - SOLD OUT - **Description**: Led by Heidi Lucas. Join Heidi for a cozy morning, discovering the increasingly popular craft of crochet. In this relaxed absolute beginner’s workshop, we will be making a lovely warm neck cowl to take home and enjoy. You will learn the basics to start - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Fri Jun 19 2026 (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/learn-to-crochet-for-absolute-beginners-sold-out/200029987673045 - **Venue**: Refinery ArtSpace - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy84MmJmMzc2MmQ1OTEzZjdkZWRlNDlmNTM3ZWJmYWFkMzI1YTBlYjc2NTYyMTg1NDIzZGViOTU1MjkyZjhiOTU0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2U3ZThlYS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDA4NTczNQ.avif - **Categories**: workshops, art - **Event Name**: Make a Puppet and Bring It to Life! - **Description**: A hands-on one-day workshop facilitated by Bridget Sanders of Birdlife Productions, offering a delightful opportunity to build your own Practice Puppet (in the style of a table-top Sandglass training puppet) and explore some simple techniques to bring it - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sat Jun 20 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Jun 20 2026 at 05:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/make-a-puppet-and-bring-it-to-life/200029960415241 - **Venue**: NMIT - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy83ZGIyMzU0MDU1NzAyZjFhNGJlMjQ2OGRiYTc1MWY4ZDA4NDY0ZGQ4MGM2MTRiYzllNmExZjgxYWI5OTBhODUxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzExMTQxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MTE5NDMxMg.avif - **Categories**: workshops, art, theatre, festivals - **Event Name**: Mindful Moments - **Description**: Fidget with Flextangles and zone out with Zentangles. Discover a range of simple crafts and activities to support mindful moments. All ages, younger children will need the help of an adult. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Wed Jul 15 2026 at 11:00 am – Wed Jul 15 2026 at 12:30 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/mindful-moments/200030222903649 - **Venue**: 27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy81MDVlOWMzOGEwMTI4OTZhN2VhNmE2ZTJmYzFjZDczOTkzMzM3OGYzN2JkZWE1MzRiNjI4MWI1ZWQxMTUzZDNlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzE5OTJhMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MTE5NDMwOQ.avif ## Trending Events in Nelson - **Event Name**: THE MIDWINTER SHOWDOWN - **Description**: This winter, the top of the South is set to heat up as The Midwinter Showdown lands at The Boathouse Nelson on Saturday, July 4th, delivering a powerful night of reggae, hip hop, and electronic bass culture right on the water’s edge. Headlining the event - **Venue**: The Boathouse, Nelson - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/b6972ab09a282c15890b8a563be60dfff48819ec6f1d4231be0bd4589d9c7625-rimg-w1200-h628-dc050f08-gmir?v=1781335756 - **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=1780059820 - **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=1781194167 - **Event Name**: Bayleys Te Ramaroa - Nelson Light Festival 2026 (City Centre) - **Description**: Over five magical winter evenings, the heart of Whakatū Nelson comes alive with light, creativity and connection. Centred around Christ Church Cathedral and its surrounding gardens, Te Ramaroa 2026 invites you to explore a vibrant collection of illuminat - **Venue**: Trafalgar Sq, Nelson 7010, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/87171abbd5bd97a6e1df6e1e9bdc19bca8d8a0766c9a8f30184c5c4381ee944f-rimg-w1200-h628-dc020102-gmir?v=1781194150 - **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=1780353160 - **Event Name**: The Extravaganza Fair - Nelson / Tasman - **Description**: 🎪✨ ROLL UP, ROLL UP – THE EXTRAVAGANZA FAIR IS BACK! ✨🎪 🎉 Celebrating 11 epic years of magical mayhem on the road! 🎉 New Zealand’s biggest and most fabulous travelling fair is rolling back into town – and you’re invited! We’re bringing grassroots charm - **Venue**: Richmond Park Raceway - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/5c07705d21e16725f759da36e36af3ddcc695e3c058e023ee56e097a898c52ed-rimg-w933-h617-dc010101-gmir?v=1781365997 - **Event Name**: Te Huihuinga-o-Matariki 2026 - **Description**: Nelson City Council is hosting, Te Huihuinga-o-Matariki Festival in collaboration with Ngā Iwi e Waru o Te Tauihu o Te Waka-a-Māui 📍 Saxton Stadium 📆 Friday 10th July 2026 🕛️ 5:00pm – 9:00pm 💰️Koha (gold coin donation) The Matariki market will be open - **Venue**: Saxton Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/2ef64a94f80dfe5ca4ee57028f63f64e120b4cfa849649e012d197e74b204c69-rimg-w1200-h406-dc2e4a8e-gmir?v=1781194162 - **Event Name**: Bouncy Land at Founders Park - **Description**: 🎈🎉 BOUNCY LAND IS COMING TO NELSON! 🎉🎈 Get ready for THREE HUGE DAYS of bouncing, sliding, climbing and non-stop fun this school holiday! We're transforming The Energy Centre at Founders Park into a MASSIVE indoor inflatable wonderland packed with giant - **Venue**: Founders Heritage Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/6477801c15ffa5e1e9668bf3b83c17db6165353e2f09d2c8cbb7e3731b7b2ba3-rimg-w1200-h658-dc040218-gmir?v=1781194191 - **Event Name**: Return of the DELINQUENTS - **Description**: THE DELINQUENTS ARE BACK! Absolutely frothing to announce the biggest mid-winter bass throwdown Nelson has ever seen at the one and only Devilles! We're bringing in all the bells and whistles, with dope lighting, visuals, performers, and deco for a gan - **Venue**: Devilles Nelson - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/31f4c8cb480ffd16a119894bead5cd98b4aca52f1d829e854e7c6936f9c0f2ed-rimg-w1079-h1380-dc020305-gmir?v=1781462615 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Nelson? - **A:** The Extravaganza Fair - Nelson / Tasman (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 09:00 am at Richmond Park Raceway), Te Huihuinga-o-Matariki 2026 (Fri Jul 10 2026 at 05:00 pm at Saxton Stadium), My Time My Life 2026 (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 12:30 am at Founders Heritage Park), ⚽️🍻 Mussel Inn Masters 2026 🍻⚽️ (Fri Oct 23 2026 at 11:00 pm at Park Avenue , Takaka, New Zealand 7010), "Bringing back Tertulia" - A Cultural Conversations fundraiser (Sun Jun 28 2026 at 06:30 am at The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatū). - **Q**: What events are happening in Nelson this weekend June 19–21, 2026? - **A:** Learn to Crochet for Absolute Beginners - SOLD OUT (Fri Jun 19 2026 at Refinery ArtSpace), Make a Puppet and Bring It to Life! (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 09:00 am at NMIT). - **Q**: What events are happening in Nelson in June 2026? - **A:** "Bringing back Tertulia" - A Cultural Conversations fundraiser (Sun Jun 28 2026 at 06:30 am at The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatū), Learn to Crochet for Absolute Beginners - SOLD OUT (Fri Jun 19 2026 at Refinery ArtSpace), Make a Puppet and Bring It to Life! (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 09:00 am at NMIT). - **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 Richmond Park Raceway, Saxton Stadium, Founders Heritage Park. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Nelson? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Nelson include The Extravaganza Fair, Nelson City Council, Nelson City Presents. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Nelson? - **A:** Follow the category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Nelson. ## Explore Events in Nearby Cities - [crafts Events in Blenheim](https://allevents.in/blenheim/crafts) - [Events in Picton](https://allevents.in/picton-ma) - [Events in Blenheim](https://allevents.in/blenheim)