# Best Events & Things To Do Near Nelson, NE Today | Events Around Nelson, NE Today | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best things to do in Nelson, Nelson today! From outdoor adventures and cultural experiences, to delicious food and nightlife, there's something for everyone in Nelson, Nelson. Plan your visit now and make the most of your day in this vibrant and exciting city.
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## today Events in Nelson

- **Event Name**: Nayland College Presents: The Wizard of Oz
  - **Description**: Join us for a magical journey down the Yellow Brick Road as Nayland College proudly brings you The Wizard of Oz, featuring a live orchestra and a talented cast of students. This spectacular production is a highlight of the school's 60th Jubilee Celebratio
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  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 09:00 am (+12:00)
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  - **Venue**: Theatre Royal Nelson
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  - **Categories**: live-music, music, art, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Dungeons & Dragons for beginners
  - **Description**: Thursdays, 14 May - 18 June, 3.30 - 5pm, Elma Turner Library.

Learn how to create your Dungeons & Dragons character then put them to test as your party goes on an adventure.

Ages 10+ Bookings required, preference will be given to first time particip
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  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 05:30 am – Thu May 14 2026 at 07:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/dungeons-and-dragons-for-beginners/200029960414941
  - **Venue**: 27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Palliative Care Emergencies Workshop (Clinical Skills)
  - **Description**: This series aims to provide education that will refresh or upskill all health care providers supporting persons with palliative care need.About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/ff36e760-4922-11f1-b2bc-ad8cd6
  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 04:00 pm – Thu May 14 2026 at 05:15 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/palliative-care-emergencies-workshop-clinical-skills/100001988452144893
  - **Venue**: Nelson Tasman Hospice
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: health-wellness, Nonprofit, Workshops
- **Event Name**: Lunchtime Concert: Otis Prescott-Mason
  - **Description**: Hailing from Wellington, Otis Prescott-Mason is one of New Zealand’s leading young pianists. He currently studies in Wellington under Dr. Jian Liu and, in the United States, under Professor Boris Berman.

In 2025 Otis was awarded 3rd prize at the National
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  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 02:30 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/lunchtime-concert-otis-prescott-mason/200029960413635
  - **Venue**: 48 Nile Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010
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- **Event Name**: Community Acupuncture Clinic
  - **Description**: We’re very excited to welcome Bonnie Barrow from Authenticity Acupuncture to the Community Centre. Bonnie will run a community clinic on the 3rd Friday of the month from 9am to 11.30am. Bonnie will be offering gentle, supportive acupuncture treatments tha
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  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 11:00 pm – Fri May 15 2026 at 01:30 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/community-acupuncture-clinic/200029960413032
  - **Venue**: 2 Totara Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010
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  - **Categories**: health-wellness

## Trending Events in Nelson

- **Event Name**: Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026 - Whakatū Nelson
  - **Description**: Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour presented by the NZ Alpine Club - NelsonAbout this EventThe New Zealand Alpine Club with Presenting Partners, World Expeditions, La Sportiva
  - **Venue**: Trafalgar Centre
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- **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
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- **Event Name**: Marlon Williams
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Venue**: Trafalgar Centre
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- **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
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- **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
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- **Event Name**: Salmonella Dub LIVE introducing Whirimako Black & Nino Birch in DubnBass
  - **Description**: Fri May 15th
Salmonella Dub LIVE introducing Whirimako Black & Nino Birch in DubnBass
TIX $52.97 plus BF (at eventbrite)
Doors from 6pm, Show from 8pm
Book direct with Playhouse for table bookings

Salmonella Dub circa 1993 Live band kick off the band
  - **Venue**: 171 Westdale rd, Mapua, New Zealand 7081
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top today events in Nelson?
  - **A:** Nayland College Presents: The Wizard of Oz (Thu May 14 2026 at 09:00 am at Theatre Royal Nelson), Dungeons & Dragons for beginners (Thu May 14 2026 at 05:30 am at 27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010), Palliative Care Emergencies Workshop (Clinical Skills) (Thu May 14 2026 at 04:00 pm at Nelson Tasman Hospice), Lunchtime Concert: Otis Prescott-Mason (Thu May 14 2026 at 02:30 am at 48 Nile Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010), Community Acupuncture Clinic (Thu May 14 2026 at 11:00 pm at 2 Totara Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010).
- **Q**: What are the top free today events in Nelson?
  - **A:** Palliative Care Emergencies Workshop (Clinical Skills) (Thu May 14 2026 at 04:00 pm at Nelson Tasman Hospice).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Nelson today May 14, 2026?
  - **A:** Nayland College Presents: The Wizard of Oz (Thu May 14 2026 at 09:00 am at Theatre Royal Nelson), Dungeons & Dragons for beginners (Thu May 14 2026 at 05:30 am at 27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010), Palliative Care Emergencies Workshop (Clinical Skills) (Thu May 14 2026 at 04:00 pm at Nelson Tasman Hospice), Lunchtime Concert: Otis Prescott-Mason (Thu May 14 2026 at 02:30 am at 48 Nile Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010), Community Acupuncture Clinic (Thu May 14 2026 at 11:00 pm at 2 Totara Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Nelson in May 2026?
  - **A:** Nayland College Presents: The Wizard of Oz (Thu May 14 2026 at 09:00 am at Theatre Royal Nelson), Dungeons & Dragons for beginners (Thu May 14 2026 at 05:30 am at 27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010), Palliative Care Emergencies Workshop (Clinical Skills) (Thu May 14 2026 at 04:00 pm at Nelson Tasman Hospice), Lunchtime Concert: Otis Prescott-Mason (Thu May 14 2026 at 02:30 am at 48 Nile Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010), Community Acupuncture Clinic (Thu May 14 2026 at 11:00 pm at 2 Totara Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010).
- **Q**: How can I find today events in Nelson?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming today 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 today 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 today events in Nelson?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting today events in Nelson include Theatre Royal Nelson, 27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010, Nelson Tasman Hospice.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for today events in Nelson?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting today events in Nelson include Nayland College Official, Nelson Public Libraries Ngā Whare Mātauranga o Whakatū, Education Team Nelson Tasman Hospice.
- **Q**: Are there any online today events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many today events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
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