# 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**: In Other Words
  - **Description**: In Other Words is coming to the Theatre Royal Nelson for a very limited season this May. 

Starring the acclaimed real-life couple Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Michael Hurst, this is a rare opportunity to see two of New Zealand’s finest actors share the stag
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  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 10:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/in-other-words/200029855585725
  - **Venue**: Theatre Royal Nelson
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Women In Blues
  - **Description**: HEADS UP - May Jam Night is only two weeks away and this month we have something special. WOMEN IN BLUES. After a huge success last year we are doing it again. All performers on the night show case the talents of women in Blues. Its going to be a goodie.
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  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 08:30 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/women-in-blues/200030062040800
  - **Venue**: The Honest Lawyer
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  - **Categories**: performances, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Quiz Night
  - **Description**: 🧠✨ QUIZ NIGHT ✨🧠

Thursday 21st May
Sprig & Fern Tahuna
7:00pm – 9:00pm

💵 $5 per person (CASH)
🎟 Bring cash for raffle tickets $2 each or 3 for $5


Grab your team, test your knowledge, and get in early to secure a table! Up to 10 people per team.
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 11:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/quiz-night/200030028656606
  - **Venue**: Sprig + Fern Tahuna
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- **Event Name**: [Full] Tai Chi for Beginners — 8-Week Course (April, May)
  - **Description**: This beginner course offers a calm, structured way to unwind from demanding schedules, reduce physical tension, and restore focus. Instead of pushing harder, Tai Chi helps you move, breathe, and think with greater clarity — so you can perform well without
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 08:00 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/full-tai-chi-for-beginners-—-8-week-course-april-may/200030083406357
  - **Venue**: Pūtangitangi Greenmeadows Centre
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  - **Categories**: Workshops, Contests
- **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
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 09:15 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 10:45 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/african-drumming-workshops-8-thursday-evenings-nelson-nz/200030083407559
  - **Venue**: Victory Community Centre
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  - **Categories**: Workshops, Kids
- **Event Name**: Morning Yogic Practice
  - **Description**: Let's begin the day by witnessing self-acceptance through mindful movement to stretch and tone the body, and re-focus the mind through Bodylight® teachings, Pranayama, Mudra, and guided meditation tools.

This Yogic practice is inspired by Hatha Yoga/Viny
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 10:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/morning-yogic-practice/200030083407159
  - **Venue**: Osteopathy Nelson Health Collective
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  - **Categories**: health-wellness, Workshops
- **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
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 05:30 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/dungeons-and-dragons-for-beginners/200030083407800
  - **Venue**: 27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New Zealand 7010
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Green Drinks: Dark skies and why they matter
  - **Description**: Are you keen to meet more people in Nelson and Tasman passionate about the environment? If yes, then Green Drinks is for you!

This month Green Drinks have a special guest speaker, Ellen Cieraad is a Senior Science Advisor at DOC with a passion for the hi
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/green-drinks-dark-skies-and-why-they-matter/200030083404251
  - **Venue**: 183 Bridge St, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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  - **Categories**: science-fair

## 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**: 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
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- **Event Name**: LAST CALL at EAST ST
  - **Description**: Nelson... this is it.

The final ever event at East St Cafe.

No second chance.
No "we'll catch the next one."
No next time.

After years as a cornerstone of Nelson's music scene, East St closes its doors and we're giving it the send-off it deserves.

Exp
  - **Venue**: East St.
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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**: 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**: 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**: 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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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top today events in Nelson?
  - **A:** In Other Words (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am at Theatre Royal Nelson), Women In Blues (Thu May 21 2026 at 08:30 am at The Honest Lawyer), Quiz Night (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am at Sprig + Fern Tahuna), [Full] Tai Chi for Beginners — 8-Week Course (April, May) (Thu May 21 2026 at 08:00 am at Pūtangitangi Greenmeadows Centre), African drumming workshops, 8 Thursday evenings, Nelson NZ (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:15 am at Victory Community Centre).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Nelson today May 21, 2026?
  - **A:** In Other Words (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am at Theatre Royal Nelson), Women In Blues (Thu May 21 2026 at 08:30 am at The Honest Lawyer), Quiz Night (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am at Sprig + Fern Tahuna), [Full] Tai Chi for Beginners — 8-Week Course (April, May) (Thu May 21 2026 at 08:00 am at Pūtangitangi Greenmeadows Centre), African drumming workshops, 8 Thursday evenings, Nelson NZ (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:15 am at Victory Community Centre).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Nelson in May 2026?
  - **A:** In Other Words (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am at Theatre Royal Nelson), Women In Blues (Thu May 21 2026 at 08:30 am at The Honest Lawyer), Quiz Night (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 am at Sprig + Fern Tahuna), [Full] Tai Chi for Beginners — 8-Week Course (April, May) (Thu May 21 2026 at 08:00 am at Pūtangitangi Greenmeadows Centre), African drumming workshops, 8 Thursday evenings, Nelson NZ (Thu May 21 2026 at 09:15 am at Victory Community Centre).
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- **Q**: What are the popular venues for today events in Nelson?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting today events in Nelson include Theatre Royal Nelson, The Honest Lawyer, Sprig + Fern Tahuna.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for today events in Nelson?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting today events in Nelson include Theatre Royal Nelson, Tasman Bay Blues Club, Nelson Bays Catchball.
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