

# Nelson, NE Travel Events & Adventurous Activities

- **Subtitle**: Adventurous Trips & Weekend trek near Nelson, Nelson. Get ready to bike, climb, race, and paddle at Nelson, Nelson. Trips & Outdoor Activities in Nelson, Nelson
- **Category**: Trips & Adventures
- **Display Name**: Trips & Adventurous Activities
- **Type**: category

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## About

<p>To Travel the world is to travel within oneself. For all the adrenaline junkies out there are cool adventure events in [CITY] like hiking in the forests, camping in mountains, hanging by the cliffs and a lot more. An adrenaline rush is sure to have when one is out there on adventure. Whether it’s swimming, river rafting, rappelling , riding with motorcycle club or cycling with friends or just a weekend getaway near [CITY], we have got you covered.</p>
<p>Find your adventure and trips near [CITY].</p>

## Trips & Adventures Events in Nelson

- **Event Name**: Nelson Tasman Motorcycle Festival
  - **Description**: Entries are open for the 2026 Nelson Tasman Motorcycle Festival 2 Day Adventure bike ride.
75 places available and already 62 spots reserved.  If you want to join us for more action ion May 9th and 10th 2026 email me at dave@kohatumc.co.nz to reserve a sp
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 244
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 09:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/nelson-tasman-motorcycle-festival/200028439681543
  - **Venue**: Nelson Motorcycles
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- **Event Name**: Gala Royale
  - **Description**: Gala Royale | Midwinter Black-Tie Fundraising Gala

Join Nelson Provincial Museum for Gala Royale, a black-tie midwinter evening of fine dining, entertainment, and premium auctions in support of the new ARC (Archives, Research and Collections) Facility in
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat Jun 13 2026 at 07:30 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/gala-royale/200029742452304
  - **Venue**: Rutherford Hotel Nelson
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- **Event Name**: Hermsen County - Hoedown at the Boathouse
  - **Description**: 🤠🌾 Saddle up Nelson… Hermsen County is riding back into town for another Hoedown! 🌾🤠

Round up your crew and join us Friday 24th April for a boot-stomping night of country fun at The Boathouse Nelson.

🎟 Limited Earlybird tickets — don’t wait or you’ll be
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 24 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri Apr 24 2026 at 12:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/hermsen-county-hoedown-at-the-boathouse/200029852625013
  - **Venue**: The Boathouse, Nelson
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- **Event Name**: Wāhine at Wairoa - Celebrate International Women's MTB Day at the Gorge
  - **Description**: Join us to celebrate International Women’s MTB Day at the Gorge 🥳 for only $89!

Expect a relaxed, supportive atmosphere with a revolving shuttle system so you can ride as many laps as you like. No pressure, just good vibes and great trails.

It’s the per
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 36
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 10:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 07:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/wāhine-at-wairoa-celebrate-international-womens-mtb-day-at-the-gorge/200029740207654
  - **Venue**: Wairoa Gorge Mtb Park
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- **Event Name**: The Coppermine 2026
  - **Description**: The Coppermine is New Zealand’s premier back country cross country mountain bike race, the course take riders around the historic Dunn mountain trail and has a range of categories to suit all riders abilities.

Register here: 
https://events.barefootsport
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 98
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 11:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/the-coppermine-2026/200029198410926
  - **Venue**: 140 Bridge Street, Nelson, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Karmakaze Enduro 2026
  - **Description**: KARMAKAZE ENDURO 2026 

The legendary Karmakaze Enduro is back!

Whether you’re a seasoned shredder chasing podium spots and stage wins, or lining up for your very first Enduro with the goal of simply making it through — this event is all about fun, flow,
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 12:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/karmakaze-enduro-2026/200029733292715
  - **Venue**: 37 Martin Farm Road, Port Motueka, New Zealand 7197
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- **Event Name**: Aladdin JR
  - **Description**: Nelson Youth Theatre Company presents Disney's Aladdin JR, based on the 1992 Academy Award®-winning film and the 2014 hit Broadway show, about the "diamond in the rough" street rat who learns that his true worth lies deep within.

Aladdin is down on his l
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 09 2026 at 04:00 am – Thu Apr 09 2026 at 05:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/aladdin-jr/200029361047530
  - **Venue**: Theatre Royal Nelson
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- **Event Name**: April Monthly Mission - Blue Lake
  - **Description**: Hey Team,

a few more finalised details to come on this one shortly, but we are looking at a Blue Lake this month, 

This mission, because of its distance &amp; access, has the potential to be a stayover in a hut. More to come, but keep the following in m
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 20
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 07:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/april-monthly-mission-blue-lake/200029854657409
  - **Venue**: Lake Rotoiti - St Arnaud
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- **Event Name**: The Bay Reccy Run #3 - Cable Bay to the Quarry
  - **Description**: The third and final of the 2026 Bay reccy runs will be along the last stretch of the 50km, 35km and 35km courses. Our local guru Nick from his Nelson Sunday trail run series will be leading this adventure.

Approx 8 km, 400 m elevation.

It will start the
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 34
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 10:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/the-bay-reccy-run-3-cable-bay-to-the-quarry/200029794914401
  - **Venue**: Cable Bay Beach
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  - **Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Woman only Adventure Ride-Top of the South
  - **Description**: First event for the Ladies only.  Big thanks to Debbie Nettleton from the Nelson Woman Freedom Riders for bringing this together.  Saturday the 25th of April we will lead a group of Woman only on an off road Adventure around The Top of the South.  Please
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 31
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 24 2026 at 10:30 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/woman-only-adventure-ride-top-of-the-south/200029781105635
  - **Venue**: Nelson Motorcycles, Nelson NZ
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## 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
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- **Event Name**: NELSON- NZ FISHING HUNTING 4X4 & ON WATER BOAT SHOW
  - **Description**: Nelson, something new is coming.

After four successful years building the New Zealand Fishing, Hunting &amp; 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**: Nelson A&P Show - Golden Edge 2025
  - **Description**: 132nd NELSON A&amp;P SHOW
Friday 20 Nov: 2pm-5pm (beginning of Equestrian &amp; Woodchopping Programmes - free entry).

Saturday 21 Nov: 9am-4pm &amp; Sunday 22 Nov: 9am-4pm (Full Show Programme - see ticket prices below).

Entering the Show Competitions?
  - **Venue**: The Golden Edge Nelson A & P Show
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- **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
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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**: 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, NZ Mountain Saf
  - **Venue**: Trafalgar Centre
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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**: Nelson Tasman Motorcycle Festival
  - **Description**: Entries are open for the 2026 Nelson Tasman Motorcycle Festival 2 Day Adventure bike ride.
75 places available and already 62 spots reserved.  If you want to join us for more action ion May 9th and 10th 2026 email me at dave@kohatumc.co.nz to reserve a sp
  - **Venue**: Nelson Motorcycles
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Trips & Adventures events in Nelson?
  - **A:** Nelson Tasman Motorcycle Festival (Fri May 08 2026 at 09:00 pm at Nelson Motorcycles), Gala Royale (Sat Jun 13 2026 at 07:30 am at Rutherford Hotel Nelson), Hermsen County - Hoedown at the Boathouse (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 10:00 am at The Boathouse, Nelson), Wāhine at Wairoa - Celebrate International Women's MTB Day at the Gorge (Fri May 01 2026 at 10:00 pm at Wairoa Gorge Mtb Park), The Coppermine 2026 (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 11:00 pm at 140 Bridge Street, Nelson, New Zealand).
- **Q**: What Trips & Adventures events are happening in Nelson in April 2026?
  - **A:** Hermsen County - Hoedown at the Boathouse (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 10:00 am at The Boathouse, Nelson), Aladdin JR (Thu Apr 09 2026 at 04:00 am at Theatre Royal Nelson), April Monthly Mission - Blue Lake (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm at Lake Rotoiti - St Arnaud), The Bay Reccy Run #3 - Cable Bay to the Quarry (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 10:00 pm at Cable Bay Beach), Woman only Adventure Ride-Top of the South (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 10:30 pm at Nelson Motorcycles, Nelson NZ).
- **Q**: How can I find Trips & Adventures events in Nelson?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Trips & Adventures 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 Trips & Adventures 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 Trips & Adventures events in Nelson?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Trips & Adventures events in Nelson include Nelson Motorcycles, Rutherford Hotel Nelson, The Boathouse, Nelson.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Trips & Adventures events in Nelson?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Trips & Adventures events in Nelson include Kohatu Motorcycle Centre, Nelson Provincial Museum Pupuri Taonga o Te Tai Ao, Hermsen County.
- **Q**: Are there any online Trips & Adventures events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Trips & Adventures 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 Trips & Adventures events in Nelson?
  - **A:** Follow the Trips & Adventures category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Trips & Adventures events are listed in Nelson.

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