# Event Details - **Event Name**: Founders Annual Book & Record Fair 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 12:00 am – Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 06:30 am (+12:00) - **Event Description**: Step into a World of 400,000 Stories! 📚✨ The vintage gates of Founders Park are ready to swing open for New Zealand’s largest Book and Record Fair! This King’s Birthday weekend marks the start of a nine-day treasure hunt through a whimsical labyrinth of over 400,000 items. Whether searching for a sun-faded childhood classic, a rare vinyl record to perfect a collection, or a rainy-day puzzle for the family, the rustic charm of the park provides the ultimate backdrop for discovery. This year’s fair is brimming with: Books of every genre (from historical non-fiction to contemporary bestsellers). Crates of vinyl records, CDs, and DVDs for the dedicated music lover. Puzzles, board games, and magazines to keep every household entertained. An extensive children’s book section perfect for young explorers. The Details: 💰 Admission: $2 per visit, or grab a 'Book Express' weekly pass for just $5 to enjoy unlimited entry for the full nine days!. 👶 Family Friendly: Children under 12 join the hunt for free!. 🕙 When: Saturday, 30 May – Sunday, 7 June | 10:00 am – 4:30 pm daily. 📍 Where: Founders Park, Nelson. Follow the scent of old paper and the nostalgic crackle of vinyl to Founders Park this June. It is more than a fair; it is a community tradition where every find tells a story. 🎠🎷 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/founders-annual-book-and-record-fair-2026/200030042163453 - **Event Categories**: festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 118 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Nelson - **state**: NE - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: 87 Atawhai Drive, Nelson, New Zealand 7010 - **lat**: -41.26185 - **long**: 173.29773 - **full address**: 87 Atawhai Drive, Nelson, New Zealand 7010, New Zealand ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Founders Annual Book & Record Fair 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/462003d848d75c1b2bbc55a733b17b79e24d9f23ebc1c0cf15bc312d372fc9ff-rimg-w1200-h630-dce7bd2e-gmir?v=1778435933 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Founders Annual Book & Record Fair 2026 being held? - **A:** Founders Annual Book & Record Fair 2026 takes place on Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 12:00 am to Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 06:30 am at 87 Atawhai Drive, Nelson, New Zealand 7010, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who is organizing Founders Annual Book & Record Fair 2026? - **A:** Founders Annual Book & Record Fair 2026 is organized by Founders Heritage Park. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Founders Annual Book & Record Fair 2026 is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nelson, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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