# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Roller Derby Taster
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am (+12:00)
- **Event Description**: In celebration of the Pride Festival, Nelson Bays Roller Derby will be hosting a "Roller Derby Taster" event on Monday the 20th of April from 6:30pm.

This is a fun event for all ages for people to pop some skates on and learn some simple skating skills.  There will be demo's from Nelson Bays Roller Derby, fun drills to try and a game of sock derby for all to play.  (Unfortunately,  we can't play derby in skates until you've completed your Fresh Meat training).

This is a free event, with skates available to wear and limited sets of safety pads.  

All skaters must wear a helmet (bike helmet is fine) and medium length socks.

Wear comfortable sports clothing i.e. no jeans and bring a water bottle.

Join the discussion for more info
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/roller-derby-taster/200029960389925
- **Event Categories**: sports, festivals, workshops, lgbt-pride
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 23

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Nelson
- **state**: NE
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Skate Nelson
- **lat**: -41.280322053676
- **long**: 173.24164867401
- **full address**: Skate Nelson, Back Beach Road,Nelson, New Zealand

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Roller Derby Taster
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/e7c8b501b0769872aa9cf027beb32f42ebeac583e1837c8612c6edcecc46b4fa-rimg-w1200-h716-dc2c2e31-gmir?v=1776445945

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Roller Derby Taster being held?
  - **A:** Roller Derby Taster takes place on Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am to Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am at Skate Nelson, Back Beach Road,Nelson, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Roller Derby Taster?
  - **A:** Roller Derby Taster is organized by Nelson Bays Roller Derby.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Roller Derby Taster is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. 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. If Roller Derby Taster sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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