Participate

Ready to take part? Explore the ways you can get involved.

There are many ways to participate and experience the Festival this year - take a look at our amazing line-up of unmissable arts experiences and events here.

Volunteer

We'd love a helping hand if you have some time this October. 

Our amazing group of volunteers come together every year to help us with a variety of Festival tasks, from artist pick ups to ushering at our Festival venues.

Find out more here:
Become a Volunteer

Tamariki & Rangatahi

We put together an awesome programme for our tamariki and rangatahi each year. 

From school matinees to workshops to collaborations, we offer a wide range of opportunities for young people to experience the arts.

Some of these events are created especially for schools - to find out more, and book for your students, please contact us directly: education@nelsonartsfestival.nz

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