Tamariki & Rangatahi Programme
Our 2026 Tamariki and Rangatahi programm includes special events, performances, workshops, talks and a range of incredible performing arts experiences.
This includes discounted ticket prices schools can book on behalf of their students for:
- Authors in Schools - workshops with awe-inspiring Aotearoa authors
- Pukapuka Talks - accessible tickets for Rangatahi students and / or community groups at discounted prices selected events
- Live Performing Arts for young people of all ages - including Live Audio Play, The Valentina, and Tiri Te Araroa
- Music in Schools programme with award-winning musician, Levity Beet
Our main programme also includes a range of events for tarmariki and rangatahi to enjoy:
- Tune Up - A line up of incredible rangatahi musicians, food trucks and dancing at Kirby Lane | All ages welcome.
- Other all ages/ family friendly events happening during the Arts Festival - find them at https://nelsonartsfestival.nz/events/?_event_category_2=family
For a copy of our full 2026 Tamariki & Rangatahi Programme please email education@nelsonartsfestival.nz
This includes discounted ticket prices schools can book on behalf of their students for:
- Authors in Schools - workshops with awe-inspiring Aotearoa authors
- Pukapuka Talks - accessible tickets for Rangatahi students and / or community groups at discounted prices selected events
- Live Performing Arts for young people of all ages - including Live Audio Play, The Valentina, and Tiri Te Araroa
- Music in Schools programme with award-winning musician, Levity Beet
Our main programme also includes a range of events for tarmariki and rangatahi to enjoy:
- Tune Up - A line up of incredible rangatahi musicians, food trucks and dancing at Kirby Lane | All ages welcome.
- Other all ages/ family friendly events happening during the Arts Festival - find them at https://nelsonartsfestival.nz/events/?_event_category_2=family
For a copy of our full 2026 Tamariki & Rangatahi Programme please email education@nelsonartsfestival.nz
We firmly believe in the benefits of engaging in the arts - particularly for our young people.
We welcome any and all who would like to become part of our Festival Whānau, and donate to our Schools programme.
From school matinees and suitable evening performances, to opportunities to participate and get directly involved: music, dance, theatre, and hands-on creative expression, it’s all theirs for the taking.
Donate to Schools ProgrammeFrom school matinees and suitable evening performances, to opportunities to participate and get directly involved: music, dance, theatre, and hands-on creative expression, it’s all theirs for the taking.
Reduced price tickets available to schools
Reduced price tickets are available to schools thanks to generous support from partners and private donations.
Thank you to those whose generosity enables us to offer these opportunities to our young ones.
For more information and to make a booking, fill out the form below: