Nelson City Centre - Community Venues

Nelson City Centre hosts a range of events including the Nelson Arts Festival Mask Parade and Carnival, Civic Ceremonies & New Years Eve.

Hire Nelson City Centre For Your Event

If you are looking at holding an organised event in the City Centre or using one of the bookable spaces you will need to fill out the enquiry form on our website.

Nelson City Centre has a range of bookable spaces for holding your event including 1903 stage, Top of Trafalgar Street and Piki mai Church Steps.

Please note that a large event in this area is likely to require a road closure. Applications MUST be received by Council at least 60 days prior to the event.

If you're planning an event in Nelson take a look at our event planning guidelines to make sure you have all of the permits and essentials needed for your event.

As an event organiser you will need to make sure you get all required consents before proceeding with your event.

If you have a general enquiry you can get in touch with us below.