Nelson Light Festival
3rd—7th July 2026

RAFFLE TICKETS
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Grab a ticket and go in the draw to win some epic prizes and support the festival all in one

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Get Involved! Join The Crew

We need volunteers for event support, performers of all shapes and sizes and food stalls to deliver up the warm goodies.

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2023 Festival Video

In 2023 — five crisp, clear nights saw thousands of visitors enjoy our beautiful installations across the central city, Cathedral Hill, NMIT and Queens Gardens.

BRAND PARTNERS
& SPONSORS

Connect your brand with the largest free light festival in the region

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Featured Articles

News

We're Back For 2026

Te Ramaroa Nelson Light Festival looks set to return in 2026 having secured an exciting partnership with Bayleys as their new naming partner.

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Interview

Q&A with Klaasz Breukel

Learn about one of Nelson's most prominent light artists who was critical to the birth of Te Ramaroa.

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Article

Why Are We Drawn to Light Art?

There’s more to our fascination with light than just its visual appeal — there's science behind it.

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FESTIVAL UPDATES

We send out regular festival and artist updates with a sprinkling of inspiration — register here

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