Nelson Light Festival
3rd—7th July

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The Artists

Learn more about who is coming to the 2026 festival.

Event Map

View & download the 2026 festival map.

Event Info

Schedules, weather, parking, crucial info you need to know.

Donate Now

Click here for a simple one off transfer (you choose the amount). Keeping this festival free to the public is our mission. Simple donation via Apple or Google Pay and card.

Buses

For just $2 you can grab a bus in and out of the festival! More details here.

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.

FESTIVAL UPDATES

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

NEWSLETTER SIGNUP

Featured Articles

Info

Important Info: Getting There, Parking + Toilets

Planning your trip to see the lights

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Article

A Spark Of Inspiration

STEAMS students bring a spark of inspiration and create a mesmerizing refracting light installation

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Interview

A Vast Canvas Of Light

A meditative journey through mind, body; and spirit: Angus Muir with Darklight coming to Bayleys Te Ramaroa - Nelson Light Festival

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Interview

A Word From Our Chair

"It takes a whole community to make these things happen. I'm beaming with pride."

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Interview

Simon Holden - Artist Profile

We sat down with Simon to talk about his process, why simple beats complex every time, and what regional festivals mean for artists working outside the major centres.

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