Te Ramaroa is on 30 June - 4 July 2023

Te Ramaroa is an outdoor gallery of brilliant light installations across central Whakatū Nelson, 5.30 - 9.30 pm every night.

Enjoying Te Ramaroa

WEATHER

This is an all-weather event and will go ahead unless it’s not safe to proceed. If in doubt, check our website and social media for updates.

WHAT TO BRING & WHO TO LEAVE AT HOME

Wrap up warmly and wear sturdy footwear. The event is free, but there are lots of tempting tasty treats for sale. Please leave your dogs at home (except service dogs).

HOW TO SEE EVERYTHING

There are nearly 40 installations across the city. There’s no set walking route, just wander as you please. Note that only Selwyn Street is closed, so be aware of traffic when crossing the roads.

PARKING & TOILETS

All the major carparks are open. All public toilets are open – at Montgomery and Buxton carparks, as well as Queens Gardens and upper Trafalgar Street.

FOOD & DRINK

There will be food stalls in Kirby Lane, as well as some at the top of Trafalgar Street. Plus, lots of restaurants will be open.

KIDS & CROWDS

Please keep an eye on your tamariki. In the gardens, watch out for slippery paths, unfenced waterways, cables on the ground, and delicate artworks. Take your time, and if you can, come along on multiple nights.

INFO HUB

Our Info Hub is located on upper Trafalgar Street – come and see us for help, first aid, lost children, or just some information on the event.

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Don’t forget to tag us! @teramaroafestival #teramaroa

Experience

Te Ramaroa is a biennial festival and community event staged by Te Ramaroa Trust. 

Our art installations are scattered across the central city, from Piki Mai to Queen's Gardens, with a performance stage on upper Trafalgar Street and a festival food hub at Kirby Lane. 

Accessibility

Te Ramaroa is all about connecting people and creative enterprise, engaging local & NZ artists, supporting education and creative expression, and working collaboratively with local businesses and community organisations.

To ensure Te Ramaroa is accessible to the whole community, admission to the event is free -  made possible through the generous support of our funders and sponsors. 

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