What's on in Nelson Tasman: Your entertainment guide
Hoods Up: At the Nelson Classic Car Museum, today, 5pm-9pm, 150 cars with their hoods popped and doors open so people check out the motors and can sit inside to truly appreciate the cars. Featuring the Miss Classic Nelson Beauty pageant, aimed at pinup, vintage, retro and rockabilly lovers (7pm), adult $25, child $14. Big band and song at Māpua: Māpua Community Choir has teamed up with the Nelson Jazz Club Big Band to host a special evening of jazz tunes and songs of the 20th century. Māpua Community Hall, today at 7.30pm. Tickets available from Jared’s Fruit and Veg, Tasman General Store and at Eventbrite. Limited door sales will be available.
Go Giants: The Nelson Giants try to get the monkey off their back against the Auckland Tuatara, Trafalgar Centre, today, Rapid League 6.30pm, main game 7.30pm.
Jackie Bristow and Barrie Saunders:
Jackie Bristow, a name synonymous with soul-stirring Americana, has carved a niche between Wānaka and Nashville. Barry Saunders is the voice and pen behind The Warratahs. The Boathouse, today, from 8pm, $35.
Harris Hill Top Challenge: A race for charity, from Summer House on Harris Hill, Atawhai, tomorrow, registrations from 11.30am, race start 1pm. Two challenging courses over 7km and 10km.
Julia Deans: The Kiwi legend will be showcasing new songs from a pending new album, alongside gems from her previous releases. Joining her will be longtime friend and Fur Patrol collaborator Andrew Bain. Room Twenty5, Richmond, tomorrow, 6pm, $55.
International Scrabble Day: Informal Scrabble fun day for youth aged 7 and up. Suitable for all levels. Parents welcome.
Tākaka Memorial Library, tomorrow, 10am-noon.
Le Gumbo Combo: 50s and 60s Rhythm and Blues of New Orleans is the inspiration for Le Gumbo Combo. tomorrow, Ruby Bay Store, 7pm, $25.
We Will Rock You: The Nelson Youth Theatre Company’s production, based on the songs of Queen and a futuristic comedy by Ben Elton. Theatre Royal, daily until April 19, adults $29, under-19 $19.
18 Eden Avenue: An uplifting and funny NZ musical examining the impact that the arrival of a handsome young boarder has on three generations of women living in the same historic house. Red Door Theatre, daily until April 20, 7.30pm, $25.
The Lion King JR: Nelson Youth Theatre’s school holiday production of the Lion King, featuring 150 local kids, Theatre Royal, April 14-20, 2pm (6pm on Saturday), adults $29, under-19 $19.
Waimea Harriers: Welcomes all abilities for running and walking to join us at Rabbit
Island, Saturday, April 20, for the 2nd Wallace Shield event. 1.45pm registration. See waimeaharriers.nz. Queries 027 673 1145.
Car boot sale: St Johns Church, Hira. Saturday, April 20 (if wet Saturday, April 27, 9am). $10 a site towards church maintenance. Bookings to Chris 027 648 2858.
Tuku 24 Whakatū: Six weeks of events to share (tuku) Nelson's unique stories of people and place with Tuku 24 Whakatū. Running until May 4, it's the biggest Tuku festival yet with over 100 events. Visit the Tuku Whakatū website to download the full programme of events and check out the event calendar.
Quiet Dog Gallery: James Robinson + Jane Tan’s exhibition, Majic Defends Itself, until tomorrow.
Funk Fridays: After-work shenanigans with host Dj KIng B at Nelson's freshest venue, Kismet, from 8pm.
Tākaka OpenMicNight: The Gypsy Pickers host and perform for the Open Mic Night at Roots Bar, Tākaka, every Thursday. This is a popular night with locals and travellers. Bring along your songs, instruments and dancing shoes for a fun and entertaining evening. Starts 8.30pm. No cover charge.
Animal Antics: A hilarious exhibition curated from the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards Collection. Immerse yourself in a world of mischievous monkeys, clumsy cats, and photo-bombing fish, captured in their most comical moments. Until May 5 at the Nelson Provincial Museum.
TeHītoriAotūroa: Learning from Nature:
A thought-provoking exhibition that delves into the world of birds, bones and bugs, showcasing natural history highlights from the Nelson Provincial Museum’s collection. Precious specimens on display range from majestic toroa (southern royal albatross) and snowy owls to New Zealand’s newest celebrity, the pūteketeke. Until May 5. Katoitoi– Response: Golden Bay/Mohua artists were asked to respond to an artist they have a strong preference for, or are akin to, and who has created a well-known work that represents or references Golden Bay/Mohua. Until April 30 at the Golden Bay Museum.
InakordWorld Music Choir: Inakord, an “open access” community world music choir, was established more than 20 years ago to fulfil a desire in the Motueka area for people to gather and sing together regularly. No auditions are required – just a love of singing for fun and friendship. Mondays, 7pm. Cost: $4 a session.
The Wairoa Bike Park: The Gorge, owned and operated by the Nelson Mountain Bike Club, is open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Bookings are preferred. Motueka Sunday Market: Supporting local businesses for over 35 years. Fresh produce, small goods, artisan creations, arts and crafts. Every Sunday from 8am at the Decks Reserve car park, by the library. Visit: motuekasundaymarket.co.nz.
The Nelson Market: Grab your friends and family and head down to this local institution. Every Saturday at Montgomery Square, in the heart of Nelson city.
Nelson Farmers Market: Fresh, local and seasonal produce, food stalls and gourmet food items from all over the top of the south can be purchased. Every Wednesday between 8am and 1.30pm, rain or shine. Halifax St beside the Elma Turner Library. TākakaVillage Market: Every Saturday, 9am to 1.30pm, at the Tākaka Library car park.