Nelson Italian Festival 2026
Sunday 1 March | 10 am-4pm
Join us at Club Italia, Lower Trafalgar Street and Trafalgar Park for a day Italian culture, food and fun!
What’s on ↓

Stallholders
Discover our 2026 line-up and meet our amazing stallholders. There’s something for everyone! Plan your festival day →

Food & Drinks
Get an extra taste of Italy at the Club Italia food and bar zone. It’s the heart of the festival, bursting with flavour. Find out more →

Entertainment
Live performances, music and good vibes all day long. Come for the food, stay for the fun. Find out more →

Cooking Demos
Watch local chefs bring Italian classics to life, and learn a thing or two. Our 2026 line-up is here! Book your spot →

Italian Cars & Bikes
Enjoy a stunning display of classic and sports Italian vehicles – from Vespa and Ducati to Ferrari and Alfa Romeo. Find out more →

Cultural Exhibition
Explore the stories of Italians who made Nelson their home since the late 1880s. It’s a walk through memory lane. Find out more →

Kids’ Football & Rugby
Head to Trafalgar Park and cheer on our youngest players in a tournament packed with energy and teamwork. Find out more →

Family-friendly Fun
Games, foosball and facepainting are the perfect pit stop for our little festival-goers and their families. Find out more →

Raffle Tickets
Win amazing prizes donated by our generous local sponsors – you can grab your ticket in advance or on the day. Coming soon
What people say
Especially loved the risotto demo.
Will be back next year.
Thanks for making it even more so!
That’s amore!
Let’s relive the best moments of our festival in this beautiful video by Martina Albanati.























