Live music, comedy, theatre, and more — right here in the Nelson region
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The ever-entertaining Paul Madsen brings the hits — Bee Gees, Queen, Eagles and much more. His officially endorsed tribute act has taken him to Las Vegas and around New Zealand. This one sells out fast.
Doors & Dinner 6:00pm · Show 8:00pm
Part of the Nelson Jazz Winter Festival — a five-day celebration of live music, creativity and community. The Riwaka High Rollers bring a mix of Jazz, Funk, World, Soul, Reggae, Latin and Dance with the odd ballad. All ages welcome. Dinner and cocktails available from 6pm.
Doors & Dinner 6:00pm · Show 7:30pm · From $20
New Zealand’s favourite psychedelic exotic jazz band returns with new compositions and hand-drawn animations. Vibraphone, tuba, pan flute, synthesizers and more — weaving stories from South-East Asia to South America and back. All ages & licensed. Early bird $25, general admission $30.
Doors & Dinner 6:00pm · Show 8:00pm · From $25
Back by popular demand! Another night of 80s classics, retro vibes, and a packed dance floor. Dinner from 6pm, dancing from 8pm. Free entry, table bookings appreciated.
Dinner from 6:00pm · Dancing from 8:00pm
A night of melted, indulgent fun at The Playhouse. Tables from 6pm — bookings are essential for this one.
Tables from 6:00pm · Saturday 1 August
It’s baaaack! All you can eat ribs, chips and salad for just $40 per person. These nights sell out fast — bookings are 100% essential. Email or call us to secure your table.
Tables from 6:00pm · Friday 14 August · $40pp
It’s baaaack! All you can eat ribs, chips and salad for just $40 per person. These nights sell out fast — bookings are 100% essential. Email or call us to secure your table.
Tables from 6:00pm · Friday 21 August · $40pp
Wake me up before you go, because with or without you we’ll be dancing with somebody. Beat it on down to the Playhouse for a night of careless whispers — get physical, get footloose, and don’t miss out or you may get a total eclipse of the heart. Dinner from 6pm, dancing from 8pm. Free entry to all.
Dinner from 6:00pm · Dancing from 8:00pm · Free entry
Our second Women Who Rock event — celebrating talented local women singer-songwriters sharing their original sounds. From soloists to five-piece bands: Ngaio (indie folk), Daisy Chain (Celtic folk fusion), Valley Soul Sisters (folk soul reggae), The Wingers (soul/blues) & Lemongrass (indie rock blues). All ages.
Doors & Dinner 6:00pm · Music from 6:00pm · From $20
As seen on What We Do In The Shadows and 7 Days — Cori Gonzalez sells out shows all over the country and he’s bringing his hilarious set to The Playhouse. Don’t miss it.
Doors 6:00pm · Show 8:00pm