6 May 2023
Nelson’s King Charles III Coronation Celebration
Nelson Town Centre, Scotland Road,
Nelson.
An exciting line-up of events to celebrate the King's Coronation. A giant screen to watch the Coronation live! Roaming street artists, a main stage including live performances from The Take That Experience and other entertainment, picnic area, children's entertainment. Fun day out for all the family.
10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
http://www.nelsontowncouncil.gov.uk/
12 May 2023 to 31 December 2023
Redcurrant Glass Courses
Fired Up North Gallery & Studios, Unit 25, Lomeshaye Business Village,
Nelson
Courses/workshops are available in kiln formed glass, kiln formed glass jewellery, lampwork glass beadmaking, silverclay and silver jewellery. Courses and taster sessions are available throughout the year from just £30. Booking required.
12 May 2023 to 31 December 2023.
https://redcurrantglass.co.uk/
28 May 2023
Pendle Powerfest
Nelson & Colne College, Scotland Road,
Nelson
Family fun Motorshow Cars, Bikes, and random vehicles are all on show. Fire Engines - Movie Cars Model Trains, Cars, Racing Music and entertainment. £5 per adult - accompanied under 12 are free.
10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
pendlepowerfest.com
9 September 2023
Nelson Food & Drink Festival 2023
Nelson Town Centre, Scotland Road,
Nelson.
The 2023 Nelson Food and Drink Festival will return in style with a number of fantastic free attractions including live cooking demonstrations, entertainment for all the family and an extra special competition for local school children. Alongside the demonstrations, there will be over 30 food and drink stalls, offering incredible cuisine and an array of aromatic worldwide delights.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
nelsonfoodfestival.co.uk
29 June
Festival of Culture 2024
Various Venues in Nelson ,
Nelson
A major annual event celebrating art and culture. A family fun-day which will celebrate people, environment and culture through music, arts and crafts, food stalls, fun fair rides, community conversations and much more.
All day.
https://www.buildingbridgespendle.org.uk/
29 June
The Pendle Peace Walk
Colne & Nelson
The Pendle Peace Walk brings people together from different towns, faiths, cultures and social status to walk together in a show of solidarity and unity as citizens of Pendle. This involves two groups of people from our Pendle community who will follow routes along main roads and scenic countryside paths. One group setting off from Colne Town Centre and the second group from a central base in Brierfield. Both Peace Walk groups will converge at the Nelson Shuttle marking the beginning of the Festival of Culture.
All day.
https://www.buildingbridgespendle.org.uk/
14 September
Nelson Food & Drink Festival 2024
Nelson Shuttle, Scotland Road,
Nelson
TikTok and Instagram star, Shabaz Ali also known as 'Shabaz Says', will headline the free-to-attend Nelson Food & Drink Festival. The event will feature over 30 food and drink stalls. Free.
10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
https://www.nelsonfoodfestival.co.uk/
12 December
FREE GUIDED WALK
Victoria Park, Car Park,
Nelson
A 2.5-hour walk, bring waterproofs, strong boots, and a light snack.
10:00 am.
letswalkinpendle.co.uk
19 December
FREE GUIDED WALK
Marsden Park Golf Club, Car Park,
Nelson
A 2.5-hour walk, bring waterproofs, strong boots, and a light snack.
10:00 am.
letswalkinpendle.co.uk