Blessing of the Fleet 2025

Date: 17/05/2025
Time: 13:00
The Blessing of the Fleet honours our sea-going whanau, past and present.

Friday 16th May: Fireworks Display (Tahunanui Beach)
Saturday 17th May: Blessing of the Fleet Community Day (Seafarers Memorial Pier)

The Blessing starts at 1.00pm.

Witness the Vessel Parade, the impressive Port Nelson Tugs display, and the fascinating Fish filleting and demonstrations by Talley's.

Enjoy some mouth-watering seafood and fish n' chips while experiencing the festivities at the Seafarers Memorial on Wakefield Quay.

Location:Seafarers Memorial, Wakefield Quay, Nelson

Map of event location

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