Upper South Island Speed Puzzle Competition

Schedule

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 10:30 pm to Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 am

UTC+13:00

Location

Hope Community Church Nelson | Nelson, NE

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📢 Calling all jigsaw puzzle lovers 🧩 in Nelson (and beyond)! 📢
Join us for the Upper South Island Speed Puzzle Competition!
Participants are all given the same puzzle and race to see who can put it together the quickest.
There are two events:
Individuals, 9am: 500 pieces, 3hrs to complete
Teams, 1pm: 1000 pieces, 3hrs to complete, 2–4 people per team
PLUS: a giant puzzle swap, raffles, and fun puzzle activities for
non-participants. Free entry for Spectators!
Tickets on sale soon!
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Hope Community Church Nelson, Richmond, Tasman District, New Zealand, Nelson

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