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Local markets in the Bay

Wherever you are in the Bay, there’s a local market where you can delight in delicious street food, stock up on fresh produce or just enjoy the good vibes that the markets bring. 

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THE FLORAL HUB

Dates: Every Thursday from 30 October 2025 to April 2026
Time: 8am - 9.30am
Where:Holy Trinity Church, Devonport Road, Tauranga 

You go-to market for fresh, locally grown wholesale blooms. 

Find out more here. 

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DINNER IN THE DOMAIN

Dates: Every Thursday from 27 November 2025 - 23 April 2026
Time: 5pm - 8pm
Where: Pāpāmoa Pony Club, 491 Pāpāmoa Beach Rd, Pāpāmoa Beach

Grab your friends and family and come on down to the Pāpāmoa Pony Club, where you’ll find the Bay’s best street food alongside locally brewed beer, oh, and did we mention, live music? Scrap your TV dinner and come on down. 

Check out the Facebook page here

Friday FArmers Market

KATIKATI FRIDAY FARMERS' MARKET

Dates: Every Friday
Time: 3.30pm – 6pm
Where: A&P Show grounds, Uretara Domain, Katikati

You will find fresh and locally produced product, including cheese, honey, bread and fresh fruits and veggies. 

Find out more here.

Omokoroa Night Market

ŌMOKOROA NIGHT MARKET

Dates: Every Friday from 3 October 2025 to March 2026
Time: 5pm - 9pm
Where: Ōmokoroa Domain, The Esplanade, Ōmokoroa

There's delicious food, markets, live music and all-round wholesome vibes.  

Check out the website here.   

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TAURANGA FARMER'S MARKET

When: Saturdays
Time: 7.45am – 12pm
Where: Tauranga Primary School, Tauranga

Start your Saturday right at Tauranga Farmers Market, a local favourite since 2003. Enjoy fresh, seasonal produce, artisan goods, and community vibes in the heart of the city. Support local growers, eat well, and soak up the weekend atmosphere.

Find out more here.

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THE LITTLE BIG MARKETS

Dates: Various, see event page here
Time: 9am – 2pm
Where: Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui and The Waterfront at The Strand, Tauranga

Whether you’re keen to pick up some artisanal goods, want to shop for some new crafty knickknacks or just tuck into some scrumptious delights, The Little Big Markets has it all. The markets are held in Mount Maunganui and at the waterfront in Tauranga and have a range of the Bay’s finest market stalls. Dogs are welcome too. 

Keep an eye on The Little Big Markets’ Facebook page to see when your next market is on.

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WAIHĪ BEACH SATURDAY FARMERS MARKET

Dates: Every Saturday
Time: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Where: Waihī Beach School (Te Kura Tātahī o Waihī)

Enjoy the ambience of live music while connecting with producers, locals and visitors alike - let’s show off our amazing Waihī Beach culture! 

Dog & pet friendly - dogs must be on a  short leash and under control at all times.

Find out more here.

Katikati Sunday market

KATIKATI SUNDAY FARMERS' MARKET

Dates: Every Sunday
Time: 9am – 1pm
Where: Katikati War Memorial Hall

Free Parking - Please park in town (short 100 m walk) - or behind the hall.

Shop for fresh produce, bread, baked goods, food, coffee, and more. Dog-friendly (On a leash only - no dangerous dogs) Kids Market 3rd Saturday of the Month.

Find out more here.

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KATIKATI TOWN AND COUNTRY MARKET

Dates: Second Saturday of every month
Time: 9am – 1pm
Where: Katikati Memorial Hall, Main Street, Katikati

Emerging from a need to offer an option for residents of Katikati seeking high-quality produce and artisanal goods without having to travel to distant markets. Whether your preference is to support local businesses or engage with the passionate creators behind the products, the Katikati Town and Country Market provides a showcase of the finest offerings from Aotearoa.

Te Puke community market

TE PUKE COMMUNITY MARKET

Dates: Third Saturday of every month from October 2025 to April 2026
Time: 9am - 12pm
Where: Jubilee Park, Te Puke

Browse fresh local produce, handmade crafts, plants, and unique finds while meeting the locals and enjoying the relaxed, small-town vibe.

Find out more here

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PĀPĀMOA COMMUNITY MARKET

When: Sundays
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Where: Te Manawa ō Pāpāmoa school, 72 Te Okuroa Drive, Papamoa

People are at the heart of the Pāpāmoa Community Market — a vibrant Sunday hub celebrating connection, culture, and local talent. Come for the kai, stay for the community. Shop, eat, enjoy, and support local!

Check out their website for more info.

Maketu Market

MAKETŪ MARKET

Dates: Third (and fifth) Sunday of every month
Time: 7am – 12pm
Where: Maketū Park Rd Reserve

Maketū Market, the “friendly market by the sea,” is a popular destination offering diverse food, a coffee truck, crafts, bric-a-brac, music, natural remedies, plants, and produce. Located by Maketū Estuary, it features a playground for kids and exercise machines. Feeling energetic? Follow the markers for a fascinating historic walk!

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DINNER IN THE PARK

Dates: Sundays, 30 November 2025 - 26 April 2026
Time: 5pm - 8.30pm
Where: Matua Park, Hall Road, Tauranga

Dinner in the Domain’s spin off, Dinner in the Park is back this summer at Matua Park! Enjoy street food, live music, fresh brews and the best vibes.

Check out their Facebook page for more info. 

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