Summer markets are back!
It’s that time again, when the sun is always shining, the air is always warm, and the markets are back up and running! 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.
THE LITTLE BIG MARKETS
Dates: 1st, 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month (Mount Maunganui), the 3rd Saturday of every month (Papamoa)
Time: Saturdays, 9am – 2pm
Where: Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui and Papamoa Pony Club, Papamoa Beach
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. Held across both Mount Maunganui and Papamoa, these markets 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.
WAIHĪ BEACH SUNDAY MARKET
Dates: 23th October 2022 – 9th April 2023
Time: Sunday, 9am – 1pm
Where: Wilson Park, Waihī Beach
Your Sunday morning must-do! Get out and about and enjoy the happy Sunday morning vibes at the Sunday Market. Fresh produce, flowers, food, coffee and much more each week.
Find out more here.
WHAKATĀNE SUNDAY MARKET
Dates: Every Sunday
Time: 8am – 1pm
Where: Whakatāne War Memorial Hall, Whakatāne
Your go-to Sunday market for fresh, local produce, artisanal goods, arts, crafts and delicious treats and more. See you there!
Find out more here.
THE FLORAL HUB
Dates: Thursday mornings from October to April
Time: 7.30am – 8.30am
Where: Holy Trinity Church, 215 Devonport Road, Tauranga
Your go-to flower hub. Stock up on some stunning blooms to brighten up your day!
Check out their Facebook page for more info.
GOURMET NIGHT MARKETS
Dates: 4th November 2022 – 28th February 2023
Time: Friday nights, 5pm – 9pm
Where: Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui
The night markets are back! Friday night drinks, dinners and desserts are sorted, head on down to Coronation Park and take your pick of deliciousness. Bringing together all of the best food trucks into one place, as well as live music, it’s the place to be this summer!
Find out more on the Facebook Page.
DINNER IN THE DOMAIN
Dates: 3rd November 2022 – 16th March 2023
Time: Thursday nights, 5pm – 8.30pm
Where: Papamoa Pony Club, Papamoa Beach
Grab your friends and family and come on down to the Papamoa 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.
DINNER IN THE PARK
Dates: 6th November 2022 – 19 March 2023
Time: Sunday nights 5pm – 8.30pm
Where: Matua Park, Tauranga
You didn’t think we would forget about you did you Tauranga? Dinner in the Domain’s spin off, Dinner in the Park is coming this summer to Matua Park!
Check out their Facebook page for more info.
TAURANGA CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK
Dates: 10th-11th of December
Times: 9am - 2pm
Where: Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui
This year, Tauranga Christmas in the Park have partnered with The Little Big Markets to bring you the ultimate Christmas themed artisan market over two days! Enjoy live entertainment, let the kids run free in the family fun zone, and try the best street food Bay of Plenty has to offer, all while shopping around locally made arts and crafts. And of course, Santa will be popping in for a visit!
Check out their Instagram page for more info.
FOODEE STREET FOOD MARKET
Dates: Every Friday
Times: 5.30pm-8pm
Where: Taumata school, The Lakes
Drop by and pick up something for dinner, or stay and enjoy the great atmosphere. Something for everyone with gluten free and vegan options.
Check out their website for more info.
THE EXTRAVAGANZA FAIR
Dates: 31st December 2022 – 2nd January 2023
Time: 9am – 9pm
Where: Waihī Beach Community Centre, Waihī Beach
The annual Extravaganza Fair is back, and this time over the New Year period! Bringing together the best of the best — arts & crafts stalls, delicious food, musical entertainment and loads of fun for the kids. Held over three days, what a way to bring in 2023!
Find out more here.
WAIHĪ BEACH SUMMER FAIR
Date: Saturday 7th January 2023
Time: 10am – 4pm
Where: Wilson Park, Waihī Beach
Gather up the troops and come along to the town’s biggest event, the Waihī Beach Summer Fair. Here you’ll enjoy over 200 market stalls, from food, drink, arts and crafts, and plenty of live entertainment. See you there!
Find out more on their Facebook page.
FARMERS' MARKETS IN THE BAY
A farmers' market is defined as a place where local farmers and growers sell their produce directly to the public. Don't you just love to know where your food comes from? Check out some of the local markets near you so you can #supportlocal.
MOUNT MAINSTREET URBAN MARKET
When: Sundays
Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm
Where: Te Papa o Ngā Manu Porotakataka, 137 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
Find out more here.
KATIKATI PRODUCE MARKET
When: Fridays
Time: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
Where: A&P Showgrounds, Katikati
Check out their Facebook page for more info.
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