Whangarei Markets

Whangarei’s markets range from a 25-year-old Saturday morning growers market in the city centre to seasonal twilight markets on the Tutukaka Coast. There’s something running almost every weekend — whether you’re after fresh produce, handmade crafts, or a Friday night feed under the Canopy Bridge.

Browse the full guide below — practical info, what each market offers, and how to find them.

Markets at a Glance

Whangarei Growers Market	Every Saturday, 6am–10am | 17 Water Street
Artisans Market (Town Basin)	Selected Saturdays Oct–Apr, 9am–1:30pm | Putahi Park, Town Basin
Canopy Night Market	Selected Fridays Nov–Apr, 5pm–8pm | Canopy Bridge, Town Basin
Tikipunga Market	Every Sunday, 7am–11am | Tikipunga High School, 194 Corks Rd
Onerahi Hall Market	Saturdays, 8am–12pm (weekly summer, fortnightly winter) | 130 Onerahi Rd
Parua Bay Farmers & Crafters Market	2nd Sunday, 9am–1pm | Parua Bay Community Centre
Maungakaramea Hall Market	3rd Saturday | Tauraroa & Tangihua Roads, Maungakaramea
Tutukaka Twilight Market	Selected summer Saturdays, 4pm–8pm | Tutukaka Marina green
Marsden Cove Marina Market	Selected summer Sundays, 9:30am–2pm | Marsden Cove Marina, Bream Bay
Waipu Boutique Sunday Market	2nd Sunday, 9am–1pm | Waipu Coronation Hall
Waipu Street Market	Public holiday weekends | Caledonian Park, Waipu

Whangarei City Markets

Whangarei Growers Market

Whangarei Growers Market is one of New Zealand’s original growers markets, running every Saturday at 17 Water Street from 6am to 10am. It’s been going since 1998 and has a regular local following. Come early for the best selection — by 9am the most popular stalls are selling down.

The market is produce-focused: seasonal fruit and vegetables from local growers, free-range eggs, meats, artisan bread and pastries, honey, flowers, and plants. Rain or shine, year-round.

Location: 17 Water Street, Whangarei
Hours: Every Saturday, 6am–10am
Cost: Free entry

Artisans Market at Town Basin

The Artisans Market runs on selected Saturdays from October through April at Putahi Park, beside the Canopy Bridge in Town Basin, in front of the Hundertwasser Art Centre. Hours are 9am to 1:30pm. Over 100 stallholders take part — expect fine art, pottery, jewellery, clothing, garden decor, and local food producers.

Check The Market Ladies website for specific dates each season — typically fortnightly from late October through April.

Location: Putahi Park, Town Basin
Hours: Selected Saturdays, Oct–Apr, 9am–1:30pm
Cost: Free entry

The Canopy Night Market

Whangarei’s most atmospheric market runs on selected Friday evenings from November through April under the Canopy Bridge at Town Basin — 5pm to 8pm. Street food trucks with global flavours, live music, and a relaxed waterfront setting. Not a produce or craft market — come hungry.

Check The Market Ladies or the WDC events calendar for current dates.

Location: Canopy Bridge, Town Basin
Hours: Selected Fridays, Nov–Apr, 5pm–8pm
Cost: Free entry

Tikipunga Market

The Tikipunga Market is Whangarei’s most eclectic weekly market, held every Sunday morning at Tikipunga High School (194 Corks Road) from 7am to 11am. Fresh produce, locally caught seafood, arts and crafts, plants, car boot bargains, and food stalls serving breakfast and coffee.

Location: Tikipunga High School, 194 Corks Road
Hours: Every Sunday, 7am–11am
Cost: Free entry

Onerahi Hall Market

A long-running community market at 130 Onerahi Road, operating Saturday mornings from 8am to noon. Weekly in summer (September–July), fortnightly in winter (1st and 3rd Saturday). Local produce, plants, honey, woodwork, crafts, preserves, second-hand goods, and furniture — indoor and outdoor stalls.

Location: 130 Onerahi Road, Onerahi
Hours: Saturdays 8am–12pm (weekly in summer; fortnightly in winter)
Cost: Free entry | Enquiries: Jenny Edwards, 09 436 0009

Markets Around the Whangarei District

Parua Bay Farmers & Crafters Market

A fortnightly market at the Parua Bay Community Centre (1341 Whangarei Heads Road), on the 2nd Sunday of each month, 9am–1pm. A mix of artisan crafts, homewares, plants, and homemade food. Worth combining with a drive out to Whangarei Heads.

Location: Parua Bay Community Centre, 1341 Whangarei Heads Road
Hours: 2nd Sunday, 9am–1pm
Cost: Free entry | paruabaymarket.co.nz

Maungakaramea Hall Market

A rural community market on the 3rd Saturday of the month at the corner of Tauraroa and Tangihua Roads in Maungakaramea — about 30 minutes northwest of Whangarei on the way to Dargaville. Crafts, produce, and food stalls. Wheelchair accessible. Check their Facebook page for current times.

Location: Corner Tauraroa & Tangihua Roads, Maungakaramea
When: 3rd Saturday of the month | Cost: Free entry

Tutukaka Coast Markets

Tutukaka Twilight Market

The Tutukaka Twilight Market runs on selected Saturday evenings in summer (4pm–8pm) on the marina green at Tutukaka Marina, about 30 minutes northeast of Whangarei. Local artisans, food trucks, music, and a waterfront setting — one of the more atmospheric market experiences in the region.

2026 dates included 31 January, 21 February, and 21 March. Check Northland NZ or the Tutukaka Markets Instagram for current season dates.

Location: Tutukaka Marina green
Hours: Selected summer Saturdays, 4pm–8pm | Cost: Free entry

Marsden Cove Marina Market

A seasonal summer market at Marsden Cove Marina in Bream Bay (9:30am–2pm), on selected Sundays from around November through March. About 25 minutes south of Whangarei on the way to Waipu. Stalls line the marina walkway with local goods, food, and live entertainment.

Check the Marsden Cove Marina events page for current dates.

Location: Marsden Cove Marina, Bream Bay
Hours: Selected summer Sundays, 9:30am–2pm | Cost: Free entry

Waipu Markets

Waipu Boutique Sunday Market

Held on the 2nd Sunday of every month inside the Waipu Coronation Hall (main street, opposite the Waipu Museum), 9am–1pm. A curated indoor market with local art and craft, fresh produce, a café, and live music. Waipu is about 45 minutes south of Whangarei on SH1.

Location: Waipu Coronation Hall, Waipu main street
Hours: 2nd Sunday, 9am–1pm | Cost: Free entry
Contact: waipumarket.co.nz

Waipu Street Market

A larger market running on public holiday weekends — Auckland Anniversary, Easter Saturday, King’s Birthday, and Labour Weekend — at Caledonian Park and along the Waipu main street. Food, crafts, second-hand goods, music, and family entertainment. Check Promote Waipu for dates.

Location: Caledonian Park and main street, Waipu
When: Public holiday weekends | Cost: Free entry

FAQ

What is the biggest market in Whangarei?
The Whangarei Growers Market is the longest-running (since 1998). The Artisans Market at Town Basin attracts over 100 stallholders on selected summer Saturdays and is the largest craft market in the city.

What time does the Whangarei Growers Market start?
6am — arrive before 9am for the best selection. Runs until 10am every Saturday.

Is there a market in Whangarei on Sundays?
Yes — Tikipunga Market runs every Sunday 7am–11am at Tikipunga High School. The Parua Bay Farmers & Crafters Market also runs on the 2nd Sunday of each month.

When is the Canopy Night Market in Whangarei?
Selected Friday evenings November through April, 5pm–8pm, at the Canopy Bridge Town Basin. Check The Market Ladies website for current dates.

Is the Tutukaka Twilight Market still running?
Yes — selected Saturday evenings in summer, 4pm–8pm, at Tutukaka Marina green. Follow their Instagram for upcoming dates.

Are dogs allowed at Whangarei markets?
Outdoor markets like Tikipunga and Onerahi Hall are generally dog-friendly on leash. Indoor markets may not allow dogs — check with organisers.

Where is the Waipu market?
Two Waipu markets: Waipu Boutique Sunday Market (2nd Sunday, Coronation Hall) and Waipu Street Market (public holiday weekends, Caledonian Park). About 45 minutes south of Whangarei on SH1.