Events

Events At The Market

We have a number of regular annual events at Carterton Farmers’ Market, along with some less frequent ones too. Take a look below to find out more:

Annual Events

Each year there are some events that occur around the same time that are a great draw for stallholders and customers alike. These include:

The Annual Plant Sale

Our largest and best known event, The Annual Plant Sale started from the closure of the Opaki School Plant Sale. Seeing a need to continue such an initiative, the event was born. We have upwards of 45 stalls each year, with plant, trees and shrubs, edibles, tropicals and natives. Fundraising from this event will go to local community groups – one being chosen each year.

Arbor Sale

There’s a clue in the name for this event; the weekend before Arbor Day, we ask our local growers of trees, shrubs, plants and natives to join us in the Square. We encourage the planting of trees across the town, district and Wairarapa region through this event, and support relevant local fundraisers too!

Easter Market

Each year we ask the Easter Bunny to visit Memorial Square. She brings with her a basket full of chocolate eggs and other treats for the kids to enjoy. We have also set up some activities for the children, including egg painting. This is great event for the family!

Christmas Market

On the last market before Christmas, we invite local producers of crafts and other items that make great last minute gifts. These can include wooden platters, kids toy trucks, crafted dolls and lots more.

Upcoming Event Dates

The Annual Plant Sale 2024

The Annual Plant Sale 2024 will return on Sunday 3rd November. More details to follow as we have them. In the meantime, get in touch to reserve your market stall space! Read More

Arbor & Harvest Sale 2024

Carterton Farmers' Market will host their annual Arbor Sale on Sunday, 26th May. The event will feature a variety of trees and shrubs that can be planted whilst dormant, as well as winter crops for the vege garden. https://www.facebook.com/events/979959063352340/ Read More

The Annual Plant Sale 2023

Carterton Farmers' Market will host The Annual Plant 2023 Sale on Sunday, 29th October. The event will feature a variety of plants, tropical, natives, trees and shrubs for your garden, along with our usual range of produce. https://www.facebook.com/events/795158025599383/ Read More