Night Markets, Auckland Overview

Known for its popular weekend shopping markets, New Zealand sets up regular market events where most farmers market fresh produces to their customers. These stalls are widely popular for the quality of fruits, vegetables, dairy, and commodities. Apart from items, these markets have breakfast and coffee stalls too.

Many of these markets are famous leisure hang-out spots. Some tourist-famous markets are the Christchurch Farmers' Market in Riccarton, the Matakana Farmers' Market and the La Cigale French Market in Auckland, the Rotorua Night Market and the Wellington Harbourside Market. Many unpopular markets, such as the Whangarei Growers' Market, the Otago Farmers' Market and the Creative Queenstown Arts and Crafts Market, are worth the visit.

Matakana Farmers' Market

The popularly loved Matakana Farmers' Market is known for the are vineyards, along with stage performances, food stalls, and artisanal creations. It is also famous for buying edibles like Whangaripo buffalo cheese, Manuka honey and whitebait fritters. The weekly market is the perfect place for picnics or a day off with friends and family.
Timings
Every Saturday - 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location
Market Square of Matakana, Auckland
Tips
It is advised to bring your own shopping bags as the area is zero-waste.

Whangarei Growers' Market

The Whangarei Growers' Market is not only one of the popular places to buy fresh local produce, but also an entertainment and cultural hub for traditional music and food items. Functional every Saturday morning, the Whangarei Grower's Market is adored by the local community for its live busker music, coffee and local marketers. The market follows a rule that all products sold must come from the Northland, making the market one of the best places to shop for authentic raw Northland food items.

La Cigale French Market

The La Cigale French Market in Parnell, Auckland is a French inspired market voted as Auckland's Best Food Market. The market primarily deals with fresh overseas produce and quality products such as French cheese, smoked Akaroa salmon, pâtés, terrines, jams, chutneys, etc. La Cigale French Market serves the famous Croque Monsieur along with a great cup of coffee to the visitors after they've heartily shopped.
Timings
Every Saturday - 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Sunday - 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM