Auckland’s Best Christmas Markets To Visit This 2026 Festive Season
Kathryn Steane
Former Contributor | Urban List NZ
We love a good market, especially one with the word 'Christmas' attached. So hop in the car, crank up the Mariah (your secret's safe with me) and head along to one of these incredible Christmas markets coming to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland this holiday season.
Here are the best Christmas markets to hit up in Auckland in 2026.
German Christmas Market
Speed through your gift list at the German Christmas Market while sipping on hot chocolate (or a cheeky mulled wine) and eating your bodyweight in candied almonds, cookies, and the largest collection of pretzels this side of Berlin. Put all that sugar to good use with a sesh in one of the bouncy castles (whoops, kids only) before making your own wreath, magic wand or other creation inside the Bastelstube craft grotto.
The Details
Where: 30 Kaurilands Road, Titirangi
When: Saturday 14 November 2026, 3-8pm
Cost: Entry is free
Takapuna Christmas Carnival
Kiwi Christmasses are synonymous with hot summer days by the beach, and that's exactly what you'll get at the Takapuna Christmas Carnival (Tāmaki weather gods-permitting). Waiwharariki Anzac Square and the surrounding area will play host to an array of holiday-themed entertainment, market stalls and more. Shop to your heart's content then kick back beside the Christmas tree on Hurstmere Green.
The Details
Where: Waiwharariki Anzac Square, Takapuna
When: Saturday 21 November 2026, 10am-3pm
Cost: Entry is free
Christmas Craft Harvest Market
Image credit: Craft Harvest | Facebook
Parnell’s Christmas Craft Harvest Market is a five-strong series this year with festivities kicking off as early as 21 November, then continuing through to the Saturday before Christmas. Springing to life in the historic Jubilee Hall, you'll find all manner of goods and trinkets, all crafted with meticulous care. Think knitwear, toys, décor, candles, stationery, decorations, and more. As a bonus, this market happens alongside the Parnell Farmers Market so you can sort your weekly shop at the same time.
The Details
Where: Jubilee Hall, Parnell
When: Every Saturday from 21 November-19 December 2026, 8-11.45am
Cost: Entry is free
Cathedral Christmas Market
Christmas shopping sounds a helluva lot merrier with a cone of golden fries in hand. Hightail it to the Cathedral Christmas Market for this and a whole lot more Food Truck Collective wizardry (thanks to the folks at Double Dutch Fries, Amaranto, Hapunan Filipino Kitchen, Brooklyn Dogs, Sweet As Crepes, and Butter Baby), a pop-up bar, market stalls to meander and beats by The Burtones.
The Details
Where: Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell
When: Friday 27 November 2026, 5-7.30pm
Cost: Entry is free
Avondale Kirihimete Market
Three words: free dog portraits. Yes siree, if you needed just one reason to hit this market, that has got to be it. Alongside this wildly adorable happening, you'll peruse market stalls to freshly spun beats, with kai on hand when energy levels wane, and a craft station for when inspiration hits. A collab from Auckland Council, Open Circle Markets, Avondale Business Association and Interesting Things, this one's going to be massive.
The Details
Where: Avondale Art Park, 1913-1925 Great North Road, Avondale
When: Saturday 28 November 2026, 2-8pm
Cost: Entry is free
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General Collective Lifestyle & Design Market - Christmas Edition
Market royalty, General Collective, are bringing their hugely-anticipated Lifestyle & Design Market back this November, with a decidedly festive spin. With over a hundred brands in the lineup, spanning homewares, edible treats, decorations, jewellery, fashion, natural skincare, kids' stuff, and art, you'll be hard-pressed to walk out of there without having burned through your gift list (and probably with a couple of extras just for you).
The Details
Where: Auckland Showgrounds, 217 Green Lane West, Epsom
When: Sunday 29 November 2026, 9am-3pm
Cost: $5 entry (kids under 12 free)
Howick Village Christmas Fair
Make quick work of that gift list with a trip to the annual Howick Village Christmas Fair—not only will the local shops be open, but there'll be a market teeming with artisan goodies by talented local makers, plus live music and entertainment.
The Details
Where: 6/1 Central Terrace, Howick
When: Friday 4 December 2026, 5.30-9.30pm
Cost: Entry is free
Christmas Makers' Market
With wonderful things by some of Tāmaki Makaurau's finest local makers and an opportunity to get your Christmas craft on—for free, no less—6 December can't come fast enough. Swing by, get a solid haul, and hang out with collage artist extraordinarie Naomi Azoulay who'll be on hand to assist with Christmas card-making.
The Details
Where: Studio One Toi Tū, 1 Ponsonby Road
When: Saturday 5 December 2026, 10am-2pm
Cost: Entry is free
Karanga Plaza Christmas Market
An artisan Christmas market will be descending on Karanga Plaza complete with craft workshops, pet photography and market stalls for days, all in a gorgeous waterfront setting. Once you've had your fill of the festivities make the most of Wynyard Quarter, popping into one of the local bars and eateries for top notch hospitality, vibes a-plenty and, most importantly, kai to boost those energy levels after all that mahi market-ing.
The Details
Where: Karanga Plaza
When: Saturday 5 December 2026 10am-6pm & Sunday 6 December 2026 10am-3pm
Cost: Entry is free
Britomart Christmas Market
Britomart markets always pop off and this year's Christmas edition will be no exception. Make a pitstop to get that list on lock, and sort out your pantry for the week ahead at the same time. Don't forget some treats for road too, naturally.
The Details
Where: Britomart Place
When: Sunday 6 December 2026, 8am-2pm
Cost: Entry is free
Big Clay Day Out
Okay, so this isn't specifically a Christmas market but if you're shopping for people who go a bit cray for the clay, the Big Clay Day Out should be top of your agenda. Auckland Studio Potters' biggest annual open day, you'll want to go armed with carry bags and boxes (at the very least an empty car boot) so you can snap up all manner of ceramic treasures like whimsical mugs, elegant vases, stunning platters and cute bits and bobs to pop on the Christmas tree.
The Details
Where: Auckland Studio Potters, 96 Captain Springs Road, Onehunga
When: Sunday 6 December 2026, 10am-3pm
Cost: Entry is free
Matakana Christmas Night Market
Image credit: Matakana Country Park Market / Supplied
Make ready your sleigh and head north to the Christmas Market Matakana, where you'll wander dozens of stalls selling holiday-themed gifts and décor nestled beneath overhanging maple trees (I can feel my festive cup filling as I write this). I know this is a fair way for some of you to fly, even with the fittest of reindeer, so best tag on dinner and a mosey around the township while you're there.
The Details
Where: 33 Omaha Flats Road, Tawharanui Peninsula, Matakana
When: Friday 11 December 2026, 5-9pm
Cost: Entry is free
Food Art Market Kirihimete Special
The date for the final F.A.M. for the year is set, and if history is anything to go by, it'll likely be serving Kirihimete—big time with sweet deals, live music, art tours, dope eats and entertainment. Stay tuned for the full lineup.
The Details
Where: Karangahape Road & Beresford Square
When: Saturday 12 December 2026,
Cost: Entry is free
Queers & Wares Christmas Market
The QueerAF Queers & Wares Xmas Market is back for another year at Studio One Toi Tū and it’s brimming with LGBTQI+ creative talent. Come away with some wonderful, sustainable pieces by skillful local queer artists from around Aotearoa. Full lineup to be announced but you can expect handmade, sustainable and thoughtfully-crafted goods—a.k.a. everything you need to smash that Christmas list in one fabulous swoop.
The Details
Where: Studio One Toi Tū, 1 Ponsonby Road
When: Saturday 12 December 2026, 10am-3pm
Cost: Entry is free
Panmure Christmas Festival & Market
If sorting your Christmas admin while soundbathing in Bollywood is a bit of you, you'll want to hit the Panmure Christmas Festival & Market. Alongside the makers market, there'll be dance troupes, Bollywood performances, Chinese dancers, a photo op with Santa, face painting, balloon twisters, craft, a giant bubble show, stilt walkers and a 30-piece brass marching band. Better still, the first 200 visitors will snag a free Soul Sweet waffle ice cream to chow down on while you shop. This is Christmas shopping like never before.
The Details
Where: Panmure Community Hall, Carpark & Panmure Library Precinct, 3-13 Pilkington Road, Panmure
When: Saturday 12 December 2026, 11am-3pm
Cost: Entry is free
Catalina Christmas In The Bay
A Christmas market is the perfect excuse for a sojourn around Catalina Bay. Make an apparance between 8.30am and 2pm and you'll enjoy a curation of boutique stalls as well as some seriously good kai (courtesy of some top tier food trucks), face painting, and live music to keep spirits bright. Word on the street is that Santa himself will also be putting in an appearance at some point too.
The Details
Where: Catalina Bay Farmers Market, Hudson Bay Road Extension, Hobsonville
When: Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December 2026, 8.30am-2pm
Cost: Entry is free
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Main image credit: General Collective / Supplied
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