New Zealand has hundreds of food and drink events every year, spread across 16 regions from Northland to Southland. The challenge has always been finding them. Festival dates get announced on Facebook pages, market schedules sit buried in council listings, and some of the best artisan events travel purely by word of mouth.
We track the NZ food scene closely because it’s how we discover new producers and stay connected to what’s happening in regional food culture. That research now lives on a dedicated food and drink events page that anyone can use for free.
What kinds of events are listed?
The calendar covers a wide range of food and drink experiences across the country. Large annual festivals like Visa Wellington On a Plate and the Hokitika Wildfoods Festival sit alongside smaller regional markets, craft beer events, wine tastings, and community harvest days. We add new listings regularly as organisers confirm their dates for the season.
Every event links to its official source so you can check details, buy tickets, and plan ahead.
How to find events in your region
Visit the events calendar page, select your region from the filter, and browse what’s coming up. You can also subscribe to the calendar feed, which pushes new events straight into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, or Outlook. No account needed.
The 16 regions currently covered: Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s Bay, Manawatu-Whanganui, Wairarapa, Wellington, Nelson Tasman, Marlborough, West Coast, Canterbury, Central Otago, Southland, and nationwide events that span multiple regions.
Why we put this together
We spend a lot of time paying attention to food producers and what’s happening in their communities. Tracking events helps us understand seasonal patterns, regional specialities, and the people behind the products we stock. Sharing that research publicly was a small step from keeping it internal.
If you love food and want to plan a weekend around something worth eating, this is for you.
Are you an event organiser?
We want this to be as comprehensive as possible. If you run a food or drink event anywhere in New Zealand and want it listed, get in touch. There’s no cost. The more events we include, the more useful the calendar becomes for everyone.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get notified about new events?
Subscribe to the calendar feed from the events page and new events will appear in your personal calendar automatically. We also feature upcoming events in our newsletter.
How often is the events calendar updated?
We add new events as organisers announce them, typically once a month. Seasonal events are loaded in batches when programmes are confirmed. Each listing links to the official event source for the latest details.
Does the calendar include farmers’ markets?
No. Regular farmers’ markets, artisan markets, and food markets are not part of the calendar but we may add this in the future.
Is this calendar free to use?
Completely free. No account, no sign up, no catch. Visit the page, pick your region, and browse what’s coming up.
