FAQs

General frequently asked questions

Christmas Mākete - The Cardboard Cathedral

Date

1 & 2 December

Time

Friday 5-9pm & Saturday 10-2pm

Location

The Transitional Cathedral, 234 Hereford Street, Christchurch

WILL THERE BE AN ATM?

An eftpos cash out machine will be available on the Friday but not Saturday sorry! Don’t worry as most vendors also accept bank transfers and eftpos.

WHERE CAN I PARK?

There are many free parks on surrounding streets close by! Otherwise there is a wee Wilson carpark next to the Cathedral on Hereford Street

ARE DOGS ALLOWED?

Not this time sorry!

WILL THERE BE FACE PAINTING?

YES! Our faves Crowntastic Events will be face painting at 7pm-9pm on Friday & all day Saturday!

IS THERE FOOD?

Absolutely! There is plenty of yummy kai. We have food trucks outside to the side of the Cathedral aswell as heaps of sweet treats inside. Make sure you come with an empty tum, that’s for sure!

IS IT PAID ENTRY?

Nope! There is an optional Koha/gold coin entry to go towards the Cathedral venue.

IS THERE A GIFT DRIVE & WHERE DO I PUT MY UNWRAPPED GIFT?

Yes! We will be donating unwrapped gifts to the City Mission. There will be a Christmas tree on both days that you can put your donated gift under.

IF IT’S RAINING ARE THE MARKETS ON?

Absolutely! Our Christmas market is mainly indoors and will go ahead rain, hail or snow!

Summer Mākete - The Arts Centre

Date

10th Feb

Time

Saturday 10-4pm

Location

The Arts Centre, 2 Worcester Street, CBD, Christchurch

WILL THERE BE AN ATM?

An eftpos cash out machine will be available at the info desk at the start of the market. Most stallholders also accept bank transfers aswell!

WHERE CAN I PARK?

There are many free parks on surrounding streets, otherwise there is also a paid parking Wilson’s (109 Cambridge Terrace)

ARE DOGS ALLOWED?

Yes absolutely! We also have many stalls who offer dog treats, and dog accessories for your furry friend.

WILL THERE BE FACE PAINTING?

YES! Crowntastic Events will be face painting all day long. Our faves Elsa, Ana & Kristoff will also be performing for you to come, sing & get your groove on! Find them performing at 10.30, 12.30 & 2.30pm.

IS THERE FOOD?

Ummm of course! We have many food trucks and stalls that will satisfy your cravings!

IS IT PAID ENTRY?

Nope! There is an optional koha/gold coin entry to go to Variety NZ. Variety NZ enables children & young people to thrive in Aotearoa

IF IT’S RAINING ARE THE MARKETS ON?

If it rains unfortunately we will not be able to operate. However, no need to worry! Our market would be rescheduled to the following Saturday (17th of Feb)

Stallholder frequently asked questions

When can I apply?

Keep an eye on our socials ( instagram & facebook) as details will be posted when applications go live. You will then be directed to our website where you can apply via the button on our home page. Please note applications will be open for a minimum of 4 weeks.

How do I apply?

To apply, please visit our website’s homepage and click on the ‘stallholder applications’ button. This will lead you to the application page. Once you have filled out the application, be sure to click on the ‘submit’ button to complete the process.

Do I have to apply each time?

Yes for each market you wish to attend, you will need to submit a separate application. However, if you have been a stallholder with us in the past, you won’t need to fill out every question again. Some of the information may already be on record, streamlining the application process for returning stallholders.

Who can apply?

Anyone and everyone can apply to show their craft!

I have been accepted! Now what?

When the application results are ready, we’ll inform you via email. One of the images from your application will be selected to announce your participation in the markets on our media channels. Additionally, we’ll share marketing material for you to promote your presence at our events and give you tips on stall design.

As the event date draws nearer, we’ll be in touch with you about stall setup and other essential details.

I’ve been offered a position on the waitlist, what does that mean?

Getting on the waitlist isn’t a no! it shows our admiration for your work and interest in your brand should opportunities become available. Please remember that to be officially added to the waitlist, you must accept the offer. This allows us to keep you updated and potentially offer you a position in the future.

What do I do if I need to cancel my application?

Please flick us through an email asap, we will then withdraw your application.

Can I sell for one day only?

Definitely! During the application process, you will have the option to apply for a single day if you prefer not to participate on both days.