Kapiti Food FairKāpiti Food Fair: Getting ready for an ultimate food festival on the Kāpiti Coast
Kāpiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand, November 14th, 2024: Before we know it the Kāpiti Food Fair will be taking place on Saturday, November 30th, 10am to 5pm. We have released the Site Map, yet there’s still lots to tick off the to-do lists for the team behind-the-scenes, yet we are getting more excited by the day about delivering the Fair and creating happy memories for many visitors. Standard tickets are open until to the day of the Fair – head over to our website to get your tickets now, and save >> https://kapitifoodfair.co.nz/tickets
$20 Adults | $15 Gold Card & Student ID | Children up to 12 are FREE anytime
WHY GET TICKETS before the day?
** Ticket Savings: Buying tickets at the Ticket Office costs $25 for adults and $20 for Gold Card & Student ID holders. Save money upfront and spend more on delicious food at the Fair!
** Priority Parking: With a ticket, enjoy convenient parking at Mazengarb Reserve. Once full, ticketless visitors will need to park further away.
** Skip the Queue: Walk straight in with your ticket – no waiting in line to buy a more expensive ticket on-site!
** Parking Tips: Without a ticket? Opt for managed gold coin parking at Connect Church Green Reserve on Mazengarb Road, or choose free, unmanaged parking at Paraparaumu College, shown on their welcome sign.
DON’T wait – grab your tickets today! It takes just a few minutes and helps secure a closer parking spot based on availability. Disabled parking is near Gate Entry 2, with parking attendants ready to assist.
For those in the queue, scan QR codes at the Ticket Office to purchase tickets easily on your phone. Show your email for quick entry or let the Gate Entry team find your booking in the APP!
LOCAL Visitors: We recommend walking, running, biking (with plenty of bike racks and lock-up options), or taking the free bus circuit from Paraparaumu Station. Departure times are: 10.13am, 10.43am, 11.13am, 11.43, 12.13pm, 12.43, 1.13pm, 1.43pm, 2.13pm, 2.43pm, 3.13pm, 3.43pm, and 4.13pm.
HEADS UP: Meadow Court entry will be CLOSED, and Realm car park entry will be OPEN with a fenced pathway to tarmac parking near to Gate Entry 2.
Friendly dogs on leashes are welcome, with free water available for pets and humans at the INFO Hub.
TOP TIPS for a FANTASTIC DAY at the Kāpiti Food Fair:
- Bring a gold coin for parking donations.
- Pack a hat and sunscreen – complimentary SPF is available if you need it.
- Bring a picnic blanket to relax, enjoy the ambiance, and savor shared treats – there’s also plenty of seating and shaded areas.
- Plan your foodie route with the Site Map – Browse the Site Map now >> https://kapitifoodfair.co.nz/visitors/visitor-site-map
- Visit the Tuatara Bar for a pint of “Kāpiti’s Finest at the Fair” made by Tuatara Brewing specially for Kāpiti Food Fair – children are welcome with parents or guardians.
- Most vendors accept EFTPOS or bank transfer. Need cash? The ATM has a $50 withdrawal limit and $1 fee per transaction, with limited cash available on site.
GO TO the INFO Hub for questions, lost property, or free bag storage if you’d rather not carry heavy bags all day. ALSO, grab Kāpiti Food Fair merchandise at great prices – $3 cotton shopping bags, $5 fun tea towels, and $10 stylish aprons, perfect for holiday gifts!
Emergency services by Hato Hone St John are on-site if needed.
ENTERTAINMENT: Enjoy live music all day on the Tuatara Stage, featuring the iconic Warratahs from 3:30pm to 5pm. Love cooking? Visit the ANZ Kāpiti Kitchen Stage for demos, or head to the ZEAL Zone for local talent, circus acts, Afro percussion & moringa dancing. There’s also a supervised kids’ zone for families.
TUATARA Stage
9.45am – Official welcome
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM | Hoot ‘n’ Annies: Wellington's all-female brass street band – vibrant sounds of New Orleans, funky tunes & high energy parade.
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM | Green Geraldine: Banging vintage groovy, bluesy dance hits from the 60’s to the 90's by musical legends.
12:15 PM – 1:00 PM | Lady Artemis: Wahine DJ extraordinaire guaranteed to light up the groove on the lunch time dance floor.
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | The Blueprint: Ultimate covers experience with laid-back sun rock jams, dance-floor fillers to stadium anthems.
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM | The Warratahs: Iconic band of Aotearoa who’s written some of New Zealand’s most loved songs with poetic lyrics skidding along on an exciting blend of accordion, fiddle, drums, guitars, and song – rockabilly with fire!
ANZ Kāpiti Kitchen Stage
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM | Clint Lindsey | Black Dog BBQ: American-style BBQ meat demo, where Clint will expertly prepare, trim and talk through the cooking process using their own delicious spice rubs and fresh cuts of meat.
12:15 PM – 1:00 PM | Tim Costley MP Ōtaki: Enjoy a laugh with Tim as he creates a classic Kiwi dad-style BBQ, featuring seasonal vegetables and meats sourced straight from the fridge – perfect for the everyday whānau BBQ experience!
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM | Lucinda Caldwell | Seriously Pickled Catering Co: Lucinda is the ultimate deli chef who nourishes minds and bodies daily with her healthy meals and snacks. Come and be infected by her enthusiasm and perfection with seasonal food.
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM | Jess Ongley | Thermomix Consultant Kāpiti: Curious about how a Thermomix can simplify your life? Join Jess as she demonstrates its versatility by preparing delicious sweet and savory dishes!
ZEAL Zone
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Rangatahi Musicians
10:45 AM – 11.30 AM | Circus Party BBQ Show
11:45 PM –12:15 PM | Kubatana & Moringa Dancers
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM | Rangatahi Musicians
1:15 PM – 2:00 PM | Circus Party BBQ Show
2:15 PM – 3:00 PM | Rangatahi Musicians
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | Circus Party BBQ Show
4:15 PM – 5:00 PM | Rangatahi Musicians
About:
Kāpiti Food Fair was established in 2008 as a community event with humble beginnings. The Fair is now a privately owned and operated company between Helene Judge and Jeanine van Kradenburg, who helped conceptualise the initial event to make a lasting impression in the minds and bodies of all foodies.
While their mission is to bring visitors to Kāpiti Coast for an exciting, delectable and indulgent day out with GOOD friends, GOOD times, GOOD food and GOOD music, Helene and Jeanine also endeavour for Kāpiti Food Fair to be remembered as an iconic food festival that is a pop-up extravaganza that sees visitors returning year after year, an unforgettable destination experience.
Contact:
Helene Judge, 027 244 9585 or Jeanine van Kradenburg, 021 605 488, info@kapitifoodfair.co.nz