MEDIA RELEASE Kāpiti Food Fair 2025 Early Bird Tickets On Sale 29-08-25

MEDIA RELEASE Kāpiti Food Fair 2025 Early Bird Tickets On Sale 29-08-25

Kāpiti Food Fair 2025 Early Bird Tickets On Sale 

Kāpiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand, August 29th, 2025: Kāpiti Food Fair is hitting its stride to once again deliver an annual food festival on the Kāpiti Coast, showcasing a wide range of food and beverage offerings from vendors from all around the motu, including many from Kāpiti Coast.  Early bird tickets are on sale resulting in many bookings already.

Kāpiti Food Fair 2025 is a gastronomic adventure and a celebration of culinary creativity – any foodie will not be disappointed!  On the menu for 2025 ……… the Fair will serve up a vibrant platform of food producers and artisans ranging from gourmet foods and beverages to unique local delicacies.  Amongst that is the bustling off licence Liquor Zone, a licenced Tuatara Bar, the Thames Pacific Main Stage, the ANZ Kāpiti Kitchen Demo Stage, the Kāpiti Ice Cream Dining Room, FREE Kid’s Zone, ZEAL Zone buskers, roving street performers and much more!  There’s no doubt, there’s something for everyone with a great vibe to enjoy all day long!

Grab your tickets now for the Kāpiti Food Fair at the best price:

🎟️ Adults: $15
🎟️ Gold Card & Student ID: $10
🎟️ Kids up to 12: FREE!

Here’s why you shouldn’t wait much longer to get your tickets:

✅ Cheaper tickets = more $$ for food and drinks on the day
✅ Convenient parking right on site
✅ Skip the queues with fast entry

Mark your calendar now for the ultimate day out, packed with flavour, music, and memories you’ll want to relive again, and again ** Saturday 6th December 2025 ** at Mazengarb Reserve Paraparaumu, Kāpiti Coast, from 10:00am to 5:00pm, RAIN or SHINE!  Book your Early Bird tickets NOW >>

Vendor sites are fully booked!  That’s 250 sites in total!  All sites were snapped up very quickly this year so we can’t wait to show visitors what is being cooked up by a diverse range of vendors.  Co-owner of the Kāpiti Food Fair, Helene Judge says, “We are thrilled our vendor launch back in April triggered so many exciting new and repeat vendor bookings.  We know the Fair is a fantastic platform for vendors to showcase their unique offerings and contribute to the vibrant food culture in Kāpiti – get hold of me if you want to be on the waitlist.”

Jeanine van Kradenburg, Co-owner of the Kāpiti Food Fair continues, “we are an event that showcases Aotearoa’s vibrant culinary scene, attracting food enthusiasts from across New Zealand.  With last year's event drawing over 10,000+ visitors, this year's Fair is set to provide the same great exposure and opportunities for vendors.” 

She goes on to say, “the excitement is building with the anticipated vibe of the 80's to 90's revival party that will run all day on the Thames Pacific Main Stage.  We have a range of talent from the Wellington region and their setlists will get the party going with tunes from this much-loved era.”

9:45 AM – 9:50 AM | Official Mayoral Opening

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Devon Welch

10:45 AM – 11:15 AM | Intercite

11:45 AM – 12:45 PM | Jody & the Stowaways

1:15 PM – 2:15 PM | The Beat Girls

2:45 PM – 3:45 PM | The Relatives

4:15 PM – 5:15 PM | Love Shack

“We couldn’t run the Kāpiti Food Fair without our incredible sponsors,” says Helene.  “Running a food festival of this size takes heart, hustle, and a whole lot of support.  Thanks to our generous sponsors, the Fair keeps growing, bringing flavours, fun, and memories that last long after the day is done.  Their commitment is what makes this event possible year after year.  Please support them so we continue as a major sustainable event!” 

Key messages from the Kāpiti Food Fair:

1. Celebrate New Zealand producers and their finest food and beverage offerings.
2. Experience a food festival with a variety of cuisines and the United Nations of flavours.
3. Savour and celebrate the start of summer with cooking demonstrations by lovely and local vendors.
4. Collaborate and engage with Kāpiti and other NZ based producers, artisans, and chefs.
5. Fun-filled destination and festival activities for a whānau day out.
6. Discover new tastes, products, and culinary trends while shopping for Christmas gifts and filling the pantry to welcome summer holidays.
7. Connect with our social and environmental agenda to support local charities and volunteers who help deliver our efforts to eliminate waste from landfill.
8. Party all day long at the Thames Pacific Main Stage with an 80s to 90s revival party!

About:

Kāpiti Food Fair is more than just a culinary event; it is a celebration of Aotearoa’s rich food culture and a chance for visitors to experience the best of what the Kāpiti Coast has to offer.  It draws visitors from across the Wellington Region and beyond, contributing to the area's tourism and hospitality sectors.  The Fair is a festive event that aligns with the start of summer, encouraging outdoor activities and the enjoyment of local cuisine in a vibrant, community and festival focused setting. 

Kāpiti Food Fair was established in 2008 as a community event with humble beginnings.  Now privately owned and operated as a limited liability company with directors and shareholders, Helene Judge and Jeanine van Kradenburg, who helped conceptualise the initial event. 

The vision of the Fair is about leaving a lasting impression on food lovers.  While their mission is to bring visitors to the Kāpiti Coast for an exciting and indulgent day filled with good food, good music, and great company for all food enthusiasts, Helene & Jeanine want the Fair to be remembered as a standout food and beverage pop-up experience that sees visitors returning each year. 

Having FUN and creating happiness is important to Helene and Jeanine.  They want everyone attending to love what they do and to have fun, as life is busy, so creating a moment to stop and enjoy what is happening around us is paramount.  Kāpiti Food Fair is a Member of the New Zealand Events Association.

Contact:

Helene Judge, 027 244 9585 or Jeanine van Kradenburg, 021 605 488 or email >>