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Markets and Art in mix for things to do in Whitianga this summer

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There's an excellent number of summer activities in the Mercury Bay to look forward to including stalls with local produce, wellbeing products and treatments, art, indoor and outdoor activities. While the Covid-19 traffic light mandate has resulted in a reduced number of summer markets being held in the Mercury Bay there are still many things to do to keep the whole family entertained. 


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Things to do and events in Whitianga this Summer

If you are looking for something different this summer and need a break from the beach, you might like to visit one of these summer events in Whitianga. And visit the All About Whitianga Things to do page for a list of special activities that you can do by sea, land and air that local tourism operators have on offer! 

December 2021

Whitianga Farmers and Craft Market – At Soldiers Memorial Park beside the library 11th & 18th December.

The Extravaganza Fair – Buffalo Beach Reserve, December 27th & 28th. Vaccine passes required.

Whitianga Wellbeing Fair – Town Hall on Monk Street, 28th December - 2 January.

January 2022

Whitianga Wellbeing Fair – Town Hall on Monk Street, 28th December - 2 January.

Annual Matarangi Fishing Tournament – The adults get a chance to show who the 'reel' fisherman is. January 2nd.

Cars and Coffee – Car Club meeting at buffalo Beach Reserve January 2nd.

Mercury Bay Golf & Country Club – New Years Open Tournament

Hahei Market Day – Kotare Reserve, 6th January. Vaccine passes required.

Whitianga Art Centre Exhibition – School Road, Whitianga from January 4th to 31st.

Mercury Bay Library – Kids take-home activity packs.

Please see links to the events below for specific details. For a full list of events in Whitianga and the Mercury Bay go to the All About Whitianga Event section. Event information may be subject to change. Please confirm details with event organisers.

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Hahei Market DayWhitianga Art Group Summer ExhibitionWhitianga Art Group Exhibition to showcase high quality local artWhitianga Art Group IncWhiti Citi Market – Whitianga Arts & Craft MarketMercury Bay Library, WhitiangaAmerican Muscle, Street and Custom Car Club Whitianga American Muscle and Custom Car Club Whitianga - Cars, Coffee and Monthly Cruise

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