# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Wanganui - **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Wanganui with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online. - **Category**: Christmas - **Display Name**: Christmas events - **Type**: other ## Audience - **Followers**: 433k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bab011f14b1271d0dede8faaebc00e25addcada5e21fe82b0abbe2550f7b1364-rimg-w179-h179-dc77462f-gmir?v=1757709607 - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/2009efe0c574e3dc8aafa326aa5db79a7d48ae3bb59bafd8dd62c8ab54e6429f-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg?v=1656541205 - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/0b430ca346d6b926a35a959999b3654b156fa712f25b30fd8233cc8adf27ae6c-rimg-w201-h200-dc90928f-gmir?v=1759151405 ## About Celebrate Christmas [YEAR] in Wanganui with festive markets, Christmas Eve parties, holiday dinners, Santa meet-and-greets, Christmas lights, concerts, carol performances, family-friendly activities, brunches, winter festivals, and seasonal attractions. Whether you're planning a cozy family outing or a festive night out, discover the best Christmas events and things to do in Wanganui. ## Christmas Events in Wanganui - **Event Name**: Marton Market Day - **Description**: Marton Market Day is one of the biggest annual events in Rangitīkei, one of the best days on our district calendar.. and entry is free! The town will come alive with over 200 stalls, great entertainment, and plenty to see and do throughout the day. Mart - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 253 - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Nov 28 2026 at 03:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wanganui/marton-market-day/200030204043203 - **Venue**: Follett St, Marton 4710, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9iZjdiZjRiNmQ0MmNhMzVjNmZmYzA2ZTM0MmY0OTIwYWUzNmYwNzdkMTNkYzJmNWU3MGU4YWE1Mjk4MjE3Y2YzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kYzA4Mjg0OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzU4NzY4NA.avif - **Categories**: kids, shopping, food-drinks, calendar, christmas-markets-and-fairs - **Event Name**: Christmas at the Races 2026 - **Description**: SAVE THE DATE! CHRISTMAS AT THE RACES 2026 We are back for another stellar edition of our flagship event, Christmas at the Races, and we want to see you there! 21 November 2026 $50 for a GA ticket (limited capacity) https://wjc.flicket.co.nz/ Tickets w - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 80 - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 11:00 am (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wanganui/christmas-at-the-races-2026/200030576309224 - **Venue**: The Racecourse, 19a Purnell Street, Whanganui, New Zealand 4540 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8wZDllMTVhYjk1OGViZDBhYTAzZDkzODQ2MGNhNmY1MDI5OTVlMTJkYTUxMjVlMmYzYjg4NDNlNzU3ZTRhYjdjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDI4MS1kY2Q4MTgzOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODQyMzIyNw.avif - **Categories**: sports ## Trending Events in Wanganui - **Event Name**: In-person Free Robotics Workshop For Kids at Whanganui (7-14yrs) - **Description**: Searching for the best robotics classes for kids in Whanganui?Register for the Moonpreneur complimentary in-person workshop and transform your child's curiosity into creation. After our previous event filled up, we are back with mor - **Venue**: The Avenue Hotel Book Direct & Save - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6aa038d8b34be.jpg - **Event Name**: Sound Canvas x Brass Whanganui - **Description**: A breathtaking fusion of brass, visuals and poetry—Sound Canvas brings local creativity to life in a show unlike anything else.About this EventSound Canvas x Brass WhanganuiPresent - **Venue**: Christ Church Anglican - Whanganui - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/d98701e329c4e8d4db2d2e9b2068b330fd31d089d6032e2a8554517ab60294ea-rimg-w1200-h600-dcb898c8-gmir.jpg?v=1786255243 - **Event Name**: Sonic Boom - A Family Concert Experience┃WHANGANUI - **Description**: Introducing SONIC BOOM! After SELL-OUT shows in the upper North Island - we are hitting the road and heading to Whanganui! A high-energy live concert experience delivering the ultimate family night out! SONIC BOOM brings the excitement of a real rock con - **Venue**: Whanganui War Memorial Centre - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/23f4e3b6ef5eb41b64ffcfef342242137d53dff3afa51dabd652ef2dce2f805d-rimg-w1200-h628-dc080808-gmir?v=1787108432 - **Event Name**: Tiri: Te Araroa Woman Far Walking - **Description**: An extraordinary mapping of Aotearoa New Zealand through the eyes of Te Tiriti o Waitangi Mahana. Creator of the acclaimed The Haka Party Incident, Katie Wolfe (Ngāti Mutunga, Ngāti Tama), in association with Auckland Theatre Company, directs this epic t - **Venue**: Royal Whanganui Opera House - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/141a73271940b09c24baa259ed00682c1196f8adca9236e6182be0e59b6004ad-rimg-w1170-h504-dc483838-gmir?v=1788597007 - **Event Name**: DISRUPT VS NARAM (Whanganui Show) - **Description**: Red Robin presents a one off tour of Jahtarian proportions! Disrupt - founder and boss of Leipzig-based label, Jahtari Naram - co-founder and riddim composer behind Aotearoa's premier rub-a-dub label Red Robin records . The clash of the two digital regg - **Venue**: Porridge Watson - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/95ffa8edf78c73328d89cc23edb82ab6cf2b743da7190bf5e01794a1e5d078c4-rimg-w1200-h1697-dc289858-gmir?v=1788303955 - **Event Name**: Paul Ubana Jones plays Porridge Watson in Whanganui - **Description**: An intimate soulful performer, an acoustic guitar sensation, winner of three New Zealand Music Awards. Paul has shared the stage and toured with the best: BB King, Bob Dylan, Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Crowded House, Tuck and Patti… He has delighted festival au - **Venue**: Porridge Watson - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/c3d2c619cb35439e606c542628c0b3c876dbe12f572c24dac3f97d1510429f7d-rimg-w912-h913-dc080808-gmir?v=1787600486 - **Event Name**: The Spring Fling - **Description**: The time has come to bring the biggest gathering of rotaries the lower North Island has ever seen! In collaboration with our mates at Wellington RE and Manawatu Rotaries, our spring fling cruise to Whanganui is locked in! SAVE THE DATE: 26th September - **Venue**: 18 Murray Street, Whanganui - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/657482b6d294be7601534e23830bfa7e66e7dd86ec93049de5e6beb927ce7dbb-rimg-w1200-h1697-dce8e8e8-gmir?v=1788303772 - **Event Name**: SPCA QUIZ NIGHT 2 - 2026 - **Description**: Hey humans, have I got your attention? Listen up! By popular demand and because we need to do some serious fundraising - we're back with SPCA Quiz Night 2 2026! Save the date - FRIDAY 9 OCTOBER at 7.00PM Venue - St Johns Club, Glasgow Street Tickets on s - **Venue**: St Johns Club - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/d84911a6eeed8dfee9bded8983a57606ac8034b0d1f124f956799b46b3ba6e5a-rimg-w512-h464-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1788596993 - **Event Name**: Whanganui Home & Lifestyle Show 2026 - **Description**: Date: Sat 17 – Sun 18 October, 2026 Venue: Jubilee Stadium, Whanganui Opening hours: Sat 10am - 5pm and Sun 10am - 4pm Tickets: https://bit.ly/3QwdSoA About to tackle a renovation, DIY project, or simply looking for some home décor inspiration? The Whang - **Venue**: Jubilee Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/db3ae8d9d8449cdd4333508661b727e9732c6583460ffa1c2f85124acc6dbfab-rimg-w1200-h455-dc085898-gmir?v=1787132018 ## Browse Christmas Events by Date - [Christmas Events Today in Wanganui](https://allevents.in/wanganui/christmas--today) - [Christmas Events This Weekend in Wanganui](https://allevents.in/wanganui/christmas--this-weekend) - [Christmas Events in September in Wanganui](https://allevents.in/wanganui/christmas--september) - [Christmas Events in October in Wanganui](https://allevents.in/wanganui/christmas--october) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Wanganui? - **A:** Marton Market Day (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 09:00 am at Follett St, Marton 4710, New Zealand), Christmas at the Races 2026 (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 11:00 am at The Racecourse, 19a Purnell Street, Whanganui, New Zealand 4540). - **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Wanganui? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Wanganui on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Wanganui? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Wanganui? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Wanganui include Follett St, Marton 4710, New Zealand, The Racecourse, 19a Purnell Street, Whanganui, New Zealand 4540. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Wanganui? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Wanganui include Rangitīkei Aotearoa, Wanganui Jockey Club. - **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available? - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Wanganui? - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Wanganui. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/94/d198cea1ed44b0a8fd3623f92d897d/Maskgroup-1.5x-7-.webp - **Mobile Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/da/76f1714ac6480a872527c6e06e99e5/Rectangle1795.webp ## Christmas events from nearby cities - [Christmas events in Palmerston North](https://allevents.in/palmerston-north/christmas) - [Christmas events in Ashhurst](https://allevents.in/ashhurst/christmas) - [Christmas events in Otaki](https://allevents.in/otaki/christmas)