If you are a food stylist, food blogger, gourmet chef, caffeine junkie or just a keen foodie, you definitely are more worried about your salad being finely chopped than your appearance. To keep up with your food cravings there are these street food fairs, wine tasting events and food festivals in [CITY]. For all the foodies who are avid learners; there are cooking workshops, baking workshops, cake making classes in [CITY] and a lot more. You can also explore various food truck festivals happening in the [CITY].
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## Food & Drinks Events in Whangarei - **Event Name**: Light Up Hikurangi - Matariki Celebration - **Description**: Gather together and celebrate Matariki in the the little town of Hikurangi!! We will be lighting up our Village and hosting an epic Matariki event! With lots of kaihaukai (feasting), indoor & outdoor markets, live performances, art displays, free rid - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 80 - **Date**: Fri Jul 10 2026 at 06:30 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/light-up-hikurangi-matariki-celebration/200030079966209 - **Venue**: Hikurangi & District War Memorial Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8zZTZhYzg3YjJlYjYxYzkwN2IwYzFlYTNiZTc0ZWE0N2U1NmE3YTNjYzcxOTAwODE0NmM0ZTFjOTkwMGVmMzc2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzAyMDEwMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3OTMxNzk0OA.avif - **Categories**: kids, entertainment, performances, music, art, karaoke, parties - **Event Name**: Northland Home & Lifestyle Show 2026 - **Description**: Date: Fri 25 – Sun 27 Sept, 2026 Venue: McKay Stadium, Whangārei Opening hours: Fri & Sat 10am - 5pm and Sun 10am - 4pm Tickets: On sale early 2026 About to tackle a renovation, DIY project, or simply looking for some home décor inspiration? The Nort - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 56 - Avatar: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/696e02860ac410b958d94015f4ffbb5a3650697a235e84c04f8eac9438cf875a-rimg-w200-h200-dc191a16-gmir?v=1768516804 - Avatar: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/banners/2a8e0187a982adec182731321024efd0-rimg-w300-h300-gmir.png - Avatar: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/222b0f1c04a1f0903ea64a638ff331288a5c4406457a22affb2e85b9b1b1005f-rimg-w200-h200-dc302f2d-gmir?v=1766738404 - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 12:00 am – Sun Sep 27 2026 at 05:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/northland-home-and-lifestyle-show-2026/200029681301546 - **Venue**: McKay Stadium, Whangarei - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy82MDQyNmM1ODg1OTUzNmFkNzA5NGI4NGI1ZmUxYzk2NmJiNDBlMWRkOTg0NjBhOWFlZDIzOTZhOWFmZmQ5MTliLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ1NS1kYzAxNTE5My1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3ODU3NjA1NA.avif - **Categories**: business, exhibitions, food-drinks - **Event Name**: 2026 Northland Wedding + Event Expo - **Description**: Do you have a wedding or special event coming up?! Then you won't want to miss this year's Wedding + Event Expo right here in Northland. Come join us at the McKay Stadium to be inspired by the latest wedding trends and get an insight into what our Northl - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 92 - **Date**: Fri Jul 03 2026 at 11:00 pm – Sat Jul 04 2026 at 04:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/2026-northland-wedding-event-expo/200029996318306 - **Venue**: The Northland Wedding Expo, McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Kensington, Whangarei 0112, NZ - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy81OGNjMDNiOWIwNjAwZmZjYzdmNWVmMWZhYTNkOGZiNTIzNjFkNWZjZTAzOTVhOGFlYjA5NWU5ZDFhZDZmMDdkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kYzhmOGY4ZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3OTkwNjEzMw.avif - **Categories**: business, exhibitions, photography, music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Ladies Night - **Description**: Ladies, this one's for YOU. We're rolling out the red carpet for an exclusive night dedicated to the girls and trust us, you don't want to miss this one. Come through for a night of good music, good food, and even better company. Whether you're making i - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 22 - **Date**: Thu Jun 04 2026 at 08:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/ladies-night/200030079961256 - **Venue**: 8 Butter Factory Lane CBD, Whangarei, New Zealand 0110 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy83Zjc0OWY2MDlmN2IwMmZlZjUwNjM5YjhmMTNjMWJiNmIxNzRkY2FlOTg3Y2YyMTk1OGJiNjhmNmNhYzljZTdmLXJpbWctdzg1MS1oMzE1LWRjMWMyODMyLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc5OTM3Nzkz.avif - **Event Name**: Designer Wardrobe Pop-Up Market - **Description**: We're turning our Whangārei Tuesday Skin Studio into a curated secondhand experience for your closet. Shop or sell quality pre-loved designer, vintage and streetwear clothes, heels, bags + sunglasses DJ Vibes + Drinks Cool girls selling their wardrobes - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 86 - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 05:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/designer-wardrobe-pop-up-market/200030076685831 - **Venue**: Tuesday Skin (Whangārei) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy80YzJmNmMwNWU2MzNlMjQ1OWNkMmY5MjkyNTE5MDUyOGI1NGNlNDEyZjg5NWEwMTU3NmNmNmNjYmI4OTA2ZTJiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzc0NzY3Zi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3OTI4ODMzMA.avif - **Categories**: pop-ups, art - **Event Name**: Parua Bay Long Weekend Markets! - **Description**: Join us at Parua Bay Market, held at the Parua Bay Community Hall, conveniently located next to the skateboard park and within easy walking distance for children and families to enjoy. Come enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly market featuring local stallhold - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 30 - **Date**: Sun May 31 2026 (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/parua-bay-long-weekend-markets/200029530908812 - **Venue**: Parua Bay Community Centre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy84MWY0YTJmNThiNDY2YTk3ODNhOWFhMGE5NDY5MDhmYzBiMmI4N2E1MjA4ZTQyNTRiODU4YzEwOWQ4YjIwMWVhLXJpbWctdzY0MS1oNTM2LWRjYjJkZmY0LWdtaXI_dj0xNzc1MTI1NTkw.avif - **Event Name**: 2026 Whangārei HOPE Dinner - **Description**: Join us for an inspiring evening as we share stories and updates from this life-changing work bringing hope, dignity, and opportunity to vulnerable women and children in South Asia. Through healthcare, education, vocational training, and community empowe - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Fri Jun 12 2026 at 08:00 am – Fri Jun 12 2026 at 11:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/2026-whangārei-hope-dinner/200030079958048 - **Venue**: Distinction Hotel, 9 Riverside Dve, Whangārei - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9hMmY0YWQyNzM0OWFlNWIxNzk2NzUzNDVjYzc1Y2EwZTczMDVhODczZDVmZjQ2MjRjNGI1MzEwMTMyY2U5YzM5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kY2YyZjFmMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3OTMxNzkyNw.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: COMMUNITY BBQ - **Description**: We’re excited to share this fantastic community event coming to Tangiteroria! The Northland Collaboration Group invite you for a FREE BBQ MEAL, great company, and a chance to connect with others in our local rural community. Families, farm teams, and ever - **Date**: Thu May 28 2026 at 08:00 am – Thu May 28 2026 at 11:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/community-bbq/200030075175418 - **Venue**: 23 Pukehuia Road , 0381 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9lZjhiZjRjN2Y2NGYxNTk1NWE4NmYzNjMwNDc4MzZmOGM3YzEyMDM3Yjk1MWNiYzRmMzNiMjI4N2FhN2Y3ODZkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2OTctZGNmN2YyZTktZ21pcj92PTE3NzkyODI5Nzc.avif - **Event Name**: Sausage Sizzle Fundraiser - **Description**: On Saturday 18th July AND Sunday 19th July 2026, we are back at Bunnings Whangārei with sausages in bread and the classic kiwi fried onions, tomato sauce and mustard (or not - made to your preference). There may also be home baking and soft drinks :) We - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Sat Jun 13 2026 (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/sausage-sizzle-fundraiser/200030079960955 - **Venue**: Bunnings Warehouse Whangārei - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy83NGQ4YTA4OTA3YjhkYzVlOTJlMzAwNmViODRlMmRkZDg0MmY5ZTk1NzFkNWYyYjhjZjUyMDkxZWVkMWVlMDc2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNjNWJhYTktZ21pcj92PTE3NzkzMTc5MzU.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, volunteering - **Event Name**: Ukulele Potluck Jam - **Description**: Looking for a relaxed, welcoming space to play music, meet people, and grow your love of ukulele? Come along to Jeannette's weekly Ukulele Potluck & Jam at Reyburn House Art Studio! 🗓 Every Tuesday 🕔 5pm – 6pm: Ukulele Potluck 🕕 6pm – 7pm: Ukulele Ja - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Tue Jun 02 2026 (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/ukulele-potluck-jam/200030079960755 - **Venue**: Reyburn House Art Studio Whangarei - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNjVjNDZhOGVlYjc2MjUwNTcxZDBmYjAzOGY2ZTgzYzdiMmFkNDcxODY2NDFhMDkyMDJlYmJhNTI2MmQyZjdjNC1yaW1nLXcxMDEyLWg3MjAtZGNmN2Q2YTgtZ21pcj92PTE3NzkzMTc5MzQ.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks, potluck, music, entertainment, art - **Event Name**: Matariki Night Markets - **Description**: Join Us! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 70 - **Date**: Thu Jul 02 2026 at 07:30 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/matariki-night-markets/200030073348859 - **Venue**: 38 Charlotte Street , Dargaville, New Zealand 0310 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy81NTg1MWQ0MjVmZWQzOTU2YWE5MDBiNWQyY2M0N2I0ZTIxMDdiNDk5NjZmYWJkZDZlYWVhNzdiNTc0ZGM1NmJjLXJpbWctdzEwNTQtaDE0OTItZGMwNzE3MzAtZ21pcj92PTE3Nzk5MTkyNzk.avif ## Trending Events in Whangarei - **Event Name**: Magic Men - Feel the Magic New Zealand Tour - **Description**: 🔥 The #1 Ladies Night Out — MagicMen Australia 🔥 🕖 Doors 6:30pm | Show 7:30pm–9:30pm Get ready, Whangārei — MagicMen Australia is bringing its record-breaking шоу to town! After selling out shows across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and beyond, this - **Venue**: 7 Rust Ave, Whangarei, New Zealand 0110 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/6e9fc64e83935187e981f70d5b533cfea802d8296284804115183afd5f7baacb-rimg-w1170-h504-dc141319-gmir?v=1779703924 - **Event Name**: Light Up Hikurangi - Matariki Celebration - **Description**: Gather together and celebrate Matariki in the the little town of Hikurangi!! We will be lighting up our Village and hosting an epic Matariki event! With lots of kaihaukai (feasting), indoor & outdoor markets, live performances, art displays, free rid - **Venue**: Hikurangi & District War Memorial Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/3e6ac87b2eb61c907b0c1ea3be74ea47e56a7a3cc719008146c4e1c9900ef376-rimg-w1200-h628-dc020101-gmir?v=1779961295 - **Event Name**: MAGIC MEN TAKEOVER WHANGAREI, NZ - **Description**: The #1 Ladies Night Out, Breaking Records Worldwide MagicMen Australia is taking over the world, breaking attendance records across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, U.S.A, South America and Canada, including over 6,500 screaming ladies at a single Ladies N - **Venue**: Forum North - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/b3a97f25d97c500447cb0b616af48788a4a1d89c40563396874cbe02fd4d0bf5-rimg-w1200-h675-dc020218-gmir?v=1779621936 - **Event Name**: Northland Home & Lifestyle Show 2026 - **Description**: Date: Fri 25 – Sun 27 Sept, 2026 Venue: McKay Stadium, Whangārei Opening hours: Fri & Sat 10am - 5pm and Sun 10am - 4pm Tickets: On sale early 2026 About to tackle a renovation, DIY project, or simply looking for some home décor inspiration? The Nort - **Venue**: McKay Stadium, Whangarei - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/60426c58859536ad7094b84b5fe1c966bb40e1dd98460a9aed2396a9affd919b-rimg-w1200-h455-dc015193-gmir?v=1778576054 - **Event Name**: Jarred Fell - Family Comedy Magic Show - **Description**: Get ready for big laughs, jaw-dropping magic, and fun for all ages as New Zealand’s top and most awarded comedian magician brings his hit Family Comedy Magic Show to Forum North. 📅 Sunday 21 June, 2pm 🎟️ Pay what you can $10-$40 from Eventfinda 📍 Capitai - **Venue**: 7 Rust Ave, Whangarei, New Zealand 0110 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/83d60558c07b267df253bd69e5d44695c84203fbbc0753137e646732f60fe00f-rimg-w1200-h628-dc191814-gmir?v=1779138435 - **Event Name**: Quarry Arts Festival of Light - **Description**: Join us for an immersive experience for the whole whānau! The Quarry Arts Festival of Light is a colourful world of shadow, fire, and lights. Across 4 nights you're invited to explore our world of wonder and entertainment. The Quarry Arts Festival - **Venue**: 21 Selwyn Avenue, Avenues, Northland, New Zealand 0110 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/00a339f103333a0ca0dc522d4d3c98bd616b2b4bfd6c1c4d60ba14b4e1a2e93c-rimg-w1200-h600-dc323637-gmir?v=1779945020 - **Event Name**: Light the Way for St John Whangarei - **Description**: ✨ Join us for a fun-filled evening of fluorescent and glow-in-the-dark festivities at Putahi Park, Town Basin, Whangārei! ✨ Step into our big green MIST tent transformed into a glowing wonderland, grab some delicious home baking, enjoy a coffee, and don’ - **Venue**: Town Basin Whangarei - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/fe91805bf85ef194d49962cf9d3ceb30fb9f8fc9bb68ceb442968ce6317c3dca-rimg-w1200-h600-dc020202-gmir?v=1779906128 - **Event Name**: Jarred Fell - R18 Comedy Magic Show - **Description**: Sharp, hilarious, and dangerously clever — this is comedy magic for grown-ups. Join New Zealand’s top and most awarded comedian magician, seen on TV3 and NBC in America, for an adults-only night of razor-sharp wit, mind-bending magic, and laugh-out-loud - **Venue**: 7 Rust Ave, Whangarei, New Zealand 0110 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c5fcab4b4af6e3df6185351d87644a3a761a8ae5982ec46f19894d549329897e-rimg-w1200-h628-dc191814-gmir?v=1779619385 - **Event Name**: Kings Backyard Ultra "THE GOLDEN YEAR" - **Description**: The Kings Backyard Ultra returns to Barge Showgrounds in Whangārei, starting on 30 May 2026. Test your limits at this last person standing event and run a 6.71km loop every hour on the hour, until there is only one person left. The course is along beaut - **Venue**: Barge Showgrounds - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/de88453a41096dda88d79ddfdae7c751a9cb993a584d4c523cacf627c0a8b9ad-rimg-w1200-h800-dc5e9560-gmir?v=1779317934 ## Browse Food & Drinks Events by Date - [Food & Drinks Events Today in Whangarei](https://allevents.in/whangarei/food-drinks--today) - [Food & Drinks Events This Weekend in Whangarei](https://allevents.in/whangarei/food-drinks--this-weekend) - [Food & Drinks Events in May in Whangarei](https://allevents.in/whangarei/food-drinks--may) - [Food & Drinks Events in June in Whangarei](https://allevents.in/whangarei/food-drinks--june) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Food & Drinks events in Whangarei? - **A:** Light Up Hikurangi - Matariki Celebration (Fri Jul 10 2026 at 06:30 am at Hikurangi & District War Memorial Hall), Northland Home & Lifestyle Show 2026 (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 12:00 am at McKay Stadium, Whangarei), 2026 Northland Wedding + Event Expo (Fri Jul 03 2026 at 11:00 pm at The Northland Wedding Expo, McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Kensington, Whangarei 0112, NZ), Ladies Night (Thu Jun 04 2026 at 08:00 am at 8 Butter Factory Lane CBD, Whangarei, New Zealand 0110), Designer Wardrobe Pop-Up Market (Fri Jun 05 2026 at 05:00 am at Tuesday Skin (Whangārei)). - **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Whangarei today May 28, 2026? - **A:** COMMUNITY BBQ (Thu May 28 2026 at 08:00 am at 23 Pukehuia Road , 0381). - **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Whangarei this weekend May 29–31, 2026? - **A:** Parua Bay Long Weekend Markets! (Sun May 31 2026 at Parua Bay Community Centre). - **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Whangarei in May 2026? - **A:** Parua Bay Long Weekend Markets! (Sun May 31 2026 at Parua Bay Community Centre), COMMUNITY BBQ (Thu May 28 2026 at 08:00 am at 23 Pukehuia Road , 0381). - **Q**: How can I find Food & Drinks events in Whangarei? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Food & Drinks events in Whangarei on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Food & Drinks events in Whangarei? - **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 Food & Drinks events in Whangarei? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Food & Drinks events in Whangarei include Hikurangi & District War Memorial Hall, McKay Stadium, Whangarei, The Northland Wedding Expo, McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Kensington, Whangarei 0112, NZ. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Food & Drinks events in Whangarei? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Food & Drinks events in Whangarei include Rachel Burnard Village Real Estate, Home & Lifestyle Shows NZ, Northland Wedding & Event Expo. - **Q**: Are there any online Food & Drinks events available? - **A:** Yes, many Food & Drinks 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 Food & Drinks events in Whangarei? - **A:** Follow the Food & Drinks category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Food & Drinks events are listed in Whangarei. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/7d/3b7eda185942c291f6c4d1b664725c/music.png ## Explore Events in Nearby Cities - [Events in Mangawhai](https://allevents.in/mangawhai) - [Events in Russell](https://allevents.in/russell-no) - [Events in Kaikohe](https://allevents.in/kaikohe) - [Events in Leigh](https://allevents.in/leigh-au)