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 Whangarei. For all the foodies who are avid learners; there are cooking workshops, baking workshops, cake making classes in Whangarei and a lot more. You can also explore various food truck festivals happening in the Whangarei.
Content your taste buds with sumptuous food. Craving for food already? Explore some amazing food events in Whangarei.
## Food & Drinks Events in Whangarei - **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: https://bit.ly/4eBRwdD About to tackle a renovation, DIY project, or simply looking for some home décor inspiration? The - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 588 - 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 10:00 am – Sun Sep 27 2026 at 03:00 pm (+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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy82MDQyNmM1ODg1OTUzNmFkNzA5NGI4NGI1ZmUxYzk2NmJiNDBlMWRkOTg0NjBhOWFlZDIzOTZhOWFmZmQ5MTliLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ1NS1kYzA4NTg5OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzMxODcxNw.avif - **Categories**: business, exhibitions, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Northland Forestry Awards 2026 - **Description**: Join us for the Northland Forestry Awards in Whangarei this September, as we celebrate the hard-working heroes of the forestry industry! Hosted by the Northland Wood Council, these awards recognise the individuals and teams who show up every day to do ch - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 53 - **Date**: Fri Sep 18 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Sep 18 2026 at 11:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/northland-forestry-awards-2026/200030306043519 - **Venue**: McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Whangarei - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8zOWYwNTNhMDM5ODQ3NDg2OWMyMmM1NWY4ZmJjYjlkMTVhNTM5MGZkOWVhYWU1MzFhYjZmY2MyNDM1NjM4NDdhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODE3NjY5Nw.avif - **Categories**: art, theatre, workshops - **Event Name**: Traditional Culinary Event - "Kahin Gum Na ho Jayein / Let it not be lost" - New Zealand - **Description**: 🌿 Let it not be Lost -Kahin Gum Na Ho Jayein | Season 9 | New Zealand Debut 🍲✨ 👩🍳 Fifteen participants from across New Zealand will bring their treasured family recipes to life, sharing the stories, traditions, and flavours that have been passed down th - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 44 - **Date**: Sat Sep 19 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Sep 19 2026 at 03:30 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/traditional-culinary-event-kahin-gum-na-ho-jayein-let-it-not-be-lost-new-zealand/200030580313630 - **Venue**: 10 Porowini Ave, Morningside, Whangarei 0110, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy82Mjg0ZjU0N2U1NWJlZGYwZmU0MDJkNjczYTQzNjJlYTJiZjk1YjJmMzUxZjYzMDRkNjhmMDY5MzU1Mjc4M2E5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZThkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODA2MTM5NQ.avif - **Event Name**: Toast on the Coast - **Description**: Set along the stunning Tutukaka Coast, beer and food festival is a celebration of regional flavour, creativity, and community. Powered by local event specialists Pillar Events, the festival brings together Northland’s top craft beer producers, epic food - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Oct 24 2026 at 07:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/toast-on-the-coast/200030593485525 - **Venue**: Marina Rd, Tutukaka, Whangarei 0173, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8xZDllNmU5ZmU1NTIyYWRiMzE4ZDcyODI5NzFjODgxZGYzYWU3OWQ1NDY2NGE1NjMxYzVkYmIzMmY5ZDk3MTNiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQxMy1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzI4NjYyNQ.avif - **Categories**: Festivals, Music, food-drinks, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Ngunguru School Fundraiser Car Show - **Description**: Join us for a family fun day out at the Ngunguru School Car Show! Register to show off your classic or muscle cars here: https://events.humanitix.com/ngunguru-school-fundraiser-car-show-muscle-cars-and-classic-chrome/tickets Bring a koha (donation) to s - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 147 - **Date**: Sun Nov 29 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun Nov 29 2026 at 12:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/ngunguru-school-fundraiser-car-show/200030593486940 - **Venue**: Ngunguru School - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy81OGIzYmJjZDRhM2U0MjQ1YjI5YTkzMDBmMmMxNWQ1ODA3MTdlODVlOTg2NjQ3ZTc0MDJmMjgwN2IyZjdmZjJlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2OTctZGMxODE4MTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODcyODY2NDk.avif - **Categories**: Nonprofit - **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: 31 - **Date**: Mon Oct 26 2026 at 09:00 am – Mon Oct 26 2026 at 02:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/parua-bay-long-weekend-markets/200030487804216 - **Venue**: Parua Bay Community Centre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wODcwOWFkNmYzMDZkMWY4M2YxNTQzMjNlNWVmNWZjZDNiN2Y2NTQ5ZWMzN2M0ODRkM2QyYjY2NzgyNjMzYmYxLXJpbWctdzgwMi1oNTEwLWRjYjhkOGY4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4MjEzMTA3.avif - **Event Name**: Te Kamo Scout Group Garage Sale - **Description**: We have a garage sale coming up! Please spread the word!! If you would like a table to sell your crafts, creations or no longer needed items please send me an email! Tables are $10 each tekamo@group.scouts.nz We will also be doing a bake sale 😀 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 57 - **Date**: Sat Sep 19 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Sep 19 2026 at 01:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/te-kamo-scout-group-garage-sale/200030593487448 - **Venue**: 15c Three Mile Bush Road, Te Kamo - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy80YjY4NDk5M2I2YWRmNWQ1NGNiYzU3ZWNmNGZkMDVlYmU1ZjZmNTBiYjViYjcxNjgxMzU0NTRkMDlkMTIxYmFhLXJpbWctdzEwNTQtaDE0OTItZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODgwNTk0NDI.avif - **Event Name**: Sausage Sizzle Fundraiser - **Description**: On Sunday 4th October 2026, we are back at Mitre 10 Whangārei for another BBQ fundraiser with sausages in bread and the classic kiwi fried onions, tomato sauce and mustard (or not - made to your preference). We accept EFTPOS and cash and are set up to - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Sun Oct 04 2026 at 08:30 am – Sun Oct 04 2026 at 03:30 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/sausage-sizzle-fundraiser/200030556695657 - **Venue**: Mitre 10 MEGA Whangārei - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9iNzk4ZTVlNWYxZTJhYzkzMjYxYWRiZTcyMmM1OTZmMmM4YWJlNDA4YWJmMjgxZjBkOGFkMWZhMjMzOTU2ZjEyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzM4MzgzOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODE3NjY5NA.avif - **Categories**: Nonprofit ## Trending Events in Whangarei - **Event Name**: Black Ferns v France - **Description**: Come together this Labour Weekend as the Black Ferns take on France at Semenoff Stadium! Bring your whānau, wear your black jersey, wave your flags and help us fill the stands with the pride and passion of Northland. We know how much rugby means to our r - **Venue**: Semenoff Stadium, 51 Okara Drive , Whangarei, New Zealand 0110 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/4cb5c7a792c24d84821358e9def2ca96e34d70b4abff974eeb5a53ab6c11408c-rimg-w820-h312-dc080808-gmir?v=1787544364 - **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: https://bit.ly/4eBRwdD About to tackle a renovation, DIY project, or simply looking for some home décor inspiration? The - **Venue**: McKay Stadium, Whangarei - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/60426c58859536ad7094b84b5fe1c966bb40e1dd98460a9aed2396a9affd919b-rimg-w1200-h455-dc085898-gmir?v=1787318717 - **Event Name**: The North - LDV Northland Kauri + LDV Northland Taniwha DOUBLE HEADER - **Description**: 11:35am – Northland Kauri v Hawke's Bay 2:05pm – Northland Taniwha v Counties Manukau (Bruce Robertson Trophy) 4:35pm – Women's Development v Counties Manukau This Is Our North. This is the day where Northland Rugby comes together. The North is a celeb - **Venue**: Semenoff Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/54b4f020160d30a2b41a340928ccfc9daf264e937c3c7bcd893b8c6b270b4647-rimg-w851-h315-dce8d8d8-gmir?v=1787430283 - **Event Name**: Wilson Dixon & Paul Douglas - The Cabin Fever Comedy Tour Whangarei - **Description**: Winters are a drag and Wilson Dixon and Paul Douglas have got a mean case of CABIN FEVER. Although they’ve been in different cabins, they’re pooling resources to alleviate their afflictions, bringing their award winning comedy to some of the coolest spots - **Venue**: ONEONESIX - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a16f88ed91d9e77acbfe74d613d30d3335f6d0f73d9c8cdf145424470bf365c9-rimg-w1200-h628-dc181818-gmir?v=1787430281 - **Event Name**: LOVE BUG w/ GREG CHURCHILL - **Description**: Our next special guest needs no introduction. Greg Churchill has been at the heart of NZ’s house music scene from the very start, and has maintained his position with a reputation for finely crafted sets of driving house and techno. He has performed along - **Venue**: The Bunker Bar Restaurant - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/5d25079b3c1435365cb9ed6cc8320b3c81f977b02d7b31d5f66e801f43cafc8a-rimg-w720-h545-dc080808-gmir?v=1786629880 - **Event Name**: Mudmania - a Mud Run/Walk hosted by Waipu Caves Farm Park - **Description**: Come and join us for our second Mudmania here at Waipu Caves Farm Park - a mud run/walk on our purpose-built 1.5km obstacle course featuring MUD!!, ponds of water, slippery slopes, log obstacles, cargo nets, commando crawls, and plenty more challenges alo - **Venue**: 567 Waipu Caves Road, Waipu, New Zealand 0582 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/9e25a6efb163ff5606d1f5ca76f1123fe82a054a69ebe883d2c5107dbfd17196-rimg-w1080-h1350-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1787194788 - **Event Name**: Northland Forestry Awards 2026 - **Description**: Join us for the Northland Forestry Awards in Whangarei this September, as we celebrate the hard-working heroes of the forestry industry! Hosted by the Northland Wood Council, these awards recognise the individuals and teams who show up every day to do ch - **Venue**: McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Whangarei - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/39f053a0398474869c22c55f8fbcb9d15a5390fd9eaae531ab6fcc243563847a-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1788176697 - **Event Name**: Traditional Culinary Event - "Kahin Gum Na ho Jayein / Let it not be lost" - New Zealand - **Description**: 🌿 Let it not be Lost -Kahin Gum Na Ho Jayein | Season 9 | New Zealand Debut 🍲✨ 👩🍳 Fifteen participants from across New Zealand will bring their treasured family recipes to life, sharing the stories, traditions, and flavours that have been passed down th - **Venue**: 10 Porowini Ave, Morningside, Whangarei 0110, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/6284f547e55bedf0fe402d673a4362ea2bf95b2f351f6304d68f0693552783a9-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8e8d8-gmir?v=1788061395 - **Event Name**: Toast on the Coast - **Description**: Set along the stunning Tutukaka Coast, beer and food festival is a celebration of regional flavour, creativity, and community. Powered by local event specialists Pillar Events, the festival brings together Northland’s top craft beer producers, epic food - **Venue**: Marina Rd, Tutukaka, Whangarei 0173, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/1d9e6e9fe5522adb318d7282971c881df3ae79d54664a5631c5dbb32f9d9713b-rimg-w1200-h413-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1787286625 ## 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 September in Whangarei](https://allevents.in/whangarei/food-drinks--september) - [Food & Drinks Events in October in Whangarei](https://allevents.in/whangarei/food-drinks--october) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Food & Drinks events in Whangarei? - **A:** Northland Home & Lifestyle Show 2026 (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 10:00 am at McKay Stadium, Whangarei), Northland Forestry Awards 2026 (Fri Sep 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Whangarei), Traditional Culinary Event - "Kahin Gum Na ho Jayein / Let it not be lost" - New Zealand (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 12:00 pm at 10 Porowini Ave, Morningside, Whangarei 0110, New Zealand), Toast on the Coast (Sat Oct 24 2026 at 01:00 pm at Marina Rd, Tutukaka, Whangarei 0173, New Zealand), Ngunguru School Fundraiser Car Show (Sun Nov 29 2026 at 09:00 am at Ngunguru School). - **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Whangarei today September 18, 2026? - **A:** Northland Forestry Awards 2026 (Fri Sep 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Whangarei). - **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Whangarei this weekend September 18–20, 2026? - **A:** Northland Forestry Awards 2026 (Fri Sep 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Whangarei), Traditional Culinary Event - "Kahin Gum Na ho Jayein / Let it not be lost" - New Zealand (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 12:00 pm at 10 Porowini Ave, Morningside, Whangarei 0110, New Zealand), Te Kamo Scout Group Garage Sale (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 09:00 am at 15c Three Mile Bush Road, Te Kamo). - **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Whangarei in September 2026? - **A:** Northland Home & Lifestyle Show 2026 (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 10:00 am at McKay Stadium, Whangarei), Northland Forestry Awards 2026 (Fri Sep 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Whangarei), Traditional Culinary Event - "Kahin Gum Na ho Jayein / Let it not be lost" - New Zealand (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 12:00 pm at 10 Porowini Ave, Morningside, Whangarei 0110, New Zealand), Te Kamo Scout Group Garage Sale (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 09:00 am at 15c Three Mile Bush Road, Te Kamo). - **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 McKay Stadium, Whangarei, McKay Stadium, 97 Western Hills Drive, Whangarei, 10 Porowini Ave, Morningside, Whangarei 0110, New Zealand. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Food & Drinks events in Whangarei? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Food & Drinks events in Whangarei include Home & Lifestyle Shows NZ, Northland Wood Council, Traditional Tales Troupe - New Zealand. - **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 - [Food & Drink events in Mangawhai](https://allevents.in/mangawhai/food-drinks) - [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)