Ōtautahi Made Winter Market

Join us for the Ōtautahi Made Mid Winter Market — a curated creative market experience celebrating the very best of handmade, designed, and local.

Taking place on Saturday 21 June at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, this is a milestone event — the first curated market in the space and the first time it has been opened to the public for a free event.

Explore over 180 incredible makers, designers, and creatives from across Ōtautahi and beyond. Discover unique, high-quality products, meet the people behind the work, and support small businesses doing what they love.

Event Hours

🛍 VIP Hour | 9:00AM – 10:00AM (Ticketed)
Enjoy exclusive early access before the crowds. Take your time to connect with makers and shop first from all 180 stalls in a calmer, more relaxed environment.

🌟 General Entry | 10:00AM – 3:00PM (Free Entry)
The market opens to the public. Experience a vibrant, bustling atmosphere filled with creativity, connection, and one-of-a-kind finds.

🌿 Sensory Hour | 3:00PM – 4:00PM (Free Entry)
A quieter, low-sensory experience with reduced crowd numbers and softer lighting, designed to make the market accessible and comfortable for all.

Ōtautahi Made is built on a simple belief — when you support local, you support real people, real stories, and real livelihoods.

Come and be part of something special this winter. 💛

Info: VIP Early Access Hour | 9:00AM – 10:00AM

Start your market experience the best way — with exclusive early access before the doors open to the public.

VIP gives you the opportunity to shop first from over 180 curated makers, meet the creators behind the work, and enjoy a calmer, more relaxed atmosphere.

Take your time, explore without the crowds, and secure your favourite pieces before they’re gone.

This hour is designed for those who want a more intentional experience — first pick, more space, and a chance to truly connect with local makers.

Limited tickets available.

Info: General Entry | 10:00AM – 3:00PM (Free Entry)

Step into a vibrant market experience and explore over 180 local makers, designers, and creatives — all under one roof.

Discover unique, handmade and locally designed products, meet the people behind the work, and support small businesses doing what they love.

With a lively atmosphere and something for everyone, this is your chance to shop local, connect with creators, and find something truly special.

Info: Sensory Hour | 3:00PM – 4:00PM (Free Entry)

Our Sensory Hour is a dedicated low-sensory experience designed to make the market more accessible and comfortable for all.

During this time, we will be reducing crowd numbers, lowering lighting levels, and creating a quieter, calmer environment throughout the space.

This allows visitors to explore the market at their own pace, with less stimulation and more room to move and engage with makers.

Everyone is welcome — this hour is about creating a more inclusive experience for those who benefit from a gentler environment.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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