Last updated: 11 November 2024
Spread the joy of the holidays in Masterton with our guide. Find out about all the festive events and activities that make this season special. For those who love Masterton and those about to fall in love with it, our guide is your holiday companion.
Experience the magic of the festive season at the Masterton Christmas Fair, where local artisans showcase their handcrafted goods and delicious food stalls bring the spirit of giving to life. The KTS Dance Show 2024 - Show 1 will captivate audiences with stunning performances that highlight local talent. And definitely don't forget the North Pole Express Kapiti, a delightful train journey that takes you through a winter wonderland. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Masterton Holiday Markets and Shopping
Masterton Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Community-driven holiday market with local vendors and fundraising support.
- Description
- The Masterton Christmas Fair is a major fundraising event by Masterton South Rotary, featuring stalls with local retailers, crafts, and food. It supports community groups and charities both locally and nationwide.
- Where
- Masterton | More Info : Masterton Christmas Fair
Carterton Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Local artisans and unique gifts
- Description
- Carterton Christmas Market is a vibrant celebration featuring local artisans, delicious food, and unique gifts. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and discover something special.
- Where
- Carterton | More Info : Carterton Christmas Market
Martinborough Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Showcase of NZ-made goods by local artisans.
- Description
- The Martinborough Fair is one of New Zealand's largest and most popular craft markets, featuring over 500 stall holders selling a predominance of NZ-made goods. Held on the first Saturdays of February and March each year, it showcases local artisans and craftspeople from all over the country.
- Where
- Martinborough | More Info : Martinborough Christmas Fair
Masterton Holiday Shows and Entertainment
North Pole Express Kapiti
- What to Expect
- Interactive train ride with Santa and festive entertainment.
- Description
- Embark on a festive train journey to meet Santa, sing carols, and enjoy iced cocoa and cookies. Decorated carriages and special surprises await passengers of all ages.
- Where
- Paraparaumu | More Info : North Pole Express Kapiti
KTS Dance Show 2024 - Show 1
- What to Expect
- High-energy dance performances with diverse styles.
- Description
- KTS Dance Show 2024 - Show 1 features a vibrant display of dance performances by talented artists, showcasing a variety of styles and routines.
- Where
- Masterton | More Info : KTS Dance Show 2024 - Show 1
Badjelly the Witch Glow Show
- What to Expect
- Unique mash-up of science, puppetry, and music.
- Description
- Badjelly the Witch Glow Show is a reimagined Spike Milligan classic featuring science, puppetry, and music. The show brings a little fright and lots of fun with its larger-than-life characters and giggle-inducing catch-cries.
- Where
- Masterton | More Info : Badjelly the Witch Glow Show
Te Raukura ki Kāpiti - Sweet of Works 2024
- What to Expect
- Seductive burlesque and thrilling circus stunts.
- Description
- Te Raukura ki Kāpiti - Sweet of Works 2024 features a burlesque spectacular with Boom Boom Room Burlesques and Let Them Eat Cake, showcasing seductive twists and thrilling stunts.
- Where
- Paraparaumu | More Info : Te Raukura ki Kāpiti - Sweet of Works 2024
Bookshop Prayers with Paul McLaney
- What to Expect
- Multi-talented musician Paul McLaney presents his new book with a one-hour recital of poetry and music.
- Description
- Join Paul McLaney for an afternoon of poetry and music as he performs from his new book, Bookshop Prayers, at Hedleys Bookshop in Masterton. Featuring rhymes and songs for all ages, this event is part of the Yarns in Barns Wairarapa Festival of Reading.
- Where
- Masterton | More Info : Bookshop Prayers with Paul McLaney
Masterton Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Parade
- What to Expect
- Community-driven parade with 35 floats.
- Description
- The Masterton Christmas Parade is a vibrant community event featuring 35 floats, starting on Queen Street next to the Countdown supermarket and ending at the Farriers Bar & Eatery carpark. It's a celebration of the holiday season with local participation and festive spirit.
- Where
- Masterton | More Info : Christmas Parade
Stones Trek (Daytime Self-Guided Tour)
- What to Expect
- Self-guided tour with map and audio-visual explanations.
- Description
- Explore Aotearoa's very own Stonehenge on a self-guided tour. Receive a map and audio-visual explanations to learn about the beauty of New Zealand's Wairarapa.
- Where
- Masterton | More Info : Stones Trek (Daytime Self-Guided Tour)