Timaru District Market Guide

                          
The Timaru District is home to four vibrant artisan markets, each offering a unique blend of handcrafted gifts, homemade creations, fresh produce and delicious cuisine. Spend your weekend exploring the markets of Timaru, Temuka, Geraldine and Pleasant Point and supporting local businesses.

    

                    

                
            
            

                
Timaru Artisan Famers Market
Heritage Place, 2 George Street, Timaru
Saturdays 9am - 12:30pm
Fresh and seasonal produce, artisan crafts, delicious hot food and drink, delightful sweet treats and more can be found at the Timaru Artisan Farmers Market. Located at Heritage Place on 2 George Street, right outside the Timaru Information Centre, this central market with fantastic live music is the perfect spot to pick up beautiful produce for the week.
Some much-loved local favourites include Geraldine Free Range Eggs, Huttons Honey, Raspberry Cottage for seasonal vegetables, fresh loaves from Saturday Baker, flavours from Sitang’s Kitchen and quality cuts from Chopped Butchery.
            
            

    

                    

                
The Temuka Market
Town Square, Temuka
Saturdays 10am - 1pm
Discover the charm of the Temuka Market, where plants, flowers, fresh eggs, homemade baking and handcrafted goods fill the stalls. From wooden toys and hair accessories to jams, relishes, soaps and garden art, it’s the perfect spot to find a little something special.
            
            

                
            
            

    

                    

                
            
            

                
Geraldine Farmers Market
St Mary’s Church car park, Talbot Street, Geraldine
Saturdays 9am - 1pm
Grab a coffee, cold drink or an ice cream, then wander the stalls while enjoying the live band at the Geraldine Farmers Market. Pick up fresh loaves, croissants and cinnamon rolls from Bread and Buttered, browse homemade toys and teddies, garden art and jewellery, or stock up on fruit, veges and Geraldine eggs. You’ll also find cosy homemade knitwear, dried florals, lavender oils, candles and plenty of unique locally made goodies.
            
            

    

                    

                
Pleasant Point Farmers Market
Main Road, Pleasant Point
Monthly every 3rd Sunday, 9am - 12:30pm
The Pleasant Point Farmers Market offers a great mix of food, fresh produce, plant stalls, food carts and local crafts, perfect for a relaxed Sunday morning out. Come for coffee, Sunday brunch and live music, then browse a wide range of stalls selling local gifts, knitting, cards, cookies, homemade clothing, crafts and plants. You’ll also find plenty of delicious treats and fresh, seasonal produce from local businesses.