Hanmer Springs Fete is an exclusive shopping event held in the heart of North Canterbury offering high quality stalls from all over New Zealand.

It is a contemporary version of a much loved kiwi tradition that takes place in the historical Queen Mary Hospital Grounds celebrating the seasons at the heart of our alpine village- our event is a major fixture of the North Canterbury Showcase events calendar.

Held on Saturday beneath the stunning established trees of the historical grounds, the fete includes 200 trade stalls and are available in a variety of sizes. All trade stalls are kept protected with night security before, during and after the Fete. The Fete provides a great opportunity to business of all kinds to showcase products, services and innovations to a large range of buyers in one spectacular location.

Trade exhibitor application forms are available from the 1st of March each year.

***Applications for 2024 Hanmer Springs Fete are open 1st March***

INFORMATION & DATES FOR 2024 SPRING FETE:

1st March: Stallholder Applications Open
31st May: Stallholder Applications for Spring Fete Close
31st July: Stallholders confirmed
20th September: Stallholder payments due.
Please note: Unlesss by prior arrangement, non-payment will result in your site being transferred to another exhibitor from our waiting list
1st November: Stallholder access available to set up sites from 1pm
2nd November: Fete Day! All vehicles must be off site by 9.30am

Exhibitor Terms & Conditions

All stallholders must read and understand the Exhibitors Terms & Conditions of the Hanmer Springs Fete. Read the Terms & Conditions here..

Basic Safety Rules

  • Report any significant hazards immediately to the fete office.

  • All accidents must be reported to and recorded by the Health and Safety Manager.

  • Wear protective safety equipment appropriate to the task being undertaken and always abide by industry, manufacturers and workplace guidelines.

  • Use guards on tools and equipment as designed and ensure all equipment is in safe working order.

  • Ensure safe and suitable power supply to all tools and equipment especially around any wet areas. Always use residual current devices (RCD’s) and ensure tools are maintained and tagged / certified for work undertaken.

  • When using lifting equipment, do not overload. Secure load and always move with caution.

  • If task requires you to physically lift anything, ensure you use correct lifting technique.

  • Strive to provide a safe and healthy workplace.

  • Do not exceed the on fete site speed limit of 10km per hour.

  • Keep all work areas as clean and as tidy as is practical.

  • The Hanmer Springs Fete Committee observe the Smoke-Free Environments Act 1990 – abide by this at policy at all times.

  • Practice good hygiene at all times.

  • This is a public place and care and caution must be observed at all times.

Food Stall Information

All Food outlets must have appropriate registration for the types of products they intend to sell.