Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | Weekly in Christchurch

🌱 Mount Pleasant Farmers Market: Fresh Local Produce Every Saturday! 🍎

Join us every Saturday morning from 9am to 12pm at the Mount Pleasant Community Centre for Christchurch's vibrant farmers market. Browse fantastic local produce and wares from fresh and passionate vendors.

Key Details:

• 📅 Every Saturday, 9am-12pm
• 📍 Mount Pleasant Community Centre, 3 McCormacks Bay Road, Mount Pleasant, Christchurch
• 💰 Free entry
• 📞 Contact: Jackie at 021 195 9044 or market@mpcc.org.nz

Our Community Stall is available at no charge each market for non-profit groups or individuals who are fundraising. For questions about being a regular vendor or anything else about the market, please contact Jackie.

Why Local Farmers Markets Matter in Christchurch

Farmers markets have become a cornerstone of community life across New Zealand, offering much more than just fresh produce. These weekly gatherings create a vibrant hub where locals can connect with the people who grow their food.

Supporting local farmers markets like Mount Pleasant offers numerous benefits:

• Fresher Food: Produce at farmers markets is typically harvested within 24 hours of sale, ensuring maximum freshness, flavour, and nutritional value.
• Seasonal Eating: Shopping at farmers markets naturally encourages eating seasonally, which is better for your health and the environment.
• Supporting Local Economy: When you spend money at the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, that money stays in the Christchurch economy and supports local families.
• Reduced Food Miles: Food at farmers markets travels significantly shorter distances than supermarket produce, reducing carbon emissions.
• Community Connection: The market provides a space for neighbours to meet, chat with growers, and build community bonds.

For many vendors, farmers markets represent a crucial income stream and a way to build their brand directly with consumers. For shoppers, it's an opportunity to ask questions about growing practices, get cooking tips, and discover unique varieties not found in supermarkets.

The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market exemplifies the best of Canterbury's local food culture, bringing together growers and makers who are passionate about quality, sustainability, and authentic food experiences.

Make Saturday mornings special by visiting the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market - your taste buds and local farmers will thank you!