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19 October 2026
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Lions Market Day 2026 In the Square

🌟 Palmerston North’s Premier Community Market Day is Back for 2026!

Looking for the ultimate Labour Weekend outing? Join us at The Square on Saturday, 24th October for the Lions Market Day!

We’ve packed the heart of Palmy with 85+ record-breaking stalls, mouth-watering street food, live local entertainment, and fun for the whole whānau!

✨ HIGHLIGHTS YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS:

  • 🛍️ 85+ Artisan & Craft Stalls: Handcrafted jewellery, Pounamu, woodwork, plants, eco-fashion, collectibles & unique gifts.

  • 🍔 Global Street Food & Treats: Gourmet burgers, Thai street food, Japanese katsu, German sausages, real fruit ice cream, waffles & slushies!

  • 🩺 Lions My Free Health Check ("The Glob"): Offering free general health checkups for all attendees.

  • 🎡 Kids' Rides & Entertainment: Bouncy castles, laughing clowns, face painting 

  • Live local performers on stage throughout the day!

📍 Where: The Square, Palmerston North
⏰ When: Saturday, 24th October 2026 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Wet or Fine)
🎟️ Entry: Completely FREE