Locals and visitors can get their hands on second-hand treasures and feel-good finds at the Wastebusters’ Sustainable Christmas Market, coming up on Saturday (November 23).

From 9am-2pm, the Wastebusters yard will become a festive hub of locally made treasures, sustainable shopping, and plenty of holiday cheer, Wastebusters’ reuse team leader Mathilde Fonteneau said. 

”Our Reuse Team has been busy collecting wonderful gifts and decorations, and we can’t wait to decorate the shop and welcome everyone into the festive spirit,” she said.

“This market is one of our favourite events of the year.”

There will be more than 20 stalls featuring everything from artwork and jewellery to handmade ceramics and houseplants. 

Mathilde said shoppers can expect to find thoughtful gifts, stocking stuffers, and unique treasures.

The reuse shop will also be filled with secondhand decorations, affordable gifts, and alternative wrapping options.

One of the stallholders from last year’s market.

Plant-based food will be available from The Fox and Badger.

Shopping at Saturday’s Sustainable Christmas Market will support talented local makers and a more sustainable holiday spirit, she Matilde said.

“We love seeing the Wānaka community come together at this event,” she said.

“It’s a chance to celebrate the season while making thoughtful choices for people and the planet.”

The on-site car park will be closed for the market stalls and parking will be available across the road; pedestrians should follow the yellow cones to the pedestrian entrance; and bike parking is available on-site.

The drop-off lane will be closed for the day.

PHOTOS: Wastebusters