Home & Lifestyle Show Whanganui 2026 (17–18 October, Jubilee Stadium) is the lower North Island's consumer home show, with building, renovation, interiors and outdoor-living exhibitors meeting homeowners and lifestyle buyers.
Dates
17–18 Oct 2026
City / country
Whanganui, New Zealand
Venue
Jubilee Stadium
Time
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Event overview
The Home & Lifestyle Show is a two to three day event happening in three locations across New Zealand in 2026 – Manawatu, Northland, and Whanganui.
Each event features between 100 and 250 companies showcasing everything from kitchens and bathrooms to heating and insulation, artisan food and crafts, lifestyle and homeware products, and more.
TL;DR
Visitors will benefit from direct access to over 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest in home and lifestyle products. The event offers exclusive show-only deals, expert advice, and inspiration for renovations and DIY projects, making it a must-visit for anyone looking to enhance their living spaces.
Exhibitors gain visibility to a targeted audience of homeowners and DIY enthusiasts, providing an excellent opportunity to showcase products and services. The event facilitates direct engagement with potential customers, allowing for immediate feedback and sales opportunities. Showcasing over 100 exhibitors. The Home & Lifestyle Show is a key event for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts, providing a platform for businesses to showcase innovative products and services.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
228 London St, Springvale, Whanganui 4501, New Zealand
Parking: Free car parking available at the venue.
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How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Next edition
Not announced yet
Impact
The Home & Lifestyle Show is a two to three day event happening in three locations across New Zealand in 2026 – Manawatu, Northland, and Whanganui. Each event features between 100 and 250 companies showcasing everything from kitchens and bathrooms to heating and insulation, artisan food and crafts, lifestyle and homeware products, and more. The Home & Lifestyle Show is a key event for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts, providing a platform for.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include Homeowners looking to renovate or redecorate, DIY enthusiasts seeking inspiration and products, Contractors and builders interested in new products, Interior designers looking for trends and suppliers. Event Name: Home & Lifestyle Show Whanganui 2026. Dates: 17-18 October 2026. Venue: Jubilee Stadium, Whanganui. Showcasing over 100 exhibitors. Home & Lifestyle Show Whanganui 2026 attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors gain visibility to a targeted audience of homeowners and DIY enthusiasts, providing an excellent opportunity to showcase products and services. The event facilitates direct engagement with potential customers, allowing for immediate feedback and sales opportunities. Showcasing over 100 exhibitors. The Home & Lifestyle Show is a key event for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts, providing a platform for businesses to showcase innovative products and services. Exhibitor categories include Home improvement.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Home & Lifestyle Show Whanganui 2026 on 2026-10-17 to 2026-10-18 in Whanganui lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Buyers and exhibitors covering home building, interiors and outdoor living plan the Whanganui show alongside larger national and trans-Tasman consumer home fairs to compare footfall, regional coverage and stand pricing.
Pre-show
Confirm exhibitor meetings, stand builds and product demonstrations for Home & Lifestyle Show Whanganui 2026.
Show week
Aisle walk-throughs, live demonstrations and homeowner quote conversations across the Jubilee Stadium floor.
Peer events are established consumer home and lifestyle shows; confirm current dates and venues on each organiser's website before booking travel.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Whanganui Airport
Closest gateway; scheduled turboprop links to Auckland plus charter and general aviation traffic. Taxis and pre-booked shuttles meet arrivals — there is no regular airport bus.
~6 km from Jubilee Stadium
to venue
10–12 min
by car
Palmerston North Airport
Best alternative for Auckland and Christchurch connections; rental cars and InterCity coach links continue south to Whanganui.
~85 km via State Highway 3 through Bulls
to venue
1h 10min
by car
Wellington International Airport
Main international gateway for trans-Tasman and long-haul arrivals; InterCity coaches run from central Wellington to Whanganui in about 2h 45min.
~200 km via SH1 (Transmission Gully) and SH3
to venue
2h 40min off-peak
by car
New Plymouth Airport
Convenient for Taranaki-based visitors and exhibitors; Air New Zealand connects New Plymouth with Auckland and Christchurch.
~160 km via State Highway 3
to venue
2h 15min
by car
Auckland Airport
Primary international gateway into New Zealand; most overseas visitors connect straight through to Whanganui (WAG) rather than driving.
~470 km by road
to venue
6h 45min drive, or about 1h by connecting flight into WAG
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Aotea Motor Lodge
Siena Motor Lodge
The Avenue Hotel & Restaurant
Wanganui 151 On London
Burwood Motel
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi
Taxis and pre-booked shuttles meet arrivals at WAG; there is no airport bus, so arrange the pick-up ahead of early-morning show arrivals.
bus
Monday-to-Saturday services funnel through central Whanganui; the stadium sits off the main bus corridor, so finish the trip by taxi.
bus
About 2h 45min from central Wellington, with connections from Wellington Airport and a town-centre stop a short taxi ride from the stadium.
bus
Roughly 8–9 hours by road; most international visitors prefer to fly Auckland–Whanganui (WAG) instead.
taxi
Short hop from Victoria Avenue accommodation; on-site parking at the stadium is free for visitors who self-drive.
taxi
1h 10min; Best alternative for Auckland and Christchurch connections; rental cars and InterCity coach links continue south to Whanganui.
taxi
2h 40min off-peak; Main international gateway for trans-Tasman and long-haul arrivals; InterCity coaches run from central Wellington to Whanganui in about 2h 45min.
taxi
2h 15min; Convenient for Taranaki-based visitors and exhibitors; Air New Zealand connects New Plymouth with Auckland and Christchurch.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZeTA + International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy | Visitors from visa-waiver countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, most European Union states, Japan, Singapore and Australia-resident travellers entering New Zealand | $75.00 | Usually minutes when applying via the official app, up to 72 hours online | |
| Business Visitor Visa | Nationals of countries without a visa waiver attending meetings, negotiations or the Home & Lifestyle Show, and anyone undertaking business activity beyond a short visit | $200.00 | Typically 3–6 weeks; allow 8 weeks for the October show window |
Australian citizens and permanent residents can visit, live and work in New Zealand without a visa and do not need an NZeTA.
New Zealand accepts ATA Carnets for the temporary importation of exhibition stands, samples and professional equipment; arrange the carnet through your national guaranteeing association before departure and present it to NZ Customs on arrival.
Official visa pageWeather
October is spring in Whanganui and the weather is mild but changeable: daytime temperatures typically reach 16–19°C, dropping to 8–10°C overnight, with westerly fronts bringing around 90–100 mm of rain spread across roughly 14 wet days and occasional strong winds. Pack layers, a light waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes for the stadium concourses, and keep a warm mid-layer for cool evenings after the show closes.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to New Zealand.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Tipping and paying
Tipping is not expected in New Zealand. EFTPOS and contactless cards are accepted almost everywhere, including at the stadium gate, so you rarely need cash — 10% is appreciated only for standout restaurant service.
Greetings and Māori protocol
A firm handshake and direct eye contact are standard business greetings; Māori welcomes may include a hongi or harirū. Remove your shoes when entering a marae, avoid sitting on tables, and never touch someone's head.
Dress and timing
Show-floor and business dress in Whanganui is smart casual — chinos or jeans with a collared shirt work well. Arrive on time for meetings, keep small talk brief, and expect conversations to move quickly to practical detail.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: WAG
Whanganui is served by regional flights into Whanganui Airport (WAG), with most visitors connecting via Auckland (AKL) or Wellington (WLG). Indicative New Zealand domestic fares captured for the October 2026 window start around NZ$150 one way, so book early for the 17-18 October 2026 show weekend.
Visitors from visa-waiver countries must hold a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) plus the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy before boarding — NZ$23 online or NZ$17 via the official app, plus NZ$100 IVL, usually approved within 72 hours. Nationals of non visa-waiver countries attending for business need a New Zealand Business Visitor Visa (government fee NZ$341, typically 3–6 weeks). Exhibitors shipping stand materials or samples can use an ATA Carnet for temporary importation.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
NZ$23 online or NZ$17 via the official NZeTA app, plus the NZ$100 IVL paid at the same time — about NZ$123 in total online. Apply at nzeta.immigration.govt.nz before booking flights. Government fee is NZ$341 per applicant (about USD 200); apply online through Immigration New Zealand with an invitation or exhibitor confirmation letter.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Whanganui Airport (WAG): 10–12 min; Palmerston North Airport (PMR): 1h 10min; Wellington International Airport (WLG): 2h 40min off-peak; New Plymouth Airport (NPL): 2h 15min. Allow road or rail time to Jubilee Stadium; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Jubilee Stadium: Central Whanganui, 1.1 km from Jubilee Stadium: Aotea Motor Lodge; Central Whanganui, walking distance to the stadium and Victoria Avenue dining: Siena Motor Lodge; Victoria Avenue precinct, 1.1 km from the venue: The Avenue Hotel & Restaurant.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Whanganui; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Whanganui has no metro or passenger rail, so buses, taxis and rental cars cover the last leg to Jubilee Stadium. Horizons regional urban buses run Monday to Saturday into the central Victoria Avenue interchange, roughly a five-minute taxi ride from the stadium, with Bee Card fares around NZ$2–3 per trip. InterCity coaches connect Whanganui with Wellington (about 2h 45min) and Auckland, stopping in the town centre.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Jubilee Stadium; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026
Temperature: Daytime 16–19°C, overnight 8–10°C (Whanganui, October)
Seasonality: Spring: changeable westerly weather with roughly 90–100 mm of rain over about 14 days in October and occasional strong winds — plan for showers between sunny spells rather than all-day rain.
Packing: October 2026
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Saturday 17 October 2026 (opening day)
Opening day carries the heaviest footfall and every exhibitor is fully staffed, with senior sales and technical people on the stands rather than rotating weekend cover. Arriving at Saturday opening gives first access to show-only offers and enough time to revisit stands on Sunday 18 October to finalise quotes before the 4pm-style close of the two-day run.
Confirm passport validity and check New Zealand visitor entry requirements — International attendees should verify visa or NZeTA requirements before booking flights.
Book flights into Whanganui Airport (WAG) via Auckland or Wellington — Target arrival 16-17 October 2026 ahead of the 17-18 October show weekend.
Reserve accommodation near Jubilee Stadium — Options include Aotea Motor Lodge, Wanganui 151 On London and The Avenue Hotel, all within 1.5 km.
Register online and save your visitor ticket or badge confirmation — Registration and tickets are published on homeandlifestyleshow.co.nz.
Download the exhibitor list and hall floor plan — Use the organiser website to shortlist stands before travelling.
Shortlist exhibitors and pre-book appointments — Focus on renovation, interiors, appliances and outdoor living suppliers.
Plan local transport to the venue — Most nearby hotels are within 1.5 km of Jubilee Stadium, walkable or a short taxi ride.
Check Whanganui October weather and pack accordingly — Spring conditions in the lower North Island can be changeable, so bring a light rain jacket.
Prepare a budget, room measurements and photos for renovation quotes — Bringing plans helps exhibitors give accurate on-site estimates.
Pack meeting documents, notebook and a tote for samples — Plan Day 1 arrival early for orientation and badge collection at Jubilee Stadium.
Arrive at Jubilee Stadium, buy entry (NZ$6 door, NZ$4 earlybird, under-12s free) and collect the show guide, then walk the renovation and building aisles to shortlist joinery, insulation, heating and roofing suppliers.
Jubilee Stadium — main hallBook sit-down quotes with kitchen, bathroom and flooring exhibitors; compare product specifications, installation lead times and show-only pricing side by side.
Jubilee Stadium — interiors and homeware standsBreak at the venue refreshment area, then drive five minutes into central Whanganui for a café lunch on Victoria Avenue if you want to review quotes away from the floor.
Jubilee Stadium / Victoria Avenue, WhanganuiWork the outdoor living, landscaping, spa and lifestyle zone, sit in on any live demonstrations, and capture exhibitor contacts before the doors close so follow-up quotes can be requested the following week.
Jubilee Stadium — outdoor living and lifestyle zoneWhanganui National Park and the Whanganui River Road
New Plymouth and Mount Taranaki
Wellington
Exhibitor stands on the Jubilee Stadium show floor
Venue refreshment and seating area
Victoria Avenue cafés and restaurants, central Whanganui
Budget
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This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · Earlybird
NZD 4 / per person
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visitor · Adult
NZD 6 / per person
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visitor · NZeTA + International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy
USD 75 / per application
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visitor · Business Visitor Visa
USD 200 / per application
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Earlybird | NZD 4 / per person | official | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Adult | NZD 6 / per person | official | |
| visa_fee | visitor | NZeTA + International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy | USD 75 / per application | official | |
| visa_fee | visitor | Business Visitor Visa | USD 200 / per application | official |
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visit
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Best for
Whanganui and lower North Island homeowners researching renovations, interiors or new-build products, plus lifestyle buyers comparing suppliers on site.
Min. budget
$350.00
Timeline
4-6 weeks for flights, hotel and ticket planning.
Risks
Whanganui has limited hotel rooms around the 17-18 October 2026 weekend; book early.
Regional flights into Whanganui (WAG) fill quickly in peak spring travel.
exhibit
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Best for
Local and national suppliers of renovation, building products, furnishings, appliances and outdoor living who want direct homeowner leads in the lower North Island.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
90 days for stand booking, build and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Stand allocation and build-up slots depend on organiser scheduling with NZME Publishing Ltd.
Staff travel and accommodation in Whanganui tighten closer to the show.
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Best for
International suppliers with no New Zealand distribution or local homeowner channel to service leads.
Timeline
Not applicable.
Risks
No local presence to follow up consumer leads generated at a regional home show.
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