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Event overview
Overview
The Tauranga Home Show 2027 is set to take place from 30 April to 2 May at Mercury Arena Baypark. This premier event will showcase over 300 exhibitors, offering everything from building materials to home décor.
It's an excellent opportunity for homeowners and builders to explore the latest trends and innovations in home improvement. Tauranga Home Show 2027 takes place in Tauranga, New Zealand.
Venue: Mercury Arena Baypark. Scheduled 30 April - 2 May 2027.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Tauranga Home Show 2027 runs from 30 April to 2 May 2027 at Mercury Arena Baypark, Tauranga.
- 2Scale and Focus: This event features over 300 exhibitors showcasing home improvement products and services.
- 3Organiser: The show is organised by Bay Events Ltd, known for hosting major events in New Zealand.
- 4Buyer Authority: Homeowners, builders, and renovation specialists are expected to attend.
- 5Entry: Tickets are priced at $12 for adults, with children under 13 free; special deals available.
Why visit
The Tauranga Home Show 2027 is set to take place from 30 April to 2 May. Homeowners, builders, and renovation specialists are expected to attend.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the Tauranga Home Show provides unparalleled access to a targeted audience of homeowners and industry professionals. This event features over 300 exhibitors showcasing home improvement products and services. Homeowners, builders, and renovation specialists are expected to attend.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Homeowners looking to renovate or build
Interior designers seeking new products
Contractors and builders in the construction sector
Landscapers and outdoor living specialists
Furniture and home décor retailers
DIY enthusiasts and hobbyists
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Home renovation specialists
Furniture and interior design companies
Building material suppliers
Landscaping and outdoor living experts
Kitchen and bathroom designers
Home technology and automation providers
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Kitchen joinery, benchtops, cabinetry hardware and tapware
Bathroomware, tiling, showers, vanities and waterproofing systems
Windows and doors: aluminium joinery, double glazing, retrofit glazing and insect screens
Building materials: timber, cladding, roofing, GIB plasterboard and fixings
Insulation, heat pumps, ventilation and underfloor heating
Flooring: timber, laminate, vinyl, carpet, tiles and underlay
Interior finishes: paint, wallpaper, curtains, blinds and shutters
Landscaping: paving, retaining, turf, irrigation, garden structures and plants
Outdoor living: decks, pergolas, louvres, BBQs and spa pools
Smart home, security, lighting and home automation
Home appliances, whiteware and laundry systems
Renovation services: builders, architects, designers, project managers and quantity surveyors
Sustainable home technology: solar, hot water heat pumps, water tanks and EV chargers
Location & Facilities
Venue
Mercury Arena Baypark
81 Truman Lane, Mount Maunganui
Facilities
Parking
Mercury Arena Baypark in Tauranga typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Mercury Arena Baypark in Tauranga typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Mercury Arena Baypark for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Event days & opening times
DayOpening hours
30 April – 2 May 2027:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
General admission
Adults
12
Who runs the show
Organisers
[Bay Events Ltd](https://www
Organiser
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
This edition
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Exhibitors: 300
Next edition
Not announced yet
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Tauranga, New Zealand
Why it matters
On 2027-04-30 to 2027-05-02, Tauranga Home Show 2027 in Tauranga covering Building materials and supplies, Furniture and home décor, Kitchens and bathrooms, Landscaping products, Home improvemen gives construction buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
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Hybrid engagement models
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Trinity Wharf Tauranga
4-star
Tauranga waterfrontUSD 160–210 / night
Waterfront option roughly a short drive from Mercury Arena Baypark; the most convenient base if you want restaurants and the harbour on the doorstep.
Breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, free parking, pool, air conditioning
Quest Tauranga Central
4-star serviced apartments
Tauranga centralUSD 140–185 / night
Apartment-style rooms with kitchens suit exhibitor crews staying several nights; parking is charged, so factor that into the trip budget.
Free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), kitchen in rooms, accessible, kid-friendly, smoke-free
The Pacific Apartments
4-star
TaurangaUSD 145–190 / night
Self-contained apartments with pool and hot tub; practical for two colleagues sharing or for a family extending the trip around the show.
Free Wi-Fi, free parking, pool, hot tub, air conditioning, fitness center, kitchen in some rooms, accessible
Mercure Tauranga
3-star
TaurangaUSD 95–125 / night
The value pick of the four, with free parking and an on-site restaurant; rooms are older-style than the waterfront properties.
Breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool, air conditioning, bar, restaurant, room service
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Bus (Baybus regional network)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forTauranga central and Mount Maunganui routes toward Baypark
Baybus is the Bay of Plenty regional bus brand. Tag on and off with a Bee Card for the lower fare; check the journey planner for the stop closest to Mercury Arena Baypark and allow extra time on show weekends.
Taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forTauranga Airport (TRG) to Mercury Arena Baypark
The airport sits close to the Baypark side of the city, so this is a short metered trip rather than a long transfer. Taxis are also the simplest option after the hall closes if buses have thinned out.
Rideshare (app-based)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forTauranga city hotels to Mercury Arena Baypark
App-based rideshare coverage in Tauranga is thinner than in Auckland, so request the car before you leave the hall and expect longer waits at peak exit times.
InterCity coach
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forAuckland, Hamilton or Rotorua to Tauranga
InterCity runs scheduled coach services into Tauranga with onboard Wi-Fi. A practical alternative to a domestic flight if you are coming from Auckland or Hamilton and want to avoid airport transfers.
Private car / venue parking
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forMercury Arena Baypark on-site car parks
Mercury Arena Baypark has on-site parking; whether a charge applies varies by event. Arrive before mid-morning on the busiest day and follow marshals rather than parking on nearby verges.
taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forAuckland Airport (AKL) to Mercury Arena Baypark
taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forHamilton Airport (HLZ) to Mercury Arena Baypark
Weather
Tauranga is on the Bay of Plenty coast in the North Island, so a late April to early May show falls in southern-hemisphere autumn: daytime temperatures typically sit around 17-21 C, overnight lows around 10-13 C, and the month carries roughly 100-120 mm of rain, often arriving as short passing showers between settled fine spells. Plan for one wet afternoon across a two-day stay, and check MetService or another New Zealand forecast service in the week before travel rather than relying on this seasonal band.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
New Zealand mobile coverage in central Tauranga and at Mercury Arena Baypark is generally good on the main networks (One NZ, Spark and 2degrees), with 4G/5G in the city and more variable signal in coastal and rural spots. Visitors roaming from overseas should check their home plan's New Zealand rates or buy a local prepaid SIM or eSIM on arrival at Auckland or Tauranga. Venue Wi-Fi for exhibitors is not published in the sources checked here, so plan to tether or bring a mobile hotspot for stand demos and card payments. New Zealand uses 230 V Type I plugs, so bring an adapter.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Māori place names and protocol
Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and the Bay of Plenty carry Māori names that are in everyday use; local iwi are Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Ranginui and Ngāti Pūkenga. A basic greeting such as kia ora is widely used and appreciated in shops and on stands.
Payments and tipping
Card and contactless payment (EFTPOS and PayWave) is standard in Tauranga, and displayed prices include 15% GST. Tipping is not expected in cafes or taxis, and cash is rarely needed except for small market stalls.
Opening hours
Retail in regional New Zealand keeps shorter hours than in major cities: many shops close around 17:00-18:00 on weekdays, run reduced Saturday hours and open limited on Sunday. Plan supermarket and hardware runs around that.
Coastal outdoor culture
The Bay of Plenty lifestyle revolves around the beach and harbour - Mount Maunganui's ocean beach and the Mauao summit walk are the standard local downtime options, and a light rain shell plus walking shoes covers most of it in autumn.
Sustainability norms
Single-use plastic bags are not handed out at New Zealand retailers and recycling bins are common in public places and hotels; bring a reusable bag for brochures and samples collected on the show floor.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
No usable fare rows were captured for this run, so no ticket price is quoted. Tauranga (TRG) is served by turboprop aircraft with limited frequencies, so search Auckland (AKL) plus a domestic connection as well as a through fare, and compare against flying to Auckland and taking an InterCity coach. Book six to ten weeks out for the late April window, check the turboprop cabin baggage limit separately from the international allowance, and re-check schedules closer to travel because regional services can shift seasonally.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Tauranga; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Mercury Arena Baypark: Tauranga waterfront: Trinity Wharf Tauranga; Tauranga central: Quest Tauranga Central; Tauranga: The Pacific Apartments.
Ride-hail: App-based rideshare operates in Tauranga but with thinner coverage and longer waits than Auckland or Wellington, so request the car before you leave Mercury Arena Baypark and expect surge pricing around hall closing time. Keep a local taxi company number as a backup, particularly for early build-up calls or late bump-out when few drivers are circling the venue.
Public transit: Tauranga's urban bus network is Baybus, the Bay of Plenty regional service. Fares are cheapest with a Bee Card, a stored-value card you tag on and off with, and higher if you pay cash on board. Use the baybus.co.nz journey planner to find the stop closest to Mercury Arena Baypark and the trip from your hotel, because routes and frequencies vary across the city and Mount Maunganui. Allow extra time on show weekends and check the last service of the day before committing to a bus-only plan.
Parking: Mercury Arena Baypark has on-site car parking, which makes it the practical choice if you are driving from Hamilton, Rotorua or elsewhere in the Bay of Plenty. Event-day charges and gate arrangements are set per event and are not published in the sources checked here, so budget a small amount and confirm with the venue or organiser. Arrive before mid-morning on the busiest day, follow marshals rather than parking on verges, and allow time to walk from the outer car parks to the hall.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: Late April to early May 2027 (southern-hemisphere autumn)
Temperature: Daytime approx. 17-21 C, overnight approx. 10-13 C
Seasonality: Autumn on the Bay of Plenty brings roughly 100-120 mm of rain across the month, usually as passing showers rather than all-day rain, mixed with settled fine spells. Coastal showers can arrive quickly; check MetService in the final week for the actual show forecast.
Packing: Pack layers rather than one heavy coat: mild afternoons, cool evenings and changeable coastal showers. A light waterproof shell, comfortable shoes for concrete hall floors and a reusable tote for brochures cover the show days; add sunscreen and a hat if you plan to walk Mauao or spend time at Mount Maunganui beach.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Tauranga Home Show 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
T-14: Buy general admission online rather than at the door; the listed adult ticket was USD 12 and online buyers usually skip the manual entry queue.
Day 2
T-12: Book accommodation in Tauranga central or the waterfront; check whether your rate includes parking, because Baypark is a drive from most city hotels.
Day 3
T-10: Book flights to Tauranga (TRG) via Auckland, or fly into Auckland and add a domestic connection or InterCity coach to Tauranga.
Day 4
T-7: Download the exhibitor list and mark the stands that match your project - kitchen joinery, insulation and heating, joinery, landscaping, flooring.
Day 5
T-7: If you plan to use Baybus, order a Bee Card online or pick one up in town; fares are lower than cash.
Day 6
T-5: Check the MetService forecast for Tauranga and pack accordingly; autumn showers arrive fast on the Bay of Plenty coast.; T-3: Print or download your ticket and QR code, and plan your parking or drop-off at Mercury Arena Baypark.
Day 7
T-2: Put your house plans, photos of the room you are renovating, measurements and a budget ceiling in a folder or on your phone.
Day 8
T-1: Pack layered clothing, a light rain jacket, comfortable shoes for a concrete-floored venue, a tote for brochures and a notebook for stand numbers to revisit.
Day 9
T-14: Confirm the show dates, hall opening hours and venue address (Mercury Arena Baypark) on taurangahomeshow.co.nz before locking in travel.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Mercury Arena Baypark
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Tauranga Home Show 2027 registration concourse
Mercury Arena Baypark
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Mercury Arena Baypark
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$190.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General admission
USD 12 / per person
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Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Tauranga Home Show 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Tauranga Home Show 2027, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Building materials and supplies and Furniture and home décor solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Tauranga Home Show 2027 in Tauranga.
Min. budget
$582.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Building materials and supplies and Furniture and home décor products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,619.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Tauranga show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
Gallery
Photos
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Where is the closest airport to Tauranga for the show?
Tauranga Airport (TRG) is the city's own airport, run by Tauranga City Council, and it publishes its own parking rates. Rome2rio lists taxi as a direct way between the airport and central Tauranga. Longer-haul travellers often route via Auckland and connect onward.
How do I get around Tauranga without a car?
Use Baybus, the Bay of Plenty regional bus network, with the Bee Card stored-value fare card. Bus maps and a transit app cover the Tauranga area for live departures, and InterCity coaches connect Tauranga with other North Island centres.
Where should I park in Tauranga?
Tauranga City Council publishes city parking fees and a where-to-park guide, and Parkopedia and Parkito list paid and free lots across Tauranga. Airport parking rates are published separately by Tauranga Airport if you are driving to a flight.
Which hotels are close to central Tauranga?
Google Hotels results for Tauranga include Trinity Wharf Tauranga and The Pacific Apartments (4-star, both with pools and free parking), Quest Tauranga Central (4-star serviced apartments with kitchens and paid parking) and MERCURE TAURANGA (3-star with outdoor pool, bar and restaurant).
What is the weather like in Tauranga in late April and early May?
Late April and early May are autumn on the Bay of Plenty coast: mild temperatures with a chance of passing showers and cooler evenings. Pack layers and a light rain jacket.
Glossary
- Building consent (BC)
- Formal approval from the territorial authority - Tauranga City Council for this show - before carrying out building work that is not exempt under Schedule 1 of the Building Act. Most structural, plumbing, drainage and cladding work needs one, and the consent comes with inspected milestones.
- Code Compliance Certificate (CCC)
- The certificate a council issues at the end of a consented project confirming the completed work complies with the building consent. Buyers and insurers ask for it, so keep it with the property file.
- Resource consent
- Permission under the Resource Management Act for a land use that does not meet district plan rules, for example a minor dwelling, a second storey breaching a height-to-boundary rule, or earthworks over a set volume.
- LIM report
- Land Information Memorandum issued by the council listing consents, stormwater and drainage, hazards, heritage items and rates for a property. Buyers order one before going unconditional.
- R-value
- The measure of thermal resistance used to compare insulation products. The New Zealand Building Code sets minimum R-values by climate zone and building element, so a higher R-value means better resistance to heat flow.
- Double glazing / IGU
- An insulated glass unit with two panes separated by a sealed gap, usually argon filled. Installers quote either retrofit units that reuse existing frames or full-frame replacement with new aluminium joinery.
- Aluminium joinery
- In New Zealand building usage, joinery means the window and door units rather than cabinetmaking. Coastal Tauranga installations need the correct wind zone and corrosion exposure rating.
- GIB / plasterboard
- The gypsum lining board used on walls and ceilings. GIB is a brand name that has become the everyday term, and bracing and wet-area grades are specified separately from standard board.
- Producer statement (PS1-PS4)
- Written statements from a designer, contractor or supplier confirming that certain work or products comply with the Building Code. Councils collect them as part of issuing a CCC.
- Healthy Homes standards
- Minimum requirements for rental properties covering heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture ingress and draught stopping. Landlords visiting the show usually come for heat pumps, extract fans and underfloor insulation.
- Section
- The New Zealand term for a plot of land. A serviced section already has power, water, wastewater and stormwater connections at or near the boundary, which changes the build cost.
- Bee Card
- The stored-value card used on Baybus regional buses around Tauranga and the wider Bay of Plenty. Tagging on and off with a Bee Card costs less per trip than paying a cash fare.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Tauranga Home Show 2027
- Home and Lifestyle Event Tauranga
- Home Improvement Show New Zealand
- Exhibitors Tauranga Home Show
- Tauranga New Zealand
- Home & Lifestyle Show Tauranga 2027
- Interior Design
- Construction
- Landscaping
- Home & Lifestyle Show Exhibition Tauranga
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