So you want to be involved in the Local Wild Food Festival? That's great! Check out the details below to see how we can work together

Vendors

Food Trucks: The site fee is $150 + GST, all sites are non-powered. Preference will be given to vendors offering wild food inspired dishes.

Market Stalls: The site fee is $75 + GST per 3x3m stall.

Eco Groups: The site fee is free-of-charge.
 

Food Vendor Expression of Interest Form 

Market and Eco Group Expression of Interest Form

Cooking Challenge

Don’t Miss Out — Join the Challenge Now! Individual or Team – the decision is yours! 

Take on the Individual Cooking Challenge and showcase your wild food skills, or gather your crew for the Team Mystery Box Challenge and create a winning dish with surprise ingredients!

Individual Challenge Entry Form 

Team Mystery Box Entry Form

Volunteer

Join our amazing team of volunteers and help bring the event to life! It’s a great way to meet people, gain experience, and be part of something special.

 

Email us events@whakatane.govt.nz

 

Whakatāne's Local Wild Food Festival is back for 2026!

The Local Wild Food Challenge returns as part of the popular Local Wild Food Festival