Friday 6 December,
5pm to 9pm

Come along to the Lopdell Twilight Market to shop the fabulous array of festive stalls and enjoy an abundance of free activities for the whole whānau.

The Lopdell Twilight Market is made possible with support from Lopdell Trust and Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

The Titirangi Village Christmas Lights will be turned on at 8.30pm. After the market, gather outside Barfoot & Thompson for the ceremony.

Lopdell Twilight Market

Face Painting & Balloons

Bring your tamariki to the Rooftop Terrace for some spectacular face decoration by Arian and Annamarie, and check out some artful balloon twisting by Samantha.

Festive Offerings

Creative Collage

Local Artist Naomi Azoulay will be on the Rooftop Terrace to guide you through the creative process of collaging your own greeting cards and decorations from upcycled materials.

The Mollymawks

Al and Emily will be on the Rooftop Terrace all evening long, performing original tunes and covers with flavours of pop, folk and country as the sun sets over the mighty Waitākere Ranges.

Greater Auckland Chorus

The Greater Auckland Chorus is an award-winning, dynamic group of performers who specialises in four part harmony. They’ll be belting out festive tunes throughout the Precinct to get you in the holiday spirit.

Fundraiser BBQ

The Titirangi homeschooling group, Waldorf at Home, is running the BBQ at this year’s Twilight Market. Find them on the Rooftop Terrace to enjoy a delicious sausage sizzle in a sourdough bun.

Mister Gelato

Indulge in a scoop from Mister Gelato at their cart in the main entrance foyer. Every batch of gelato is handcrafted from scratch in a traditional Italian way.

Festive Short Films

Robin from Flicks Cinema will be showcasing a series of short films in the Lopdell Theatre. The programme of shorts starts every hour on the hour. Kids can stay here and watch whilst you peruse the market, or enjoy together as a whānau.

Free Gift Wrapping

See our friendly gift wrappers in the box office on your way out of the market, who will wrap up your shopping, all ready for the big day.

The Upstairs Art Gallery

Upstairs Gallery will be open late with their annual Summer Exhibition on show. The group exhibition features work created by their members, including photography, fine art, jewellery, textile and ceramics.

Titirangi Theatre Bar

Head down to the theatre for a refreshing cold drink or perhaps a mulled wine - their irresistible holiday speciality. All bar proceeds go to supporting future productions at Titirangi Theatre.

Charity Partner

Nurturing Families Christmas Drive

Nurturing Families is a Waitākere-based charity that supports whānau in hardship by delivering indispensable aid to families and to provide emotional and educational support, fostering the growth and development of both families and children.

You can support their mission by donating pre-loved or new children’s items, or a gift (unwrapped) for a child aged 0 to 16. The Giving Tree is located in the main entrance foyer until 18 December. Together, we can make a difference and nurture a brighter future for all.

Stallholders

Irina Velman

Irina's artistic inspiration comes from the powerful beauty of the West Coast and the brilliance of nature, which she has captured on a variety of giftware.

Honeysuckle

Tūī Diprose is a queer jewellery artist and multidisciplinary healer, who creates talisman jewellery and ritual oils, and also has gift vouchers for holistic treatments available to buy.

Pay Pah Kut

Everything is handmade at Pay Pah Kut. With a range of quirky 3D pun scenes, decorative cage dolls, paper cut pictures and whimsical ceramics for the garden, there's a perfect gift for everyone!

Gerty Brown

Mix it up with Gerty Brown's original and eclectic style of cushions and accessories. This year at the Gerty Brown stall you’ll find stockings, ornaments, Christmas sacks and more!

Bree Fraser

Bree is a local artist who works from her studio nestled amongst the kauri in her wild backyard in Parau, which is where she creates prints, greeting cards, small original works and kawakawa products.

Banu's

Bring the the true taste of India into your home with Banu's sauces, spices and oils that are 100% plant based and proudly made in West Auckland.

Helen Miller

Helen Miller is a bespoke leather goods label, lovingly created with care and attention by Helen in her West Auckland workroom.

Grandma Jenkins

Don’t leave the market without a deliciously rich and moist fruit cake, homemade by Pauline in Oratia, using her Great Grandma Jenkins’ recipe.

Clusterf*ck Designs

A colourful clusterf*ck of creations, made by local artist Emily Pedersen. Her exciting range is made to inject a sense of fun and colour into peoples' lives.

Kate Steiner

Local printmaker Kate Steiner works primarily with reduction relief technique. The process enables the final image to emerge gradually, often surprising with its depth and complexity.

Flora & Clay Handmade

Stacy from Flora & Clay uses polymer clay to create gorgeous feel-good, feature earrings. Check them out for small batch, unique creations to brighten any outfit.

Maria McSporran

Maria’s pottery is hand-built using the slow process of pinching clay into organic functional shapes, and then embellished with contemporary designs and plenty of colour.

Te Uru Gallery Shop

Te Uru is bringing a taste of their unique and fabulous gallery shop to this year’s Twilight Market, with one-of-a-kind gifts for yourself or loved ones.

Yoko Micro Macramé Art

Yoko’s approach blends macramé techniques with the natural beauty of crystals, which she believes are gifts from Mother Nature herself.

Gold Creative

Marigold of Gold Creative returns with her Birds of a Feather greeting cards, Christmas decorations, T-shirts and art prints, all inspired by New Zealand native flora and fauna.

Tirimoana Honey

This is small family-run business based in Te Atatū South. Bees have been a big part of the family for the past 10 years, with a passion for beekeeping running through three generations.

Earth & Fire Ceramics

Chrissy-Grace Gabriels is a local ceramic artist based at the foothills of the Waitākere Ranges, surrounded by an abundance of nature to inspire her creations.

Studio Sue

Sue creates unique whimsical illustrations and stationery that evoke a sense of nostalgia and delight. Check out Studio Sue for paper products inspired by vintage design and beautiful botanicals.

The Hemp Butter Co.

The Hemp Butter Company is founded and run by two creatives, Hasanthi and Leigh. They create high quality hemp-based spreads that are nutritious, natural and nutty delicious.

The Lizard Queen

Casey Knight is the 'Creator in Charge' of The Lizard Queen and her Twisted Friends, a business that creates unique 3d printed articulated creatures that will bring joy to anyone this Christmas season.

Made with Love

100% pure natural essential oils, blends and synergies. Sleep oils, headache oils, natural balms, bath salts and bombs and wheat bags plus much, much more, all Made with Love.

Birdwoman

Birdwoman (aka Robbi Carvalho) is a visual storyteller who celebrates the feminine. Robbi is bringing a selection of her prints, original artworks and hand-painted ceramics.

Matt Coates Art

Matt loves to illustrate art that is quirky, whimsical and has a story to tell. Each artwork is something you can hang on your wall to give you a bit of joy.

The Neudorf Studio

Emily of The Neudorf Studio is selling 100% cotton cushion covers and cushions that she makes in Mount Albert, as well as hand-formed ceramic tableware in stylish colours, made by Gill in Nelson.

vinty

Combining a love for vintage and pattern, vinty offers bibs, blankets and toys in a range of classic fabrics for your little bundle of joy. Grab a little piece of loveliness from Vic’s stall.

Paper Stories

Delphine Pujol is a self-taught paper crafter and artist. She recently collaborated with designer label Dior and was a finalist in this year’s Emerging Artist Awards at Upstairs Gallery.

Asantewa's Creations

Asantewa grew up in Ghana and has always had a passion for art. See Asantewa’s stall for gorgous boho macramé accessories and home décor.

The Little Ks

Kals creates the most elegant and unique plant art with a passion for craft and upcycling - eco terrariums, kokedama, driftwood succulent arrangements and upcycled planters.

Bad Habits Marshmallows

Sahar's marshmallows are handcrafted to ensure top-notch quality and a burst of flavour that stands out. Whether you’re treating yourself or looking for a perfect gift, they offer something for every palate.

Sue McFadden

Sue makes leather books and stained glass design pieces.

Levon Parker

Titirangi printmaker Levon Parker is inspired by natural flora and fauna and tattoo aesthetics. Levon will have a range of designs printed on upcycled T-shirts, as well as works on paper.

Tinted Vintage

Martine is the creator behind Tinted Vintage, and she loves to mix it up when it comes to design and colour. All her pieces are handmade – no two pieces are exactly the same, but they are equally as beautiful.

Sweet As Choice Bakery

Sweet as Choice Bakery is a run by West Auckland local Paige, who bakes all the Kiwi classics just like grandma used to. Indulge in an old favourite or find a new favourite!

South Titirangi Neighbourhood Network

A community-based environmental group that covers the Titirangi area, the STNN has been operating since 2016 with the ambitious aim of making South Titirangi pest and weed free. They also work on beautification and replanting projects in the area.

Our Harvest

Our Harvest is an exceptional small enterprise that engages an inclusive culture from garden to jar to market. Our Harvest provides personal and work skills development for youth with intellectual disabilities.