Central Otago

Wānaka Artisan Market

Name: Wānaka Artisan Market
Location: Wānaka Artisan Market

Thu 3-6

21 vendors tracked

21 in spotlight

Year-round. Ardmore Street lakefront. Roys Peak views.

Vendor counts reflect our current research — more artisans are added as we discover and verify them.

Established Artisans

Soap Kitchen Wanaka

13 signals

crafts — Soap Kitchen Wanaka was founded by Bridget McCaughan, whose passion for soap stems from a long-standing appreciation for...

Operator PassionAuthentic SourcingArtisan QualityPersonal Connection

KATRINA LANE

8 signals

crafts — Katrina Lane is a dedicated mixed media artist from New Zealand, driven by a passion to create art that resonates deeply...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionOriginal SourceStory Rich

Fishwives Smokehouse

12 signals

prepared_food — At The Wee Smokehouse, we are passionate foodies dedicated to crafting delicious, high-quality South Island produce for ...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingPersonal Connection

Jo Jago

11 signals

crafts — Jo Jago discovered painting and photography following a series of difficult life events, with art quickly becoming a bel...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingOriginal Source

Assortment of handcrafted ceramic pots, vases, and house-like sculptures with unique glazes displayed on white shelves.

Essie Steven

14 signals

crafts — Essie Steven is a ceramics artisan based in Tarras, New Zealand, deeply connected to the land and traditional craft. Her...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingOriginal Source

Modern building with 'LHUCA' sign at dusk, surrounded by trees and a parking lot under a blue sky.

Louise Hopkins

10 signals

crafts — While specific details about who founded the business, when, and the full human journey are not extensively detailed in ...

Artisan QualityMoment of CareAuthentic SourcingCommunity traction

Josée McClure

9 signals

crafts — Josée McClure is a dedicated artisan focused on creating a range of knitted items. Her passion for knitting is evident i...

Craft ObsessionArtisan QualityCommunity tractionOperator Passion

A close-up of a beautifully plated salmon dish with greens and a dark sauce, held by a person at a restaurant table with wine glasses and bread in a basket.

Shiralee Harper

8 signals

crafts — Shiralee Harper's artisan work is deeply rooted in Māori culture and traditional practices, evident in the 'Maori base' ...

Authentic SourcingPersonal ConnectionLocal SecretTradition Preserved

Ruby Urquhart

11 signals

crafts — Ruby Urquhart, the founder of "Broken," grew up in Wānaka, New Zealand, and is now based in Christchurch. Before establi...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingOriginal Source

Rebecca Trotter (Red Bridge Berries)

12 signals

grower — Red Bridge Berries is family owned and operated, started by Bex and Ben Trotter on their family farm. Bex and Ben have m...

Operator PassionPersonal ConnectionStory RichArtisan Quality

Arille

7 signals

crafts — I craft beautiful hand-poured coconut & soy wax candles, wax melts, diffusers, and more. Using only the best quality fra...

Operator PassionAuthentic SourcingMoment of CareArtisan Quality

Ceramics in Harmony

11 signals

crafts — John Kalb studied pottery full-time in Dunedin, New Zealand. He has worked as a full-time potter since 1980, establishin...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingArtisan Quality

Raggedy Range Cheese

14 signals

cheesemaker — Raggedy Range Cheese was founded by Faith Gray and Nick Loughnan, with their son Bryce also playing a pivotal role. The ...

Authentic SourcingOperator PassionMulti-GenerationalOriginal Source

Assortment of artisan crafts: layered bath salts, pink handmade soap, a wine glass, gold candle, wax melts, and car diffuser.

Kanara Candles

8 signals

crafts — Kanara Candles was founded by Lyn in Wanaka, New Zealand. The business began as a hobby in the winter of 2016, following...

Personal ConnectionOperator PassionArtisan QualityEmerging momentum

Three glass bottles of The Kefir Co. probiotic coconut kefir shots, handcrafted in New Zealand, against a white background.

Revive Water Kefir

11 signals

beverages — Dannic Drinks is a family-owned and operated business based in Silverdale, Auckland, New Zealand. We are passionate abou...

Artisan QualityPersonal ConnectionOperator PassionTradition Preserved

Robins Honey

13 signals

honey — Bees have been a big part of the Tirimoana Honey family for the past 10 years, with a passion for beekeeping running thr...

Multi-GenerationalStory RichAuthentic SourcingArtisan Quality

Laser-cut and painted wooden craft depicting New Zealand's Kepler Track, with mountains, lake, and a hiker.

Laser Studio

11 signals

crafts — My name is Kat. I started Laser Studio in 2019 and it is my vision to create collectible, super-detailed ‘HotSpot’ magne...

Operator PassionPersonal ConnectionCraft ObsessionStory Rich

Art by Ira

11 signals

crafts — Ira Mitchell, the artist behind Art by Ira, was born in Queenstown and now resides in Christchurch, New Zealand. Her art...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionOriginal SourcePersonal Connection

Pembroke Patisserie

11 signals

baker — Pembroke Patisserie was founded by Kirsty and Matt Schmutsch, driven by their combined skills and passion. Matt, a pastr...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingOriginal Source

Storefront of Sustainable Papakura with 'zero waste' banner, window displays, and urban edible planter boxes on the footpath.

Sustainable Seams

12 signals

crafts — While specific details about the founder or the exact origin story of Sustainable Seams are not publicly available, thei...

Artisan QualityAuthentic SourcingStory RichMoment of Care

Taste of the Alps

9 signals

condiments — Taste of the Alps was founded and is operated by Tineke-Maree Sutton (also referred to as Tineke Davey in some sources),...

Craft ObsessionOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingPersonal Connection