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We’re back this May with one of our most anticipated events of the year. The General Collective Lifestyle & Design Market – Autumn Edition returns to Auckland Showgrounds on Sunday 25 May 2025, bringing with it a curated lineup of over 140 incredible local brands, designers, and creative entrepreneurs. This is one of only two flagship events we’re hosting this year — and it’s a standout. Held indoors in a large-scale format, the General Collective Lifestyle & Design Market is renowned for its contemporary aesthetic, elevated offering, and strong community of makers. Read more...

Get ready to step into a world of creativity, inspiration, and local talent at General Collective’s flagship event — the Lifestyle & Design Market. This iconic market returns on Sunday 25 May with a fresh autumn lineup, showcasing the best of local design, creativity, and small unique brands. With a carefully curated selection of over a hundred exceptional stalls, this is your chance to discover the very best of New Zealand's emerging brands and creative entrepreneurs — all under one roof at Auckland Showgrounds.

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We’re celebrating Mother’s Day in style with a one-day-only event this Saturday 10 May 2025 — Ponsonby’s iconic Mother’s Day Market Day, featuring a showcase from General Collective. Spend the morning exploring thoughtfully curated stalls from some of Aotearoa’s most talented designers and makers. From beautiful homewares and artisan treats to design-led gifts made with love, it’s all here — just in time to treat Mum (or yourself). Enjoy the buzz of the street, discover new favourites, and connect with the creative minds behind each brand.

Get ready for a weekend of market magic coming to the Auckland CBD this weekend.The Downtown Market is back - and it's bigger (and better!) than ever, spanning over 2 days! Following the success of the inaugural Downtown Market in 2024, we’re bringing back the vibrant fusion of General Collective and Britomart Market for a next-level market experience.

After a decade of partnership, General Collective will host its final market in the Sapphire Room at Ponsonby Central on Sunday, 30 March 2025. Since 2015, this boutique market has brought together an inspiring mix of New Zealand’s finest designers and makers, creating a truly unique shopping experience in the heart of Ponsonby.

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Celebrate the festive season at the Ponsonby Christmas Market Day! On Saturday 7th December the entire stretch of Ponsonby Road comes alive with retailers opening onto the street, offering exclusive market day specials perfect for your Christmas shopping, and a General Collective market showcase featuring New Zealand-made and designed treasures. Read more...

As we celebrate the festive season, our Christmas market in the Sapphire Room at Ponsonby Central takes on special significance. This will be the last Christmas market we hold within the Sapphire Room after 9 wonderful years in this space. We’re excited to host an incredible lineup of talented vendors, while also preparing to say farewell to one of General Collective’s long-time favourites: Love Winter.  Read more...

Weave your way through the bustling eateries and mingling locals, then head upstairs to The Sapphire Room, a vibrant hub filled with Christmas cheer at the Ponsonby Central Christmas Market on Sunday 24 November. Discover a stunning selection of gifts, including New Zealand-designed homewares, fashion, toys, jewellery, skincare, festive delights, artisan treats, and more! 🎁 Gather your friends and soak up the Christmas spirit at Ponsonby Central. Stay for a delicious bite at one of the many eateries, sip on a coffee, cocktail, or fresh juice, and make your Christmas shopping an enjoyable and unique experience. Read more...

With just weeks to go until Christmas, it's time to get stuck into your Christmas gift shopping.The upcoming Christmas edition of our lifestyle and design market is the perfect place to get all of your shopping done at once. With over 200 curated vendors from across New Zealand - all under one roof - it's your chance to shop for her, for him, for the kids and even your Secret Santa.Here are just some of our team's favourite picks for the ladies in their lives!... read more...