Waikanae Pop-Up
We’re excited to announce that the Waikanae Pop-Up Space is open and already home to some fantastic business options! Located in the heart of Waikanae, this vibrant hub is designed to showcase the best of our community’s creativity, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
The Waikanae Pop-Up is a temporary space where local businesses and startups can book affordable space to work from, connect with others, and showcase their wares. Whether you're a local manufacturer looking for a space to trial new ideas or want to work with other local businesses to showcase a range of products, the Waikanae Pop-Up could be the space you need.
Council purchased the property at 56–62 Main Road, Waikanae, in September 2023 to support future strategic development opportunities in the Waikanae Town Centre.
Working with local networks, the Waikanae Pop-Up will provide high visibility and flexibility for businesses who want to connect with the local community.
Interested in joining?
The Pop-Up is already attracting great foot traffic, and we’re now actively looking for new tenants to join this growing retail hub. Whether you’re a local maker, artist, boutique retailer, or service provider, this is a unique opportunity to connect with customers, test new ideas, and grow your presence—without the long-term commitment.
We’d love to hear from you! Contact us today to discuss how we can help bring your business to life in the Waikanae Pop-Up Space.
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More than a just a workspace for business, the pop-up will utilise this empty lot to bring new opportunities to the Waikanae town centre and provide a space for the community to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for a weekend activity, perusing Mahara place, or stepping off the train you’ll be able to pop-in to the pop-up to see the latest it has to offer.
The pop-up space includes three modified containers and a spot for a food truck which are available for bookings. There is also a green space for people to relax, an accessible unisex toilet for pop-up visitors and a small kitchen facility for tenants.
Why join the Waikanae Pop-Up?
- Affordable retail spaces with flexible lease terms
- Supportive environment for small businesses and startups
- Prime location with growing community engagement
- A chance to be part of a creative and dynamic local collective
We’re looking for a diverse range of businesses to ensure the Pop-Up remains fresh, exciting, and full of variety for the local community.
Space Bookings
There will be a cost associated with renting the containers and if you're interested in making a booking or finding out more, email the Economic Development team.