Thrive Wellness Expo | Riverton 2026
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A free entry wellness expo

Come as you are. Stay as long as you need.

Thrive Wellness Expo is a free entry event bringing healers, practitioners, artists, workshops, makers, music, activities and food together on the high street of Riverton (Palmerston Street) on the weekend of 21st and 22nd November 2026. A full weekend of connection, nourishment, and discovery for everyone in Southland.

Free to attend. Pay directly for what calls you on the day. A session, a piece of art, a remedy, a meal. No bookings required. Simply arrive and wander. There will also be workshops for those that would like to explore a subject more deeply - the list of these will be available soon and will be available to book onto ahead of the event.

DateSaturday 21st and Sunday 22nd November
Time10 AM to 4 PM
VenueRiverton high street (Palmerston Street)
LocationRiverton, Southland
EntryFree to attend
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What you will find

Six spaces.
One sanctuary.

01

Healers and Practitioners

Book a one on one session on the day with bodyworkers, energy healers, somatic practitioners, naturopaths, oracle readers, and more.

02

Artists and Makers

Original works, prints, ceramics, textiles, and handcrafted pieces by Southland creatives. Collect something made with care. Commission a piece. Spend time in the presence of beauty.

PaintingCeramicsTextilesJewelleryPhotographyMixed media

03

Wellness Products

Natural remedies, skincare, crystals, herbs, tinctures, and handmade wellness goods from local producers and makers who pour genuine care into everything they create.

04

Food and Drink

Nourishing kai, plant based bites, teas, tonics, and something for the sweet tooth. Good food that feeds the whole day, made by people who care about what they put into the world.

05

Gardening and Soil Health

Good health begins with the soil our foods are grown with. Take some time to connect with the wealth of knowledge of this subject and browse the awesome array of seedlings and plants for sale.

06

Sports and Recreation

Movement is one of the foundations of good health and there are a great variety of options around Riverton in terms of sports and recreational activities to choose from... check them out here.

10 AM

Doors Open

  • Welcome to THRIVE RIVERTON Wellness Expo
  • Meet the healers
  • Explore the stalls
  • First workshops begin

All Day

Free Flow

  • Healer sessions throughout
  • Browse artists and makers
  • Nourishing food and drink
  • Music holding the space
  • Workshop sessions all day

4 PM

Close

  • Closing gathering
  • Final stall browsing
  • Carry something beautiful home
Are you a practitioner, food maker, artist or maker?

Apply to be part
of THRIVE RIVERTON Wellness Expo

We are welcoming applications from healers, practitioners, artists, makers, and wellness businesses. We are also looking for more workshop holders for any subject that falls under our 6 headings. Spaces are limited and filling fast.

Healers and practitioners

Practitioner stall

A day spent with people who have actively chosen to invest in their own wellbeing. Build real relationships, grow your local client base, and be part of a gathering that puts Southland wellness on the map.

$50

Per stallholder for one day  ·  $75 for both days

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Your fee includes

Designated stall space, full day
Listing on the Thrive Riverton website
Social media promotion
Power access where available
Option to run a pod session
Artists, makers and food

Market stall

THRIVE RIVERTON Wellness Expo is a celebration of creative life and local abundance. We are bringing together painters, ceramicists, textile artists, makers, and food producers whose work carries the spirit of this land. All purchases go directly to the maker.

$50

Per stallholder for one day  ·  $75 for both days

Apply now

What we are looking for

Original and handcrafted work
Wellness products and natural remedies
Nourishing food and drink
Southland made and locally sourced
Aligned with the spirit of the day
Questions

Frequently asked

When and where is Thrive Wellness Expo?
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THRIVE RIVERTON Wellness Expo is held on Saturday 21st and 22nd November 2026, 10 AM to 4 PM on Riverton high street (Palmerston Street), Riverton, Southland.
Is there a cost to attend?
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Entry is free. You pay directly for what calls you on the day. A healer session, a piece of art, a remedy, or a meal. Workshops will have their own cost and can be booked in advanced closer to the time. Everything is priced independently by each practitioner, stallholder or workshop holder.
Do I need to book in advance?
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No advance booking is needed to attend this event which will be at multiple locations up and down the high street - simply arrive on the day. It is recommended that workshops are booked in advance as spaces are likely to fill up quickly - more details will be provided on the line-up with booking links closer to the event. Healer sessions can be booked directly with each practitioner on arrival.
How do I apply for a stall?
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Apply online at form.jotform.com/thrivesouthland/thrive. Stall spaces are $50 and limited. Applications are confirmed on a first come, first served basis.
What kinds of stallholders are you looking for?
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We welcome healers, bodyworkers, energy practitioners, naturopaths, herbalists, oracle readers, movement facilitators, artists, ceramicists, textile makers, jewellers, photographers, food and drink producers, and wellness product makers. We also welcome stallholders who would like to share information about wellness related services or products that they offer. Not sure if you fit? Email thriveriverton@gmail.com.
Is it family friendly?
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Yes. THRIVE RIVERTON Wellness Expo is a community event open and welcoming to everyone in Southland. All ages, all backgrounds, all welcome.
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