Make sure to mark your calendars for the highly anticipated annual Hororātā Mechanical Swap Meet, coming back rain or shine on Saturday, September 21st.

This cash-only event is perfect for vehicle enthusiasts interested in anything automotive and those passionate about vintage, veteran and classic cars, motorcycles, parts, tools, and everything else mechanical.

Well-known locals Dave and John, who have been running the Hororātā Mechanical Swap Meet since 2010, have joined forces with the Hororātā Community Trust to bring this event to the Hororātā Domain.

The event is a paradise for automotive and mechanical enthusiasts. With a energetic crowd, it promises to be a bustling gathering with an estimated 1,500 visitors and more than 100 vendors.

Cindy Driscoll from the Hororātā Community Trust advises, “We are committed to growing this event into one of New Zealand’s largest mechanical swap meets. It is a place where enthusiasts can come together to discuss their passions, discover rare parts, and declutter their garages. To keep the focus on mechanical items, we have a strict no bric-a-brac policy, and if you bring china and soft toys to this event, you will be told to go home.”

The Hororātā Community Trust has organised this event as a fundraiser for several community groups, including Glentunnel Primary School, Hororātā Historical Society, and Hororātā Parish. You’ll be able to satisfy your hunger, as Hororātā Primary School has mouth-watering bacon butties you can purchase or savour the delicious taste of the legendary Hororātā Pies. Coffee and drinks will also be available for purchase.

Admission for adults is $5, with free entry for children. If you’re interested in securing a site, there’s no need to book in advance, as you can pay cash on the day from 7 am ($20 single site fee, $30 for a double site, including an entry for one person). Gates open to the public at 7:30 am. For additional details, CLICK HERE

THIS EVENT IS CASH ONLY, WITH NO EFTPOS AVAILABLE.