Make It Marlborough - Blenheim Activation Day

See retail come alive at the MAKE IT a blenheim day on Saturday 24th October.

Shop mannequins will take on a whole new meaning when store windows meet live actors for the LIVE MANNEQUIN HOUR from 11am to 12pm. The Blenheim Business Association has teamed up with Stage Lab and the Boathouse theatre to bring some ‘real life’ to our CBD shopfronts.

Head into central Blenheim and be part of all the fun. Kids make sure you grab your Blenheim Fun Map of all the participating stores for the live mannequin event and visit each to get it stamped for your FREE ice-cream.

There will also be a market in The Forum selling an array of locally made arts and crafts plus games and activities for all the family including Connect 4, Jenga, Chess and a kids’ crafting table.

Kick back and enjoy the atmosphere with laid back cover music from Double Shot. Two guitars, two voices, performing acoustic covers of hits from the last few decades - from Simon & Garfunkel to Maroon 5 - playing from 11am to 2pm in the Rotunda.

Read on for more information about all the shops taking part in Blenheim’s Town Activation Day – this is YOUR chance to support Blenheim’s local retail sector.

Cerise – 102 Market Street – welcome to Cerise where you can expect to find all things beautiful, from gorgeous gifts and homeware to an amazing range of jewellery and accessories.

Postie – 93 Market Street - at Postie you’ll find fashion for everyday and essentials for every occasion. Offering great quality for the whole family.

Cresswell’s Shoes – 71 Market Street – are you looking for footwear? Cresswell's Shoes have a wide range of styles, great staff and have been around since 1947.

Crew – 75 Market Street - come and see the team at CREW for all your urban surf clothing for guys and girls, with all the brands you love.

Paper Plus – The Forum, Market Street - locally owned and operated hub for books, gifts, stationery and New Zealand Post and Lotto services.

Cherubs – 11 Wynen Street - Blenheim's baby boutique stocking beautiful brands for wee people. Come & see their brilliant baby and children's wear.

Pascoes – 76 Market Street - Pascoes the Jewellers stock the largest range of jewellery and watches in New Zealand and have been around for over 100 years.

Farmers – 39 Market Street - your Department Store for the latest trends and styles in fashion, beauty, and homeware.

Glassons – 101 Market Street – get the latest trends in clothing, shoes, accessories, and knitwear. Show us your style!

Bikefit – 24 Market Street – providing customers with the largest range of quality bikes and accessories at affordable prices.

Bed Bath & Beyond – 93 Market Street – offering a great range of homewares and bedding in Blenheim since 2011.

Come on Marlborough – this is the final in Make it Marlborough’s Town Activation series . . . let’s MAKE IT happen for Blenheim.