Melbourne Night Noodle Markets, a version of which is planned for Wellington this month.

Christchurch's highly-anticipated Night Noodle Markets are only days away. Here we try to answer all your questions about the inaugural event.

What are the Night Noodle Markets? Night Noodle Markets have been held in Australia for 18 years and are coming to NZ for the first time. For five nights North Hagley Park will have more than 20 food stalls, bars and entertainment. This street-food style market attracts families, office workers and groups of friends, who want to drink, dine, relax under the stars and soak up the atmosphere of an authentic Asian, hawker-style market.

Where will they be? The Night Noodle Markets will be in North Hagley Park, opposite The George Hotel.

FAIRFAX A night noodle market in Melbourne in 2013.

Where do I get in? There are two entry points. The north entry is via the overbridge opposite Peterborough St. The south entry is via the overbridge at Armagh St.

When are the markets on? The markets trade from Wednesday, February 10 to Sunday February 14.

Hours:

Wednesday 5pm-10pm

Thursday 5pm-10pm

Friday 5pm-10pm (with rehearsals for Sparks nearby)

Saturday 2pm-10pm (with the Sparks event from 7.30pm-10pm)

Sunday 14 February: 2pm-10pm (Valentine's Day)

PATRICK SCALA Foodlovers enjoy the colour, sounds and smells of an authentic Asian hawker market at the Night Noodle Markets in Birrarung Marr.

What does it cost? There is no fee to enter the markets. This is a FREE community event.

Is there a map that shows where all the stalls are located and which restaurants are in here? A map will be available for downloading closer to the time.

Can anyone go into the Singapore Airlines, Casino, Tiger Beer, Stoneleigh or other sponsor seating areas? Yes, anyone can go in to these seating areas. There are VIP options for Player's Club members in the Casino area, so bring your card along.

A night noodle market offering tempting treats will be in Christchurch's Hagley Park for five evenings in February.

Will there be other seating provided? Yes, there is a range of covered seating throughout the venue for everyone to use.

Where are the toilets? The toilets are located next to the Stoneleigh bar (Please refer to map).

Getting to the event? Visitors are encouraged to bus to the markets as large numbers are expected. There are bus stops around North Hagley Park and a number of services leaving from CBD and suburbs. Use the Metro website to plan your route.

What is the parking situation? Limited parking will be available at the Botanic Gardens and on surrounding streets on first-in, first-served basis.

Will EFTPOS be accepted at the markets? No. This is a cash only event.

Will there be ATMs at the markets? Yes, there will be ATMs on site.

What if I need medical help? There will be a First Aid area clearly marked out within the event space.

Is it accessible to wheelchair users? Yes, the entire venue is flat and accessible. Ramps will be installed for access to disabled rest rooms.

Will there be live entertainment? Yes, there will be a variety of live entertainment daily, including Sparks on the Saturday evening.

Do the markets still go ahead if it's raining? The event is expected to go ahead regardless of rain, hail or shine. However, in extreme conditions a call will be made by 5pm if the weather makes it too dangerous for the markets to open.

Are children welcome? Yes, the Night Noodle Markets is a family-friendly event. The event is open to guests of all ages. There are also some kid-friendly food options available.

Are dogs permitted? Yes, dogs are allowed into the event site. Dogs must be kept on a leash and at a distance of 10m from food stalls at all times. Owners are responsible for the safe keeping of their animals and must respect other patrons of the event. Pet owners must ensure all droppings are tidied up and removed from the event.

Can we bring our own food and drink? Yes, you are welcome to bring food into the event, however as this is a food event, we encourage guests to try as much of the lovely food on offer as possible. Absolutely no BYO alcohol and no glass is permitted on site.

Can I bring alcohol? This is a licensed event. All alcohol must be purchased through the event bars. All patrons wishing to purchase alcohol must have valid ID.

Can I smoke at the markets? As this is an outdoor event we cannot ask you not to smoke, however please be mindful of fellow patrons and small children in your area. It is important that no smoking occurs near our food stalls.

What if I lose something? If you lose something at the markets, please speak to a member of our security or organisers team to leave your details of what was lost. If you find something at the markets, please hand it in to a member of the security or organisers team before you leave.

How much will the food cost? Food is priced between $3 (for a smaller plate or entrée) and $15 (for a larger size or main meal).

Will there be vegetarian / vegan options available? Yes, there will be a selection of vegetarian and vegan options available but we recommend you discuss this the vendors before purchasing.

Will there be gluten free options? Yes, however we can make no guarantees for coeliacs as some food is prepared off-site.

How can I find out more about the Night Noodle Markets? In the lead-up to and on the days of the event, we'll be updating our Facebook page, our Instagram account and Twitter. If you want to share your experience and see what everyone else is up to please use #nightnoodleschch