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Father Christmas is on his way

From City Scene, published on 18 November, 2007

Who's coming to town?- Fun for all the family at the Farmers Santa Parade on Sunday, 25 November from 2pm.

Santa is coming to Auckland to kick-start the Christmas events season - with the Farmers Santa Parade on Sunday, 25 November from 2pm. The parade has brought joy to the children of Auckland for the past 74 years, and Auckland City Council is thrilled to sponsor the parade again in 2007. While you're enjoying the festive atmosphere in our city, look out for some spectacular Christmas decorations popping up around the CBD.

Parking is available at the following Auckland City Council Park Right car parks: Downtown, K'Road, Victoria Street and Fanshawe Street (parking will be free for vehicles entering the car parks before noon and exiting between noon and 6pm on the day of the parade).

To find out more about Auckland City Council-organised and sponsored events, visit our website and keep an eye out for upcoming stories in City Scene.

Win VIP tickets:

Auckland City Council is giving two families the opportunity to enjoy the Farmers Santa Parade in style. To be in the draw to win a family VIP Farmers Santa Parade experience and a $50 Farmers voucher send your details to eventsponsorship@aucklandcity.govt.nz by Wednesday, 21 November.

Nominate a volunteer:

Around 4000 volunteers help to make the Farmers Santa Parade happen every year and the council would like to recognise these outstanding Aucklanders. Last year's winning volunteer, Jim Kirker, has only ever missed two Farmers Santa Parades in the history of the event. If you know someone who deserves recognition, email your nominations to eventsponsorship@aucklandcity.govt.nz with their details.

Santa Parade route map - Farmers Santa Parade on Sunday, 25 November from 2pm.