Christmas in Auckland

If you like to sing Christmas carols with friends and family then look out for the five free Christmas events provided by us and sponsored this year by New Zealand Community Trust.

With four in the city and one on Waiheke Island everyone should be able to exercise their vocal chords in the spirit of Christmas.

You can start celebrating Christmas early with the Farmers Santa Parade in November, or if you want something a little smaller or a bit different then try the local community parades.

If you want some summer sun, why not take a ferry to Waiheke or Great Barrier Islands and cheer on their Santa parades in the sun.

Family at Carols by Candle light Children singing Christmas carols


From 23 November 2007		Christmas in the city It's Christmas time in the city. Four weeks of festivity have been planned for the CBD from 23 November 2007 - with a trail of Christmas decorations and calendar of activities. Giant baubles, sparkly lights, carol singers, street entertainment, hundreds of shops and loads more will make up the 'Christmas in the city' experience. For more details go to www.christmasinthecity.co.nz

Sunday 25 November 2007		Farmers Santa parade

Friday 30 November 2007		Onehunga Christmas Lights Grey Street, Onehunga 7pm - 9pm Enjoy a twinkling start to the festive season with festive performances from local groups, carol singing, face painters and a visit from Santa. Christmas tree lights get switched on at 9pm. Historic Cottages will also be open. Supported by NZCT and Solid Gold.

Saturday 1 December 2007		Great Barrier Santa parade Claris Sportsclub grounds Great Barrier Island Noon Celebrate Christmas with the Great Barrier locals. Market stalls, family fun, music floats, all while soaking up the friendly island atmosphere. View information about other Gulf islands events.

Saturday 8 December 2007		Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park
Saturday 8 December 2007		Waiheke Santa parade Oneroa Village Waiheke Island 3pm Come along and be part of this creative and colourful community parade, combined with the friendly island atmosphere, making this unique event a special festive day in paradise! View information about other Gulf islands events.

Sunday 9 December 2007		Carols by candlelight - Three Kings Reserve Corner of Mt Eden and Mt Albert Roads Three Kings 7pm - 9.15pm A night of traditional carol singing, featuring the best of school and community performers. Bring your friends and family and your best singing voice. Supported by NZCT and More FM.

Friday 14 December 2007		Carols by Candlelight at Western Park Western Park Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby 7pm - 10pm Celebrate Christmas Ponsonby style ! Join community, church and school choirs along with local musicians for an upbeat family Christmas concert and carols sing-a-long. Featuring King Kapisi, Rick Bryant and the Jivebombers and The Christmas Tarts. Supported by NZCT and The Breeze.

Saturday 15 December 2007		Otahuhu Christmas Celebrations Criterion Square Otahuhu 10am - 2pm Join in the Christmas festivities in the heart of Otahuhu with carol singing, face-painting, clowns and a special visit from Santa! Supported by Radio531pi. Carols by candlelight - Waiheke 7pm - 10pm at Little Oneroa Beach Reserve Waiheke Island Join us in an evening of song, including carols performed by a talented array of Waiheke musicians and the community sing-a-long, all on one of Waiheke's favourite beaches under a Waiheke starry sky! For transport options visit Sealink. View information about other Gulf islands events.

Sunday 16 December 2007		Carols by candlelight - Balmoral - Potters Park Corner Balmoral and Dominion Roads, Balmoral 7pm - 9.30pm Carol singing with a contemporary feel. Enjoy the free entertainment featuring the Queen City Big Band and other special guests. A festive night for the whole family. Supported by NZCT and More FM. Carols by Spiderlight - Avondale Town Square 7pm - 9pm Come along to this unique multicultural Christmas celebration, join in the carols sing-a-long, enjoy local performances and a visit from Santa. Carols by candlelight - St Heliers Primary School Corner of St Heliers Bay Road and Maskell Street, St Heliers 6.45pm - 8.45pm Don Linden hosts a traditional carol service featuring the students of St Heliers Primary School. Bring the family for a festive night. Proudly supported by NZCT, The Breeze, Eastern Bays Community Board and supporting Eastern Bays Hospice Trust.

Sponsorship

Proudly supported by New Zealand Community Trust, Radioworks and Pacific Media Network (Radio531pi).

Updated November 2007