Here are some of the fun family events happening around east Auckland in the lead-up to Christmas.
- Christmas Light Show
Eastgate Christian Centre, 5 Ben Lomond Crescent, Pakuranga
December 1-24, 8.30pm-10pm
Witness the wonder of Christmas come alive as thousands of LED lights transform the building into a twinkling wonderland. Free event open to all.
- Choir concerts
Join the Pohutukawa Coast Choir for its Starlight Serenade celebration of seasonal song.
Thursday, December 12, 6-7pm, at Ormiston Town Centre
Saturday, December 14, 12pm, Beachlands Chartered Club
Friday, December 20, 9pm, Fern Place, Beachlands
- Family Fun Day
Reformed Presbyterian Church, 228 Bucklands Beach Road
Saturday, December 14, 11am
Free spectacular day of fun for the whole family including singing and dancing performances, bouncy castle, candy floss, food stalls, and face-painting.
- The Spirit of Christmas
Trinity Methodist Church, 474 Pakuranga Road
Sunday, December 15, at 7pm
Join us for a magical evening of Christmas carols which will transport you back in time to the Manger, where the King of Kings was born. Entry is free.
- Rainbow Ringers of Howick Christmas Concert
Highland Park Library, 16 Highland Park Drive
Saturday, December 14, 2pm-2.30pm
Enjoy a cup of tea as you relax and watch them play. Gold coin donation appreciated. This goes towards the upkeep of their bells and equipment.
- Carols by Candlelight
Stockade Hill, Ridge Road, Howick
Sunday, December 15, 8pm
Howick Brass Band presents its annual Carols by Candlelight public concert. Suitable for people of all ages and offering a relaxing night out while enjoying uplifting music full of Christmas cheer. Entry is free.
- East Auckland Christmas lights:
Northpark Avenue, Northpark. 8pm-10pm (11pm weekends). Synchronised to music.
6 Kookaburra Place, Botany Downs, 8.30pm-10.30pm. Gold coin for Bellyfull.
9 Sayes Close, Dannemora. 8.30pm-10.30pm. Gold coin donations for Totara Hospice.
Trust Place, Sunnyhills. Multiple houses.
