The 69th Howick Santa Parade is so close now the organisers can even smell Christmas in the air and feel the joy that the day brings.
The Santa Parade family day out is looking to be the biggest and most entertainment-filled event they have had to date.
It will feature more than 30 roaming entertainers, assorted groups, three live music stations, magic shows, Disney characters, a kids’ zone, bouncy castles, vintage car shows, pony rides, hot rod shows, sports give-it-a-go section, More FM dunking station, HIWA kapa haka group, 50,000 lollies and more!
Also included is the Christmas markets with delicious food and crafts – there will be something special there for everyone.
The extensive float line-up has reached an impressive 70 entries ranging from sports clubs, marching teams, bands, schools, day-care centres, not-for-profits, businesses, cultural groups, entertainers and, of course, the main act himself, Santa, with Mrs Claus and his trusty elves in tow.
The Howick Santa Parade is from 11am-2.30pm on Sunday, December 11, and the family day out starts from 10am.
