Christmas in Orewa

FLOAT PARTICIPATION

Float entry is FREE and there is the opportunity to win $100 prize vouchers for the best float in each of the five categories. Fill in forms 1&2.  Forms 3&4 are information.   Email float applications to admin@orewabeach.co.nz

  1. Float Application Form
  2. Indemnity Form
  3. Health & Safety Plan Information
  4. Float Regulation Information

CHILDREN PARTICIPATION

If your children would like to participate as a costume wearer, wearing one of the beautifully designed colourful costumes. Email costume application form to admin@orewabeach.co.nz

  1. Costume (6-12 yr olds)
  2. Sammy Steam Engine (4-6 yr olds only)
  3. Animal Costume (teenagers only)

CAR PARKING & ROAD CLOSURES

PARKING for the SANTA PARADE & CARNIVAL

Western Reserve is available for parking.
DO NOT PARK IN EITHER SUPERMARKET CARPARK
IF YOU CAN WALK OR CARPOOL, PLEASE DO 

ROAD CLOSURES for the SANTA PARADE

Alice & Edward Ave,  8am to 5pm
Florence Ave,  4pm to 6pm
HBC Highway – Westhoe Rd to Centreway Rd,   4pm to 6pm

 

PARADE ROUTE

Starting in Alice Ave, the parade turns left into Florence Ave and then right onto the Hibiscus Coast Highway, continuing along to the entrance of the Orewa Surf Club.

BEST VIEWING FOR THE PARADE

Along the Hibiscus Coast Highway between Florence Ave and Orewa Surf Club Carpark.

CARNIVAL

From 4pm – 8pm  there will be a carnival on the Orewa Reserve (Orewa Surf Club) with amusements & food trucks.

Note : no stage, band or  fireworks.

This year we have changed the format and the Surf Sounds is now March 30 2024, 4pm – 8pm.  A nice way to finish the Summer Season

FOR MORE DETAILS ON THE SANTA PARADE

The Orewa New World Santa Parade is the biggest parade north of the bridge and is full of fun & surprises that has made this annual Orewa event a definte favourite with the whole community. Its a wonderful way to welcome in the Festive Season with the parade featuring colourful floats, lively marching bands, cartoon characters and most important Santa Claus! This community event offers fantastic exposure to both commercial / non-commercial businesses, clubs, teams and schools.