
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
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
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.