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2022 marks 89 years of the Christmas spectacle of the year; the Farmers Santa Parade! Come and join us on Sunday 27th November at 1pm for a Festive Season event like no other! Spectators can look forward to the usual dazzling display of floats, marching bands, entertainers and characters from TV and film … plus an appearance by Santa Claus! The Parade Route starts at the corner of Cook Street and Mayoral Drive, turns left in to Queen Street, travels down Queen Street and turns right finishing up in Customs Street East. Santa's Party: 2.30pm – 5pm Immediately following the Parade Santa's Party will see Aotea Square burst into festive life with FREE entertainment for the whole whānau. The fun continues off stage with rides, food vendors, sponsor activations, and even one last chance to see Santa before he heads back to the North Pole to pack the slay for Christmas Eve.

November's Kids' Art Club is inspired by the festive season. Join us as we create our own greeting cards. Children are invited to come along, get crafty and be inspired by works on show. All our hands-on workshops are suitable for children aged 4-10. Come in any time between 2 – 3:30 pm, all materials are provided.

Stop by the Maritime Museum every Sunday to make and take home a Whanau-friendly craft. No need to book, just come by for a relaxed day by the water.