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Children's Day in our City Centre

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Mark your calendars and spread the word… Children’s Day is back on Sunday, 2 March!

Join us for a fun-filled celebration of National Children’s Day in the heart of our city. This free event will be packed with exciting activities including performances, face painting, arts and crafts, superheroes and more.

With multiple zones spread across the city centre, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Bring the whānau along and make this a day to remember.

Stay tuned for more details – we’ll be sharing updates as the event evolves.

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Please note, photography and videography will be taken at this event and may be used for marketing purposes.

Parking
All parking in Tauranga city centre is free after 5pm and all weekend. Check out the map below for parking options near Tauranga waterfront and The Strand. For full parking information visit tauranga.govt.nz/parking.

Children's day map

Mobility parking
Mobility parks are located in all the parking buildings and on street. For more mobility parking options, check out the website.

For further information on accessibility around the city check out the Tauranga Access Map.

Bike parking
If you are biking in, there’s free bike parking at the Bikebox shelters located on The Strand opposite Hamilton Street and at 1 Devonport Road near Red Square. Each bike shelter provides weather protection for 10 bikes/scooters and are monitored by CCTV cameras.

Grab a bus
If you’d like to add to the adventure and travel by bus, check out your local timetable.

What to bring

  • Your kids, friends, whānau and be prepared for the weather!
  • Water bottle, sun hats, sunscreen.
  • BYO snacks or make a day of it and enjoy a treat at one of the many city centre eateries.

Toilets
Public toilets are available on The Strand, the waterfront and both Spring Street and Elizabeth Street parking buildings.

Date and time

Sun 02 Mar 2025

10:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.

Location

Tauranga city centre

The Strand

Tauranga 3110

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Pricing

Free

Kids, Under 5s

Accessibility

Accessible bathrooms

Certified disability assist dogs welcome

Mobility parking spaces

Wheelchair access

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