Pak'nSave Pāpāmoa 'Superhero' Santa Parade 2024'

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Pāpāmoa’s Superhero Santa Parade – Tauranga’s Official Christmas Spectacle!

Pāpāmoa’s mightiest heroes are suiting up! On Sunday, 8 December, the streets of Pāpāmoa will transform into a superhero wonderland as the Official Santa Parade returns, bigger, bolder, and bursting with true Pāpāmoa spirit! It’s time to celebrate our incredible community, bring smiles to over 20,000 people, and make memories to last a lifetime.

Event Highlights
A Superhero Showcase: From capes to masks, join the super squad as local businesses, schools, and groups bring their A-game with creative floats, costumes, and characters. Celebrate Pāpāmoa’s hometown heroes while enjoying a fun-filled day.
A Decade of Heroes: Huge thanks to Pak'nSave Pāpāmoa for their 10-year partnership with our not-for-profit Pāpāmoa Unlimited, keeping this cherished tradition alive and thriving!
The Big Finale: The Big Man in Red himself will swoop into Papamoa Plaza around 12:30pm, ready to spread cheer and meet the little ones in the magical Santa Grotto.

Parade Details
Start Location: Dickson Road, beginning at Alexander Place
Kick-off Time: 10:30am
Route: Dickson Rodd → Domain Road → Pāpāmoa Plaza
Santa’s Arrival: By 12:30ish, Santa lands at the Plaza for festive fun and photos in the grotto.

Parents, we need your help! This parade is a cherished community tradition, but we can’t do it without you! To ensure this event remains safe and incredible for all:
Keep children off the road at all times.
Do not cross the roads along the parade trail, especially around the Pāpāmoa Plaza area.
Be kind to our team—we are a group of volunteers working hard to bring you an amazing day.
Your support is vital to keeping our children safe and the event running smoothly. Together, we can make this day magical!

Important Notices
Street Closures: Roads along the parade route will be closed from 9:00am, reopening as the parade moves through.
Fencing: For businesses near the Plaza, fencing will be in place from 5:00am. We please ask you to park outside of this area as you will be unable to leave until the parade ends.
Bus Changes: Tauranga City buses will operate amended schedules. Be sure to check their website for updates.

Calling all heroes! This event is made possible by the amazing team at Pāpāmoa Unlimited and Wildfire HQ. For questions or support, give us a call at 022 414 2266.

Pāpāmoa Pride, Superhero Style!
Grab your capes, don your masks, and channel your inner hero as we celebrate a community that truly knows how to save the day! Whether you’re a local legend, a festive fan, or just here to cheer, this is your parade, Tauranga city! Let’s make it super!

Date and time

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Location

Papamoa Plaza

7 Gravatt Rd

Papamoa Beach Papamoa 3118

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