A Kiwiana Christmas

As we approach the most wonderful time of the year, the Wairoa District Council is excited to spread some festive cheer with our Kiwiana Christmas celebration.

Join us as we embrace the true spirit of a Kiwi Christmas, blending our unique local charm with the magic of the season. We're inviting everyone to come together on Saturday, 14 December from 9am for a Christmas market that celebrates our local culture, our annual Christmas parade and a special visit from Santa himself. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Let’s make this Christmas a memorable one, filled with joy, laughter, and a touch of Kiwi magic. From all of us at the Wairoa District Council, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Wairoa Christmas Market

The Wairoa Christmas Market will kick off from 9am Saturday, 14 December. Showcasing local wares and foodstalls there is something for everyone.
If you would like a stall you can register at the link below.

Christmas Market Registration Form

Santa Grotto

Come and have your picture taken with Santa!

Santa will be at Wairoa Library 10am - 11.30am Saturday, 14 December

Wairoa Christmas Parade

The Wairoa Christmas Parade will commence at 12pm from Wairoa Ski Club.
If you would like to register a float you can register at the link below.

Christmas Float Registration Form

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE

We would like to advise our Wairoa whanau that on Saturday 14 December 2024 between 7am and 1.30pm, Marine Parade will be closed to all traffic between Locke Street (at the intersection where the BNZ Bank ATMs are located) and Delhi Street (at the intersection next to Riverview Dairy).

This is where the Wairoa Christmas Market will be held.

At approximately 12noon, Marine Parade from the roundabout to Delhi Street will be closed for the Wairoa Christmas Parade.

SH2 at the roundabout will be closed for a short time to allow the parade convoy to safely travel through.

We look forward to seeing you there!