Celebrate the festive season
28th November, 9am -2pm
The arts Village, through to Queens Drive
Join us for a festive day filled with Christmas shopping, delicious food, entertainment, family activities and plenty of Christmas cheer.
Skip the Car and Bike in!!
Skip the traffic and the hassle of hunting for a car park and Bike in!
Bike Rotorua is offering a free bike valet service to attendees of The arts Village Christmas in the Gardens and The Rotorua Christmas Parade.
Whats on?!?
Get ready for a fantastic day of festive fun, creativity, entertainment and Christmas cheer! There’s something for everyone, with live music, market stalls, delicious food, creative activities and plenty of fun for the kids.
Here’s what’s happening throughout the day!
9:00am – Let the festivities begin!
The market comes alive! Browse food and artist stalls, enjoy live entertainment across two stages and explore art activities throughout the venue.
- Stage 1: Arts Village Green
- Stage 2: Government Gardens Rotunda, proudly organised by Music at the Rotunda.
9:30am – Kidz Zone opens!
Little hands, big imaginations! Bring the kids along for a fantastic range of hands-on activities and creative fun for all ages.
11:00am – The Santa Parade!
One of the day’s biggest highlights! Find your spot and get ready for a spectacular parade filled with festive floats, Christmas magic and plenty of excitement.
Parade route:
The parade begins alongside Rotorua Museum, travelling past the Polynesian Spa before turning up Hinemoa Street. It then turns into Hinemaru Street, passing the Council Buildings and the edge of the Gardens.From there, the parade heads under the Princes Gate Archway and back into the Gardens, continuing along Queens Drive before finishing at the opposite end of the Museum.
12:30pm – Get up close with the floats!
The parade may be over, but the fun isn’t finished! Head to the Arts Village car park to check out the amazing parade floats up close. Get those photos and see all the fantastic details for yourself!
2:00pm – Festivities wrap up
That’s a wrap on a wonderful day! Thanks for celebrating with us. We hope you’ve enjoyed every moment.
Check out some of our confirmed Stall holders below
Check out some of Kai Vendors from sweet treats to hot drinks
