New Year’s Eve Community Celebration – Matua

Presented by: Tauranga City Council

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with whānau and friends at Fergusson Park in Matua.

This event is one of Tauranga City Council’s five free community celebrations, perfect for all ages. Come and enjoy live music, roving entertainment, delicious food trucks, fun activities for the kids, and a local MC to host.

For those with sensory sensitivities or accessibility needs, there will be an earlier celebration from 5pm to 6pm with reduced sound and smaller crowds.

Time:
5pm to 6pm: Sensory-friendly celebration with limited sound and crowds
6pm: The main event starts and will finish with fireworks at 9.30pm

Things to bring:
A picnic blanket and/or something to sit on
Feel free to bring your own kai or choose from a variety of food truck options
With the sun still strong in the afternoon, remember to slip, slop, slap, and wrap
For those with sensory sensitivities, bring headphones to limit sound
Cash or card to purchase drinks and snacks

️Getting there:
Parking is available on site, but it may be limited, so plan to rideshare, walk, bus, bike, or dance your way to the celebration.

Important:
– These family-friendly events are alcohol and smoke-free, with temporary and permanent liquor bans in place at and around the site
– For more details on this event and the other community celebrations, visit the Tauranga City Council New Year’s Eve webpage
– Please note: A photographer or videographer commissioned by Tauranga City Council may be present at this event

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