# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Tauranga - **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Tauranga with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online. - **Category**: Christmas - **Display Name**: Christmas events - **Type**: other ## Audience - **Followers**: 433k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bab011f14b1271d0dede8faaebc00e25addcada5e21fe82b0abbe2550f7b1364-rimg-w179-h179-dc77462f-gmir?v=1757709607 - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/2009efe0c574e3dc8aafa326aa5db79a7d48ae3bb59bafd8dd62c8ab54e6429f-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg?v=1656541205 - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/0b430ca346d6b926a35a959999b3654b156fa712f25b30fd8233cc8adf27ae6c-rimg-w201-h200-dc90928f-gmir?v=1759151405 ## About Celebrate Christmas [YEAR] in Tauranga with festive markets, Christmas Eve parties, holiday dinners, Santa meet-and-greets, Christmas lights, concerts, carol performances, family-friendly activities, brunches, winter festivals, and seasonal attractions. Whether you're planning a cozy family outing or a festive night out, discover the best Christmas events and things to do in Tauranga. ## Christmas Events in Tauranga - **Event Name**: πŸŽ„πŸ‡ CHRISTMAS AT THE RACES πŸ₯‚βœ¨ - **Description**: πŸŽ„πŸ‡ CHRISTMAS AT THE RACES πŸ₯‚βœ¨ πŸ“… Saturday 14 November 2026 πŸ“ Tauranga Racecourse Gather your friends, family or workmates and celebrate the festive season with an exciting day of live thoroughbred racing, great food, drinks and entertainment. Featuring th - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 44 - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 11:00 am (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/christmas-at-the-races/200030431728808 - **Venue**: Racing Tauranga - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9iMjA5MzZmOWUwZjEzN2UyODIwYmNjYmNlYTlkZTdjODhiMjIyMDdlMmNiZDhhNmVhZDU0MDU2M2E1MTdmZDIxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4MTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODYzODA4MQ.avif - **Categories**: sports, food-drinks, calendar - **Event Name**: Tauranga's Christmas in the Park 2026 πŸŽ„ - **Description**: Tauranga’s Christmas in the Park is an annual community focussed Christmas fundraising event πŸŽ„ 5th December, 10am - 4pm, Soper Reserve Christmas markets, Street food, Live Music, Free workshops, Santa's Grotto, Fun Football, Face painting & more to - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 232 - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 04:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/taurangas-christmas-in-the-park-2026/200030626274025 - **Venue**: Soper Reserve - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy80MTBjNWM2YWViMDViYTY3NDcwMDYyMmVlMzUxNDhiNmQwNmM5Y2UzNTFkYzMxZTdjN2ZjNGI4NzBjMTkzM2E5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2M4ZDhkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODU1MTcwNQ.avif - **Categories**: music, nonprofit, charities, live-music, art, entertainment, sports, workshops, food-drinks, fine-arts, football, food-truck-festivals, christmas, christmas-markets-and-fairs - **Event Name**: πŸŽ„πŸ‡ TWILIGHT CHRISTMAS AT THE RACES πŸ₯‚βœ¨ - **Description**: πŸŽ„πŸ‡ TWILIGHT CHRISTMAS AT THE RACES πŸ₯‚βœ¨ πŸ“… Friday 11 December 2026 πŸ“ Tauranga Racecourse ONLY GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS REMAIN β€” ALL HOSPITALITY OPTIONS ARE SOLD OUT! The ever-popular Twilight Christmas at the Races is back for another year! Gather your f - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 56 - **Date**: Fri Dec 11 2026 at 02:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/twilight-christmas-at-the-races/200030758872420 - **Venue**: Racing Tauranga - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9hNTU2NDkxMmRhMDg5ODhiYTA3OGFhNWYzOGVkMGE0ZGE5NzQ3MDhiYzhkNDgzY2IyNzQ5NDFmNmY2YmIxNWU5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2M4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc5MDg1NDE1OQ.avif - **Categories**: sports, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Christmas in the Park - **Description**: It's the most wonderful time of the year! βœ¨πŸŽ„ Gather your family and friends and experience the magic of Christmas at Katikati's Lions Annual Santa Parade & Christmas in the Park! The Santa Parade begins at 3:00pm, travelling from Katikati Primary Sc - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 60 - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 03:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/christmas-in-the-park/200030498488339 - **Venue**: Moore Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8xODRlYjI0YTI2M2UzNmExZWYyMDliMjllYWVhMDQzNGExNDM0Y2YwZGU5ZGJjNzljN2VlZTUwYWEzMTAzNTU4LXJpbWctdzgwMC1oNTAwLWRjZjhlOGE4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg3MTY0MzQ0.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Concerts, Kids - **Event Name**: Waihi Beach Christmas Pop-Up Market - **Description**: Mark your calendars now - our festive pop-up market returns to Waihi Beach on 12th December 2026!Amazing indoors and outdoor stalls, the same incredible vibe you know and love.There will be a wide range of stalls, food & - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Dec 12 2026 at 02:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/waihi-beach-christmas-pop-up-market-tickets/80002994084634 - **Venue**: Waihi Beach Community Center writing club - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2YTVjODU1MWMwMGVhLmpwZw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: christmas-markets-and-fairs, pop-ups, christmas, shopping, calendar - **Event Name**: Opening Day – Santa's Grotto in Katikati - **Description**: Celebrate the opening of Santa's Grotto at The Arts Junction with a magical day of festive fun for the whole family! Step into Santa's Grotto, meet the man in the red suit, and enjoy a truly magical Christmas experience. ✨ Capture the memories with The - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 32 - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Dec 12 2026 at 02:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/opening-day-santas-grotto-in-katikati/200030498103317 - **Venue**: 36 Main Rd, Katikati 3129, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy83MWZkNTUwMDM5YjE4ZWM1OWZiNGM4MDZiZDVjNDk1NWY4OTA5ODIzNmM3NjE5ODQzMjIyNGE1ZDQ0NDBlOWFmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzEzMzQ5MA.avif - **Categories**: Art, food-drinks, fine-arts, Contests - **Event Name**: DIVAS! Christmas Special - **Description**: DIVAS! is back, bigger and better than ever! πŸ’₯ After a sold-out tour in 2024, DIVAS! returns with a stunning night of hits from the greatest female artists of our time – with a massive arena show heading to Tauranga for one night only! Tickets going fast - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 07:30 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/divas-christmas-special/200030783326555 - **Venue**: Mercury Baypark - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy81NWIyYTJhYjA3ZGVmMDU3MjliZDQxOWI3MzI2ZGFhYmY4M2U0MGJjZGJiZWI3OGUwZGU4Y2ViZDk5ODk1YmE4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ2OS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc5MTI2NDg5NQ.avif - **Categories**: Entertainment, performances, Music - **Event Name**: Christmas in the Village: WaihΔ« Beach Long Table Dinner - **Description**: Join us for a free community Christmas evening in the heart of WaihΔ« Beach village. Kai, activities, carols and more! This Christmas, we’re closing the road through WaihΔ« Beach village and setting a long table right down the centre... and there’s a seat - **Date**: Sat Dec 19 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Dec 19 2026 at 08:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/christmas-in-the-village-waihΔ«-beach-long-table-dinner/200030845420414 - **Venue**: 26 Wilson Road, Waihi Beach, 3611, NZ - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9hNDAwZmUxMjlhN2QwN2ViOTBmMTY3NDgwMzEwYzgzOTcxOWMxYjkxZDE0OGMxZGI3N2Q4NWJjY2YwZTlmMGJmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2U4NDg1OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc5MjE5NTY5NA.avif - **Categories**: Kids, Workshops, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Fire & Clay - Pottery Exhibition - **Description**: Searching for the ideal Christmas gift? Nothing compares to original ceramic art. With a spectacular array of pieces to choose from, this is your opportunity to secure work by 10 established ceramic artists – most of whom are brand new to our gallery. - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Nov 28 2026 at 03:00 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/fire-and-clay-pottery-exhibition/200030823680329 - **Venue**: 159 Seventeenth Ave, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9kYmE0YTczNWU5ZjhlZGE4YWI0ZDNiNjc2OWY4NTZhZDJkMDYyNWY3NjZkYjEyOTAwYmUxMmY1ZGM3NDUyZjI5LXJpbWctdzg1MS1oMzE1LWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzkxNzgxMzQ5.avif - **Categories**: Exhibitions, Art - **Event Name**: Annual Christmas Ribbon Day - **Description**: Join us for a low key festive event suitable for riders of all ages & stages! Ribbons for all classes including Show Jumping. ESNZ Course Design & Judge for Show Jumping. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 72 - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 09:00 am (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/annual-christmas-ribbon-day/200030759933644 - **Venue**: Tauranga Racecourse - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8zN2MwNDFhZmM2Nzc2MWRiZWNjMWMyYTZmZTI2MWRkYTI3NGQ1ZDk5NmUzMWE5OGM1MjcxOGM4OGY4ZjJiNjNhLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3OTA4Njk4NDQ.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: triKIDZ Term 4 Session 8: Fun Xmas Water Activities (Last Session for Term 4) - **Description**: About triKIDZ πŸ’š triKIDZ is Triathlon Tauranga's fun, inclusive youth programme for children aged 5-12 years. Through games and activities, kids develop swim, bike and run skills, build confidence, improve fitness and make new friends in a supportive envi - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Wed Dec 02 2026 at 04:00 pm – Wed Dec 02 2026 at 04:45 pm (+13:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/trikidz-term-4-session-8-fun-xmas-water-activities-last-session-for-term-4/200030586070954 - **Venue**: Pilot Bay, Salisbury Wharf end - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9kMzk0OGNlZmQyZjRlMjdlMDM4YTQ3MDkwMGEzNTZiN2RmYjZlZTQ2MzllOWIxMzdiY2Y2NzRiYjcwOTZlNDlkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzI4MjgyOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODQxNzgzOQ.avif - **Categories**: Sports, Kids ## Trending Events in Tauranga - **Event Name**: SOLD OUT TAURANGA | TAURANGA ARTS FESTIVAL | MACY GRAY LIVE 2026 - **Description**: Following her sensational sold-out 2024 tour, Macy Gray returns for her largest ever tour of Australia and this time, she’s going further than ever before. This is not just a concert tour; it’s a festival of soul. With over 25 million records sold worldw - **Venue**: TAURANGA ARTS FESTIVAL - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/02d1ef63eca882776bd8c13a6987bc6cd5837097a2af461bbbc307fc9c01d24f-rimg-w1200-h628-dc080808-gmir?v=1788069776 - **Event Name**: TAURANGA FRINGE FEST 2026 - **Description**: πŸŽͺ ONE DAY. SIX STAGES. ZERO ORDINARY. Saturday 24 October 2026 | The Historic Village, Tauranga 10am to 4pm Tauranga Fringe Festival is BACK β€” and it's going to be gloriously, wonderfully, unapologetically weird. Think live music, street performance, p - **Venue**: Historic Village , The Incubator Creative Hub, 17th Avenue, Tauranga, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/5269228ddf7b71f2159327b117450c261e1886fc3b41563f0ef034da19c8cfe4-rimg-w1200-h628-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1787223654 - **Event Name**: No Days Off 2026 | Mount Maunganui - **Description**: TRAINING SEASON STARTS NOW. NO DAYS OFF. Audiology, Surge Audio and George FM presents NO. DAYS. OFF. 2026. We’re back for round three, taking over Soper Reserve for our biggest No Days Off yet. A stacked international lineup, some of the best in - **Venue**: Soper Reserve - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/0af1bdf9db9418d26b20453f4b59445ab294f1a8d99a7bef1c6481d8f2987fb6-rimg-w1170-h504-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1787430269 - **Event Name**: No Code - Feat Jason Kerrison - **Description**: No Code are bringing a huge night of live music to World’s End, featuring Jason Kerrison from iconic Kiwi band OpshopAbout this EventNo Code - Feat Jason KerrisonGet ready for a massive night of - **Venue**: Worlds End - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/ef74e5c681434b4f1ea539e81efa7085d49f7b2d07dc46638b514fdd88e64937-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1789215497 - **Event Name**: Tauranga Diwali Festival 2026 - **Description**: If you are a lover of classical dance, Bollywood, Bhangra, kirtan music, drama performances, delicious Indian cuisine...this is for you. ***Gold Coin entry*** We will be showcasing some of Aotearoa's most establishe - **Venue**: The Historic Village, Tauranga - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/42005e8634923fa108555b486af8adc7c1aff364e70b228f54a50b37d5d6858b-rimg-w1200-h433-dc280808-gmir?v=1790217137 - **Event Name**: Hip Hop Unite World Championships- New Zealand - **Description**: We are so excited to welcome duos, crews and mega crew from around the world to New Zealand for the Hip Hop Unite World Championships. Tauranga - 29-31st October 2026 - email hhuworldsnz@gmail.com - **Venue**: Mercury Baypark - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/78e4851f93b92c439ebde7eb0c62038f2f35aaa3d92bed396b9cac531b073c50-rimg-w768-h960-dc080808-gmir?v=1790884105 - **Event Name**: HOT Pink Walk - **Description**: Join thousands of people as we paint Tauranga pink at the HOT Pink Walk! Whether you're walking in support of a loved one, celebrating survivorship, or simply coming along for a fantastic community event, we'd love to see you there. Expect an incredible a - **Venue**: The Strand, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/1a6db8f5e6546bf51fec4474875ae3fe862ee39d5a073ba27593c88a69f00ec2-rimg-w1200-h675-dce80888-gmir?v=1790431888 - **Event Name**: Mudhoney β”‚Tauranga - **Description**: For the first time in over a decade, Mudhoney return to New Zealand for a run of intimate shows. Renowned for their ferocious live performances, the band continue to deliver the same high-voltage mix of sludgy riffs, pounding rhythms and Mark Arm's unmi - **Venue**: TOTARA STREET - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/4efdabcbfc2f1fa6964991547036f9c0a238731361797c4e8ff0cc8cdd1b0714-rimg-w1200-h628-dce8b848-gmir?v=1787430275 - **Event Name**: The Jazz Room: Marvin Gaye in a Night of Soul - **Description**: ⭐ The Jazz Room presents a rich and heartfelt tribute to Marvin Gaye, one of the most iconic voices in soul music. Grab a drink, settle in, and relive his greatest hits as a brilliant live band brings them to life. Get your tickets for The Jazz Room: Marv - **Venue**: Classic Flyers Aviation Museum & Cafe - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/5f1f2880-b17a-11f1-8691-cd349320de2d-rimg-w550-h550-dc080818-gmir.jpg?v=1789527566 ## Browse Christmas Events by Date - [Christmas Events Today in Tauranga](https://allevents.in/tauranga/christmas--today) - [Christmas Events This Weekend in Tauranga](https://allevents.in/tauranga/christmas--this-weekend) - [Christmas Events in October in Tauranga](https://allevents.in/tauranga/christmas--october) - [Christmas Events in November in Tauranga](https://allevents.in/tauranga/christmas--november) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Tauranga? - **A:** πŸŽ„πŸ‡ CHRISTMAS AT THE RACES πŸ₯‚βœ¨ (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 11:00 am at Racing Tauranga), Tauranga's Christmas in the Park 2026 πŸŽ„ (Sat Dec 05 2026 at 10:00 am at Soper Reserve), πŸŽ„πŸ‡ TWILIGHT CHRISTMAS AT THE RACES πŸ₯‚βœ¨ (Fri Dec 11 2026 at 02:00 pm at Racing Tauranga), Christmas in the Park (Sat Dec 05 2026 at 03:00 pm at Moore Park), Waihi Beach Christmas Pop-Up Market (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 10:00 am at Waihi Beach Community Center writing club). - **Q**: What are the top free Christmas events in Tauranga? - **A:** Waihi Beach Christmas Pop-Up Market (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 10:00 am at Waihi Beach Community Center writing club). - **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Tauranga? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Tauranga on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Tauranga? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Tauranga? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Tauranga include Racing Tauranga, Soper Reserve, Moore Park. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Tauranga? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Tauranga include Racing Tauranga, Tauranga's Christmas in the Park, Katch Katikati Inc. - **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available? - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Tauranga? - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Tauranga. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/94/d198cea1ed44b0a8fd3623f92d897d/Maskgroup-1.5x-7-.webp - **Mobile Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/da/76f1714ac6480a872527c6e06e99e5/Rectangle1795.webp ## Christmas events from nearby cities - [Christmas events in Rotorua](https://allevents.in/rotorua/christmas) - [Christmas events in Cambridge](https://allevents.in/cambridge-nz/christmas) - [Christmas events in Whakatane](https://allevents.in/whakatane/christmas) - [Christmas events in Hamilton](https://allevents.in/hamilton-nz/christmas) - [Christmas events in Huntly](https://allevents.in/huntly-wk/christmas) - [Christmas events in Te Kauwhata](https://allevents.in/te-kauwhata/christmas)