

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Penguin Parade Charity Waddle
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 am – Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 am
- **Event Description**: The Penguin Parade is back! ?

Formerly known as Waddle the Mount, our much-loved charity waddle returns! Just down the road with a fresh new route and the same fun community vibe.

Join us for a playful penguin-themed walk (or run, or waddle!) across two local peaks while raising vital funds for our local kororā / little blue penguins, cared for by the Western Bay Wildlife Trust.

? The Waddle Route
Start at the Soundshell beside Mount Drury / Hopukiore in Mount Maunganui.

From there you’ll:
- Waddle up to the top of Mt Drury
-Head back down and cross the road
-Continue over to the far end of Moturiki Island
-Collect a stamp at both peaks to earn your official waddling medal! ?

Important: Mt Drury is quite steep and may be challenging for some participants. You are absolutely welcome to join the fun even if you choose not to complete the full course.

Last year’s event was packed with laughter, costumes, and community spirit and this year we’re aiming even bigger. Bring your friends, whānau, colleagues, or team and help protect our precious local penguins.

? Event Details
When: Saturday 7 March, 10am - 12pm
Where: Check-in at the Envirohub gazebo, Soundshell (25 Marine Parade, Mount Maungaui)

Tickets:
- Adults - $10 minimum donation
- Kids (16 and under) - Koha

? Dress Up!
Penguin costumes are highly encouraged!
Prizes for:
- Best Dressed
- Best Waddle
And more surprises

? What’s Happening on the Day
- Fun, family-friendly activities and games
- Information about local shorebirds and seabirds from WBWT
- Spot prizes and great community vibes

Perfect for families, schools, workplaces, and anyone keen to do some good while having fun.

Every ticket and donation goes directly to the Western Bay Wildlife Trust to support the rescue, protection, and care of our local kororā.

? Register now and join the parade! https://events.humanitix.com/penguin-parade-charity-waddle-2026
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/penguin-parade-charity-waddle/200029738701028
- **Event Categories**: Nonprofit, Workshops, Kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 42

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://events.humanitix.com/penguin-parade-charity-waddle-2026?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=tauranga-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Tauranga
- **state**: BP
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Mount Drury
- **lat**: -37.633370774782
- **long**: 176.18279264015
- **full address**: Mount Drury, 24 Marine Pde, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand, Tauranga

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Sustainable Backyards Bay of Plenty (https://allevents.in/org/sustainable-backyards-bay-of-plenty/5917559)

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Mount Drury, 24 Marine Pde, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand, Tauranga
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Sustainable Backyards Bay of Plenty
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Nonprofit, Workshops, Kids
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Penguin Parade Charity Waddle ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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