Santa's Grotto Grand Opening

Schedule

Fri Nov 20 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC+13:00
Location

100 Grey St, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand | Tauranga, BP

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Experience the magic of Christmas at the Downtown Tauranga Santa’s Grotto.
The Downtown Tauranga Santa’s Grotto will officially open on Friday 20 November at 100 Grey Street with an exciting addition, including Mrs Claus! Santa and Mrs Claus will sweep you up in the festive spirit bringing some joyful cheer to the city centre before heading to Masonic Park to turn on the Christmas lights.
Meet Santa and Mrs Claus, share your Christmas wish list, capture a festive photo and enjoy a little Christmas cheer in the heart of the city centre.
Santa’s Grotto is free for everyone to enjoy and open on the following dates:
Grand Opening Friday 20 November, 5pm - 7pm
Opening Dates | 10am–3pm
• Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 December
• Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 December
• Tuesday 15 – Sunday 20 December
• Tuesday 22 – Thursday 24 December
Where: 100 Grey Street, Downtown Tauranga
Everyone is welcome! Make a visit to Santa’s Grotto part of your Christmas celebrations downtown.
Meri Kirihimete, Merry Christmas Tauranga!
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