Events

Giant Games & Puzzles | Face Painting | Santa (photo opportunities) | Enchanted Elves | Music

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14th & 21st December!

This event is brought to you by Love the Centre

One final unforgettable French Night this year at Chim Choo Ree! Gather your friends, family, or colleagues, for an enchanting evening of the flavours of France.

We’ve crafted a cozy, intimate dining experience with a 6-course tasting menu that captures the essence of France’s finest flavours.

Relish in 5 delightful hors d'oeuvres and a sumptuous main course, all carefully paired with exquisite French wines.

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Feel the charm of a spring garden evening while enjoying an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere with friends. Group bookings are warmly welcomed, so bring along your favourite people and share this magical night. This event is by prepayment, and with only a limited number of seats, we recommend reserving soon! Please note that we cannot cater to special dietary needs for this occasion.

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Date: Tuesday, 10th December

Time: 6pm

Price: $120 per person

Limited Seats Available

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Reserve Your Spot Today:

Phone: (07) 839 4329 - Daytime only, feel free to leave amessage

Email: chimchooree.experiences@gmail.com

Reservations are accepted exclusively by email. Don’t missout on this special night to say au revoir to 2024 with us!

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(Photos from previous French Night).

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This festive event will brighten the streets with stunning floats, cheerful characters, entertainment groups and enchanting moments. Don't miss the highlight of the day—the arrival of the jolly man himself, Santa Claus!

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Secure the best spot early and join us for the pre-parade festivities at 1:15pm, with the main Parade kicking off at 2pm.

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Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to the First Credit Union Christmas Parade and let's celebrate together!

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Save the date for the Riverbank Lane Christmas Market!

Kids face painting

The Hamilton Community Gospel Choir performance

Kopi Cafe & Mr Pickle's open with special menus

Art | Crafts | Florals | Plants | Pottery | Homewares | Jewellery and more

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Summer music sessions

Fridays in Garden Place

12.30pm - 1.30pm

All live music sessions are weather dependent.

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6th December - Sean Lurman

13th December - DJ

20th December - Darz Keefe

17th January - DJ

24th January - Carl Watkins

31st January - DJ

7th February - DJ

14th February - Darz Keefe

21st February - DJ

28th February - Andrew Price

7th March - DJ

14th March

21st March - DJ

28th March

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Names of all musicians will be added soon.

If you are a local musician and would like to be involved in the summer music sessions contact:

Vicky - admin@hamiltoncentral.co.nz

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This well-loved community arts focused event draws widely from across the city and attracts approx. 5000 annual visitors to participate and vote, view the works created by people of Kirikiriroa, and experience social connection and fun in a joyful environment.

Trees At The Meteor delivers a ‘Compassion not Consumption’ kaupapa, as an affordable event that exhibits creative, hand-made interpretations of festive trees, focusing on connection and kindness within the community at Christmas time.  

We are pleased to revive this regular fixture of the Christmas calendar, as many are eager to experience the magic and fairy lights of the Trees exhibition again, marvelling at all the wonderful, wacky, and inventive ways their fellow citizens have interpreted the iconic Christmas Tree.  

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Come along to the Fair Enough Mākete Kirihimete!

Join us at Garden Place and Te Kōpū Mānia o Kirikiriroa (Hamilton Central Library) on the 1st of December to celebrate Waikato’s mahi toi, local artists, live music, and kapa haka.

Bands:
Silvercarp
Big Sigh
The Usual Suspects

Kapa haka by Te Haona Kaha

Mahi toi by local artists!

Artist applications still open:
https://forms.gle/KvwP5kKSaisJ6CmX6

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The SkyCity Hamilton Christmas Tree Lighting Festival promises a night of festive fun and dazzling lights! Join Jingles for some jingle-bell rockin' fun in Garden Place on Saturday, 30 November, from 5 pm to 9 pm.

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Don't forget your picnic blankets. This event is free for all to attend, so gather your family and friends. We'll have food trucks, various beloved characters, face painting, balloon art and live entertainment!

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Stay tuned, the full programme will be available soon.

The Musical. Based on the popular 1988 MGM film, this hysterical musical comedy takes us to the French Riviera for high jinks and hilarity. It is sophisticated and suave with a good dash of mischief!

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