Issued 28th Jan 2023 - The Coromandel has experienced a severe weather event, with a state of emergency declared on 3 Feb 2023. As a result, SH25a and the Tapu Coroglen roads have been closed.
Some local DOC campsites are closed, and Te Whatu Ora Waikato advises everyone to not use coastal beaches, lakes, rivers and streams until at least 48 hours following heavy rainfall due to potential bacterial contamination.
Please take care in and around the region and keep up to date through the following agencies.
Paeroa's historical Maritime Park turns into a magical wonderland during December. Bring the family to experience the brilliant light show, on every night from mid Dec through to Christmas eve
Paeroa's historical Maritime Park turns into a magical wonderland during December. Bring the family to experience the brilliant light show, on every night from Dec through to Christmas eve. This is a community based project, designed to spread Christmas cheer throughout the Paeroa region, run by Paeroa volunteers. The park is open to the public to enjoy trees lit up with magical fairy lights and buildings of the Museum will be outlined by amazing lights. This is the first show in New Zealand, of this scale, that actually has lights dancing to music.
The show runs continuously from 8:30 pm till 10 pm, every night, weather permitting.
Come along to this years show and meander through the Enchanted Forest and watch children playing in the snow and bubbles, as music soothes and enriches the soul. This is a great night out not to be missed. There are sure to be some wonderful surprises in store for this years show.
8.30pm – Last entry 10.00pm every night. Event closes at 11.00pm.
Entrance prices
Keep an eye on our Facebook page for news and updates (including any wet weather cancellations), and check out the gallery for photos of previous shows! You can also call us on 07 862 7121.
No dogs except service dogs permitted.
There’s plenty of parking, but please do not park on the main road. To find your way to park right beside the entrance to the Light Show, turn on to Hubbard Road and follow the signs that will lead you down Ngahina Wharf (below the Puke bridge) and right to our doorstep.
Download a site and parking map
6894 Puke Road
Paeroa
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