‘The Pav’ will knock your Christmas stockings off
Glittering with more than 900 lights, giant Christmas shapes and a stage for performances, this year The Pav is part of Christmas in Aotea Square. Video / Jay Farnworth
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Auckland Santa Parade 2024
At 2.30pm there will be a party in Aotea Square “filled with festive Christmas music and dance including the Bluey Live Christmas Experience. Video / NZ Herald
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