Browns Bay holds several events and promotions each year to involve the community and attract visitors. The best known is the annual Browns Bay Christmas Parade and Carnival, attracting 10,000 visitors. After the excitement of the biggest parade north of the Bridge, you can enjoy live music and entertainment while the kids have fun with a variety of activities at the Carnival and have their photos taken with Santa.
Visit our ‘Activites‘ page to see ongoing things to do in Browns Bay.
July 2021
ENTER YOUR UNIQUE CODE HERE Shop in Browns Bay to be in with a chance to WIN ONE of TWO $1,500 Shopping Sprees!* Simply spend $20 or more in any participating Browns Bay business - anywhere you see the poster - from 12 July to 30 September 2021 (or while stocks last), grab an entry card and [...]
Find out moreOctober 2021
This is one of the last remaining community-run flea markets in the country, and the best second-hand market in Auckland! Stallholder site fees go towards local community projects, including Coastguard North Shore. There is a large range of second-hand goods on sale, and stalls are constantly changing, from tools and antiques, designer clothes, books, second-hand [...]
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*** POSTPONED UNTIL 31 OCTOBER 2021 DUE TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS ON HOLDING EVENTS. This event will only be held at Alert Level 1 *** The ever popular annual BOYS TOYS - THE ULTIMATE EVENT returns to Phoenix Plaza. Renegade Rod & Custom Car Club will be displaying an impressive selection of classic cars and hot [...]
Find out moreNovember 2021
The giant Browns Bay Christmas Tree returns to Phoenix Plaza in all its glory for the 2021 festivities. Bring the kids along to celebrate the lights being turned on - it could even be you who wins the prize to flick the switch! Enjoy live music and entertainment, lots of kids' activities and games, spot [...]
Find out moreDecember 2021
The iconic Browns Bay Christmas Parade attracts 10,000+ visitors yearly and has a reputation for being a fun family event that marks the start of the festive season on Auckland's North Shore. Spread the word and bring your whanau to town for a great day of celebrations, kicking off with Christmas craft markets in Phoenix [...]
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Waterworld is bringing the giant Waterpark back to Browns Bay this summer. Grab your jandals and towel and head down to Browns Bay beach for heaps of bouncing and tumbling fun. You must be able to swim to attend. Children aged 5 to 9 years old must be accompanied by a paying and participating adult [...]
Find out moreJanuary 2022
IN JANUARY 2022, A TRULY IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE CELEBRATING AOTEAROA, ART, AND MARINE CONSERVATION COMES TO TĀMAKI MAKAURAU. WHALE TALES IS A PUBLIC ART TRAIL EXPLORING THE CITY OF SAILS, AND YOU’RE INVITED! From 24 January - 18 April 2022 a trail of unique and stunning whale tail sculptures, designed by artists and children, sponsored by [...]
Find out moreSeptember 2022
This is one of the only community run markets in New Zealand. Stallholder site fees go towards local community projects, including the local coast guard unit. There is a range of goods for sale and stalls are constantly changing, from tools and antiques, designer clothes, books, second hand clothes, bags, handcrafts, art, hand made jewellery, [...]
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