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Ticket Information
Tickets are sold out, however we are live-streaming the concert, please follow our Facebook Page for information.
Tickets are FREE!
Why manage tickets this way? This allows us to control the ticket process, number of tickets available and gives us the ability to identify and communicate with ticket holders if requried.
A maximum of 6 tickets per transaction.
No tickets are required for children 2 & under.
You must bring a copy of your ticket to the event, as these will be scanned on arrival. Tickets on your mobile device are fine, this minimises paper printing.
NO ticket NO entry.
Tickets will NOT be available at the gates.
No pets are allowed on the reserve unless they are "medical assistance" dogs under the control of their owner(s).
Rain Date: Please note there is a rain day on Sunday 29th November. This date will ONLY be used if we feel the event cannot go ahead on the Saturday due to health & safety reasons. We will communicate via our Facebook Page
EVENT INFORMATION
Christmas by the Lake presented by Harcourts Cooper & Co, is the ultimate carol service, with the full Auckland Symphony Orchestra performing all your favourites and a talented 150+ pupil choir, comprising students from Milford Primary, Takapuna Primary and Westlake Girls Cantare Choir. Sing along to the words on the giant screen!
There will be ample entertainment for the kids: face painting, a kids double lane inflatable obstacle course, and under 5’s bouncy castle.
Have photos taken with Santa and Mrs Claus, then you can take home your photos for FREE!!
Please note, children must be supervised by their parents at all times.
Bring your own picnic or take advantage of the many food vendors available. We ask that any alcohol brought along is consumed responsibly and with care.
5:00pm – Gates Open (no access until this time)
6:00pm – Jasper & Jane Hawkins
6:45pm – 9:00pm– Auckland Symphony Orchestra
9:00pm – Fireworks
9:30pm – Event Ends
Follow the Christmas By The Lake Facebook event page for updates
SPONSORS
This event would not be possible without the assistance of our sponsors, thank you!
Presenting Partner
Platinum Partners
Citroen North Shore: Leave ‘mainstream’ behind with our popular range of stylish SUVs. The new Citroën C3, C3 Aircross, and C5 Aircross models have plenty to offer at a surprisingly affordable price. With advanced safety features, high-performing yet efficient engines, and – of course – Citroën’s bold and eye-catching design, you’ll be delighted by our line-up. Our friendly and professional team look forward to welcoming you to our showroom and introducing you to your new Citroën.
Devonport Takapuna Local Board: The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board extends from Sunnynook and Castor Bay in the north to the Stanley Bay and Devonport suburbs in the south. Its western boundary is State Highway 1.
Kitchen Mania: Kitchen Mania is a family owned and operated company in the business of producing top kitchen products to complement the contemporary New Zealand home. All of their kitchen cabinets and joinery are produced here in New Zealand to their exacting standards at their modern factory facility in Mt Wellington. Kitchen Mania uses the latest manufacturing methods and quality materials and fittings so that all of their kitchens not only look good but are built to last. With three modern showrooms in Milford, Mt Wellington and Avondale they have Auckland covered and have all the ideas and inspiration to bring your dream kitchen to life. The team at Kitchen Mania love what they do, and they know you’ll love your new kitchen too.
Mercedes-Benz North Shore: We are your official Mercedes-Benz retailer on Auckland's North Shore, and three-times ‘Retailer of the Year’ title holder. Our award-winning team look forward to introducing you to our exceptional vehicles and welcoming you to the Mercedes-Benz family. Visit us for the latest Mercedes-Benz models and a quality selection of pre-owned vehicles, not to mention all your servicing, repairs, parts and accessory needs.
Oceanbridge : Oceanbridge Shipping is a provider of international air and seafreight services. We carry all sorts of cargoes in various shapes and sizes to and from all 4 corners of the world. Based in Takapuna we are a family owned business and our connection with the local community and people is still core to our values. We appreciate the opportunity to support Christmas by the Lake once again
Peugeot North Shore: Discover the latest range of Peugeot vehicles at Peugeot North Shore. Peugeot’s wide range includes a number of class-leading models, from the soon to arrive all-new 208 hatchback to the flagship 5008 7-seat SUV, not to mention our exceptional 508 fastback and our highly capable Expert van. Contact us for friendly and professional service and advice, as well as competitive finance options.
Gold Partners
Better Drinks Company: Phoenix Organics was one of the first organic drink companies in New Zealand. It was founded in the garage by a few friends, way back in 1986, when they launched their Organic Ginger Beer. Phoenix is proud to have grown up alongside generations of Kiwis.
As a gold sponsor of the Sustainable Coastlines charity, we are “Here For Good” — with a passion about looking after our beautiful home and the people in it!
Rotary Milford : Rotary Milford is a club of Rotary International which is situated on the North Shore of Auckland completing community and international projects. Milford Rotary undertakes both local and international charity programmes while enjoying strong fellowship.
Simpson Western: Based on the North Shore, Simpson Western is a leading law firm offering a wide range of legal services to individual and business clients - from private client work through to complex commercial transactions, Simpson Western can take care of all your legal requirements. We are proud to be a supporter of Christmas by the Lake, and we love that the event takes place right on our own back yard!
Smales Farm: Smales Farm is focused on developing an inspiring, sustainable community where lifestyle and work effortlessly blend. As a family owned business Smales Farm has been part of the North Shore community for over 70 years and is proud to be able to support local events and charities.
Silver Partners
Insurance Design : Hopes, Dreams and Promises the way you intended. Philip and Anthony are please to support an opportunity for you to spend time with Family and Friends.
New World Milford : Here for Milford proudly providing locals with healthy and affordable food, a brilliant array of fresh food and knowledgeable and passionate staff and online shopping. We are open seven days, 7am-10pm and look forward to seeing you in-store soon.
Printing Partner
ACTS
Auckland Symphony Orchestra
The Auckland Symphony Orchestra is New Zealand’s largest community orchestra. Players are drawn from all walks of life, and from all parts of Auckland and beyond. The orchestra provides an opportunity for musicians who have chosen a career outside performance music, to enjoy weekly rehearsals of symphonic music, playing without payment and purely for the pleasure of making great music together.
The orchestra’s main philosophy is that music should be fun and enjoyed by players and audiences alike - hence the regular, free family concerts that are offered in Auckland with out-of-town concerts in areas where a live performance by a Symphony Orchestra is a rare event.
Today, the Auckland Symphony Orchestra, with over eighty players, has developed an excellent following and reputation for its high quality performances of popular classics, film and show music, often playing to capacity and turn-away audiences. In addition to their regular concerts, they have other events including the sell-out performances of Last Night of the Proms, the Christmas Celebrations with local church choirs, concerts for children, and our new outdoor concerts.
Jasper & Jane Hawkins
Brother and sister duo, Jasper and Jane Hawkins will be performing from 6 – 6:45pm at Christmas by the Lake on Saturday, November 28, with a repertoire of acoustic songs.
The singer-songwriting pair captivate audiences wherever they go with their authenticity and beautiful harmonies, both of which are a hallmark of their work.
FOOD VENDORS
Please see below for Food Vendor details
COVID
Christmas by the Lake will go ahead at Level 1.
Christmas by the Lake will NOT go ahead at Level 2 or above.
Please scan the COVID QR code on arrival at the event.
If you are not able to scan the code, you can sign in at the Information Tent.
Our team will regularly clean throughout the event items that are touched by multiple people e.g. waste bins handles, toilet handles etc.
Hand Hygiene: frequently wash your hands for a minimum of 20 seconds, then dry them thoroughly. If you are unable to access soap and water, use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser containing at least 60% alcohol. If using sanitiser, ensure that you use enough to cover your hands and rub hands together until dry.
Cough and sneeze etiquette: sneezing or coughing into the crook of your elbow or covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue, then putting the tissue in a bin and cleaning your hands (as above).
Avoiding touching your face: hard surfaces can be contaminated with infectious droplets. Hands can be contaminated after contact with these surfaces. If you need to touch your face, clean your hands first.
Physical distancing: Physical distancing is no longer required at Alert Level 1, as the risk of community transmission of COVID-19 is very low. You can still play it safe by continuing to keep a distance from people you do not know. Use your judgement.
GENERAL INFORMATION
ACCESS TO SYLVAN PARK
There will be no access allowed to the event site prior to 5:00pm.
This is part of the Health & Safety Plan in place with Auckland Council, and allows vehicles to move around the site for set up.
Please do not put pressure on our security team to enter before 5:00pm. Their instructions are NOT to allow access to unauthorized people or vehicles.
Sylvan Park Avenue will be closed (except to residents) from 1:00pm - 10:00pm.
PARKING
Sylvan Park Avenue will be closed (except to residents) from 1:00pm - 10:00pm.
Free Parking will be available in the surrounding streets and at Milford Shopping Centre.
We do have a limited number of disabled parks available at Sylvan Park Reserve. These can be reserved by emailing events@sevenevents.co.nz
SEATING
In the interest of everyone's enjoyment of the event please limit the chairs and other types of seating. If you do bring seating, please place these at the sides of the site, not in the middle.
We will have ushers to direct you.
