CRUZ'N THE BAYZ
27th Feb to 2nd March 2025
NORTHLAND, NEW ZEALAND
We can’t wait to see you at our second community Classic, Hot Rod, Muscle Car, and Bike event, there will be fun and entertainment for the whole Whānau!
Over 3 days we will gather and cruise Northland with like-minded classic car and bike enthusiasts from all over NZ. We will travel through our local communities who are supporting us with music, local cuisine and welcoming celebrations.
- GENERAL ADMISSION - FREE
- VEHICLE REGISTRATION - $120 + BF
TICKETS ON SALE
CRUZ'N THE BAYZ 2025 EVENT PROGRAMME
Come along, we have an event packed with the Classic, Hot Rod, Muscle Car, and Bike parade, Entertainment, food and fun for the whole Whānau!Thursday 27th February
Friday 28th February
Saturday 1st March
Sunday 2nd March
Thursday 27th February
For those who arrive early
Meet & Greet Night
Waitangi Golf Course
Live entertainment and nibbles will be available
Bar available to purchase drinks
Starts at 5pm – 10pm
Friday 28th February
Jackie’s Mystery Tour
8.00 am
Meet at Waitangi Sports Grounds to Register at HQ Tent
10:00 am
Cruise to Opononi
Morning tea or lunch available to purchase
Cruise back to Kaikohe to the Pioneer Village for a great walk back in time
5:00pm
Cruise back to Paihia
Enjoy local cuisine and beverages
Wakm Band is playing at Zane Grey’s
(Please wear your wristbands for free entry)
Night cruising in Paihia
Saturday 1st March
8:30am
Meet at Waitangi Sports Grounds for cruise to Kerikeri
9.00am
Cruise to Kerikeri Domain for Kerikeri Klassic Car Show
Follow the local Fire Service Truck
In conjunction with Cruz’n the Bayz the Kerikeri Klassic Car Show will now be part of this event inviting all car lovers to attend as usual
Max Cochrane’s live band will be playing in Kerikeri
3pm
Leaving Kerikeri to cruise back to Paihia and refresh before night the nights entertainment and local cuisine
6pm
Outdoor movie on the Village Green, Paihia – a free family event, so bring your picnic/dinner
7.30pm
*Live Band playing at Zane Grey’s, Paihia
Night cruising on the waterfront in Paihia
Sunday 2nd March
9am
Meet at HQ Waitangi Sports Grounds
9.30am
Cruise to Russell
Use walk on ferries to Russell from Paihia Wharf or catch the car ferry from Opua to Russell
Enjoy the very historic Kororareka/Russell with its beautiful setting by the sea
Take time to walk the lovely waterfront and beyond while enjoying local entertainment/ shops/restaurants/café/arts & crafts
12:00pm
Heading back to HQ Waitangi Sports Grounds to enjoy local market/food stalls and entertainment
Tug of War Competition, categories will be announced
Miss 60’s Diva Competition and prize giving drawn by Mayor Moko Tepania
Cruz’n the Bayz prize giving will take place and the draw for the fabulous prize of a trip to *Rarotonga for two with flights and accommodation
Jackies Mystery Run prize giving
NZ Fire Service Presentation Speeches of thanks
Closing of the Cruz’n the Bayz wishing everyone a safe journey
*subject to availability for accommodation and flights & changes to itinerary may apply.
BE PART OF THIS COMMUNITY EVENT
EVERYONE CAN GET INVOLVED
As part of this event we are asking our local businesses to support us and be a part of this event by dressing shop windows with the theme of Rock ‘n’ Roll, donating prizes and market stalls
Our intention is to bring an economic boost to our local communities
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS & SUPPORT
The Cruz'n The Bayz wouldn't be possible without our amazing funders, sponsors, supporters and volunteers.
