Contact Energy Saturday in the Park

Pioneer Park is the destination for the procession and a fun afternoon at Saturday in the Park.

This family afternoon extravaganza is packed with fun and everyone has a chance to choose their favourite float in the Best Float Competition.

On the main stage, from 1pm, there will be entertainment from:

Massed Pipe Band
“Waimatuku Southern Scenic Pipe band, amix of traditional and contemporary music. Pipes and drums supported by electric guitars and vocals.

 
“Live Wire”
M.O.R Top 40s band covering songs from the ‘60s to the present.
Click here for more info on Live Wire (PDF) or check out their website.
Live Wire accommodation courtesy of Marj's Place Backpackers and Homestay - www.marjsplace.co.nz 

“Sea Beast”
A Dunedin three-piece featuring students from the Otago University School of Music. The band members are all former Dunstan High School pupils. Covers band more contemporary Rhythm and Blues.

Between 3.30 and 4.15pm there will be a break for the crowning and prize-giving, as well as the official festival week opening speeches.

On the children’s stage, between 1 and 4pm, there will be a mix of magic, aerial shows, puppets and clowns.  The younger set will be highly entertained by performances from Wayne McEwan, Shad Rutherford, Mike Houston Shelley Dingwall and Rebecca, Louise Kerr, Anna Bailey. Stilt Walkers and clowns will again fascinate this younger age group and there will be continuous Face Painting and Balloons by Frances.

Within the Park there will be a vast array of food and talented local artists and craftspeople will showcase their works.