A free live screening of the America's Cup will be held for fans at the Tauranga waterfront from Sunday, 25 June until the cup is won. Come down and cheer for Tauranga’s local boy Peter Burling and Emirates Team New Zealand to bring home the Auld Mug. Bring the whole family and share the excitement of the final races at Tauranga’s beautiful waterfront.
Residents and visitors are invited to join the public viewing and watch Emirates Team New Zealand challenging cup holders Oracle Team USA in Bermuda. The live broadcast will begin at 4.45am with the races kicking off at 5am, followed by the replay at 6.30am – all on the big screen.
Hot drinks and small snacks will be available from George Café at the waterfront. The Tauranga waterfront is an alcohol-free zone but you are welcome to bring your own breakfast. Access to the fanzone will be free. Don’t forget to bring a blanket, a chair and wrap yourself up warmly.
Parking is free on Sundays. Elizabeth Street parking building will be open 24/7 and visitors can also park for free on off-street and on-street car parks.
Tauranga’s city centre, including the waterfront, is a 24/7 alcohol-free and glass-free zone.
The event is weather permitting, please keep an eye on www.facebook.com/TaurangaCityCouncil for any updates.
Find out more at www.mytauranga.co.nz