2560 days ago

Friday is all go for Americarna!

Americarna Americarnival

Whether South Taranaki or North Taranaki it's all on Friday 22nd February.

Hawera Street Drags - The Street Drags will again be held during our visit to Hawera, on Friday 22nd February 2019. Start time 2:30pm.

This will be run within the CBD area. You will be able to stay in town and enjoy the atmosphere, entertainment and watch the StreetDrags

Mangorei Road Street Party - On the return trip from Hawera, the cars will be turning right into Mangorei Road, New Plymouth. 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Residents are invited to bring the deck chairs, the BBQ and chilly bin out onto the footpaths and enjoy the parade of Americarna cars as they cruise past.

New Plymouth Friday Night Cruise - Cruising from 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Devon Street is closed for the great Americarna parade, cruising through Devon Street, New Plymouth. American cars in town for everyone to enjoy.
Find out more!

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