Aroha Cruise In
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Get ready for a full day of classic cars, hot rods, custom vehicles, markets, entertainment and family fun at Aroha Cruise In 2026!
Now at the Te Aroha Racecourse, Aroha Cruise In brings together car enthusiasts, families, collectors, market shoppers and visitors for a huge day celebrating everything automotive and community.
Classic Cars, Hot Rods & Custom Vehicles
Check out an impressive line-up of classic cars, hot rods, customs and unique vehicles. Show vehicle gates open from 7.00am, with public entry from 9.00am.
Spring Market & Auto Swap Meet
Browse a great selection of market stalls and hunt for automotive treasures, parts, memorabilia and bargains at the Auto Swap Meet.
Family Entertainment
There’s plenty happening throughout the day, including live music, family entertainment, the Retro Pageant, VW train and Tea Cup Ride.
Drive-In Movie
Stay on after the main event for our Drive-In Movie Night, featuring Hunt for the Wilderpeople.
Drive-in gates open 6.00pm | Movie starts 7.30-8.00pm (depending on daylight)
Kids under 16 are free to the movie.
Entry
Show Cars: $10 per vehicle – passengers free
Public Entry: $10 adults – kids FREE
Camping is also available for self-contained vehicles, making it easy to turn Aroha Cruise In into a full weekend experience.
Come along, bring the family and enjoy a great day out supporting a community-run event in Te Aroha.
Aroha Cruise In 2026 – cars, community, entertainment and a whole lot of fun!
Now at the Te Aroha Racecourse, Aroha Cruise In brings together car enthusiasts, families, collectors, market shoppers and visitors for a huge day celebrating everything automotive and community.
Classic Cars, Hot Rods & Custom Vehicles
Check out an impressive line-up of classic cars, hot rods, customs and unique vehicles. Show vehicle gates open from 7.00am, with public entry from 9.00am.
Spring Market & Auto Swap Meet
Browse a great selection of market stalls and hunt for automotive treasures, parts, memorabilia and bargains at the Auto Swap Meet.
Family Entertainment
There’s plenty happening throughout the day, including live music, family entertainment, the Retro Pageant, VW train and Tea Cup Ride.
Drive-In Movie
Stay on after the main event for our Drive-In Movie Night, featuring Hunt for the Wilderpeople.
Drive-in gates open 6.00pm | Movie starts 7.30-8.00pm (depending on daylight)
Kids under 16 are free to the movie.
Entry
Show Cars: $10 per vehicle – passengers free
Public Entry: $10 adults – kids FREE
Camping is also available for self-contained vehicles, making it easy to turn Aroha Cruise In into a full weekend experience.
Come along, bring the family and enjoy a great day out supporting a community-run event in Te Aroha.
Aroha Cruise In 2026 – cars, community, entertainment and a whole lot of fun!
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