Kids & Family
Drivers will gather their trucks at the New Zealand Woolhandler yard (previously Avenal Wool Store) on Fox Street, Invercargill, from 8am this Sunday. The public is welcome to attend and inspect the trucks around the Fox Street-Bill Richardson Drive area. Onsite facilities, including food and toilets, will be available.
Related: 2024 Southland Truck Parade Results
The truck parade will kick off at 1pm, taking about an hour to complete the route and organisers are hoping for dry weather. The parade route will go down Bond Street and along Tweed Street, giving spectators a chance to enjoy the impressive trucks, finishing at the intersection of Regent and Tweed Streets.
Later in the evening, a prizegiving will be held at Newfield Tavern, also known as Big Willy’s Sports Bar and Grill, from 5pm.
Registation
- On-the-Spot Entry: Want to join on the day? No problem! Head over to the white container at Fox Street on Sunday, 22nd October, to fill out your entry form. We’re making it super easy to be a part of the fun!
- Judging Participation: There’s a modest entry fee of $10 for those who wish to have their trucks judged—a small price for the chance to win big! Please arrive between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM to get sorted.
- Parade-Only Participation: If you’re here just for the thrill of the parade, it’s absolutely free! Just ensure you’re all set before 12:30 PM. The parade begins at 1:00 PM sharp, and you won’t want to miss a single moment.
Entry Forms & Approvals
- Getting Your Entry Form: Need to prepare beforehand? Simply request an entry form by emailing 📧 [email protected]. We’ll also have forms ready for you on-site on Sunday morning.
- Log Book Exception: Good news! Waka Kotahi has approved a short-term variation of hours for the event. Copies of this exception will be available at the Fox Street container on the morning of the parade. You can also receive this via email upon request.