Ellerslie Spring Fairy Festival 

2010 Date Saturday 4 September
10:30am - 12 midday

Frequently Asked Questions

Q     Where is the festival held?

A     EllerslieTown Centre, Main Highway, adjacent to the Southern Motorway

Q     What does it cost?

A     It’s FREE for everyone

Q     What happens?

A     More than 40 fairies, pixies and wizards will sprinkle fairy dust, do glitter face painting, give out wishing stones and share magical stories and songs

Q     What age is it suitable for?

A     The very young and young at heart – bring the whole family

Q     What is the difference between this and other events?

A     It is an all free, non commercial event with every child receiving an enchanted gift

Q     Shall I bring my camera and will I be able to get photos with my favourite fairy?

A     Yes, bring your own camera for special photos.  There is no commercial photography at the event

Q     How do I get there?

A     From south - Southern Motorway exit Ellerslie Penrose.  From north- Southern Motorway exit Tecoma Street;  From east- Main Highway via Ellerslie Panmure Highway;  From west-Main Highway via Campbell Road

Q     Is the main street closed off?

A     For one and half hours Ellerslie’s main street is closed to traffic and parking to accommodate several thousand enchanted children and their families

Q     How easy is it to park?

A     There is limited parking available in the Arthur Street and Robert Street public carparks and in surrounding streets.     

Q     Is there easy public transport?

A     Yes, you can easily get to Ellerslie by train or bus 

Train:
The Southern railway line goes to Ellerslie Station, only 50 metres from the town centre.
For information click here

Bus:
For Stagecoach click here
For Howick & Eastern click here

Q     What if it’s bad weather?

A     For the past eight years it’s been blessed with good weather.  In the unlikely event of high winds preventing a marquee being erected the event is cancelled.