It’s only hours before one of Howick Village’s popular annual events roars into top gear.
The Star Insure Howick Village HOP 2025 is staged in Howick Village this Saturday, October 11, with Picton Street lined with gleaming, pride-and-joy motor vehicles of all varieties and ages.
Organisers, the Howick Village Association (HVA), is pleased to say it’s at “full capacity for display vehicles”.
“It’s exciting that over half the registered vehicles are new to our event this year.
“We hope you enjoy the fresh range of entertainment we’re providing, with Greg Vine MCing throughout the day.”
The impressive motor vehicles going on show will park up in Picton Street from 8am to 9am, and the specially orchestrated engines’ rev-up is at 11am for a minute.
“Our iconic Saturday markets will be in full swing with over 70 food vendors and arts and craft stalls in the market square,” says the HVA.
“Kenworth Smokey and the Bandit rig – the incredible Smokey and the Bandit rig will be joining us this year.
“Pop along Picton Street by Fencible Park to check out this amazing display. Charlie and Michelle will be there to answer any questions.
“Don’t forget to pop into the Information Centre in the market square to admire the array of Lego vehicles on display.”
The HVA says there’s an opportunity also to get one of 20 free buzz-cut haircuts – “first in, first served – look out for the signage”.
“Howick Village offers an amazing and eclectic array of eateries and cafes as well as over 100 owner-operated retail stores.
“Please take some time to wander the village and enjoy our hospitality. Fingers crossed for great weather.”
There’ll also be automotive-themed trade stands for Star Insure, Inchcape/KGM NZ Ltd, Mother’s Polishes, and MTF Finance Howick/Pakuranga throughout Picton Street during the event.
“Please visit these stands to have a chat with their friendly teams.”
The HVA says there’ll also be prizes for the most popular vehicles on display – Best in Show car, and the People’s Choice Award, and they’ll be announced from the stage at 1.10pm.
“Prizes for these awards are kindly donated by Mother’s Polishes.”
The HVA is appreciative to the event’s sponsors: Star Insure, Inchcape Automotive Repairs/KGM NZ Ltd, Matassa Property Services Ltd, Stewart Surveying, Motive Auto Restorers, MTF Finance Howick/Pakuranga, Mother’s Polishes, Howick Village Optometrists, and the Howick Local Board.
The HVA also thanks Coastguard Howick for its members being the display car marshalls.
