(Minghui.org) Practitioners in New Zealand participated in four Christmas parades—in suburban Auckland, Morrinsville, Kapiti Coast, and Upper Hutt of Wellington—between December 10 and 14, 2025.

Between November and December, Falun Dafa practitioners have participated in 20 Christmas parades altogether. Many spectators said they were impressed by their traditional costumes and lively music. People thanked them for their contribution to the community and complimented them on the principles of Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance.

The Tian Guo Marching Band, dragon dance, and waist drum team in the Santa Parade in Papatoetoe near Auckland on December 10

The Tian Guo March Band and practitioners’ float in the Kapiti Coast Christmas Parade on December 13

The waist drum team performed in Morrinsville on December 13.

The Santa Parade in Upper Hutt of Wellington on December 14

People enjoyed the Falun Dafa practitioners’ performances.

Member of Parliament: Bringing Values to the Community

Member of Parliament Tim Costley

In Kapiti Coast, a float featuring Tim Costley MP preceded the Falun Dafa practitioners’ contingent. He liked the Tian Guo Marching Band’s blue uniforms and said he was glad to see Falun Dafa practitioners in the parade.

He said he thought the Tian Guo Marching Band’s was “spectacular” and appreciated practitioners’ colorful float, making the whole event more enjoyable. He also mentioned how important he thought the values of Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance are for everyone.

He emphasized that our communities need hard working people who care about each other and assume responsibility for a better society. These are highly consistent with Falun Dafa’s values, which is why he thanked practitioners for their efforts and dedication to the community.

City Councilor: Benefiting the Community

Auckland City Council member Lotu Fuli

City councilor member Lotu Fuli said she’s seen Falun Dafa practitioners in different Christmas parades and thought the Tian Guo Marching Band and dragon dance team were outstanding.

She was especially amazed by the diversity of practitioners in the parade, from young to old and of different ethnicities. She commented that the principles of Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance are much needed in today's world filled with conflict and that we should care about and help each other.

Peaceful Energy

Linda Olesen

Linda Olesen, who works at a library in Upper Hutt, said the Tian Guo Marching Band made it a memorable event. She and her friends wanted to dance with the music.

In addition to the vitality and festive atmosphere the Tian Guo Marching Band gave the event, Olesen said she was amazed by the band members’ costumes. “The traditional style is beautiful and elegant,” she said.

Olesen said she meditates, and she felt practitioners’ peaceful energy. When she saw the “Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance” banner, she commented on how important these values are.

She thanked practitioners for the great music, magnificent float, and positive message. She looked forward to more activities like this and said she would like to learn how to practice Falun Dafa.

Improving Mind and Body

Nick

Nick, a healthcare worker with the Wellington Free Ambulance, said the practitioners’ well-designed float and the Tian Guo March Band’s uniforms and performances were spectacular.

“Seeing such a band in a parade is truly wonderful,” he said. He also noted that the principles of Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance are “universal” and “important to improve mind and body.”

Guidance for the Younger Generation

Dylan and his children

Dylan, who works in construction, saw the parade with his children. All of them were very happy to see Falun Dafa practitioners and said the performances were excellent.

When he said he taught his children the importance of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance, his daughter Asma nodded in agreement. Dylan said he and his family would look into practicing Falun Dafa.

Ruth Russell

Ruth Russell, a gardener, said she liked everything about the Tian Guo Marching Band, from the music to their costumes to how they kept in step.

She said that Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance are very meaningful for all generations and that if more people followed these values, the world would be a better place.

She thought that meditating would improve people’s physical and mental health and enjoyed meeting practitioners and learning more about Falun Dafa.