The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck is back, spreading holiday cheer across the UK, but with a slight miss for Sunderland this year. However, fans need not despair as the truck confirms a visit to the MetroCentre in Gateshead on Sunday, November 26, promising a day filled with festive activities and the chance to bask in the joyous atmosphere.
Key Points
- MetroCentre Welcomes the Coca-Cola Truck:
- While Sunderland misses out on the festive visit, the Coca-Cola Christmas Truck is set to spread holiday magic at the MetroCentre in Gateshead on Sunday, November 26. This stop provides an alternative for fans to experience the joyous atmosphere.
- Enchanting Festivities at MetroCentre:
- Visitors to the MetroCentre stop can enjoy a walk-in, snow-filled bauble, creating a winter wonderland experience. The Coca-Cola Christmas Choir adds to the festive ambiance, performing a delightful set of carols.
- New Interactive Experience: ‘Discover Your Inner Santa’ Quiz:
- A fresh addition to this year’s truck tour is the ‘Discover Your Inner Santa’ quiz, inspired by Coca-Cola’s heartwarming ‘The World Needs More Santas’ advert. This interactive quiz promises to engage visitors in a fun and festive manner.
- Community Impact with Neighbourly Partnership:
- Coca-Cola has partnered with Neighbourly for 2023, emphasizing support for good causes in communities across the UK. The tour encourages visitors to contribute to the Neighbourly Foundation, showcasing the company’s commitment to making a positive impact beyond the holiday season.
- Accessible Online Experience: ‘Find Your Inner Santa Quiz’:
- For those unable to attend the Truck Tour in person, the ‘Find Your Inner Santa Quiz’ is accessible online via the Coca-Cola app and on the product’s new Christmas packaging, available nationwide. This digital experience allows participants to be matched to a Santa archetype and share their joy on social media.
The Coca-Cola Christmas truck tour will be visiting the following cities in 2023:
- November 27:
- Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Lisburn, Northern Ireland
- November 28:
- Newry, Northern Ireland
- Dundalk, Ireland
- Drogheda, Ireland
- November 29:
- Dublin, Ireland
- Kilkenny, Ireland
- Waterford, Ireland
- November 30:
- Cork, Ireland
- Limerick, Ireland
- Ennis, Ireland
- December 1:
- Galway, Ireland
- Sligo, Ireland
- Derry, Northern Ireland
- December 2:
- Letterkenny, Ireland
- Strabane, Northern Ireland
- Omagh, Northern Ireland
- December 3:
- Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland
- Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland
- Bangor, Northern Ireland
- December 4:
- Larne, Northern Ireland
- Donaghadee, Northern Ireland
- Portadown, Northern Ireland
- December 5:
- Armagh, Northern Ireland
- Dungannon, Northern Ireland
- Enniskillen, Northern Ireland
- December 6:
- Coleraine, Northern Ireland
- Portrush, Northern Ireland
- Ballymena, Northern Ireland
- December 7:
- Antrim, Northern Ireland
- Ballyclare, Northern Ireland
- Lurgan, Northern Ireland
Please note that these are just the confirmed dates so far. The Coca-Cola Christmas truck tour may visit other cities in the UK and Ireland in the weeks leading up to Christmas.
| Date | City | Country | Location/Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 26 | Gateshead (MetroCentre) | United Kingdom | St. Michaels Way, NE11 9Y (11 am – 5 pm) |
| November 27 | Belfast | Northern Ireland | To be announced |
| Lisburn | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| November 28 | Newry | Northern Ireland | To be announced |
| Dundalk | Ireland | To be announced | |
| Drogheda | Ireland | To be announced | |
| November 29 | Dublin | Ireland | To be announced |
| Kilkenny | Ireland | To be announced | |
| Waterford | Ireland | To be announced | |
| November 30 | Cork | Ireland | To be announced |
| Limerick | Ireland | To be announced | |
| Ennis | Ireland | To be announced | |
| December 1 | Galway | Ireland | To be announced |
| Sligo | Ireland | To be announced | |
| Derry | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| December 2 | Letterkenny | Ireland | To be announced |
| Strabane | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| Omagh | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| December 3 | Newtownabbey | Northern Ireland | To be announced |
| Carrickfergus | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| Bangor | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| December 4 | Larne | Northern Ireland | To be announced |
| Donaghadee | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| Portadown | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| December 5 | Armagh | Northern Ireland | To be announced |
| Dungannon | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| Enniskillen | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| December 6 | Coleraine | Northern Ireland | To be announced |
| Portrush | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| Ballymena | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| December 7 | Antrim | Northern Ireland | To be announced |
| Ballyclare | Northern Ireland | To be announced | |
| Lurgan | Northern Ireland | To be announced |
No Stop in Sunderland, but MetroCentre Welcomes All
Unfortunately, Sunderland will miss the Coca-Cola Truck this year. However, the MetroCentre in Gateshead opens its doors to Christmas enthusiasts, offering a fantastic alternative for families and fans to experience the magic.
Snow-Filled Bauble and Christmas Choir
The MetroCentre stop promises enchanting activities, including a walk-in, snow-filled bauble that invites families to step into a winter wonderland. A Coca-Cola Christmas choir will add to the festive ambiance, performing a delightful set of carols.
Discover Your Inner Santa’ Quiz
Embrace the Christmas spirit with a new addition to the truck tour experience – the ‘Discover Your Inner Santa’ quiz. Inspired by Coca-Cola’s heartwarming ‘The World Needs More Santas’ advert, this quiz adds a touch of interactivity and fun to the festivities.
Community Partnership with Neighbourly
In 2023, Coca-Cola partnered with Neighbourly, emphasizing support for good causes in communities across the UK. Visitors can contribute to the Neighbourly Foundation by scanning a QR code, making a positive impact beyond the holiday season.
North Shields Community Garden
At the MetroCentre stop, visitors can donate to North Shields Community Garden, representing the North East for Neighbourly. The donations will assist in building a communal cooking space, benefiting volunteers with additional needs and at-risk students.
Find Your Inner Santa Quiz Online
For those unable to attend in person, the ‘Find Your Inner Santa Quiz’ is accessible via the Coca-Cola app and on the product’s new Christmas packaging, available nationwide. Participants can be matched to a Santa archetype and spread joy on social media.
Net Worth and Broadcasting Success
Coca-Cola’s Christmas Truck Tour is not just about festivities. As of 2019, the estimated net worth of the company adds to the success of the holiday tradition. Additionally, Coca-Cola’s broadcasting success, including TV ads like ‘Holidays Are Coming,’ continues to be a hallmark of the season.
Future Festive Prizes
The on-pack promotion during the tour offers numerous chances to win festive prizes, including trips to Lapland, unforgettable experiences, and exclusive Coca-Cola goodies.
Coca-Cola’s Commitment to Kindness
Florence Wheatley, Brand Manager at Coca-Cola Company, Great Britain, emphasizes the company’s commitment to spreading kindness and making a positive impact locally during the holiday season.
Stay Updated for the Merry Journey
As the Coca-Cola Truck Tour embarks on its merry journey across the nation, stay tuned for the schedule, which will be unveiled over the coming weeks at @CocaColaGBI on Instagram. Get ready for a sleigh full of fun and festive memories!
This latest news on the Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2023 promises not only seasonal joy but also community support, making it a magical experience for all.
FAQs
- Q: Is the Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour coming to Sunderland?
- A: Unfortunately, this year the Coca-Cola Truck is bypassing Sunderland. However, it will be making a stop at the MetroCentre in Gateshead on November 26th.
- Q: What festive activities can visitors expect at the MetroCentre stop?
- A: Visitors at the MetroCentre can enjoy a walk-in, snow-filled bauble, a Coca-Cola Christmas Choir performance, and engage in the new ‘Discover Your Inner Santa’ quiz for an interactive and joyful experience.
- Q: How can I contribute to good causes during the Coca-Cola Truck Tour?
- A: Coca-Cola has partnered with Neighbourly in 2023. Visitors can scan a QR code at the Truck Tour to contribute to the Neighbourly Foundation, supporting local causes and making a positive impact beyond the holiday season.
- Q: Is there an online experience for those unable to attend the Truck Tour in person?
- A: Yes, the ‘Find Your Inner Santa Quiz’ is accessible online via the Coca-Cola app and on the product’s new Christmas packaging. Participants can be matched to a Santa archetype and share their joy on social media.
- Q: Are there additional cities the Coca-Cola Truck Tour will visit in the lead-up to Christmas?
- A: Yes, the provided schedule includes confirmed dates up to December 7th. However, the tour may visit other cities in the UK and Ireland in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Stay updated on @CocaColaGBI on Instagram for the complete schedule.
