A free public screening of the second and third test matches of the DHL New Zealand Lions Series 2017 will be held at the family-friendly fanzone on the Tauranga waterfront Saturday, July 1 and 8.

The live broadcast on the big screen will begin at 6.30pm, with the test matches kicking off at 7.35pm.

Some drinks and snacks from George Café on the waterfront will be available for purchase and CBD restaurants and bars will be open. It is an alcohol-free zone and spectators are welcome to bring their own picnic. Access to the fanzone will be free.

Bring the whole family, dress up in your team colours, mix with fellow rugby fans and share the thrill of the series at our beautiful waterfront. Don't forget to bring a blanket, a chair and wrap yourself up warmly for an exciting night of rugby.

Tauranga's city centre, including the waterfront, is a 24/7 alcohol-free and glass-free zone.

Elizabeth and Spring Street parking building will be open 24/7 and free on Saturdays. Visitors can also park all day free on off-street car parks and free from 1pm in on-street car parks.

As the event is weather dependent, please check the MyTauranga Facebook www.facebook.com/heytauranga for updates.