Auckland has confirmed it will host a homecoming celebration with Emirates Team New Zealand next Thursday, but there is no date for Tauranga's parade yet.
Downtown Tauranga spokeswoman Sally Cooke wants the council to advocate for a parade with the whole team - including local star Peter Burling - and the Auld Mug itself.
"Most cities will be vying for a parade and Tauranga should be putting its hand up to try and get the whole team here, and the Cup."
As soon as a date was confirmed, downtown retailers could be mobilised to create a festive and celebratory atmosphere to welcome the team, she said.
Mayor Greg Brownless said he would love to get the whole team and the Cup in Tauranga, but he would be happy enough with Burling and other Bay people in the wider team.