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Auckland Night Market
2025-08-29 17:00 - 23:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Hamilton Night Market, 306 Barton Street,, Hamilton Central, Hamilton, 3204, New Zealand
Auckland Night Markets are now in seven different locations across Auckland, along with two markets in Hamilton. Starting in Pakuranga in 2010, the Night Markets have steadily expanded and become a regular event.

The First XV Collection - Now on permanent display at the All Blacks Experience
2025-09-19 10:00 - 2025-12-31 16:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | All Blacks Experience, Level 4, 88 Federal Street, Sky City Precinct, Auckland CBD, New Zealand
Step into the legacy of New Zealand rugby through the First XV Jersey Collection – a powerful tribute to the players, moments, and stories that shaped our national identity.
This extraordinary collection features 15 iconic jerseys from over a century of New Zealand Rugby history – each one representing a defining moment in the black jersey’s journey. From the 1905 Originals to the 2015 World Cup champions, these jerseys tell stories of triumph, resilience, and cultural pride.
Free to view at The All Blacks Experience, SkyCity Precinct, Auckland

Bad Guys Breakout at the Sky Tower
2025-09-20 - 2025-10-05 | Sky Tower, Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Join the Bad Guys crew and break into a school holiday adventure at the Sky Tower!
This September, the Bad Guys are striking the cinemas once again! To celebrate, the gang is teaming up with the Sky Tower to challenge kids with exciting missions that will test if they’ve got what it takes to join Team Bad. All the fun happening with breathtaking views of Auckland below!
Elevate family fun at the Sky Tower, where everyone can enjoy Bad Guys 2 missions and epic challenges!
Daily, from 9.30am
*Sky Tower admission fees apply. Bad Guys 2 will not be screened at the Sky Tower.

Spring Holiday Fun
2025-09-20 - 2025-10-05 | Butterfly Creek, 10 Tom Pearce drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland, 2022, New Zealand
Looking for an unforgettable family day out these school holidays?
Celebrate the arrival of Spring with an adventure at Butterfly Creek! Spring is the perfect time to get out and explore, and our park is full of exciting experiences for the whole family. Say hello to the newest arrivals in Buttermilk Farm — from cheeky baby goats to fluffy lambs and curious calves, they’re eager to make new friends.
Check out our hatching eggs display and enjoy the magic of chicks breaking free from their shells, and the gorgeous fluffy new arrivals.
Wander through the tropical butterfly house and be surrounded by butterflies as they flutter and fly around you.
With so many amazing animals, interactive encounters, and playgrounds for kids to play and explore, Butterfly Creek is the ultimate spring destination. Make the most of the school holidays and plan your family day out today.
Find out more: https://www.butterflycreek.co.nz/schoolholidays

The Imaginarium
2025-09-20 | Aotea Centre | Aotea – Te Pokapū, 50 Mayoral Drive,, Aotea Square, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Step inside a world where ideas aren’t just for thinking – they’re for living, breathing, dancing, and making. The Imaginarium is a one-day creative explosion for tamariki and rangatahi to explore, create, and play in a vibrant celebration of the senses.
Explore our sensory discovery space, a whimsical world filled with textures, sounds, lights, and scents designed to awaken your senses and transport you into the heart of a creative wonderland. Enter our sensory storytelling sessions, where tales unfold not just through words, but through touch, taste, sound, and movement – inviting every participant to become part of the story.
Take part in accessible music making workshops that bring imaginative soundscapes to life, or join an exploratory dance session, where every movement expresses the creativity inside you. Our visual arts workshops invite you to bring your inner world to life through colour, collage, and self-expression.
Whether you’re leaping through clouds, painting possibilities, or dancing with ideas, The Imaginarium is a place where fantasy and reality blur – and anything is possible.
Open to all, this is a playful and welcoming day for Disabled and non-disabled young people alike. Our experienced team of artists and support crew will guide you through a series of hands-on, inclusive workshops that celebrate individuality, imagination, and joy.
Bring your ideas – we’ll help you build them.

About Glass Ceiling Arts Collective
Glass Ceiling Arts Collective is an Arts charity; it’s a community who believe that young people with disabilities should not be defined by their disability but, rather, they should be afforded the opportunity to enjoy the performing arts alongside their nondisabled peers. The benefits for the young person with a disability are untold. Similarly, the benefits for young people without disabilities, and indeed the whole of society, are untold too.

School Holiday Fun | Heritage Festival
2025-09-20 10:00 - 2025-10-05 16:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Howick Historical Village, 75 Bells Road, Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga, Auckland, New Zealand
Test your skills, roll the dice and spin the wheel! Inspired by the 2025 Heritage Festival theme ‘Auckland at Play’, experience classic games, fun pastimes and old-fashioned entertainment such as marionette and stick puppet theatre.
Step back in time in hands-on demos and activities with costumed guides. Explore the historic buildings and heritage gardens and make a day of it!
Tuesday 23 and 30 September 10.30am-12.30pm – Cyanotype Printing
Wednesdays and Saturdays 10am-2pm – Pastimes & Parlour Games
Wednesdays 11am – Bread making
Thursdays 11am – Butter making
Fridays 11am – Puppet show & Puppet making workshop
Weekends 11am – Butter making
Sunday 28 September & Sunday 5 October 1:30pm – Puppet show & Puppet making workshop

Admission: adult $16, senior/student $14, child $8, child under 5 free.
Additional charges apply for some events. See the full listings for details.
Open Tues-Sun 10am-4pm. Last admission at 3pm.   No booking required.

Magical Mascots - Free September School Activity
2025-09-20 10:00 - 2025-10-05 17:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Torpedo Bay Navy Museum, 64 King Edward Parade Torpedo Bay,, Devonport, Auckland, 0624, New Zealand
This September School Holiday we’re all about mascots. Come and hunt the museum’s mascot Torpedo Ted who is hiding in the galleries. Find all the bears and go in the draw to win your very own Torpedo Ted!
Then, head along to our learning space Tūhura and invent your own magical mascot to draw and add to our display.
When: Saturday 20th September – Sunday 5th October
10am – 5pm daily
Cost: FREE
Suitable for children aged 3+
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Holiday groups must book please email: info@navymuseum.co.nz

International Hobbit™ Day 2025
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-23 | The Shire’s Rest Cafe, 501 Buckland Road,, Matamata, Auckland, 3472, New Zealand
Celebrate International Hobbit Day at the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set with a magical event honouring the birthday of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins. Enjoy a festive evening of themed entertainment, food, and adventure in the heart of Middle-earth.

Boutique OSCAR Holiday Programme in Auckland
2025-09-22 09:00 - 2025-10-03 18:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Thrillzone, Level 1, 28 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, Auckland, 0622, New Zealand
Looking for something special these school holidays? At Thrillzone Auckland, our OSCAR-approved Holiday Programme offers a boutique experience with small groups, ensuring every child (ages 7–13) gets the attention and fun they deserve.
From thrilling activities and escape adventures to creative team challenges, it’s the ultimate mix of learning, laughter, and action! With full-day and half-day options available, spaces fill fast.
Book now to secure your child’s spot in our boutique holiday programme!

September School Holidays | Ocean Odyssey: Cruising the Pacific
2025-09-22 10:00 - 2025-10-03 14:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | NZ Maritime Museum, Corner of Quay and Hobson Street,, Auckland, 1140, New Zealand
All aboard for a school holiday adventure at the New Zealand Maritime Maritime Museum! Step back in time and explore the Pacific through fun, hands-on activities.
Craft a colourful garland lei, plot your course across Pacific islands, hunt for souvenirs, and discover the world of old-school cruise ship fun, right here on shore.
Perfect for ages 5–10.

Night at Auckland Museum Superstars
2025-09-24 18:30 - 2025-10-02 21:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Auckland Museum, Auckland Domain, Parnell, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
WED 24 SEP (PUBLIC DRESS REHEARSAL)
THU 25, FRI 26, SAT 27, MON 29 SEP
WED 1, THU 2 OCT
6.30PM – 9PM, DOORS OPEN 5.30PM
EARLY BIRD TICKETS (UNTIL 23 SEP) $35
GENERAL TICKETS $40, DOOR SALES $45
DRESS REHEARSAL TICKETS $25
MEMBERS RECEIVE 10% DISCOUNT
Recommended age is 6-12. Ages 3 years and under are free.
Do your young ones dream of lighting up the stage or screen, leading a team to victory, or making a world-changing discovery? At Night at Auckland Museum: Superstars, they’ll discover what it takes to become a true living legend. This special family event transforms the Museum into an interactive hall of fame after dark, where your tamariki can explore the galleries, meet a dazzling cast of characters, and uncover their secrets.
Please bring a torch as they are not provided.

Paper Planet
2025-09-25 - 2025-09-28 | Aotea Centre, 50 Mayoral Drive, Auckland Central, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Paper Planet is child-led, deeply involving and highly sensory, and sure to delight the whole family.
Paper Planet is a universally accessible experience that families find inspiring and utterly captivating. Children and families are invited into a forest of tall cardboard trees and after exploring the space, they add to this strange and delicate planet using only paper, tape and their imaginations. Theatre and play merge in this magical place, as creatures, plants, costumes, characters, stories and adventures spring to life.
Paper Planet grows as more families visit, and every session is truly unique as imaginations go wild. Children choose how they interact with the performers and with other children; some children find themselves absorbed in quiet making, and others prefer to play and explore.

Paper Planet
2025-09-25 10:00 - 2025-09-28 15:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Aotea Centre | Aotea – Te Pokapū, 50 Mayoral Drive,, Aotea Square, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Paper Planet is child-led, deeply involving and highly sensory, and sure to delight the whole family.
Paper Planet is a universally accessible experience that families find inspiring and utterly captivating. Children and families are invited into a forest of tall cardboard trees and after exploring the space, they add to this strange and delicate planet using only paper, tape and their imaginations. Theatre and play merge in this magical place, as creatures, plants, costumes, characters, stories and adventures spring to life.
Paper Planet grows as more families visit, and every session is truly unique as imaginations go wild. Children choose how they interact with the performers and with other children; some children find themselves absorbed in quiet making, and others prefer to play and explore.
About Polyglot Theatre
Polyglot Theatre is a world-renowned contemporary theatre company based in Melbourne/Naarm making exceptional arts experiences for children and families. Their unique brand of theatre encompasses a wide variety of forms and is shared with audiences everywhere, from the world’s most prestigious stages to the football grounds of regional Australia.
Their artistic and philosophical approach to child-centred practice has earned them a strong reputation at home and abroad as a leader in the theatre for young audiences (TYA) sector, celebrated for creating distinctive, participatory and inclusive works that are playful and conceptually rigorous. Access and inclusion are prioritised in everything they do, and they advocate for the right of all children to experience growth and resilience through creative play.
Their vision is a world where all children are empowered: artistically, socially and culturally.

This tour has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body. Polyglot Theatre is also supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria.

Chocolate and Coffee Festival 2025
2025-09-27 - 2025-09-28 | Viaduct Events Centre, 171 Halsey Street,, Auckland Central, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
New Zealand’s ultimate celebration of chocolate, coffee, and all things delicious returns to the Viaduct Events Centre!
Enjoy two indulgent days with over 60 top artisan exhibitors, featuring everything from handcrafted chocolate to specialty coffee and gourmet treats.
Whether you’re a foodie, a coffee lover, or just after a fun day out, this festival is packed with samples, show specials, and tasty discoveries.
Come sip, snack, and savour the best of New Zealand’s craft scene in one flavour-filled event!

Looking Up!
2025-09-27 16:30 - 17:20 (Pacific/Auckland) | Stardome Observatory & Planetarium, 670 Manukau Road, Epsom, Auckland, 1345, New Zealand
Kids shouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to see the stars above Auckland simply because their bedtime is too early! Ignite a wonder of the night sky in your young ones with this indoor live planetarium tour of the planets, stars and constellations visible above Auckland on the day of your visit.
This is the children’s version of Stardome’s popular Our Sky Tonight show, and is suitable for age 5+.
Bookings essential. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for shows. Late entry into the planetarium is not possible once the show has started.
Price

Child $12.00; Adult $15; Student $13.00, Senior $13.00, Family (2 adult and 3 children) $50.00

The Bubble Spectacular
2025-09-29 | Aotea Centre, 50 Mayoral Drive, Auckland Central, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
The Bubble Spectacular – Starring Dr Hubble’s Bubbles!
Enter the bubbly-brilliant world of Dr Hubble, as he presents The Bubble Spectacular – a fun-filled, out of this world, bubble-riffic show!
Expect to be amazed as the ultimate master of bubbles, Dr Hubble, creates little bubbles, BIG bubbles, volcano bubbles, tornado bubbles, square bubbles and with a bit of his bubbly-magic, you might even end up inside a bubble!
This poppin’ bubble party, filled with laughter, audience participation and even a little burst of fiery bubbles, kids and their grown-ups will be left awe-struck as bubbles fly around the auditorium and take forms you’ve never seen before!
All of this and of course, the world’s BIGGEST bubble party! Get ready to pop, bounce, and boogie in a bubbly blast of fun!
The Bubble Spectacular is coming to Australia & New Zealand these school holidays!
Catch it, before it floats away! It’s unbubb-levable!
Book your tickets now and get ready for the ultimate bubble spectacular!

The Bubble Spectacular
2025-09-29 11:00 - 12:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre, Aotea Centre, 50 Mayoral Drive, Auckland Central, 1010, New Zealand

Checkmate
2025-10-01 08:00 - 23:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Aotea Square, 291-297 Queen Street,, Auckland CBD, Auckland
Be part of a gigantic chessboard in Aotea Square!
Ready to level up your school holidays? Gather your friends, whānau and fellow grandmasters to experience the FREE immersive installation Checkmate – a giant-sized chess set featuring 14 towering pieces, part of this year’s We The Young children’s festival.
Checkmate is an engaging and interactive experience that brings people of all ages together to immerse themselves into this large scale chess board. Located in Aotea Square, this fun installation invites families, friends, and visitors to come together, play, discover and create another memorable moment in the heart of the city.
The installation will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days, but the best time to view it is 8am – 11pm.
Story behind Checkmate
Like an intricate dance of ‘mini sculptures’, each chess piece embodies its own rules and movements, inviting players into a poetic interplay of intellect and concentration. By transforming this iconic symbol into a monumental spectacle, the public is invited to undertake a wondrous and expansive journey of extraordinary proportions.
Each chess piece draws inspiration from the 20th Century Bauhaus movement, a pivotal era where art and design converged, shaping modern aesthetics. This artwork reverently pays homage to Bauhaus’s historical impact, celebrating its fusion of creativity and functionality.

Te Moana Glow Show 2025
2025-10-01 10:00 - 10:45 (Pacific/Auckland) | Whoa! Studios, 8/14 Henderson Valley Road,, Henderson, Auckland, 0612, New Zealand
Te Moana Glow Show, a stunning glow-in-the-dark theatre experience, is showing exclusively at Kōmanawa Theatre, part of the Te Puna Creative Hub (formerly know as Whoa Studios) in Henderson.
Bring your tamariki, whānau, and friends for this epic storytelling experience, loved by kids all around Aotearoa and reimagined since its last outing in 2020.
Set beneath the waves of takutai moana and the mighty Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa, this uplifting story follows Kina, a loveable sea urchin who has lost her memory and her way.
As Kina journeys through the Pacific, she meets a hilarious and curious crew of glowing sea creatures – including dancing crabs, beautiful manta rays, jiving clams, and the grand Pacific Queen – all brought to life by more than 40 extraordinary, handcrafted puppets.
Guided by the wisdom of the ocean Kina embarks on a journey of self-discovery to find her family, her true identity, and her inner strength. With the help of a kindly octopus and a little moana magic, she is reimagined as a radiant pearl.
He waka eke noa /we are all in this together is the guiding whakataukī of the show, with heartfelt themes of resilience, kindness, and the beauty within.
Two shows each day: 10:00 am to 10:45am and 11:30am to 12:45pm.

BOOKARAMA 2025
2025-10-02 09:00 - 18:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Howick College, 25 Sandspit Road,, Howick, Auckland, 2014, New Zealand
BOOKARAMA returns this October school holidays with five days of books galore at the Howick College Gymnasium. From Wednesday to Sunday you can browse thousands of quality second-hand books at bargain prices – a family favourite event not to be missed.
Dates: Wednesday to Sunday, second week of the October school holidays
Opening Hours:

Thursday, Friday, Saturday – 9:00am to 6:00pm (FREE admission)

Sunday – 9:00am to 3:00pm (FREE admission)

Wednesday Early Bird – Online registration required, $40 donation for priority entry (Paid admission)

Parking available down the driveway to the left of the main entrance
Bring the kids along to Auckland’s largest Charity Bookfair to stock up on holiday reads, find hidden treasures, and support a great community event.

Auckland Central City Library Diwali Events
2025-10-08 - 2025-10-24 | Auckland Central City Library, 44/46 Lorne Street,, Auckland Central,, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Take a small break from the colourful and energetic celebration and visit the Central City Library. The library has a dedicated parent’s room, ice cold water running from the water fountain and lockable charging stations for your phones so you can continue taking photos and videos of the Diwali Festival.
Be inspired by the specially curated book display and expand your knowledge with short documentaries on the big screen. Their librarians will also be delivering a special Diwali Storytime and a Nokshi Katha Workshop. See more events below.

Monty Mornings with LEGO® DUPLO® bricks | Westfield St Lukes
2025-10-08 09:30 - 12:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Westfield St Lukes, 80 St Lukes Road,, Auckland, 1025, New Zealand
Grab a free coffee* and catch up with your parent friends, while Monty the Monkey entertains your under fives with colouring, crafts and stories. It’s the best way to have coffee group without the mess!
Plus your kids can play with thousands of LEGO® DUPLO® bricks each time, creating and connecting anything their imagination can think of.
Monty Morning is on the second and last Wednesday of the month from 09:30AM – 12PM on level 2, near Starbucks at Westfield St Lukes
*Offer is for participating parents or guardians who are Westfield Members attending Monty Mornings with children.

Monster Truck Mayhem Messy Play
2025-10-10 10:30 - 11:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Te Pae o Kura, 126 Awaroa Road,, Sunnyvale, Auckland, 0612, New Zealand
Rev up your engines and get ready to smash, crash and splatter! Little Drivers can zoom through muddy tracks, crush pretend cars, and create their own monster truck mayhem!
Expect plenty of dirt, foam, and colourful chaos — perfect for your mini monster truck fans to dig, dump, and demolish to their heart’s content.
All Ages, All Abilities, All Welcome.
Note:
– Please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting messy.
– Wipes, hand wash station and towels for drying will be supplied.
– Photos may be taken during the session, please let the organiser know if you do not want your tamariki’s photo taken or if you would like their faces covered if posted on social media.

BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival
2025-10-11 12:00 - 2025-10-12 21:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Aotea Square, 291-297 Queen Street,, Auckland CBD, Auckland
The BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival is New Zealand’s premier Indian cultural festival. It’s a free, family-friendly event held every year.
The BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival, known as ‘The Festival of Lights’, draws over 65,000 attendees.
Since its inception in 2002, the festival has been a vibrant showcase, featuring traditional and contemporary music, dance, and stalls offering Indian delicacies and crafts.
Join us celebrating Diwali in Auckland with great food, captivating performances, an epic fireworks display and so much more!
A free, family-friendly event by BNZ & Tātaki Auckland Unlimited.

Festival of Frights 2025
2025-10-25 16:00 - 20:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Howick Historical Village, 75 Bells Road, Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga, Auckland, New Zealand
Howick Historical Village’s Festival of Frights is back, and bigger than ever!
Three spooktacular events will run from the 25th- 31st October 2025!
Our annual fright night, a family friendly evening of trick-or-treating & an after dark ghost tour.
Check out the events below for more information & to book tickets.

Free Halloween fun: Bunnings’ spooktacular Family Night returns
2025-10-30 17:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Multiple Venues, New Zealand
This Halloween, Bunnings is inviting families across New Zealand to enjoy a safe, inclusive and delightfully spooky evening at their local Bunnings. On Thursday 30 October from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, stores nationwide will come alive with free Halloween festivities, including DIY workshops, face-painting and tasty treats.
Kids DIY areas across New Zealand will come alive with decorations from Bunnings’ Halloween range, creating a festive atmosphere for kids and parents to enjoy. Children can dive into Halloween-inspired crafts like making Jack ‘o’ lanterns or decorating masks and keyrings, face-painting and themed games. Bunnings team members will be dressed to impress in playful Halloween costumes, and plenty of food will keep everyone energised throughout the evening.
With the growing popularity of Halloween in Aotearoa, Bunnings is proud to offer a welcoming space for parents and kids to celebrate together.
“Bunnings has always been about community, and our Halloween Family Night is a great way to bring people together in a fun, safe environment,” says Melissa Haines, Bunnings NZ General Manager.
The Halloween Family Night has seen remarkable year-on-year growth, starting with 1,100 attendees across 8 stores in 2023, surpassing over 4,850 attendees across 41 stores in 2024.
This year, with all stores participating, Bunnings is set to make Halloween bigger and better than ever.

To book your spot at the Bunnings Family Night Halloween Event visit In-Store D.I.Y. Workshops – Bunnings New Zealand
For more information including store transformations, workshops and Halloween merchandise visit Bunnings Halloween

Epsom flood ready treasure hunt - family welcome!
2025-11-01 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Epsom Library, 195 Manukau Road,, Epsom, Auckland, 1023, New Zealand
Start from Epsom Library, explore the surroundings and come back to Epsom Library
Ever wondered what’s happening beneath your feet when it rains?
Bring your tamariki (children) on a fun and educational treasure hunt around Epsom to discover the secret journey of water, learn about flooding, and how we can all help protect our communities!
You will become Flood Explorers — equipped with maps and clues to uncover hidden “treasures” and unlock the mystery of our waterways.
Along the way, we’ll visit local landmarks, learn about underground streams and stormwater, and finish with hands-on activities and refreshments back at the library.
✅ Suitable for families with children or those young at heart
✅ Free to attend, with goodie bags for participants
✅ Presented in English, with support available in Mandarin
Join us for a morning of discovery, learning, and action — and become kaitiaki (guardians) of our environment!
Limited spots to 10 families ONLY — Register now to secure your place.
This event is a part of the Auckland Council’s Making Space for Water.
Perfect for families with kids, this event leads tamariki on a fun walking route near Epsom Library, with interactive stops to uncover water-related “treasures” and solve clues.
Along the way, participants will learn:
How water flows through our streets and parks
How to stay safe in heavy rain
What to do when paths are flooded
How to get prepared at home
The adventure ends back at the library with hands-on activities, flood safety tips, and refreshments.
Coming to the event, please consider:
Check the weather forecast and wear appropriate gear.
By registering for the event, you acknowledge that you are physically fit for outdoor work for 1.5 hours.
If you have allergies or medical conditions, carry any necessary medication and you should also inform the event lead if required
Practice good hygiene and stay home if you’re sick.
Children Under 16 – We welcome younger participants; please ensure they are accompanied by an adult for safety.
In case of extreme weather conditions, you will be notified of the cancellation.

N0ughty Boxes
2025-11-01 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Kell Park, Albany, Auckland, 0632, New Zealand
Welcome to the magical world of N0ughty Wasters Makerspace, where we inspire zero waste practices through the power of play!
N0ughty Wasters is hitting the road and coming up to beautiful Kell Park in Albany, bringing a large assortment of cardboard boxes and some interesting tools for you to create with!
After you make your amazing cardboard creations, all of the cardboard will be recycled, helping us achieve our goals of wasting NOUGHT a single thing!
So if you love building things and using tools, come and explore with us!
Not a drop off session, children must attend with caregiver.
Book 1 ticket per family group.
Big thanks to Upper Harbour Local Board for funding this event!

Carnival Day
2025-11-01 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Pakuranga Library, 7 Aylesbury Street, ,, Pakuranga, Auckland, 2010, New Zealand
Carnival Day – Celebrating cultures.
With mini Christmas market (cash only).
Cultural performances, carving, and more…lots of fun for all ages.

Halloween Weekend at Butterfly Creek 2025
2025-11-01 10:00 - 2025-11-02 14:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Butterfly Creek, 10 Tom Pearce drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland, 2022, New Zealand
Get ready for a spooktacular (but not too scary!) Halloween weekend at Butterfly Creek. Dress up in your favourite costume and come along for a fun day out at Auckland’s favourite family attraction! Keep an eye out for our walking dino and our Halloween entertainers, who’ll be handing out treats throughout the weekend.

The fun happens on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd November 2025, with plenty for the whole family to enjoy. Kids can get into character with free face painting from 10am–2pm each day, then join in our giant pumpkin hunt for the chance to win one of two fantastic Halloween prize packs.

And some of our animals will be joining in the spooky spirit with Halloween-themed public animal encounters across the weekend, so be sure to come and join the fun!
