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MEGA MINION MISSION at the Sky Tower
2024-07-06 - 2024-07-21 | Sky Tower, Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Attention all anti-villain agents! Gru and the Minions are back at the Sky Tower for more despicable Minion madness.
Despicable Me 4 is now in the cinemas, so celebrate the return of the Minions with a fun-filled mission up at the Sky Tower, surrounded by a 360° view of Tāmaki Makaurau.
Mega Minions are scattered around Level 51 of the Tower. Scan the QR code on each Minion spotted and you’ll get a quest or quiz for your next Mega Minion in mischief to find. Accomplish the whole mission to be in to win a MEGA MINION Prize Pack!
Be sure to pick up a Minions-themed balloon up at the Observation Deck available daily 11am – 2pm, and finish up with a joyful jump at the bouncy castle at ground floor!
Plus, get an ALL-DAY (8am-8pm) $12 PARKING at SkyCity when you visit the Sky Tower during these school holidays.
Join us at the Sky Tower for a day filled with adventure and excitement!
Happy holidays from the Sky Tower whānau
Mā te wā

JULY HOLIDAY FUN AT BUTTERFLY CREEK
2024-07-06 10:00 - 2024-07-21 15:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Butterfly Creek, 10 Tom Pearce drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland, 2022, New Zealand
Join us this school holidays for a wild, exciting adventure you’ll never forget! 🌟
🎉 Meet the Newest Animals and Explore the Exhibits:

Lace Monitors: One of the largest lizards in the world – a must-see!
NEW Adventure Playground: Climb, jump, and balance through a super fun course made just for kids!

Holiday Entertainment Schedule:

Mon to Thu: 10am – 2pm | Arts & Crafts in the Boneyard Room 🎨
Fri: 10am – 2pm | Face Painting in the Boneyard Room 🎨
Fri to Sun: 10am – 2pm | Entertainers in Dinosaur Kingdom 🎭
Daily: 10am – 3pm | Animal Encounters 🐾

🎈 Family Fun for Everyone:

Marvel at the giant salt-water crocodiles, Scar and Goldie 🐊
Make furry friends at Buttermilk Farm 🐐
Laugh at the playful antics of monkeys, otters, and meerkats 🐒🦦
Keep an eye out for the shy Kiwis in our Kiwi Forest 🥝

Butterfly Creek has something amazing for every member of the family! Come and visit now!

Create your own fantasy family crest
2024-07-06 11:00 - 2024-07-21 16:30 | Wētā Workshop Unleashed, Level 5, 88 Federal Street,, Auckland, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Welcome, young adventurer! Your quest this school holidays is to create your own fantasy family crest – a magical symbol of your heroic tales.
Take a tour then head to our creative space where young hands will be inspired to create their own fantastical family crest.
Each family has a unique story to tell – perhaps a majestic unicorn, a shimmering dragon or a galactic alien will help bring your family crest to life. And don’t forget a family motto!
Children of all ages are invited to unleash their creative lunacy and design, craft and colour with the help of our expert crew.
Have fun young heralds and happy crest-making!
Come check out our cool creative station at Unleashed, open every day during the school holidays.

Create & sculpt these school holidays!
2024-07-07 09:30 - 2024-07-21 12:00 | 129 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington, 129 Park Road,, Miramar, Wellington, New Zealand
Learn the magic of sculpting and worldbuilding as you bring your own 3D character to life with modelling tinfoil and plasticine.
Creative Crew: Create & Sculpt a Character Workshop
Suitable for 7 to 12 years
Calling all budding creators and makers! Design and sculpt your own original characters from fictional worlds — just like we do for the big screen.
Our expert crew will lead you through this hands-on workshop where you’ll learn all about the process of creating your own character from scratch — from your imagination all the way to a three-dimensional model to take home.
We’re on hand to help get your creative juices flowing as you share ideas, learn how to build worlds, then sketch and colour, finally bringing your ideas to life using sculpting tools and techniques. Then take home your own creation — your character is now ready to embark on their own fantastical adventures!
Dates available during the July school holidays.
Caregiver supervision required for anyone 12 years and under (caregiver free of charge).
Book now

Where To Go

Our workshops are held at 129 Park Road, Miramar.
Please arrive 10 minutes before your workshop starts.
Parking spaces are limited so please allow enough time to find a carpark.

Additional Info

Please notify us if you have sensitive skin or known allergies. For more on the products we use, contact us at bookings@wetaworkshop.co.nz
Our tours & workshops frequently sell out, particularly during peak season (Oct-Apr). We strongly recommend booking online in advance.
Photography is strictly prohibited whilst in our tour spaces.
There is no luggage storage in the Wētā Cave or within our tour spaces.
Wētā Workshop Tours is proud to hold a Silver Award from Be Accessible

For our cancellation policy and terms and conditions please see here.

BADJELLY THE WITCH GLOW SHOW
2024-07-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Turner Centre, 43 Cobham Road, Kerikeri, Auckland, New Zealand
Badjelly the Witch, the much-loved, utterly loony Spike Milligan classic, is this year’s Glow Show! Nearly 100,000 Kiwi kids, parents and educators have seen a Glow Show; come and join the fun with the frolicking, witchy-poo, super-fun Badjelly the Witch! The brilliantly nonsensical tale is being entirely reimagined with the unique Glow Show treatment. The Glow Show’s utterly original mash-up of science, puppetry and music is a glorious experience for children and this year it will be a wonderfully nostalgic event for adults. The goofiness of Bare Bottom Land, the giggle-inducing catch-cries like “Stinky poo to all of you!”, and the larger than life characters of Badjelly are set to bring a little fright and lots of fun to more than 30 venues across Aotearoa from July 5. Don’t miss out!

Fantastic NEW Exhibits at Butterfly Creek these holidays!
2024-07-11 09:30 - 2024-07-21 17:00 | Butterfly Creek, 10 Tom Pearce drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland, 2022, New Zealand
Join us at Butterfly Creek this school holidays for an unforgettable adventure! Discover our fascinating new animals and exhibits, including the magnificent Lace Monitors – one of the largest lizards in the world. Kids will love the thrilling Woodland Adventure Playground, where they can climb, jump, and balance their way through a fun and challenging course.
Enjoy a variety of entertaining activities and events throughout the holidays, from our popular walking dinosaur to face painting on select days, and an array of exciting arts and crafts.
Butterfly Creek has something for everyone in the family! Marvel at our giant salt-water crocodiles, Scar and Goldie, make furry friends at Buttermilk Farm, laugh at the playful antics of monkeys, otters, and meerkats, and keep an eye out for Kiwis in our Kiwi Forest.
Find out more, and book your tickets online –

Matamata Market and Craft Fair
2024-07-13 07:30 - 2024-12-14 12:30 | Matamata Primary School, 115A Broadway,, Matamata, 3400, New Zealand
Matamata Market and Craft Fair is an open-air Market offering a huge variety of crafts, food, and produce. The market promises toothsome goodies whether your palate is savoury or sweet.

Situated on the grounds of the Matamata Primary School, held on the second Saturday of every month.

Food Stalls by arrangement

For all market enquiries please contact Graham or Doreen on 07 8882868 or flower-power@xtra.co.nz
Stall fee $15.00 to be paid on the day.

Dates:
Sat 13 Jul 2024, 7:30am – 12:30pm
Sat 10 Aug 2024, 7:30am – 12:30pm
Sat 14 Sep 2024, 7:30am – 12:30pm
Sat 12 Oct 2024, 7:30am – 12:30pm
Sat 9 Nov 2024, 7:30am – 12:30pm
Sat 14 Dec 2024, 7:30am – 12:30pm

Hobbiton Movie Set Mid-Winter Feast
2024-07-13 09:00 - 17:30 | Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours, 501 Buckland Road,, Matamata, 3472, New Zealand
Enjoy a magical evening in the Shire™ with the Mid-Winter Feast event at Hobbiton Movie Set on 12 – 13 July 2024 Your guide will escort you through the twelve-acre site recounting fascinating details of how the movie set was created. Throughout the movie set you will see 44 complete Hobbit Holes and venture beyond the door of one of the newly completed interior Hobbit Holes on Bagshot Row™, the thatched Millhouse, double arch stone bridge and of course the famous Green Dragon Inn. Enjoy your hot mulled wine and a selection of Hobbit-sized canapés on offer as you enjoy the themed entertainment before following your guide up to the Party Marquee for a full buffet dinner bursting with traditional Hobbit fare – and, as is the tradition in the Shire, second helpings are encouraged!

More FM Mid-Winter Swim
2024-07-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Taupō Lakefront,, Opposite Pataka Road, Taupō, New Zealand
Feeling brave enough to jump in the lake!?
Join the hundreds of brave souls and join us for an afternoon you’ll remember forever!
Some great spot prizes will be handed out, including for ‘best dressed’.

FMG Young Farmer of The Year: Grand Final Awards Show
2024-07-13 17:00 - 23:30 | Globox Arena, (Claudelands Event Centre),, Hamilton, Hamilton, New Zealand
Be part of the excitement at NZ Young Farmers’ biggest event—the FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final Evening Show!
It’s set to be an epic celebration as we unite to back our seven Grand Finalists and announce the FMG Young Farmer of the Year for Season 56.

Taupō Top 10 Fun Zone
2024-07-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Tongariro North Domain, Tongariro Street,, Taupō, 3330, New Zealand
Join us for three days of activities including the exhilarating Bumper Balls! Back by popular demand, these inflatable balls will leave youngsters and adults grinning from ear to ear.
Meet your family and friends at the domain to bounce, flip, roll and bump until your hearts content!
There will also an inflatable slide for children to enjoy at no cost and a bouncy castle for 5 year old’s and under.

Winter Festival Roller Disco with Taupō Roller Derby League
2024-07-14 13:30 - 19:00 | Great Lake Centre Hall, 5 Story Place,, Taupō, 3330, New Zealand
Get your skates on this July!
Fun for the whole family as we turn the hall into a roller skating rink!
Rent some skates from us, or bring your own and join the action.
1:30pm – 3.30pm: 10yrs & under
3.30pm – 6pm: All ages
6pm – 7pm: 13yrs plus
Admission is $10 for 45minutes with rented skates. Or $5 for unlimited skating with your own skates.
Session times can be booked and paid for at the event, no prior bookings are taken.

DropZone Family Bowling Challenge
2024-07-15 09:00 - 2024-07-16 17:00 | DropZone, 650 Lake Terrace, Wharewaka, Taupō, 3330, New Zealand
The Dropzone is Taupo’s one and only destination for fun, thrills, Laughter and excitement!
Come and join us on Monday 15th or Tuesday 16th July, and join in the fun of our family bowling competition. A family can consist of 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children
We provide everything you need, bowling balls and bowling shoes (you can wear your own soft soled shoes if you wish).
Children can use the bumpers if required, however Mum & Dad you have to try your luck without!
You can bowl anytime between 9am and 5pm on the day.
Registrations for the event are essential and can be made by emailing Trudy at bookings@thedropzone.co.nz
Winners will be notified the day after they bowl.

Taupō Town Centre Treasure Hunt
2024-07-15 10:00 - 2024-07-24 16:00 | Taupo Winter Festival, 5 Story Place,, Taupō, 3377, New Zealand
The Taupō Winter Festival and Towncentre Taupō are bringing you a super fun and really easy activity to keep the kids entertained and everyone active over these winter school holidays! A colouring-in competition and a scavenger hunt all in one.
Complete the colouring-in, the beanie bonanza scavenger hunt or both and be in for a chance to win a Family Bowling Pass at The Landing Lake Taupo, a Confinement Escape Rooms – Taupo experience for five or a $100 Prezzy Card!
Pickup your entry form from either Kona Kones or the Taupō Information and Visitor Centre. Submit your completed forms to either of those locations by end of day on July 21st and you’re entered!

AOTEA SQUARE ICE RINK
2024-07-15 10:00 - 2024-08-11 22:00 | Aotea Square, 291-297 Queen Street,, Auckland CBD, Auckland
Get your skates on (literally) and join the thousands of Aucklanders who have declared the Aotea Square Ice Rink their favourite festive pastime!

JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS | BRILLIANT SEABIRDS
2024-07-15 10:30 - 2024-07-19 14:00 | New Zealand Maritime Museum, Corner Quay and Hobson streets, Viaduct Harbour,, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Get ready to embark on an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of seabirds! You’ll receive your very own seabird fact book, get hands-on and craft a brilliant seabird mask, and explore Sentinel where science and art intertwine.

Kids In the City
2024-07-18 11:00 - 2024-07-20 17:00 | Napier CBD, Napier, Hawke’s Bay / Gisborne
Bring the kids to the city for an action-packed end-of-school holiday adventure:
Bounce, climb, and race through an action packed double lane inflatable obstacle course. It’s the perfect challenge for young adventurers aged 8-15 years. Face painters will be there to transform your kiddos into their favorite superheroes, animals, and more.
Enjoy special treats like donuts, candy floss, and popcorn available for purchase.
Gold coin koha donation for obstacle course and face painting. All proceeds go to Napier Family Centre, supporting local families in need.

Whanau Lantern Making Workshop
2024-07-20 10:30 - 13:00 | Whakatāne Library, 49 Kakahoroa Drive,, Whakatāne, 3120, New Zealand
🎨🕯️ Bring your children along to this free workshop to make fun lanterns at the Whakatāne Library! 🕯️🎨
📅 Date: Saturday, 20 July
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Whakatāne Library
✨ All materials supplied thanks to Whakatāne and Ōhope Community Board and Arts Whakatane. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
🎉 Join in Lights on Parade to display your lanterns! Assembling at 5:00 PM at Mataatua Reserve. Don’t miss this fun and creative event—bring your lanterns and let’s light up Whakatane together! 🌟🕯️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

The World of Musicals in Concert
2024-07-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Baycourt Community & Arts Centre, 38 Durham Street, Tauranga, 3110, New Zealand
Following a sell out 2022 New Zealand tour – The World of Musicals in Concert Returns to New Zealand in 2024 featuring an all new show.
The World of Musicals in Concert has graced stages across the globe and features a world-class ensemble of multi-talented artists who exquisitely perform classic hits, fused with emotive ballads, big-screen anthems and iconic show tunes.
From the best of ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ and ‘Les Miserables’ to ‘Guys & Dolls’ and ‘South Pacific’ and many, many more, the World of Musicals delivers a stirring musical concert theatre experience that will leave you spellbound – from the opening song to the final medley of classics.
‘ALL THE HIT SONGS IN ONE SHOW’ that is the quintessential takeaway from this musical concert gala.
The World of the Musicals In Concert is a show that is tailored for the entire family, so get ready to be enthralled and sing along to all your to all your favourite and much-loved songs from the world of Musical Theatre in one unforgettable evening. Secure your seats today to a show inspired by many but unlike any other.

TAKAPUNA WINTER LIGHTS
2024-07-25 17:00 - 2024-07-28 22:00 | Central Takapuna, New Zealand
Takapuna Winter Lights will keep winter alive for four nights this July. The fully assessable, all-ages outdoor sensory experience is a free event in the heart of Takapuna that will bring communities and families together, with light installations, performances and music and it is on its way to becoming an annual highlight on the Auckland arts and cultural calendar.

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatāne - Light Festival
2024-07-26 18:00 - 2024-08-04 21:00 | Kakahoroa Carpark, Whakatāne, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Using the darkness of winter, Whakatāne’s festival will be held over ten nights from 26th July to 4th August 2024. The Lighting Festival will delight participants with light activations and digital displays by both local and regional artists.

Art works will be installed in various locations encouraging visitors to walk amongst our parks through the town centre and along the riverside to enjoy and delight at the lighting and digital displays.

Trust Horizon Light Up
2024-07-28 18:00 - 2024-08-06 21:00 | Whakatāne Town Centre, Whakatāne Town Centre, Whakatāne Town Centre, Whakatāne, New Zealand
2024 DATES!!!
24th July – 4th August 2024
Illuminate the Winter Night
Kia pūaho mai te kahu , pō O Hinetakurua

Sky Tower Celebrates 27 Years – Join the Party!
2024-08-01 - 2024-08-27 | Sky Tower, Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
This August, the iconic Sky Tower is celebrating its 27th birthday with a month-long extravaganza of fun and events! From stunning views to thrilling activities, there’s something for everyone. Come join the celebration and make unforgettable memories this August!
Weekend Face Painting
Every weekend in August, from 10am to 2pm, our friends at Rainbow Rascals will be set up on the Main Observation Deck offering free Sky Tower-themed face painting. Bring the kids and let their imaginations soar!
Dance Battle on Sky Deck
Challenge a friend to a dance-off on our highest observation level, Sky Deck. Experience the iconic dance simulation game “Pump It Up” in a whole new way, high above the city. Show off your moves and enjoy the ultimate dance battle experience!
$12 All Day Parking
Visit the Sky Tower during August and be eligible for $12 parking during your visit (8am – 8pm). Validate your ticket at the Sky Tower gift shop before you leave.

Glows in the Dark - River Edge Park Miniature Railway
2024-08-03 13:00 - 19:00 | River Edge Park, 1 McAlister Street,, Whakatāne, 3120, New Zealand
🚂✨ River Edge Park Miniature Railway’s Annual ‘Glows in the Dark’ Event! ✨🚂 Held in conjunction with Trust Horizon Light up Whakatāne.
📅 Date: Saturday, 3 August
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
👟 Please wear your closed-toe shoes—no sandals, jandals, or bare feet allowed on the train!
🎟️ Fares: $2.00 per person
💳 Eftpos or Cash accepted (Sorry, no Debit/Credit cards or Paywave).
Come and join us for a glowing good time! 🌟🚂

Sentinel - Seabirds of Aotearoa Exhibition
2024-08-16 10:00 - 2024-10-27 17:00 | New Zealand Maritime Museum, Corner Quay and Hobson streets, Viaduct Harbour,, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Aotearoa is the seabird capital of the world, home to about 90 species of the world’s seabirds. Just as canaries once warned coal miners of carbon monoxide, seabirds signal the declining health of our ecosystem. With the birds increasingly threatened by habitat loss and predators, Sentinel serves as an urgent call to action.
Through science, photography, interactive video, sculpture, and sound, Sentinel invites you into the world of these magnificent creatures. The collective of scientists and creatives Edin Whitehead, André Bellvé, Marcel Bellvé, Micah Livesay, Lani Purkis, and Shane McLean urge us to protect Aotearoa New Zealand’s seabirds, their environment, and our shared ecosystem.

STORYTIME AT THE MARITIME
2024-08-16 10:30 - 2024-11-15 11:30 | New Zealand Maritime Museum, Corner Quay and Hobson streets, Viaduct Harbour,, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Every Friday at 10:30am, the Maritime Museum runs FREE sessions exploring the stories of the sea. Your tamariki will be treated to tales of the high seas and can join in the fun with movement and song.
Please note these sessions are aimed at preschool children. Older siblings are welcome.
Groups of 5 or more children will require a private session.

Takurua Hauora: Waiata Time
2024-08-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Wellington Museum, 3 Jervois Quay, Queens Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand
Enjoy the sweet sounds of WOSOSI Choir as you explore the displays of Te Waka Huia Wellington Museum.
Waiata Time is part of Takurua Hauora: Winter Wellness, an event series promoting health and wellbeing inspired by Sir Mason Durie’s Whare Tapa Whā model.
Music does wonders for our wellbeing and sense of connection to each other. Escape the cold and let their song recharge your batteries as their uplifting voices reverberate throughout the museum.
Donations Appreciated.
About WOSOSI:
WOSOSI World Song Singers is an a cappella choir in Wellington, New Zealand, that brings the world’s rich singing traditions to you. From songs that celebrate peace, stand up for freedom or yearn for loved ones lost, we embrace the power of music and shared human experience.

Food Truck Takeaway in Narrow Neck
2024-08-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Woodall Park, Old Lake Road, Narrow Neck, New Zealand
Join us at Narrow Neck for a night of delicious takeaways!
Indulge your taste buds at our diverse selection of food trucks offering a wide range of culinary treasures making this the perfect way to dodge the dishes and still get the best quality food out there.
On the menu:
Phong Nha Limited
Double Dutch Fries
Hapunan
Ma Va Pizza
Bear Gelato
Sweet As Crepes
Please note there will be no seating area or bar at this event, therefore we welcome you to bring a picnic blanket or camping chairs to enjoy your meal onsite or takeaway to the comfort of your home!
So mark your calendars and come join us right there in Narrowneck.

Sounds Fun For Kids | Suzy Cato, Loopy Tunes and Chanelle
2024-08-18 09:30 - 15:00 | The Tuning Fork, 42 - 80 Mahuhu Crescent, Parnell, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Sunday 18th August
Doors 9:30am | Fun starts at 10:00am

Come and join Suzy Cato and friends at The Tuning Fork for SOUNDS FUN FOR KIDS for songs, stories and fun for your little ones from some of Aotearoa’s best children’s singer/songwriters and performers.
We’re almost halfway through this 9 event series so grab your tickets, and invite your friends, and join us for some singing, dancing and arts and crafts fun!

The Secrets of Plants and Their Hidden Treasures
2024-08-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Wellington Botanic Garden, 101 Glenmore St, Kelburn, Wellington, New Zealand
Join the Friends of the Garden for this walk to discover some of the herbal and medicinal properties of plants, both large and small, which are unseen by the naked eye. Meet below the playground for this 75 to 90-minute walk, which has one uphill section and ends in the Herb Garden.
Meet below the Botanic Garden playground. Cost: $5 (cash only, please).
This is part of the regular walks run by the Friends of the Wellington Botanic Garden, they run twice monthly throughout the year with a different topic every time.
Join the Friends for only $30 a year and all the walks will be free, as well as other great benefits. https://friendsofthewellingtonbotanic.wordpress.com/join-us/
