EcoFest Whaanau Fun Day – EcoFest

Auckland Botanic Gardens 102 Hill Road, The Gardens, Auckland, New Zealand

Join us for an unforgettable EcoFest Whaanau Fun Day at the stunning Auckland Botanic Gardens, the perfect start to the school holidays! This event is a celebration of our precious environment and living more sustainably, ideal for families to enjoy the final day of EcoFest 2024. The day will be packed with hands-on activities and …

FREE

Kids Crafts at Zealandia

ZEALANDIA Eco-Sanctuary Waiapu Road, Karori,, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Bring your tamariki to Zealandia these school holidays and learn how to make your very own takahē puppet in time for Takahē Awareness Week! Local artist and educator Margaret Tolland supplies the materials for these free events and guides tamariki in creating their very own takahē friend to take home. All ages welcome! To be …

FREE

How do i feel? Childrens musical show

Whirinaki Whare Taonga 836 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt, Upper Hutt, New Zealand

Join the New Zealand String Quartet and popular musical children’s entertainer Chris Lam Sam on a journey of emotions inspired by the award-winning book ‘How Do I Feel?’ by Rebekah Lipp & Craig Phillips. Combining the magic of music, illustration, and audience participation, this concert will encourage children to explore and evoke familiar feelings like …

Kids Club Party – Armadillos Halswell

Armadillos Halswell 29 ensign street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

The return of Armadillos Kids Club parties! Hosted at Armadillos Halswell! Kids 12 & under. Great entertainment for the young ones with games, music, food & drink & a kids entertainer! Get the kids out of the house & enjoy the fun with Armadillos Kids Club.

Kids Club Party – Armadillos Kaiapoi

Armadillos Kaiapoi 416 Williams Street, Kaiapoi, New Zealand

The return of Armadillos Kids Club parties! Hosted at Armadillos Kaiapoi! Kids 12 & under. Great entertainment for the young ones with games, music, food & drink & a kids entertainer! Get the kids out of the house & enjoy the fun with Armadillos Kids Club.

Bruce Mason Centre: Stardew Valley

Bruce Mason Centre #1 The Promenade, Takapuna Beach, Auckland, New Zealand

Immerse yourself in the melodies of nature, as a chamber orchestra brings to life the music of Stardew Valley! Stardew Valley: Festival of Seasons is an intimate, immersive live concert featuring fresh arrangements of the most cherished songs from the game’s mesmerizing soundtrack. Curated by ConcernedApe, the concert program will take you on a musical …

Creative Day Out!

The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora 2 Worcester Boulevard,, Christchurch, New Zealand

Looking for a fun and inclusive place for your creative child to spend the day? The Arts Centre is the place to be! Curriculum is specially crafted for children aged 8 - 13, no prior experience needed. In collaboration with Canterbury Academy of Dance, Paint & Sip Studio and Lumiere Cinema, students will spend the …

Thaumatropes – Magical Moving Images

Cable Car Museum 1A Upland Road, Kelburn, Wellington, New Zealand

 School Holiday Craft Drop-in Sessions. 15 & 22 April.   Create magic out of everyday objects with a thaumatrope! Bring your pictures to life and experience the early days of animation by creating your very own thaumatrope at one of the two drop-in sessions.   Draw your pictures, cut them out, twirl and twist your fingers, and watch …

School Holiday Mini Golf at Chartwell

Chartwell Shopping Centre 201 Hukanui Road, Chartwell, Hamilton, New Zealand

Putt your way through 12 holes of fun at Chartwell these school holidays! Bring the family along for some good ol' fashioned fun at our Glow-in-the Dark mini golf course. Best of all, it's Free for everyone to enjoy! Simply grab your putter, pick a ball, and let the fun begin! When is it available? …

FREE

April School Holidays – The Star of the Sea

New Zealand Maritime Museum Corner Quay and Hobson streets, Viaduct Harbour,, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Get ready for a journey under the sea! Meet Pania the Starfish and her underwater friends in an interactive play about the power of friendship. Then, get busy with an activity book which explores our galleries and earn your very own sailor’s patch! Schedule: Mondays to Fridays Session 1 | 10:30am–11:00am Session 2 | 11:30am–12:00pm …

$5

Holiday Fun Zone

The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora 2 Worcester Boulevard,, Christchurch, New Zealand

Enjoy outdoor lawn games, play a tune on the community piano and lounge on the beanbags while socking up the heritage surroundings. All ages, adult supervision required. Monday to Friday during school holidays - 10.30am - 2.30pm This event is part of the Arts Centre's school holiday fun (13 - 28 april), a lively programme …

FREE

Mary Poppins

The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora 2 Worcester Boulevard,, Christchurch, New Zealand

When Jane and Michael, the children of the wealthy and uptight Banks family, are faced with the prospect of a new nanny, they are pleasantly surprised by the arrival of the magical Mary Poppins (Julie Andrews). Embarking on a series of fantastical adventures with Mary and her Cockney performer friend, Bert (Dick Van Dyke), the …