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Science Jam
2023-09-14 11:00 - 2023-09-21 11:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Capital E, 4 Queens Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand
Join Science Jam with Professor Inventus for wild wonderment and baffling brainstorms in PlayHQ and learn about the wonders of the world.
This is a 30 minute session suitable for ages 3+.
Sheltered pram parking and family-friendly bathrooms.
Donations appreciated.
Science Jam is part of our weekly E Tipu E Rea programme. See the other activities on our website.

Thu 14 Sep 2023, 11:00am–11:30am
Thu 21 Sep 2023, 11:00am–11:30am

'The Barbie Collector' Exhibition
2023-09-14 10:00 - 2023-10-08 17:00 | Wellington Museum, 3 Jervois Quay, Queens Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington Museum becomes like a ‘Barbie Dreamhouse’ with temporary exhibition The Barbie Collector featuring close to 500 Barbies and Kens owned by one of New Zealand’s biggest Barbie collectors, Patsy Carlyle.
The Barbie Collector shines a short – but bright! – spotlight on the social history of Barbie, noting how this iconic doll has changed across time. Everyone knows Barbie, but now you can meet Patsy too.
Patsy is a ‘proud westie’ who lives in a house in Helensville nicknamed ‘the pink palace’, with over 1600 boxed Barbie dolls and 400+ freestanding dolls. She began collecting Barbie in the nineties and says, “It started as a bit of a joke to be honest, then it got a little out of hand.” She also notes, “the house was pink when we bought it.”
The Barbie Collector is also a portrait of Patsy Carlyle. “People that you least expect collect,” says Carlyle, who worked as an ambulance officer for Hato Hone St John Ambulance for forty years before retiring. After seven years of volunteering, in 1985 she became one of only six women then employed in Auckland as an ambulance officer. Patsy says, “They say people who collect things live longer.”
For Patsy, her collection has offered a fun alternative to the stress and seriousness of her job at Hato Hone St John Ambulance. “Half the fun is in finding the dolls.” She also loves the joy her collection brings to others. “I have so many stories to share!”
Step into the world of Barbie and Patsy’s impressive collection at Wellington Museum. The exhibition also features a digital photo series of the dolls by award-winning artist Yvonne Todd. Design your own Barbie at the craft station and make your Barbie dreams come true by taking photos in the life-size Barbie and Ken boxes.
Patsy collects Barbies,
We collect Wellington.
What do you collect?
The Barbie Collector – for a limited time only.
Free entry | Wellington Museum | 22 July – 8 October

Kia kaha ki te kōrero Māori / Give speaking Māori a go!
2023-09-11 09:00 - 2023-10-08 17:00 | ZEALANDIA Eco-Sanctuary, Waiapu Road, Karori,, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
Practice speaking in te reo Māori as you explore the sanctuary with our te reo prompts.
As you explore the sanctuary, keep an eye out for wildlife and botanical signage and the te reo Māori prompt cards next to them.
The prompt cards contain some simple sentences in te reo Māori to practice while pointing out widlife and plants, or you could learn and practice saying some species names in te reo Māori.
Learning something new can be challenging and sometimes even a little awkward. In the vast peacefulness of the ngahere/forest, only the trees are listening – so kia kaha ki te kōrero Māori / give speaking Māori a go!
An extra resource will be available from the Visitors Centre with tips on pronunciation and some other words and sentences to try.

ELLERSLIE FAIRY FESTIVAL & PIRATE PARTY 2023
2023-09-10 09:30 - 12:30 | Ellerslie Village, 101 Main Highway, Ellerslie,, Auckland, Auckland, 1051
The Ellerslie Fairy Festival & Pirate Party is a fun, FREE family event for fairy and pirate fans of all ages. Dress up and come and meet our fairies, pirates and other magical characters as we transform Ellerslie’s main street. Plus, there’ll be face painting, amusement rides, bouncy castles, bubbles, fairy floss and much more! Our great Ellerslie Village cafes and shops will be open too.
If the weather needs to be cancelled due to weather, all updates will be provided on the event organisers website or page.

Free event.
Amusement rides are $6 each

CHINESE MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL CARNIVAL
2023-09-09 11:00 - 16:00 | Auckland Chinese Presbyterian Church, 25 Union Street, Auckland, New Zealand
The Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival Carnival is an annual celebration of cultural heritage and community spirit organized by the Auckland Presbyterian Church. The Event will be in Cantonese. It aims to bring together families and individuals from various backgrounds to cherish the significance of the Mid-Autumn Festival, fostering a sense of togetherness and joy.
The carnival is open to the public and is FREE to ensure inclusivity and participation from the entire community.
Free activities include:

Art and Craft activities
Spectacular Performances
Games
Food, delicious Chinese cuisine awaits!)
Body check

There will also be a Market Stall which you can purchase items from.
Free entry. Please bring money for purchases at the stalls.

THE CHUCKLE MONSTERS
2023-09-03 15:00 - 15:45 | Covert Theatre, 51 Mackelvie Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland, 1021, New Zealand
Join Big Red and the Chuckle Monster gang as they go on wonderful adventures and learn about Improv.
Starring the Covert Juniors, this colorful show, filled with delightful music and dance is one for all those who are young at heart.

No audience member is brought up on stage, so you can relax and enjoy the show from the comfort of your seat.

Fun improv comedy that’s appropriate for all ages (from 4 years and up). Every month we have a different theme and EVERY show is different.
After the show, you can stick around for the Improv Test Drive – Every first Sunday of the month, an open workshop for everyone with koha entry. It’s your chance to ‘peak behind the curtain’ at the Covert and dip your toe into the wonderful world of improvisation.

VECTOR LIGHTS FOR AUCKLAND CLIMATE FESTIVAL 2023
2023-08-31 18:30 - 2023-09-11 23:55 | Auckland Harbour Bridge, New Zealand
Vector Lights will light up in the Auckland Climate Festival colours alongside the World Wildlife Fund Whale Tales show in support of climate change, sustainability, and marine conservation.

The four colours of Auckland Climate Festival take inspiration from a geologist’s sampling of the earth, uncovering the layers.

They’re represented by:

Yellow: Te kōhauhau | Atmosphere

Blue: Te wai | Water

Pink: Te kiko | Flesh

Brown: Te whenua | Earth

Powered by a mix of leading technology, including solar, battery and peer-to-peer systems, Vector Lights transforms the Waitematā as a guiding light toward a smart energy future.

The show plays every 15 minutes from 8pm until midnight.

"Hello! We're The Wiggles" LIVE in Concert
2023-08-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Globox Arena, (Claudelands Event Centre),, Hamilton, Hamilton, New Zealand
The Wiggles are bringing their all-singing, all-dancing hit stage show to GLOBOX Arena, Claudelands!
The Hello! We’re The Wiggles tour is coming to GLOBOX Arena, Claudelands this August. Featuring hit songs ‘Do the Propeller!’, ‘Hot Potato’ and ‘Rock-a-Bye Your Bear’ plus new favourites that will have you up and dancing along such as ‘We’re All Fruit Salad’, ‘Getting Strong!’ with John and feel the sunflower power with ‘Hey Tsehay!’
Anthony, Tsehay, Simon, Lachy, Caterina, Lucia, & John will be joined on stage by all your favourite characters including Captain Feathersword, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus, Shirley Shawn the Unicorn and Bok the Hand Puppet!
There’s never been a better time to see the world’s most popular children’s entertainment group live in concert. But hurry, tickets will sell like… Hot Potatoes!

The Wiggles New Zealand
2023-08-18 10:00 - 2023-08-26 17:00 | The Regent on Broadway, 53 Broadway Avenue, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North, 4410, New Zealand
Following the runaway success of 2022, including winning the coveted ARIA Award for ‘Best Australian Live Act’, The Wiggles are bringing their all-singing, all-dancing hit stage show to a venue near you!
The Hello! We’re The Wiggles tour will visit New Zealand in August, and feature hit songs ‘Do the Propeller!’, ‘Hot Potato’ and ‘Rock-a-Bye Your Bear’ plus new favourites that will have you up and dancing along such as ‘We’re All Fruit Salad’, ‘Getting Strong!’ with John and feel the sunflower power with ‘Hey Tsehay!’
Anthony, Tsehay, Simon, Lachy, Caterina, Lucia, & John will be joined on stage by all your favourite characters including Captain Feathersword, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus, Shirley Shawn the Unicorn and Bok the Hand Puppet!
There’s never been a better time to see the world’s most popular children’s entertainment group live in concert. But hurry, tickets will sell like… Hot Potatoes!

OUR NIGHT SKY
2023-08-17 20:30 - 2023-10-01 21:30 | Stardome Observatory and Planetarium, 670 Manakau Road, Epsom, Auckland, 1345, New Zealand
Connect with the cosmos in an entirely new way in this 360-degree live planetarium experience.
Stardome’s cutting edge projection technology gives you an amazing and accurate view of the night sky in Auckland and far beyond.
Our expert astronomy presenter gives you a guided tour of the stars, constellations and their stories in this beautiful and awe-inspiring experience, all from the comfort of your reclined seat.
Suitable for age 8+. (For under eight years we recommend the children’s version of this show: Looking Up).
Bookings essential. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for shows. Late entry into the planetarium is not possible once the show has started.
Free for Starlight Explorer passes.
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Kids Only Market - Mt Eden
2023-08-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Mt Eden War Memorial Hall, 489 Dominion Road, Mount Eden, Auckland, New Zealand
Run for kids, by kids!
The kids are the stall holders and have been making and creating to sell and swap.
Up-cycle, recycle, barter, buy, and swap pre-loved toys and unique homemade goodies.
Bring your re-useable cup for a Fairy Cafe coffee, take away container for all the home baking and shopping bags to carry your second-hand toys and books.
We aim to be a waste-free event and are partaking in Plastic Free July Aotearoa.
Save the Children are joining us with an ‘election booth’ to capture the tamariki voice and relay their ideas back to our local election candidates in the lead-up to the election.
Plenty of space to park your bike and close to trains and buses.
Stalls are fully booked. See you there!
Presented by Pt Chev Community Centre and The Creative Kids Collective and funded by Albert-Eden Local Board, who support cool stuff for kids in our community.

DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS 100 YEARS OF WONDER
2023-08-04 10:00 - 2023-08-07 19:00 | Spark Arena, 42 Mahuhu Crescent, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Join Mickey Mouse and his friends at Disney On Ice presents 100 Years of Wonder, an adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics and unexpected stunts!
Look for clues in the search for Tinker Bell through immersive, fantastic worlds. Explore the colorful spirit realm of Coco, sail away with Moana as she bravely saves her island, see Belle in the sky as the enchanted chandelier comes to life, and sing-along with Elsa in the icy world of Frozen. Make memories during Aladdin, Toy Story and The Little Mermaid as the search party becomes an all-out celebration!
Join Mickey Mouse and his friends at Disney On Ice presents 100 Years of Wonder, an adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics and unexpected stunts! Look for clues in the search for Tinker Bell through immersive, fantastic worlds. Explore the colorful spirit realm of Coco, sail away with Moana as she bravely saves her island, see Belle in the sky as the enchanted chandelier comes to life, and sing-along with Elsa in the icy world of Frozen. Make memories during Aladdin, Toy Story and The Little Mermaid as the search party becomes an all-out celebration!

Winter Wednesdays are back!
2023-08-03 09:30 - 2023-08-31 17:00 | Wellington Zoo, 200 Daniell St, Newtown,, Wellington, New Zealand
Wrap up warm and enjoy a mid-winter treat with Winter Wednesdays at Wellington Zoo! Visit the Zoo any Wednesday in August and get 1/2 price standard adult and child entry. Online tickets are not part of the discount so get your tickets at the Zoo!
Come to our Winter animal talks, learn about how animals change and cope over the chilly season, and how we help keep them warm. Resident Snow Leopards, Asha and Manju are waiting for you to come say hello!
So rug up and explore what’s new at the Zoo!
Click HERE to see our Conditions of Entry.
Book your Winter Wednesdays tickets
Please note Winter Wednesdays tickets are valid only for the selected day and no changes or refunds are available after you have purchased.

Takapuna Winter Lights
2023-07-27 17:00 - 2023-07-30 22:00 | Hurstmere Road, 38 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand
North Shore’s most exciting community event of the year is back. Takapuna Winter Lights is proud to return as an integral part of Elemental AKL in association with Tātaki Auckland Unlimited.
Takapuna Winter Lights Festival is a free, fully accessible, and family-friendly community event. For the festival’s duration, the public can explore the light installations and interactive elements at their leisure along Hurstmere Road and on Hurstmere Green.
The best time to see everything is when it gets dark, when the light installations will shine brightly and the interactive elements will be on show.

TAKAPUNA WINTER LIGHTS
2023-07-27 17:00 - 2023-07-30 22:00 | 38 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, 38 Hurstmere Road,, Takapuna, New Zealand
A free event – come together for four magical evenings of illuminated art, music & performance
You know Takapuna shines in the summertime, but be prepared to be dazzled by the way the seaside suburb lights up the colder nights of the year with Takapuna Winter Lights.
The sparkling event takes place annually in the heart of Takapuna across four nights in July, with illumination, music and performance warming up the streets from five to ten each evening.
Admire the sights and sounds and be sure to stop in for a bite or a drink at one or more of the many restaurants and bars along the main drag. The lights are a popular highlight on the Takapuna arts and cultural calendar, with 35,000 people attending last year, so be sure to book early to secure a table at your favourite eatery.
This switched on all-ages outdoor sensory experience is free, accessible, and full of joy and wonder.
De-light-ful!
Where: Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna
When: Thursday 27 July – Sunday July 30. 5pm – 10pm.
Tickets: This is a free non-ticketed event.
Takapuna Winter Lights in association with Auckland Unlimited is proud to be part of Elemental AKL.

Deep Thought | Friday Nights
2023-07-21 17:00 - 19:30 | Heard Park, 170 Parnell Rd, Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand
This winter in Heard Park, Parnell…a magical experience for all to enjoy!
Deep Thought is this year’s Parnell winter light installation, and we’re celebrating with some Friday night festivities. Between 5pm and 7.30pm on Friday 30 June, 7 and 21 July, Heard Park, Parnell is the space to be.
Enjoy a free hot drink thanks to the Tin Man coffee truck and grab a voucher for a local food vendor. Get on a ‘selfie spree’ with a light installation that will add some magic to your social media as well as your relationships.
We’ve sorted your ‘once in a night-time’ experience for this winter!

OPENING CEREMONY: NEW ZEALAND VS NORWAY
2023-07-20 15:00 - 19:00 | Eden Park, EDEN PARK, KINGSLAND, Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland is calling, and we can’t wait to welcome the world’s best female athletes to our shores. Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is proud to play host to the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.

Wonderland Glow Show
2023-07-19 10:00 - 12:05 | Baycourt Community and Arts Centre, 38 Durham Street, Tauranga, Tauranga, New Zealand
The much-loved Glow Show is back!
82,000 Kiwi kids have already seen these innovative, glow-in-the-dark giant puppet shows, which are an absolute favourite for parents and tamariki. The Glow Show’s latest storytelling bonanza is at a venue near you, this June and July.
It’s the Wonderland Glow Show – a fabulously Kiwified version of Alice in Wonderland.
The show’s masterfully crafted characters and intriguing scenery will transport its audiences into a weird and wonderful world of dancing flamingos, an eight-metre caterpillar and giant flowers.
Through its bilingual storytelling, it shows reading as a true superpower, a power every kid has inside!
The Glow Show educates and entertains, by promoting literacy and Te Reo Māori and celebrating the exquisite art of ultraviolet puppetry.
It offers a truly memorable experience with positive and uplifting messages for tamariki.
*Babies under 18 months free of charge on paying adult’s lap
*Tickets $17.50 each, GST included, service fees may apply
*Group booking incentives available

Wonderland Glow Show
2023-07-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Clarence St Theatre, Hamilton, Waikato, Waikato, New Zealand
The much-loved Glow Show is back!
82,000 Kiwi kids have already seen these innovative, glow-in-the-dark giant puppet shows, which are an absolute favourite for parents and tamariki. The Glow Show’s latest …
Where: Clarence St Theatre, Hamilton, Waikato
59 Clarence St, Hamilton Lake, Hamilton 3204, Hamilton, Waikato

Hākari Below the Stars
2023-07-13 17:00 - 21:30 | Space Place at Carter Observatory, 40 Salamanca Rd, Kelburn, Wellington, New Zealand
Join Space Place in welcoming the Māori New Year with whānau-friendly activities, and kai.
Your tickets include:
• Access to the epic space science museum
• Planetarium dome screening
• Live Matariki star talks
• Telescope viewings (weather permitting)
• Tamariki activities
• Kapa Haka and musical performances
Discover Māori star lore in How It was Told to Me – a planetarium show about three Māori legends: The Creation, Rona and Mārama and the story of Te Waka o Tama-rereti.

Gain a new perspective of our southern skies with telescope viewings (weather permitting). Tamariki will learn more about the star cluster through activity booklets, all while looking fabulous with professional facepainting.
Watch incredible performances by Wellington High School’s Kapa Haka group and talented rangatahi from Virtuoso Strings. Refuel with the delicious kai on offer.
We can’t wait to celebrate the Māori new year with you!

Note: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult

Thursday 13 July | 5pm – 9pm | Space Place

Matariki Festival 2023
2023-07-11 08:00 - 2023-07-22 17:00 | Regionwide, Regionwide, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Whakanuia te tau hou Māori!
Celebrate the Māori new year in Tāmaki Makaurau with Matariki Festival.
Herald the Māori new year by celebrating te ao Māori through stories, film, entertainment, discussions, performance, food and art. The festival aims to create an environment where communities can come together to reflect on and recognise this special time of year, the season of Matariki.
Tangata Whenua Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, the festival’s partner in 2023, and Auckland Council invite you to join us at some of our 90 events and activities as we celebrate the Matariki season and the public holiday on Friday 14 July – Mānawatia a Matariki!
Hikaia ngā ahi o Matariki
Hikaia nga ahi o Te Kahu Tōpuni o Tuperiri
Light the ceremonial fires of Matariki
Light the ceremonial fires of our lands
Visit matarikifestival.org.nz from 27 June for details.

TEDDY BEAR PICNIC SAILING
2023-07-09 11:30 - 13:30 | New Zealand Maritime Museum, Corner Quay and Hobson streets, Viaduct Harbour,, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Grab your teddy bears for a sailing on heritage vessel Ted Ashby in celebration of Teddy Bear Picnic day!
Words by New Zealand Maritime Museum
Last updated 29 Jun 2023
Grab your teddy bears and bring them along for a sailing on heritage vessel Ted Ashby in celebration of Teddy Bear Picnic day!
Pack a picnic*, gather the whanāu and enjoy a fun outing with your teddy as you sail together on the beautiful Waitematā. Intrepid picnickers will receive a teddy bear-themed goodie bag and a photo of them and their teddy.
*Alcohol is not permitted on board.
We have two sailings available on the day at 11:30am & 1:30pm. Bookings are essential.
Children $18 | Seniors/Students $26 | Adults $31 | Family pass $80

School Holiday Steam
2023-07-08 07:00 - 22:00 | Wellington Museum, 3 Jervois Quay, Queens Wharf, Wellington, New Zealand
Bring out the family, and join us onboard our heritage train on a variety of different steam-hauled train trips!
We have a variety of different experiences on offer for all travellers – whether it’s a scenic cruise up to the Kapiti Coast hub at Paekakariki, or a fast jaunt through the suburbs of the Hutt Valley, we can’t wait to welcome you onboard to experience local surroundings from a unique perspective! Have a read below, and see which of the 10 experiences takes your fancy – and yes, you can choose more than one!
Heading north, the trains will be hauled by steam locomotive Ja 1271, and heading south, the trains will be hauled by one of our heritage Da class diesel-electric locomotives! See all of these trips below:
The Brekkie Express – Trains depart both Wellington & Upper Hutt first thing in the morning for return trips. Departs Wellington 7am | Departs Upper Hutt 8:05am
Valley Steam Supreme – Two separate trains departing Wellington to Upper Hutt & return. Departs Wellington 9:15am | Departs Wellington 11:30am
Capital Steam Limited – HVL – Train departs Upper Hutt, cruising into Wellington and return | Departs Upper Hutt 10:15am
Suburban Steam – Valley & Coast Package – Train departs Wellington, travels to Upper Hutt and return, and then travels to Paekakariki and return | Departs Wellington 11:30am
Escarpment Steam Express – Train departs Wellington, racing up to Paekakariki & return | Departs Wellington 1:50pm
Capital Steam Limited – KPL – Train departs Paekakariki, cruising into Wellington and return| Departs Paekakariki 4:00pm
Twilight Steam Express – Train departs Wellington, heading to Paekakariki & return | Departs Wellington 5:15pm
Steam under the Stars – Train departs Paekakariki, cruising into Wellington and return | Departs Paekakariki 6:20pm
If you have any questions or want to book over the phone with our friendly team, give 0800 783 264 a call!

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: CRYSTAL
2023-07-04 13:00 - 2023-07-09 17:00 | Spark Arena, 42 Mahuhu Crescent, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Experience Cirque du Soleil’s signature style of acrobatics in uncharted territory with CRYSTAL – a breakthrough ice experience that blurs the boundaries between gliding sports and circus arts.
CRYSTAL invites you to suspend reality and glide into a world that springs to a colourful life with astounding visual projections, and an original score that seamlessly blends popular music with the signature sound of Cirque du Soleil.
Follow Crystal, the lead character, on an exhilarating tale of self-discovery as she dives into a world of her own imagination, accompanied by a quirky assortment of characters both real and imagined.
In CRYSTAL, gymnasts and skaters perform acrobatics on the ice and in the air, seamlessly combining multiple disciplines together, creating a stunningly unique production.

School Holidays at Butterfly Creek
2023-07-03 10:00 - 2023-07-16 14:30 | Butterfly Creek, 10 Tom Pearce drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland, 2022, New Zealand
Explore the tropics at Butterfly Creek during these school holidays! Come and join us for an exciting line-up of entertainment and activities. Warm up in the tropical butterfly house and enjoy watching the butterflies flutter and they might even land on you! Our daily animal encounters let you get up close with many of our animals including the exotic reptiles, tarantulas, crocs, and tamarin monkeys. And if you are looking for more, you can get creative with our tropical-themed arts & crafts.
Keep an eye out for our Intrepid Explorer roaming the park on selected days, and make sure to visit one of our face-painting sessions throughout the holidays. As most of our attractions are undercover, Butterfly Creek is the perfect choice for a day out no matter what the winter weather brings us.
Plus, there is so much else to see at Butterfly Creek. Explore mythical lands where unicorns and dragons come alive, connect with cute animals in Buttermilk Farm, and see the otters, and meerkats at play. Travel back to when dinosaurs roamed the earth, spot Kiwi in our unique Kiwi Forest, and enjoy free play on our adventure playground.
Book your tickets online today and treat the kids to a fun-filled holiday adventure.
www.butterflycreek.co.nz/schoolholidays
Our entertainment includes the following (note subject to change):
Monday – Friday 10:30am – 2:30pm (3-7 July + 10-14 July) Tropical themed arts and crafts
Fridays 10:00am – 2:00pm (7 + 14 July) Face Painting
Saturday – Sunday 10:00am – 12:30pm (1-2 July, 8-9 July, 15-16 July) Explorer Entertainer
Daily animal encounters from 10am Animal Encounters

July School Holiday Programme
2023-07-03 10:00 - 2023-07-14 14:00 | New Zealand Maritime Museum, Corner Quay and Hobson streets, Viaduct Harbour,, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Blocks on the Dock
Weekdays, 3 – 14 July | 10:00am – 2:00pm
Set sail on a LEGO boat building adventure these school holidays!
The Brick Pit is open. Let’s use LEGO to explore how boat building has evolved from waka hourua to catamarans. Will you discover new islands or race around the world?
$5 per child | Bookings are advised

Fantastic Mr Fox
2023-07-01 14:00 - 2023-07-08 21:00 | Riverlea Theatre, 80 Riverlea Rd, Hillcrest, Hamilton
Roald Dahl’s much-loved story follows the vain attempts of three farmers, Boggis, Bunce and Bean, one fat, one short, one lean, to get rid of the fox who regularly steals food from their farms.
Outwitted at every turn, the farmer’s ploys backfire. Fantastic Mr. Fox devises a plan which will ensure full stomachs for not only his family, but all of his friends, who celebrate with a sumptuous feast.

Sat 1 Jul 2023, 2:00pm–4:00pm
Thu 6 Jul 2023, 7:00pm–9:00pm
Fri 7 Jul 2023, 7:00pm–9:00pm
Sat 8 Jul 2023, 2:00pm–4:00pm
Sat 8 Jul 2023, 7:00pm–9:00pm

Mad for Marshmallows
2023-07-01 08:00 - 2023-07-16 17:00 | Staglands Wildlife Reserve, 2362 Akatarawa Road, ,, Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand
Staglands yummy winter marshmallows are back and for a limited period only, during the July School Holidays, they will be giving them away FREE to all visitors!
Toast your own on the cosy Barn campfire and enjoy some wild cooking in the great outdoors.
Offer runs from 1st – 16th July
For more information visit
www.staglands.co.nz

The Amazing Dinosaur Discovery
2023-06-24 11:00 - 2023-07-02 15:00 | Cog Park, Evans Bay Parade, Hataitai, Wellington, New Zealand
Come and explore the prehistoric ages and discover over 30 lifelike dinosaurs. You don’t want to miss the crowd favourite Tyrannosaurus Rex, the 12m long neck of Brachiosaurus or the much raved about ROBOTIC RAPTORS! Watch them move and hear them roar!
There are activities galore, with something for everyone – from 2 to 102! Including the Dino-mite Playground, Fossil Panning, The Discovery Depot, Learning Lab, Walking Live Dinosaurs, Rides and more!
Get ready to be amazed and thrilled as the greatest creatures ever to walk the earth return and come alive before your eyes. Take your family for a visit, because it is truly The Amazing Dinosaur Discovery.
General Admission Adult: $28.12 each ($25.00 + $3.12 fees)
General Admission Child: $28.12 each ($25.00 + $3.12 fees)
General Admission Concession: $26.08 each ($23.00 + $3.08 fees)
General Admission Family Pass: $92.70 each ($88.00 + $4.70 fees)
Mega Pass Adult: $38.38 each ($35.00 + $3.38 fees)
Mega Pass Concession: $36.33 each ($33.00 + $3.33 fees)
Mega Pass Child: $38.38 each ($35.00 + $3.38 fees)
Sat 24 Jun 2023, 11:00am–12:30pm
Sat 24 Jun 2023, 1:30pm–3:00pm
Sun 25 Jun 2023, 11:00am–12:30pm
Sun 25 Jun 2023, 1:30pm–3:00pm
Sat 1 Jul 2023, 11:00am–12:30pm
Sat 1 Jul 2023, 1:30pm–3:00pm
Sun 2 Jul 2023, 11:00am–12:30pm
Sun 2 Jul 2023, 1:30pm–3:00pm

MAGICAL GLOW-IN-THE-DARK GIANT SCALE PUPPET SHOW!
2023-06-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Turner Centre, 43 Cobham Road, Kerikeri, Auckland, New Zealand
WONDERLAND GLOW SHOW touring June/July 2023
Little Green Man Productions – Ngã tangata kakariki is thrilled to present WONDERLAND GLOW SHOW in a theatre venue near your region June-July 2023.
The GLOW SHOW will be back with a ‘kiwified’ interpretation of Alice in Wonderland with Dallas as our central character! Let your imagination soar as you are transported into another world, loved by tamariki, educators and whanau. WONDERLAND GLOW SHOW promotes literacy and reading being a ‘super power’, Te Reo Mãori, and the highly visual exquisite art of ultraviolet puppetry, combined with an incredible soundtrack!
WONDERLAND GLOW SHOW is an upbeat show that edu-tains and engages as you dive into a weird and wonderful world of dancing flamingos, card shuffles, an 8-metre caterpillar, and giant flowers, to name a few. But, it’s not all rosy… and there’s a march hare on the loose! Perfect for 0-7 year olds – suits ECEs and Years 1-3.
Click here for tickets!
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