JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS | BRILLIANT SEABIRDS

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

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 …

Whanau Lantern Making Workshop

Whakatāne Library 49 Kakahoroa Drive,, Whakatāne, 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. …

The World of Musicals in Concert

Baycourt Community & Arts Centre 38 Durham Street, Tauranga, 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, …

TAKAPUNA WINTER LIGHTS

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 …

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatāne – Light Festival

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 …

Trust Horizon Light Up

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!

Sky Tower Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland, Auckland, 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 …

Glows in the Dark – River Edge Park Miniature Railway

River Edge Park 1 McAlister Street,, Whakatāne, 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! …

Sentinel – Seabirds of Aotearoa Exhibition

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, …

STORYTIME AT THE MARITIME

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 …

Takurua Hauora: Waiata Time

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 …