Matakana Farmers Market is open on Saturdays from 8am to 1pm (rail, hail or shine)! From award-winning coffee, to mouth-watering brunch dishes, there’s plenty to sample and savour. Relax by the riverside to live local music, while the kids explore the rustic treehouse and natural playground. Matakana Market is zero waste – so bring your …
Don't hibernate this winter! Wrap up warm, grab a torch and explore the REAL Whakatāne Night Life scene with the Whakatāne Kiwi Trust! Come along and learn about our local kiwi population and the work being done by our amazing volunteers to protect our national icon and other native taonga. If you listen carefully you …
Venture into the bush at dusk and discover a new world of sights and sounds! - Listen for kiwi, ruru and weka. - Check out the spiders and huge cave wētā - Look in the stream for native fish like the giant kōkopu - Hunt for kiwi footprints - Learn about the work of the …
Drop-in art activities for kids and families Every Saturday 10:30 – 12:30 (from 6 April 2024) Free (gold coin donation appreciated) Come into Uxbridge on Saturdays and join in the art-making with the Art Cupboard. Suitable for the whole family to join in, everything you need to get creating on your own is provided along …
It’s 2530, humans have left the planet and a new world has risen in their place! LEGO® Minifigures have taken over the planet and built intricate civilisations in the artifacts left behind, each one inspired by the object they now call home. Experience LEGO® like never before in this immersive new exhibition created by Australian LEGO® …
Get ready to be mesmerized by the return of Tūrama, a spectacular series of large-scale illuminated art installations that will light up Queen Street for the city centre's Matariki ki te Manawa programme. This creative collaboration between talented artists brings a unique blend of art, culture, and technology to the heart of the city, transforming …
This guided walk, led by our Huia Lodge Discovery Hub team, will encourage tamariki to use their imagination, learn about our farm and adventure in Cornwall Park. Suitable for ages 3+, grown-up participation is encouraged. Please dress for the weather conditions, wear sturdy shoes and bring a drink bottle as we will be leaving pathways …
Kōrero Kids - Singing the stars | Getting ready for Matariki Bring the whanau and prepare for a beautiful Matariki with Kōrero Kids! Led by Tanya Batt and Peter Forster, Kōrero Kids is Childhood Playgroup with a bicultural focus, learning Te Reo through waiata and tikanga Māori. Held on Tuesday mornings at 10am, in the …
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 …
EVERY WEEKEND, EXCEPT LABOUR WEEKEND 10AM - 10.30AM, 11AM - 11.30AM, 1PM - 1.30PM FREE, NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED LOOK OUT FOR THE SIGNAGE TO SEE THE ACTIVITY ON THE DAY Discover the delights of the natural world, in these immersive sessions inspired by the amazing collections in our Weird & Wonderful gallery. Our AM Learn …
Bring the whole family to Arataki Visitor Centre for a day of fun and learning to celebrate the Matariki season. Enjoy activities related to the nine whetū (stars) of matariki, join in on whakari (storytelling) with our friends from Glen Eden and Titirangi libraries, enjoy some kai with Friends of Arataki, and more! Free sausage …
From pterosaurs to paragliding — a full-speed flight through history! Take to the skies and discover the origins of flight. It’s a learning adventure of a father and his teenage daughter Lucy, who share a fascination for all things that fly. You’ll travel back in time to meet the pterosaurs and the ancestors of modern-day …
Create Beautiful Memories Together at Forest Hill! Join us on Sundays from 10am to 1pm for a fun-filled painting experience with your family or friends in Forest Hill. Unleash your creativity as you craft your own masterpiece or choose from a variety of images to paint. Bookings are essential, with a minimum of two people …
🎉 Kids Only Sustainable Market 🌟 Where kids run the show! Crafts, plants, baking, second hand and more! ** Stalls are fully booked!** Sunday 16 June, 10am - 1pm Mt Albert War Memorial Hall Come along to the most interesting and original market in town! It will be full of unique treasures, creative crafts, second …
Everyone’s welcome to join the fun at the annual Midwinter Dip. Come in your togs or come in costume! Devonport’s very own Druid will open proceedings. For the brave and the bold there’ll be free soup or Milo kindly provided by the wonderful people at the Officer’s Mess at Fort Takapuna and the 1st Devonport …
With the installation being active nightly, every night will be a shining bit of winter magic on Parnell—but make sure you don’t miss Fridays. On Friday nights in Heard Park while the installation is live, grab a free hot drink from Mrs Sippy coffee cart and enjoy some of New Zealand’s finest musicians as they …
Tīrama Mai is back this winter to celebrate Puaka-Matatiki in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch. The free, cultural festival, produced by Christchurch City Council, brings together an array of artistic, lighting and cultural displays, including performances and storytelling. Come into the city with friends and whānau to discover the trail of illuminated artworks, projections, music …
Join the Fun at Arts 4 Us! Free Creative Therapy Sessions for Kids! Dance & Arts Therapy NZ invites you to our FREE and popular Arts 4 Us drop-in sessions! Happening every Friday during term time at the Te Atatu Peninsula Community Centre from 3:30pm to 4:30pm, these exciting arts therapy sessions are perfect for …
It’s 2011 in Wellington and the seventh Rugby World Cup is just around the corner. Reprising his film role, John-Paul Foliaki stars as Maka, a Tongan superfan, who will do whatever it takes to score tickets for the most important game of their lives – the Tonga versus France Rugby World Cup game. When Maka …
GO, GO, GO JOSEPH! The National Youth Theatre Co proudly presents "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," a cherished musical that brings to life the enduring story of Joseph and his extraordinary multicolored coat. With lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, this lively and spirited production retells the adventures of …
Rainbow’s End enchanting Winter Lights are back and more magical than ever this winter! Winter Lights at Rainbow’s End is a winter wonderland featuring all your favourite rides plus over 35 kilometres of fairy lights through Gold Rush Town, the Log Flume Enchanted Forest, and the majestic new look Kidz Kingdom Castle, sparkling with magical fairy lights. Be sure …
Stardome's quiet hour offers a low-sensory environment tailored to accommodate individuals with autism or sensory and neurodiversity needs. During these sessions, we modify both our planetarium and broader gallery spaces to provide a gentler sensory experience, including: - A guided planetarium session exploring the night sky, led by a presenter - Reduced volume levels - …
Learning to ride a bike is one of those big childhood milestones and being part of that experience as a parent or caregiver is a thrill. If you are wondering how to get started or experiencing a few bumps along the way, then check out this FREE Kids Learn to Ride sessions. AT’s team of …
We are happy to announce we are coming back Howick! Join us for an evening filled with delectable delights! Our Food Trucks are back, bringing together a fantastic array of culinary experiences that are sure to tantalise your taste buds. Indulge in a variety of mouthwatering dinner options served up by a lineup of top-notch …
An introduction to the fascinating nocturnal creatures found in Lyford Reserve in Sunnynook, including insects, bugs, aquatic life such as fish and eels, and other night-dwelling creatures. These creatures are often unseen during the day but come alive at night. This 1-hour guided night tour at our local park concludes with a cup of hot …
This winter, prepare for Fire and Ice, when the happiest festival in New Zealand returns to Greytown from 29 June - 27 July 2024. Yes, the best little festival in New Zealand is back this winter, and it’s set to warm the cockles of your heart once again with a month long programme of spectacular …