Travel back in time on our Dinosaur Discovery Track to experience some of the awe-inspiring creatures that lived up to 250 million years ago and learn about their connections with animals we care for here at the Zoo today and are helping to conserve in the wild. This immersive educational experience in the Zoo’s former …
Travel back in time on our Dinosaur Discovery Track to experience some of the awe-inspiring creatures that lived up to 250 million years ago and learn about their connections with animals we care for here at the Zoo today and are helping to conserve in the wild. This immersive educational experience in the Zoo’s former …
Step into the legacy of New Zealand rugby through the First XV Jersey Collection - a powerful tribute to the players, moments, and stories that shaped our national identity. This extraordinary collection features 15 iconic jerseys from over a century of New Zealand Rugby history - each one representing a defining moment in the black …
Join the Bad Guys crew and break into a school holiday adventure at the Sky Tower! This September, the Bad Guys are striking the cinemas once again! To celebrate, the gang is teaming up with the Sky Tower to challenge kids with exciting missions that will test if they've got what it takes to join …
Looking for an unforgettable family day out these school holidays? Celebrate the arrival of Spring with an adventure at Butterfly Creek! Spring is the perfect time to get out and explore, and our park is full of exciting experiences for the whole family. Say hello to the newest arrivals in Buttermilk Farm — from cheeky …
Test your skills, roll the dice and spin the wheel! Inspired by the 2025 Heritage Festival theme ‘Auckland at Play', experience classic games, fun pastimes and old-fashioned entertainment such as marionette and stick puppet theatre. Step back in time in hands-on demos and activities with costumed guides. Explore the historic buildings and heritage gardens and …
This September School Holiday we’re all about mascots. Come and hunt the museum’s mascot Torpedo Ted who is hiding in the galleries. Find all the bears and go in the draw to win your very own Torpedo Ted! Then, head along to our learning space Tūhura and invent your own magical mascot to draw and …
Join our Design Your Own Mug workshop—a hands-on ceramic painting experience perfect for creative kids and teens this school holiday! Each participant (ages 9–16) will receive a bisque-fired ceramic mug, ready to decorate in their own unique style. To make it even more fun, they’ll choose from quirky handle designs like a croissant, donut, baguette, …
Looking for something special these school holidays? At Thrillzone Auckland, our OSCAR-approved Holiday Programme offers a boutique experience with small groups, ensuring every child (ages 7–13) gets the attention and fun they deserve. From thrilling activities and escape adventures to creative team challenges, it’s the ultimate mix of learning, laughter, and action! With full-day and half-day options available, …
All aboard for a school holiday adventure at the New Zealand Maritime Maritime Museum! Step back in time and explore the Pacific through fun, hands-on activities. Craft a colourful garland lei, plot your course across Pacific islands, hunt for souvenirs, and discover the world of old-school cruise ship fun, right here on shore. Perfect for …
One Day School for ages 6-12 year olds at Altiora Performing Arts. An alternative education programme based on Circo Arts and focusing on four main modalities: *STRENGTH *FLEXIBILITY *CREATIVITY *PLAY These will be explored as a framework for Hauora/Wellbeing. Class Schedule: 9:30am - Welcome/Wellbeing Check ins 9:45am - Circus Arts physical training (acrobatics, aerials, equilibristics, …
Join us at Paint & Sip these school holidays. We have everything at the studio, so just bring yourself and get ready to paint. 5 yrs+ (5-7yrs caregiver supervision required) Workshops: Sweet‘Art Sunday 21 September | 2pm - 3.30pm Tickets Tie-dye Bags + Painting Thursday 25 September | 2.30pm - 5pm Tickets Glow …
The Bubble Spectacular – Starring Dr Hubble’s Bubbles! Enter the bubbly-brilliant world of Dr Hubble, as he presents The Bubble Spectacular – a fun-filled, out of this world, bubble-riffic show! Expect to be amazed as the ultimate master of bubbles, Dr Hubble, creates little bubbles, BIG bubbles, volcano bubbles, tornado bubbles, square bubbles and with a bit of …
With a wicked stepmother (Eleanor Audley) and two jealous stepsisters (Rhoda Williams, Lucille Bliss) who keep her enslaved and in rags, Cinderella (Ilene Woods) stands no chance of attending the royal ball. When her fairy godmother (Verna Felton) appears and magically transforms her reality into a dream come true, Cinderella enchants the handsome Prince Charming …
The Bubble Spectacular – Starring Dr Hubble’s Bubbles! Enter the bubbly-brilliant world of Dr Hubble, as he presents The Bubble Spectacular – a fun-filled, out of this world, bubble-riffic show! Expect to be amazed as the ultimate master of bubbles, Dr Hubble, creates little bubbles, BIG bubbles, volcano bubbles, tornado bubbles, square bubbles and with a bit of his …
Be part of a gigantic chessboard in Aotea Square! Ready to level up your school holidays? Gather your friends, whānau and fellow grandmasters to experience the FREE immersive installation Checkmate – a giant-sized chess set featuring 14 towering pieces, part of this year’s We The Young children’s festival. Checkmate is an engaging and interactive experience that brings …
Te Moana Glow Show, a stunning glow-in-the-dark theatre experience, is showing exclusively at Kōmanawa Theatre, part of the Te Puna Creative Hub (formerly know as Whoa Studios) in Henderson. Bring your tamariki, whānau, and friends for this epic storytelling experience, loved by kids all around Aotearoa and reimagined since its last outing in 2020. Set …
Be captivated these school holidays by the gorgeous puppet show, Once in a Full Moon, performed by Anna Bailey of String Bean Puppets. Deep in the bush, a lonely kiwi looks up at the sky and mistakes the full moon for a giant egg. Can kiwis fly? Can moons fall from the sky? Can wishes …
BOOKARAMA returns this October school holidays with five days of books galore at the Howick College Gymnasium. From Wednesday to Sunday you can browse thousands of quality second-hand books at bargain prices – a family favourite event not to be missed. Dates: Wednesday to Sunday, second week of the October school holidays Opening Hours: Thursday, …
Thursday 01 May - Friday 03 Oct 2025 Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm (excl. public holidays) Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts | Foyer Gallery Join us in celebrating the superheroes of art and illustration, sharing stories about superheroes, and shaping our future by connecting with our tamariki through art and story. Ka rawe! When …
Calling All Young Creatives! This school holidays, we’re thrilled to welcome tamariki to be part of the Seekers Market – a special opportunity for young makers to showcase their creativity and run their very own stall! For just $10, kids can join our vibrant market community on Saturday, 10am–3pm, and share their handmade crafts, baking, …
FREE these school holidays! Join us outside Space Place to make a bottle rocket, then send it soaring! Space Place is excited to celebrate Space Week with a FREE rocket activity for all whānau these school holidays. We’ll be sending water rockets and pump rockets into the atmosphere. Head inside Space Place to build and …
Take a small break from the colourful and energetic celebration and visit the Central City Library. The library has a dedicated parent’s room, ice cold water running from the water fountain and lockable charging stations for your phones so you can continue taking photos and videos of the Diwali Festival. Be inspired by the specially …
Grab a free coffee* and catch up with your parent friends, while Monty the Monkey entertains your under fives with colouring, crafts and stories. It’s the best way to have coffee group without the mess! Plus your kids can play with thousands of LEGO® DUPLO® bricks each time, creating and connecting anything their imagination can …
Rev up your engines and get ready to smash, crash and splatter! Little Drivers can zoom through muddy tracks, crush pretend cars, and create their own monster truck mayhem! Expect plenty of dirt, foam, and colourful chaos — perfect for your mini monster truck fans to dig, dump, and demolish to their heart’s content. All …
The BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival is New Zealand's premier Indian cultural festival. It's a free, family-friendly event held every year. The BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival, known as 'The Festival of Lights', draws over 65,000 attendees. Since its inception in 2002, the festival has been a vibrant showcase, featuring traditional and contemporary music, dance, and stalls offering …
Step into the vibrant world of India and South-East Asia at this year’s Diwali Festival of Lights. Enjoy a lively event filled with music, dance, and cultural performances, plus fun activities for the whole whānau. Explore Indian fashion and jewellery stalls, try your hand at henna and lantern-making, meet local community groups, and feast on …
A dog’s eye view of Wellington waterfront history with Wellington Museum Senior Curator, Taonga, Ian Wards. Bring your canine family member. Dog treats included! Who was Paddy the Wanderer? Paddy the Wanderer was a beloved Airdale Terrier known for roaming Wellington waterfront in the 1930s. After many adventures and years of dedication to the city’s …
About the event Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show ⭐ Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty has arrived in Tauranga This beloved tale is brought to life through classical dance, stunning choreography, and beautiful glow-in-the-dark costumes. Get your tickets for Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show in Tauranga! Highlights 🩰 …
The Kinloch Market is a massive vibrant annual market operating every year on the Sunday of Labour weekend, 9am-4pm at the Kinloch Domain Join us this year for over 200 fantastic art and crafts stalls, an abundance of street food, talented local musicians will rock the stage, bouncy castles (FREE), horse riding, a playground and …