School Holidays in the Square

Pukekohe Town Square King Street, Pukekohe, New Zealand

Looking for some fun this school break? Come along to School Holidays in the Square! It's a Free day of games, activities, and entertainment that your whole family will enjoy. Location: Pukekohe Town Square and 1 Roulston Date: Wednesday, 24 April Time: 10am - 2pm We have heaps of fun planned so come down and …

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MATARIKI – NGĀ WHETŪ O TE TAU HOU

Stardome Observatory and Planetarium 670 Manakau Road, Epsom, Auckland, New Zealand

Matariki - Ngā Whetū o te Tau Hou Matariki - The Stars of the New Year Following four years of sell-out runs, Stardome’s annual Matariki celebrations return for 2024. From the comfort of your planetarium seat, you’ll embark on a journey to ngā whetū (the stars) and beyond to uncover the purākau (stories) and significance …

The Wild Robot Wonders at the Sky Tower

Sky Tower Corner Victoria and Federal Streets, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

An adventurous robot lands at the Sky Tower, bringing a flourish of wilderness wonders to explore! A new Universal Pictures movie based on the famous children’s book ‘The Wild Robot’, is in cinemas this September. To celebrate, enjoy a 360° view of Tāmaki Makaurau with your whānau and enjoy a wild experience at the Sky …

Gigantic Family Fun at Butterfly Creek

Butterfly Creek 10 Tom Pearce drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland, New Zealand

Come and visit Dinosaur Kingdom at Butterfly Creek these school holidays! With more dino’s than you will find anywhere in Auckland, come along and see these prehistoric giants roar and move, and on selected days, keep an eye out for our walking dinosaur as it roams the park. This Easter weekend, join our Golden Egg Hunt …

Wharenui Harikoa

The Civic Cnr of Queen Street & 269-287 Wellesley Street West, Auckland, New Zealand

In celebration of Matariki 2025, the nation’s woollen wharenui returns to her place of origin — Tāmaki Makaurau. Wharenui Harikoa, the world's first crocheted wharenui, opens at The Civic in Auckland from 5 - 27 July – marking a powerful act of homecoming and aroha. Returning to her place of conception, creation and cultural roots is somewhat …

Make Days at the Maritime Museum

Corner of Quay and Hobson Street Viaduct Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand

Pom-pom Penguins Every Sun in July, 10am - 2pm | Free with museum entry Stay warm this winter by making fluffy pom-pom penguins! Inspired by our Into Ocean & Ice exhibition, brighten up the cold days with a soft, woolly friend. Perfect for all ages!

The Gruffalo

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

Based on the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler A mouse took a stroll through the deep, dark wood... After sell-out seasons across the world, including London’s West End & Broadway, The Gruffalo returns to Aotearoa for the first time since 2016! Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic award-winning picture book by Julia …

Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike

Howick Little Theatre 1 Sir Lloyd Drive, Pakuranga, Auckland, New Zealand

Vanya and Sonia have led quiet and uneventful lives while taking care of their ageing parents in their family home. However, their peaceful existence is upended when their glamorous movie-star sister Masha unexpectedly arrives with her much-younger boyfriend in tow and a plan to sell the house. Insecurities and old resentments boil over in a weekend …

July School Holiday | Abstract Art

Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki Wellesley Street East, Auckland City Centre, Auckland, New Zealand

Abstract? What is That? Have you ever looked at the artwork and thought: What is that? Abstract art can be like that! Instead of illustrating something real, abstract artworks use lines, shapes and colours to express feelings or ideas. Head to the Kids & Whānau Create area in Te Ātea | North Atrium to make …

Future Potters Club

Studio One Toi Tu 1 Ponsonby Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand

Ignite your child’s creativity and let them discover the wonders of clay with Future Potters Club! In our weekly hands-on classes, your child will create imaginative creatures to scenes from a movie. Designed to spark imagination, our classes offer a chance to make one-of-a-kind pottery while developing artistic skills. Join us today! Age : 6-12 …

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles

Holy Trinity Cathedral 446 Parnell Road, Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand

Candlelight Concerts Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Auckland. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen and The Beatles at Holy Trinity Cathedral - Auckland under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info 📍 Venue: Holy Trinity Cathedral - …

Winter Lights – Enchanted Evenings

Rainbow's End 2 Clist Crescent, Manukau City Centre, Auckland, New Zealand

Rainbow’s End enchanting Winter Lights are back and more magical than ever this winter! Winter Lights at Rainbow’s End transforms the park into a dazzling winter wonderland. Step into a magical world, with all your favourite rides plus over 40 kilometres of sparkling lights winding through Gold Rush Town, the Log Flume Enchanted Forest, and the majestic Kidz Kingdom …