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Get ready for a journey under the sea! Meet Pania the Starfish and her underwater friends in an interactive play about the power of friendship. Then, get busy with an activity book which explores our galleries and earn your very own sailor’s patch! Schedule: Mondays to Fridays Session 1 | 10:30am–11:00am Session 2 | 11:30am–12:00pm …

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Ahoy, matey! Join our pirate crew for swashbuckling activities like walking the plank and treasure hunts, all led by Captain Jack himself! This will be a fun-filled experience for kids who are welcome to dress up as pirates for the occasion.

One of our biggest fundraisers is on and the fairies cannot wait to see you! Join us, bring your children, family and friends for a magical day in the garden! Activities you can enjoy on the day: - Live Music - Get crafty and decorate cupcakes - Face painting - Removable tattoos - Meet the …

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Dive into our captivating Mermaid workshop where boys and girls can explore the wonders of the sea and come dressed as their favorite characters for an unforgettable experience!

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 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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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!

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 …

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