Don’t let the winter season stop you from getting those wiggles out; join the fun at Bounce’s indoor trampoline park. There are plenty of fun activities for the family, including airbags, a dodgeball arena for some friendly competition, wall climbing, and slam dunks, all while you bounce. There’s something different for everyone. Warm up this winter with 60 minutes of epic indoor fun, and other bonuses. With family-friendly prices, Bounce offers the ultimate indoor experience.

Looking for an affordable way to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Te Papa has a packed programme of free family-friendly activities, hands-on events and engaging exhibitions, plus six floors of exhibits to explore at your own pace. Whether you’re popping in for an hour or planning a full day out, there’s something for every age. Don’t miss:

✔️ Autism New Zealand LEGO® Art Display and Whānau Fun Day returns!
✔️ Immersive Scott’s Discovery Hut VR Experience (booking required)
✔️ Explore the stories behind the stars with Mānawatia a Matariki
✔️ Free entry for NZ residents plus free school holiday events and activities
✔️ Open daily throughout the school holidays (10am–6pm)

Looking for a family holiday destination that ticks all the boxes? Dunedin is packed with kid-approved adventures, from incredible wildlife encounters and hands-on museums to indoor and outdoor family fun. Discover why this underrated southern gem deserves a spot on your family’s travel list.

Celebrate Matariki at the New Zealand Maritime Museum with a month of activities inspired by Waitā, the Matariki star connected to the ocean. Highlights include Matariki Herenga Waka, where tamariki become apprentice wayfinders, building a cardboard waka and exploring the stars of Matariki through traditional navigation. Families can also enjoy the popular Matariki Memory Stone Make Days, create woven stars at Kaui Whetū Make Days, or join in for a fun and interactive waiata session. Events take place throughout July and are free, with the exception of the school holiday programme, which costs $5 per child.

Dog Man: The Musical is leaping onto the Bruce Mason Centre stage next week! A musical adaption of Dav Pilkey’s best-selling books, this hilarious, heartwarming show is bursting with laughs, musical numbers and tail-wagging fun that all Dog Man fans are sure to love. Dog Man: The Musical is on from Tue 14 – Sat 18 July. Fetch your tickets now!

✔ Fun
✔ Educational
✔ Suitable for beginner to advanced coders

Relax and sip on a coffee while Coding NZ take your child or teen on an awesome code learning journey! Students will learn valuable technology skills while experiencing professional coding languages. If a certain milestone is reached, you’ll be emailed a certificate after the activity!

Sessions run online at 4pm, 5pm and 6pm every weekday of the July 2026 holidays.

Join a Northern Rocks school holiday program to keep the kids active, engaged, having fun, and learning new skills. Full day programs are lead by experienced coaches and offer fun climbing games, body movement and literacy, the essential skills of bouldering, yoga, team building activities and of course, loads of fun!

$99 non-members / guests
$89 with Northern Rocks membership
Flexible drop off / pick up times on request

MOTAT is your go-to for whānau fun these school holidays. Explore exhibitions like Forces of Flight, get hands-on with science in Te Puawānanga Science and Technology Centre and light-themed activities, plus Matariki star making. With something for everyone and great value family passes, it’s an easy full-day school holiday adventure.

Included in general admission.

Give your kids a holiday full of skill, confidence, and fun on real snow!

Snowplanet’s School Holiday Program is open to ski children ages 5 and over and snowboarding for children ages 7 and over and runs Monday to Friday, with sessions designed for kids to learn in a progression-based program. From their first turn to improving technique, every child develops their skiing or snowboarding skills step by step.

They’ll be learning alongside other kids, building friendships, having fun, and gaining confidence on the snow, all with expert instructors and included gear hire.

Spaces are limited, so book now and give your kids a holiday where they grow, learn, and thrive on snow!

Immerse yourself in endless wonder at Te Whatu Stardome these school holidays as they invite you to explore the Matariki star cluster. With the opportunity to wander the skies, learn about the importance of Matariki in Aotearoa and te ao Māori, whether you are a frequent star traveller or experiencing Matariki for the first time, let Stardome be your guide along the way. With so many different shows to choose from, there’s plenty of fun and learning to be done at Te Whatu Stardome.

Waterworld is hosting its awesome indoor Wipeout waterparks these holidays.

4 -5 July  AC Baths Taupo
6 – 8 July Napier Aquatic Centre
10 – 12 July (Matariki) Kiwa Pools, Gisborne
13- 15 July Te Ngaengae Pools, Lower Hutt
17 – 18 July Sacred Heart Pool, Auckland

Book now to avoid missing out on these EPIC family fun events.

Looking for a unique school holiday activity in Wellington? Kids aged 6+ can learn real leatherworking techniques inspired by the Wētā Workshop costume crew at their Junior Intro to Leatherwork sessions.

Bevel, design and dye your very own leather keepsake using professional tools – bevellers, stamps and bone holders. No experience needed, and all materials are provided. Workshops run daily throughout the July school holidays at Wētā Workshop Experiences, Miramar.

$32 per child (parents and guardians are free). Spots are limited.

Warning! Monsters in production.

Monster Mischief Lab is a hands-on clay sculpting workshop for kids aged 6+ at Wētā Workshop Unleashed, Auckland.

Learn real creature design techniques used by the pros: shape, texture, exaggeration and pure creative chaos. Sneaky or powerful? Slimy or spiky? You decide. Guided by the Unleashed crew, young makers sculpt their own original monster to take home in this 60-minute workshop.

No experience needed. Sessions run daily throughout the July school holidays.

$29 per child (parents and guardians are free). Spots are limited.

Embrace sky-high school holiday fun this July! The Sky Tower is teaming up with the Minions & Monsters Movie to bring raucous family fun from 328m above the city.

Take on a ‘Minions & Monsters’ themed scavenger hunt and games across three observation decks with stunning views of Auckland’s cityscape in the background.

Unleash your creativity at the craft workshop before finishing off with themed treats at the Lewis Road Creamery parlour. With free parking included, it’s the ultimate escape for the whole family these school holidays!

Visit 4 – 19 July 2026
Book now to get your $99 Family Pass today