Sometimes it feels like they only just went BACK to school, yet here we are again, getting ready for a new set of school holidays.
No matter the weather, we’ve gathered some of our tried and tested family favourite crafts and activities to keep the kids busy in-and-out of the house, please you’ll also be able to see what is happening around the nation these holidays and find more fun ideas in our Parenting Directory.
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Party at Highbury Shopping Centre
Location: Auckland
When: 8 – 19 July
Cost: FREE
Join the party at Highbury! We’ve got two great shows lined up – Week 1’s a Bubble Bonanza – giant bubbles, coloured bubbles, kids in a bubble, everything bubble; and Week 2 there’s music, dance, lights and games in a Magic Disco Show! It’ll be great fun. Shows are weekdays 11:30am & 12:30pm at the Mokoia Rd entrance. See you there!
Visit Kidz Kingdom at Rainbow’s End
Location: Auckland
When: 1 – 31 July
Cost: See prices at Rainbow’s End
With over 11 rides and attractions, Kidz Kingdom at Rainbow’s End is the perfect school holiday treat for under 8’s.
Kidz kingdom passes can enjoy plenty of entertainment too, with Crayola Party Time and the brand-new Rai and bow Show on Rainbow’s End Centre Stage.
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Catch a FREE movie at SKYCITY Theatre
Location: Auckland
When: 6 – 21 July
Cost: FREE
Bring the kids to watch Happy Feet, The Chronicles of Narnia, Ice Age 2 and Mr Popper’s Penguins on the big screen at SKYCITY Theatre these school holidays (6-21 July).
Present your Sky Tower or SkyWalk tickets and get a free adult/child ticket, or you can buy your own tickets separately (kids go free with a paying adult).
Secret Life of Pets 2 activity zone
Location: St Lukes, Auckland
When: 8 – 19 July
Cost: FREE
Head to St Lukes Westfield for some fur-tastic fun these School Holidays. Their The Secret Life of Pets 2 activity zone is the purr-fect reason to come out of the cold. They will be running 20 minute sessions which can be booked on the day at the activity zone on Centre Court.
- Make your own cat ears to take home in our celebration of our feline friends.
- Unleash your creativity by decorating a bandana for you or your pet.
Kids Go FREE at SKYCITY
Location: Auckland
When: 1 – 31 July
Cost: FREE
Kids Go Free at SKYCITY Auckland this July, with a huge range of activities and special offers for the whole family. Offers include:
- Sky Tower
- Movies in the Theatre
- Snow Globe Experience
- Sky Walk
- Sky Cafe
- Gusto at the Grand
- Andy’s Burgers & Bar
- Orbit 360 Dining
T&Cs apply.
Sheepworld
Location: Warkworth
When: N/A
Cost: See ticket prices online
Discover rural New Zealand with Sheepworld, 45 minutes north of Auckland.
- Entertaining fun for all the family.
- See the dog and sheep shows, explore the eco trail, and get up close to lots of farmyard animals.
- Café on site.
SPECIAL: Visit in July and come for the rest of the year for free!* (*T&Cs apply – see our Savings & Specials page for more information).
Aotea Square Ice Rink
Location: Auckland
When: 21 Jun – 28 July
Cost: See ticket prices online
Aotea Square Ice Rink and Ice Slide takes its place in the heart of the Auckland for the eighth year in a row.
A magical winter playground for kids and grownups, skate amongst the city lights, dress up and come to a themed party, or head along to a skating lesson so you can impress your mates!
Hours
- Sunday – Thursday: 10am – 10pm
- Friday and Saturday: 10am – 11pm
- Sunday 28 July: 10am – 9pm
Join the Holiday Crew!
Location: Whakapapa or Tūroa Ski Areas
When: 8-12 July & 15-19 July
Cost: $499 (Ages: 4-17 yrs)
The ultimate school holiday programme. Spend an amazing 5 days hanging with your own instructor & crew of snow buddies for heaps of fun in the snow.
- Full day supervision, lessons & lunch
- Same instructor & group all week
- Lift line priority
- Alternative supervised activities in Ohakune on closed days
Ferrymead Golf
Location: Christchurch
When: N/A
Cost: See ticket prices online
Ferrymead Golf has golf – outdoor and indoor mini golf courses, a 9 hole golf course, a driving range and golf lessons. Come for a game or some coaching PLUS they now have a fantastic new paint ball arena!
WINTER FAMILY SPECIAL: Pay only $49 for one mini putt game, 100+ balls on the driving range, a large pizza and a bowl of fries!
See our Savings & Specials page for deal dates and times.
Roll up! Roll up to Cirque du Play at Capital E!
Location: Wellington
When: 27 May – 14 November
Cost: Free
Experience spectacle, shadow play, kinetic mobiles and sculptures to play with in this new installation, inspired by artist Alexander Calder. Contemporary, fun and bold, Cirque du Play lets your child be the Ringleader of their own curious circus!
Take the kids out for the trip of a life time!
Location: Akaroa Harbour
When: until 20 July 2019
Cost: One child cruises FREE with every paying adult
Take your kids to see the world’s rarest and smallest dolphins these school holidays. Board the big Black Cat catamaran and explore Akaroa Harbour. See dolphins, penguins and seals in majestic surroundings.
Ready set holiday fun!
Have fun and make Memories these School Holidays by having a FAMILY GAME NIGHT.
Hasbro’s line up of classic and new board games will keep everyone amused for hours while enjoying quality face to face time together.
Cost: RRP for the Gift Box is $89.99
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