Enjoy the FREE 2km sculpture trail of New Zealand artists at Auckland Botanic Gardens.

The sculpture trail is a perfect family day out at the gardens and a fun way for children to learn about New Zealand modern art.  The 2km outdoor sculpture trail features 20 impressive large sculptures made by New Zealand artists.

Don’t forget to pick up the free Fun Trail Guide booklet for the kids and an adults Trail Guide for yourself from the Visitor Centre before you set off on the trail.

The Visitor Centre is closed on Christmas Day only.

Read about Auckland for Kids visit to the Sculpture in the Gardens here.

Sculpture in the Gardens runs over summer until 1 March 2020.

Every day we interact with incredible machines and feats of engineering that make our lives easier.

Machine Makers is an immersive exhibition at MOTAT showcasing the fundamentals of engineering by examining the six simple machines: the building blocks for more complex inventions.

This engaging exhibition features six big simple machines for visitors to try for themselves. Take a hands-on approach to learning and uncover the physics behind each simple machine.

See amazing examples from MOTAT’s collection of complex machines – things made of two or more simple machines.

With all this inspiration, apply your newfound knowledge and get stuck into making your own creations in the Machine MakersLab.

MOTAT is open every day in summer, except for Christmas Day when it is closed.

Machine Makers exhibition is on until 27 April 2020.

Recommended for kids aged 8 to 12 years old. 

Viist the kid friendly VOYAGE TO AOTEAROA: TUPAIA AND THE ENDEAVOUR exhibition at Auckland Museum.

Jump on board this Pacific adventure where you can sail a va’a around the Society Islands, experience life as a sailor, and the charting of the coastline of Aotearoa.

You and your family can experience life as it was 250 years ago in our action-packed new exhibition. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the world of Tupaia, the Tahitian navigator, high priest and artist, as he journeys on the Endeavour to Aotearoa New Zealand.

With three parts to this exhibition, each with child-friendly interactive activities, we feature the little-known story of Tupaia and the significant role he played in James Cook’s first voyage. Experience life as a sailor, navigate your vessel across the ocean, watch Tupaia’s paintings come to life, and more.

Summer school holidays – Quest of the Navigators activity
During the summer school holidays collect a map from the information desk  and follow the clues to discover what skills, tools and knowledge were used in the pre-digital age, while the kids and you explore the Museum galleries.

The exhibition is on until Sunday 15 March 2020.

Visit Auckland Art Gallery’s major exhibition Denmark Design and join the exhibition’s co-coordinating curator, Emma Jameson, for a unique tour especially designed for families and children. Discover the stories behind the objects on display, then take part in a fun, family design challenge using LEGO to build an item inspired by the exhibition.

This event has limited capacity. Please book online to secure your spot.

Bring the Whanau along to Mercy Hospice’s family fun walk – UNITE! at the Auckland Domain.

Mercy Hospice wants people from all walks of life to join in and celebrate their heritage in this exciting event – a 6km walk around the Auckland Domain with music, entertainment and food from around the world.

This is charity event that celebrates Auckland’s rich and diverse heritage, while demonstrating that Mercy Hospice cares for patients from all backgrounds and cultures. There will be food trucks and cultural music/entertainment throughout. A whole lot of fun for kids while also learning about other people’s cultures and embracing Auckland’s diverse nature.