11 April 2025 - 26 April 2025
School break scheduled for Autumn 2025
Region(s): Auckland and surrounding areas
Type(s): educational events, exhibitions, workshops
Celebrate the scientific world during the spring school break! Here's a list of science-related activities happening around Auckland, New Zealand, during that time. To keep up with the latest updates, make sure to check individual event websites.
- Auckland Botanic GardensDaily: Head over to the Auckland Botanic Gardens for an array of family-friendly activities, including workshops focusing on creativity and nature, free nature photography workshops for those aged 14 and above, leaf mould workshops, and photography for beginners. Check out www.aucklandbotanicgardens.co.nz for a complete list of events.
- Auckland MuseumDaily: The Auckland War Memorial Museum invites you to explore Aotearoa New Zealand's history, its place in the Pacific, and its people. Don't miss the extended Bloodsuckers: Legends to Leeches exhibit. Check out www.aucklandmuseum.com for more information.
- Striped mosquito (Aedes notoscriptus)A pesky invasive species, this mosquito was introduced to Aotearoa in the 1920s and is now common in the North Island and southern parts of the South Island. The females feed on both humans and animals, preferring evening and early morning bites. For more details, visit the Auckland museum website at www.aucklandmuseum.com/whats-on.
- Auckland ZooDaily: The whole family will enjoy the Auckland Zoo, where you can attend keeper talks featuring various animals such as porcupines, flamingos, kiwis, and red pandas. For an intimate wildlife encounter, book a Zoo Experience or join an immersive tour through the six habitats of Te Wao Nui. Visit www.aucklandzoo.co.nz for more information.
- EcoFest22 March - 22 April: EcoFest is a month-long celebration of unique environment and sustainable living across Auckland. The event offers interactive workshops, experiences, and activities for all ages aimed at restoring and celebrating our natural environment in a practical way.
- Little Scientists!14-24 April: This science-based school holiday programme in Auckland caters to children aged 5-10, with the goal of increasing engagement in science. Find out more at www.littlescientists.co.nz/holiday-programme-auckland.
- Butterfly Creekdaily: Boasting a unique blend of zoo exhibits and fun attractions, Butterfly Creek offers an entertaining visit for all ages. Discover a wide variety of animals, and participate in the Junior Keeper Rookie programme (aged 7-11) or Junior Keeper Explorers programme (aged 11-14). Visit www.butterflycreek.co.nz for programme details.
- MOTATDaily: The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) is the ultimate destination for school holidays! With two locations and free heritage tram rides connecting them, daily activities, and live shows, MOTAT promises to make your holidays fun and unforgettable. For specific events, check out www.motat.nz.
- Stardome Observatory and PlanetariumDaily: Marvel at the universe with a range of planetarium shows at Stardome, including "Ngā Whetū o Ngahuru (The Stars of Autumn)," "Accidental Astronauts," "Mars 1001," "Astronaut," and "3-2-1 Liftoff!" For more information, visit www.stardome.org.nz.
For events happening in other regions, see the original article here: 11 April 2025 - 26 April 2025 - Science-related activities during the autumn school holidays in New Zealand
If you know of any additional science-related events in Auckland during the April 2025 school holidays, please email us at enquiries@our website.
During the science-focused activities in Auckland, attendees can participate in the educational 'Little Scientists!' program aimed at increasing engagement in science among children aged 5-10 (education-and-self-development, learning). Additionally, there's the environmental-science themed EcoFest, offering a month-long celebration of sustainable living and interaction with nature (environmental-science, learning).
