School Holiday Guide - Autumn

New Zealand's best guide to keep the kids entertained during the school holidays including activities, events and idea's to keep the kids active and busy.

Art Galleries and Museums are excellent on so many levels: entry is free, they keep everyone interested for hours, and they are close by. You'll be surprised how much kids love them.

Friday 3rd April 2026 - Sunday 19th April 2026

Check back regularly as new events are added daily including children's activities and care programs, festivals, exhibitions, shows and attractions.

2026 school holidays

Term 1
Friday 3 April to Sunday 19 April 2026.

Public holidays: Good Friday 3 April, Easter Monday 6 April, Easter Tuesday 7 April (a school holiday).

Term 2
Saturday 4 July to Sunday 19 July 2026.

Public holiday: Matariki – Friday 10 July.

Term 3
Saturday 26 September to Sunday 11 October 2026.

Summer holidays
Start no later than Saturday 19 December 2026 and run for 5 or 6 weeks (from school's closing date until opening date of school the following year).

School Holiday Activities

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Date/s: Friday 3rd April 2026 - Sunday 19th April 2026

Air Force Museum of New Zealand | Open Hours & Tickets

When: 7 Days (Monday - Sunday)

Venue: Air Force Museum of New Zealand

Opening Hours Open daily 9.30am to 4.30pm (except Christmas Day, 25 December) Free Admission - New Zealanders Entry to our museum is free for all New Zealanders and people.. Show More..

Auckland Museum

Address: The Auckland Domain, Parnell, Auckland 1021

Auckland War Memorial Museum is one of New Zealand's first Museums. The Museum tells the story of New Zealand, its place in the Pacific and its people. The Museum is a war memo.. Show More..

Classic Flyers Aviation Museum & Cafe

Address: 9 Jean Batten Drive,, Mount Maunganui 3116

A group of passionate individuals got together to achieve this dream of creating Classic Flyers to protect the rich and precious history of New Zealand aviation. Come and see cl.. Show More..

Kids Movies Guide: School Holidays

Address: New Zealand

Movies for the kids these school holidays .. It's action, comedy and excitement central these school holidays, with a supersonically awesome program of family-friendly films. .. Show More..

Museum of New Zealand | Te Papa Tongarewa

Address: 55 Cable Street, Wellington

New Zealand's bold and innovative national museum. Te Papa is a landmark building in the heart of Wellington. It's an engineering feat, rich with symbolism, and accessible t.. Show More..

Museum of Transport and Technology: Open Hours

When: 7 Days (Monday - Sunday)

Venue: Museum of Transport and Technology: MOTAT

MOTAT opened in 1964 and since then has been explored and enjoyed by millions of visitors. MOTAT holds over 300,000 items in our collection showcasing the innovation, technology.. Show More..

New Zealand Maritime Museum - Open & Tickets

When: 7 Days (Monday - Sunday)

Venue: New Zealand Maritime Museum - Auckland

The Museum is open every day except Christmas day from 10am - 5pm (final entry 4pm) Auckland Visitors Museum Entry Adults $ 24 Seniors/Students $19 Children (5 - 14 years) .. Show More..

SEA LIFE Aquarium Auckland | Open Hours & Tickets

When: 7 Days (Monday - Sunday)

Venue: SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium | Auckland

SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's is an all weather indoor attraction - visit us rain, hail or shine! SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's is a New Zealand icon and one of the top things to do in Au.. Show More..

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