Calendar of Events

Summer may be over, but the mild weather is hanging in there. Make the most of it before winter arrives and check out some of the family friendly events below. Happy Easter!

Daily
Jump aboard the beautifully refurbished Auckland Dockline Tram as it loops around the new Wynyard Quarter situated on the Harbour waterfront. Open 10am-5pm. Adults $5, children $1, under-fives free. More details at www.aucklandtram.co.nz.

From now (for further dates and venues in 2012 visit www.In2it.co.nz)
Join the In2it Street Crew as they bring free outdoor art sessions to young people in partnership with Auckland City Council. All art material and resources will be provided. These free events are open to those between 10-17 years and everyone is welcome whatever their skill level.

26 May

Uxbridge Creative Centre in the heart of Howick is offering an afternoon of activities specifically for kids. Full of fun, performances and more. Gold coin entry. 1pm-3pm.

2-4 June

The Model X Hobby Show at the Henderson Recreation Centre has a selection of around 60 exhibitors displaying hobby interests and activities for the whole family. Full times and details www.model-x.org.nz

2-4 June

Train enthusiasts should visit Manukau Live Steamers in Centre Park, Robertson Road in Manukau. Weather permitting, the public can come and ride the trains and see the various visiting locomotives. From 11am-4pm.

6 June

Watch the once in a lifetime event – ‘The Transit of Venus’ – a free public open day at the Auckland Stardome Observatory & Planetarium. 10am-5pm www.stardome.org.nz

9-10 June
On at the ASB Showgrounds in Greenlane, the Gluten Free Food and Allergy Show is dedicated to bringing parents ideas and solutions for a wide range of allergy and intolerance issues. From 10am-5pm. Adults $10, kids under 10 free.

1-24 June
The Auckland Festival of Photography takes place within Auckland’s major galleries, project spaces and public spaces, so all Aucklanders can discover the art of photography. For the full programme check out www.photographyfestival.org.nz.

Compiled by Lee Keenan