Entertainment
As the first term of the year comes to an end, it’s time to think about autumn holiday entertainment ideas. We’ve put together some fun indoor options to get you started.
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Dudley Park Aquatic Centre
Dudley Park Aquatic Centre offers indoor heated pools for recreational swimming, a spa pool, WaiSwim swimming lessons and aquarobics. Phone 03-311-8905 for more information.
PHATSK8 Roller Discos
Hit the roller disco at Prebbleton or Rolleston these holidays. Great value at $6 each including skate hire. Phone 03-349-9924 or visit www.phatsk8.co.nz to book.
Air Force Museum
A journey of discovery and adventure with 29 fully restored aircraft and interactive entertainment. Free admission to main museum. Phone 03-343-9504.
HOYTS Riccarton
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Timezone Games
Transport yourself to another world at Timezone Games. For great games, awesome prizes and serious fun visit Timezone Westfield Riccarton, www.timezonegames.co.nz.
The Princess and The Frog
Riccarton Players presentsThe Princess and The Frog at Hagley Open Stage Theatre from 12-22 April. Book on 03-338-4699 or visit www.riccartonplayers.co.nz.
Rock climbing for kids at The Roxx
You’ve tried Clip’N Climb, now climb on the Roxx side! Introductory belay briefing, harness and shoe hire for only $15 during the holidays. Kids must be 13-years-old to belay or an adult can be taught to belay for those under 13. Phone 03-377-3000 or visit www.theroxx.co.nz for more information.
Cushion Theatre at The Malthouse
Come and watch Billy Goats Gruff these school holidays and find out what the troll really likes to eat! Visit www.malthouse.co.nz for details.
El Gregoe The Magician at Barrington
Watch one of 16 magic shows these school holidays at Barrington Shopping Centre. Tuesdays to Fridays, 11.30am and 1.30pm. Phone 03-332-4221.
The Court Theatre presents Rapunzel
The new Court Theatre in Addington brings the classic fairytale Rapunzel to life from 11-21 April. For tickets book at www.courttheatre.org.nz.
Orana Park
Experience unique animal encounters only 15 minutes from Christchurch Airport. Hand feed giraffe, view rhino and see the mighty lions. Open 10am-5pm. Visit www.oranawildlifepark.co.nz.
The Plains Railway-Ashburton
Take a steam train ride and explore the museum and play area. Open 7, 8 and 22nd April. Phone 03-308-9600 or visit www.plainsrailway.co.nz.
Reading Cinemas
Reading Cinemas, The Palms is Christchurch city’s first class, eight-screen cinema complex featuring wall-to-wall screens, digital sound, stadium seating, luxury armchair comfort and value-packed candy bar deals! www.readingcinemas.co.nz.
Autumn Racing Carnival
Free entry and family on-course activities at the Autumn Racing Carnival, Riccarton Park. Visit www.riccartonpark.co.nz for dates.
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
Visit Willowbank’s big five: the tuatara-cousin to the dinosaur; our national symbol-the kiwi; the cheeky kea; the mighty takahe and the very rare kaka. Visit www.willowbank.co.nz.
Christchurch Airport Marathon
Whether taking on the full marathon, half marathon, 10km or kids’ Mara’Fun, your challenge is made manageable by scenic surroundings and residents cheering from their front gates. The Christchurch Airport Marathon offers something for everyone. www.sbsmarathon.co.nz/
Compiled by Karen Theobald
