Free events in Christchurch

Fun doesn't have to be expensive. Here are the free family-friendly events happening in Christchurch.

Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu
Free
Ages 0–12

Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu

00:00

Every library holds taonga - some nestled safely away, others passed through countless hands.Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu b...

Tūranga
Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu: Exhibition
Free
Ages 6–12

Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu: Exhibition

00:00

Every library holds taonga - some nestled safely away, others passed through countless hands.Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu b...

Tūranga
Dinosaurs: Surviving Extinction
Free
Ages 3–0

Dinosaurs: Surviving Extinction

09:00 – 17:00

Experience a close encounter with dinosaur skeletons, including a 9-metre-long relative of the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex,...

Canterbury Museum
Wā Kōrero-Whānau Storytimes
Free
Ages 0–12

Wā Kōrero-Whānau Storytimes

10:30 – 11:00

Meet others in our community when you and your child join us for a fun variety of stories, songs and rhymes to foster th...

Tūranga
Wā Kōrero-Whānau Storytimes
Free
Ages 0–12

Wā Kōrero-Whānau Storytimes

11:00 – 11:30

Meet others in our community when you and your child join us for a fun variety of stories, songs and rhymes to foster th...

South Colombo Library
Miniature Train Rides
Free

Miniature Train Rides

13:00 – 16:00

Miniature steam and electric trains run at Halswell Domain, offering $2 rides through tunnels, bridges, and a station. W...

Halswell Miniature Trains (C.S.M.E.E.)
Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu
Free
Ages 0–12

Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu

00:00

Every library holds taonga - some nestled safely away, others passed through countless hands.Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu b...

Tūranga
Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu: Exhibition
Free
Ages 6–12

Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu: Exhibition

00:00

Every library holds taonga - some nestled safely away, others passed through countless hands.Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu b...

Tūranga
Wā Pēpi-Babytimes
Free
Ages 0–2

Wā Pēpi-Babytimes

10:30 – 11:00

Meet others in the community and join our relaxed, fun group for interactive songs, rhymes, and books to delight and dev...

Tūranga
Pukapuka Group Aranui
Free
Ages 0–5

Pukapuka Group Aranui

11:00 – 11:30

Pukapuka group is an opportunity for tamariki to explore farm yards, or be blasted into space, or find out what happened...

Aranui Plunket Clinic
International Parenting Group - Playgroup
Free
Ages 0–2

International Parenting Group - Playgroup

14:00 – 15:30

A welcoming space for caregivers and babies with a dedicated play area. Connect with other families in an inclusive, sup...

Christchurch Plunket Family Centre
Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu
Free
Ages 0–12

Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu

00:00

Every library holds taonga - some nestled safely away, others passed through countless hands.Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu b...

Tūranga
Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu: Exhibition
Free
Ages 6–12

Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu: Exhibition

00:00

Every library holds taonga - some nestled safely away, others passed through countless hands.Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu b...

Tūranga
Shirley Plunket Playgroup
Free

Shirley Plunket Playgroup

10:00 – 12:00

Enjoy both indoor and outdoor play in a safe and relaxed environment whilst making new connections!Sessions are free to...

North Parade Plunket Clinic
Wā Pēpi-Babytimes
Free
Ages 0–2

Wā Pēpi-Babytimes

10:00 – 10:30

Meet others in the community and join our relaxed, fun group for interactive songs, rhymes, and books to delight and dev...

Upper Riccarton Community and School Library