Free events in Christchurch

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

Halswell Plunket Playgroup
Free
Ages 0–5

Halswell Plunket Playgroup

09:30 – 11:30

Weekly drop-in with toys and activities supporting neural development and social interaction. Features an enclosed playg...

Halswell Plunket Clinic
Papanui Playgroup
Free
Ages 0–5

Papanui Playgroup

10:00 – 11:30

An informal gathering where families engage in play within a relaxed setting.Bring a healthy snack and drink for your ch...

Papanui Plunket Clinic
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.)
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
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
Halswell Plunket Playgroup
Free
Ages 0–5

Halswell Plunket Playgroup

09:30 – 11:30

Weekly drop-in with toys and activities supporting neural development and social interaction. Features an enclosed playg...

Halswell Plunket Clinic
Papanui Playgroup
Free
Ages 0–5

Papanui Playgroup

10:00 – 11:30

An informal gathering where families engage in play within a relaxed setting.Bring a healthy snack and drink for your ch...

Papanui Plunket Clinic
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.)
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
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
Halswell Plunket Playgroup
Free
Ages 0–5

Halswell Plunket Playgroup

09:30 – 11:30

Weekly drop-in with toys and activities supporting neural development and social interaction. Features an enclosed playg...

Halswell Plunket Clinic
Papanui Playgroup
Free
Ages 0–5

Papanui Playgroup

10:00 – 11:30

An informal gathering where families engage in play within a relaxed setting.Bring a healthy snack and drink for your ch...

Papanui Plunket Clinic
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.)