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Children's Day

Celebrate Children's Day at Tūhura with a full day of free activities, performances, and fun for the whole family!

  • When

    From 10am, Sunday 1 March 2026

  • Where

    Throughout the Museum

  • Price

    Free

The first of March is Children's Day (Te Rā o Ngā Tamariki), and Tūhura Otago Museum wants to celebrate our tamariki with a very special line-up of events and activities for children of all ages!

Join us on for face painting, balloon animals, two science shows, discounted access to planetarium shows, Mr Whippy, and more.

Don’t miss out on our free freshly popped popcorn and fabulous entertainment – come and join the fun!

- Face Painting: 10am – 1pm - Science Show: 11am - Mr Whippy: 11am – 3pm - Balloon Animals: 12pm – 2pm ($4)· - Science Show: 1pm - Free Popcorn: 12.30pm – 1.30pm - Craft Activities: All day - Gallery Trail: All day

Be sure to bring some cash to make the most of the day!