Kids Explorer Days 🦋

As part of Gardens Magic 2026, bring your tamariki to explore the world of butterflies with hands-on activities at the Botanic Garden ki Paekākā!

Perfect for curious minds and young adventurers, these days are packed with fun activities to learn about the plants and animals of the gardens 🦋

📅 When: 10am–2pm, Wednesday 7, 14, and 21 January 2025
📍 Where: Discovery Garden & Quad Lawn, Botanic Garden ki Paekākā
💵 Cost: Free

Running alongside the Kids Garden Trail, the Kids Explorer Days are a special chance to immerse yourself in nature and enjoy free summer activities with the kids.

Join us at the Discovery Garden or the Quad Lawn near the Soundshell for fun outdoor exploration. Don’t miss it! 🌟

This event is a part of Gardens Magic, brought by Wellington City Council, set amongst the natural beauty of the Wellington Botanic Garden ki Paekākā. Gardens Magic includes a free Concert Series, Light Display, Kids Garden Trail and Kids Explorer Days, and more.

To find out more and see the full concert series programme, head to 👉 https://wellington.govt.nz/news-and-events/events-and-festivals/gardens-magic

You may also like the following events from Wellington City Council:

• This Saturday, 13th December, 01:00 am, Christmas in the Quarters – Santa, Christmas activities, and Carols, at Waitangi Park in Wellington
• Next Wednesday, 17th December, 07:30 am, Welly On Wheels Kilbirnie - Confidence & Skills for Biking in Wellington
• Happening on, 5th January, 11:00 pm, Kids Garden Trail 🌱 in Wellington

Also check out other Kids events & activities in Wellington, Concerts in Wellington, Festivals in Wellington.