Auckland Museum aims to engage children in educational experiences through innovation and excellence in exhibitions, activity programmes, and use of its collection
The Museum encourages children to confidently develop an understanding of the world around them by exploring cultures, the arts, science and the environment.
- Event type: FamilySaturday, 24 Oct 2026 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join the March of the Triceratops at our Members' Preview! Be amongst the first to see our new exhibition from the Naturalis Biodiversity Centre and MuseumsPartner. The exhibition and Special Exhibition Store will be open exclusively to Museum Members throughout the day.
- Event type: FamilyFRI 9 OCT, 6.30PM - 9PM AUCKLAND MUSEUM
We're excited to be offering New Zealand Sign Language interpretation for Night at Auckland Museum: Top Secret, where the Museum will transform into a hall of fame with quirky characters, hands-on fun and surprises around every corner.
- Event type: FamilyDaily Until 10 Oct 2026 6:30PM – 9PM 7 NIGHTS IN SEP/OCT SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AUCKLAND MUSEUM
Grab your torches! These school holidays, the Museum is coming alive after-dark in an all-new family adventure.
- Event type: Family10AM - 5PM DAILY FROM SAT 26 SEPT PICK UP FROM TE AO MĀRAMA SOUTH ATRIUM
Can you tell reality from rumour? Find out as we reveal secrets and stories of the Museum, Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond. You’ll need to follow the clues and discover which stories are facts and which are fake in this free trail.
- Event type: FamilyEXHIBITION OPENS FRI 25 SEP GROUND FLOOR
Can science safeguard the future of our favourite fruit? Step into a colourful digital orchard and discover how scientists are helping fruit trees adapt to a changing climate.
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