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, 21 Nov 2026 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Santa is visiting Auckland Museum! He's taking time out of his busy schedule to meet you in his cosy Museum study.
- Event type: Family11 Nov - 23 Dec 2026 Orientation Space, Ground Floor
Join us for festive weekend activities – choral performances, free Christmas crafts, and book a visit with Santa in his special Museum Study.
- 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: 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: FamilyON NOW 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.
