Holiday Activity Ideas

John Murrihy — September 19th, 2024

Some things to do these holidays ....

Kelly Club Holiday Programme

Kelly Sports Holiday Programme

Football

For children aged 5-12 years

Perfect for "Beginner's" and those just wanting to have fun. Come along and improve technique, knowledge and skills. We will focus on the core skills of control, dribbling, passing, tackling and shooting but MOST importantly having as much FUN as possible!

BOOK ONLINE AT www.kellysports.co.nz.

Netball

Years 1-4 - For Beginners, these sessions will work on improving basic netball skills and help start to develop technical and tactical knowledge in accordance with the Future Ferns Programme. Children will work towards the following skills Passing, Shooting, Spatial Awareness and Defensive Skills.

Years 5-8 - These sessions will work on sharpening the basic skills - Passing and Shooting and we will start to develop a better understanding of the 7-aside game and the different positional roles. We will use fun drills and games to develop and challenge young players focusing on the key skill areas for their level of development while also have fun!!.

To enrol go to www.kellysports.co.nz.

Wellington Libraries - Beyond the Page 2024

Beyond the Page is back for a seventh year! During the next school holidays, from 28 September – 13 October, you are invited to libraries across the Wellington region for over 120 awesome and totally FREE events for tamariki and their whānau. From interactive storytimes with Orchestra Wellington and the NZSO, workshops with award-winning authors and illustrators like Paul Beavis, Steve Mushin, and Isobel Te Aho-White, and classes on how to become a D&D Dungeon Master, through to meet-and-greets with Llamas at the Llibrary, immersive theatre experiences, and even the chance to create your own Alien Junk Monster – there’s something for everybody at this year’s festival.

All events are free, but some require registration as space may be limited. Find out more, and view the entire calendar of events, at www.beyondthepage.nz.

Wellington City Council Holiday Programme

The Wellington City Council is offering a number of activities for the holidays. Have a look here to see if there is something that your tamariki may wish to participate in.

School Holiday Writing and Art Workshops

For Writers:

There will be a three-day camp for children aged 9 to 14, starting Tuesday, October 1, 2024 and running until Thursday, October 3, 2024.
Additionally, there will be a one-day workshop for children aged 7 to 10 on Monday, September 30, 2024.
Registration

For Artists:

There will now just be a one-day camp on Monday, September 30, 2024.
This will is for keen young artists aged from 7 - 14
Registration

Camp Location: Scots College
1 Monorgan Road, Strathmore Park, Wellington

Nga Manu Nature Reserve

What’s happening at Ngā Manu these school holidays?

Saturday 28th September – Toy & Book Swap

Get the kids to bring their gently used toys and books, exchange them for tokens, and pick out ‘new’ treasures. Celebrate Sustainable September, learn about eco-friendly fun and top up toys and books just in time for the holidays.

Time: 11am – 1pm | Free entry to Toy & Book swap | Reserve entry not included | Register your interest here

Tuesday 1st October – Zappo The Magician

Don’t miss Zappo the Magician’s 45-minute interactive fun-filled show! Enjoy magical wonders with a green twist, highlighting conservation and eco-friendly themes. A magical way to celebrate sustainability—great for all ages!

Time: 11am – 11:45am & 1pm – 1:45pm | $5 per person (Minors must be accompanied by a ticket holding adult) | Reserve entry not included | Book here

Tuesday 8th October – Sarah The Scientist

Join Sarah the Scientist for a hands-on, interactive and educational show! Kids get to dive into experiments like Wonder Whizzers and Mini Rockets. Dress up in lab coats and explore science in style!

Time: 10am-11am, 11am-12pm, 12pm-1pm, 1pm-2pm | $7 per child (5yrs +) | Reserve entry not included | Book here

Thursday 10th October – Wild Words: Discover Ngā Manu’s Magic Forest Through Creative Writing

Join our children’s creative writing workshop with Cloe from EQ Storytelling. Children will explore the nature reserve, use their imagination and write magical stories inspired by native flora, fauna, and Māori legends.

Time: 9.30am – 1pm | $25 per child (ages 8yrs+) | Reserve entry included | Book here

KidzStuff Theatre

Tickets $14.50pp, two shows for $20, Children under 2 Free
Bookings: www.kidzstufftheatre.co.nz

Children's Theatre Show

Trees, Bees and Me is a fun, family-friendly story based on the adventures that children have in their own backyards, where they test their strengths and problem-solving skills with the help of whānau and the whenua.

https://www.circa.co.nz/package/land-of-the-long-long-drive/