Canterbury children’s most loved annual event, KidsFest, is here. This year’s festival is extra special, as we celebrate KidsFest’s thirtieth anniversary!

KidsFest, which runs every winter school holidays, will run from Saturday 10 July until Sunday 25 July. Children and their families can look forward to hundreds of exciting and interactive experiences, some of which will be completely new!

Check out Roald Dahl's Little Red Riding Hood presented by the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, the Helicopter Fun Day or the Matariki Fireworks Spectacular.

Tickets went on sale Monday 31 May, and all event details can be found at kidsfest.co.nz Lots of events are free, while some do have a minimal charge.

Read more about KidsFest on Newsline.

You can keep up to date via KidsFest’s Facebook page.