Kids' activities in Dunedin

Tūhura Otago Museum's science centre, the Botanic Garden aviary, and wildlife on the Otago Peninsula give Dunedin families plenty to explore in any weather.

EZPZ is tracking 49 family-friendly events in Dunedin right now. Sign up free to filter by age and interests, or let EZPZ plan a whole family day around them.

What's on for Dunedin families

A sample of upcoming events — sign up to see them all, filtered to your kids' ages

Larnach Castle Guided Tour

More than a visit. Immerse yourself in the Castle's story and legacy by embarking on our new Daily Guided Tour of Larnach Castle.

Free
DailyLarnach Castle and Gardens
AdventureLearningImaginationStories
via Larnach Castle & Gardens

First Flight – Butterfly Release

First Flight – Butterfly Release at 11am daily.

Free
11am daily11am
NatureAnimalsScienceLearning
via Tūhura Otago Museum

Treasures of Tūhura Otago Museum Tour

Free
11am daily11am
LearningScienceNatureStories
via Otago Museum

First Flight – Butterfly Release

Free
11am daily11am
NatureAnimalsLearningScience
via Otago Museum

Treasures of Tūhura Otago Museum Tour

Treasures of Tūhura Otago Museum Tour at 11am daily.

Free
11am daily11am
LearningStoriesScienceNature
via Tūhura Otago Museum

Spotlight Tour

Spotlight Tour at 2pm daily.

Free
2pm daily2pm
LearningStoriesScience
via Tūhura Otago Museum

Spotlight Tour

Free
2pm daily2pm
LearningImaginationProblem Solving
via Otago Museum

Tūhuratia a Matariki mā Puaka – Matariki Event

Free
5.30pm – 7pm, Wednesday 8, Thursday 9, Saturday 11, and Sunday 12 July5:30pm – 7pm
LearningHolidaysHoliday ActivitiesStories
via Otago Museum

Our Mysterious Brain: The Making and Breaking of Memories

Free
Thu, 18 Jun6pm
LearningScienceProblem Solving
via Otago Museum

More than events — meet other Dunedin parents

EZPZ members host casual parent meetups — playground catch-ups, library mornings, weekend walks. RSVP in a tap, with a reminder so it actually happens.

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