Kids' activities in Invercargill

Queens Park, the Transport World museums, and Southland's community programmes give Invercargill families more options than the city gets credit for.

EZPZ is tracking 7 family-friendly events in Invercargill 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 Invercargill families

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

Riversdale Arts Mixed Media Exhibition

The Riversdale Arts Exhibition is a vibrant showcase of top artwork highlighting artistic creation in unexpected places. A 10-day iconic exhibition attracts some of New Zealand's finest artists to showcase their outstanding artwork at a majestically curated visual feast.

Free
Fri, 19 JunRiversdale Community Centre
Learning
via Southland NZ Events

Hydroslides

Fast, faster, fastest — hydroslides available at Splash Palace.

Free
Monday - Friday: 5:30 am - 9:00 pm, Weekends: 8:00 am - 6:00 pmSplash Palace
Water PlayAdventurePhysical ActivityGross Motor
via Splash Palace

Hydroslides

Fast, faster, fastest — hydroslides available at Splash Palace.

Free
Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm, school holidays 10am-4pm, public holidays 10am-4pmSplash Palace
Water PlayAdventurePhysical ActivityGross Motor
via Splash Palace

Mīharo Murihiku Polyfest

Each year around 7000 tamariki, from babies right up to school-leavers, share the stage at Invercargill's ILT Stadium Southland at a week-long festival that celebrates culture.

Free
Mon, 24 AugMiharo
MusicDanceParties EventsLearning
via Southland NZ Events

Art Challenge 2026 Exhibition

Prepare to be amazed. Immerse yourself in a world where history and creativity collide at the annual Art Challenge Exhibition in the picturesque town of Riverton/Aparima.

Free
Sat, 26 SeptTe Hikoi Museum & Information Centre
LearningImagination
via Southland NZ Events

More than events — meet other Invercargill parents

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