Kids' activities in Rotorua
Redwoods walks, lakefront playgrounds, geothermal wonders, and school-holiday programmes make Rotorua a family-activity hotspot well beyond the tourist trail.
EZPZ is tracking 29 family-friendly events in Rotorua 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 Rotorua families
A sample of upcoming events — sign up to see them all, filtered to your kids' ages
Latin American Spring Festival
Latin American Spring Festival event at Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre.
NZ Entertainer of The Year - Matinee Show
Experience the magic and talent of New Zealand's finest performers at the NZ Entertainer of The Year - Matinee Show, hosted at the iconic Sir Howard Morrison Centre in Rotorua. This captivating event
NZ Entertainer of The Year - Evening Show
Experience an unforgettable night at the NZ Entertainer of The Year - Evening Show, hosted at Rotorua's iconic Sir Howard Morrison Centre. This spectacular event brings together New Zealand's most
NZ Entertainer of The Year - 2 Show Pass
Experience the ultimate showcase of Kiwi talent with the NZ Entertainer of The Year - 2 Show Pass at the iconic Sir Howard Morrison Centre in Rotorua. This exclusive event brings together New Zealand's
Aramex Walk Run Series: Trek the Forest
Trek the Forest showcases Rotorua at its best, taking walkers and runners through the stunning surrounds of Lake Tikitapu and into the iconic Whakarewarewa Forest. With beautiful lake views, native forest, and world-class trails right on the city's doorstep, it's the perfect way to experience Rotorua's natural playground.
WHAKA 100 2026
Whaka100 MTB
Ride world-class singletrack through Rotorua's iconic Whakarewarewa Forest, with distances from 10km to 175km to suit every level. Join more than 3,000 riders for one of the Southern Hemisphere's biggest MTB events, and soak up a full weekend of riding, atmosphere, and everything Rotorua has to offer.
Beatlemania On Tour
All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone.
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Hang on tight during furious slides and 360-degree spins along the Waikato River. Learn about the local sights and wildlife with your expert guide.
More than events — meet other Rotorua 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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