What's on: Autumn 2026
Take tamariki to the skies with interpretation about things that fly (and some that don't) this autumn...
New permanent exhibition
Ngā hau a Tāwhirirangi Forces of Flight
MOTAT, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland
Uncover the invisible powers that make flight possible from manu aute kites to jetpacks.
Until 19 April
Air Playground
Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery, Kirikiriroa Hamilton
Let science blow you away, air playground gives curious kids of all ages a chance to play with air.
3 to 19 April
Omaka Mission Quest: Dangerous Skies
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, Waiharakeke Blenheim
Grab your mission badge and get ready for take-off in this interactive self guided adventure that’s part history part detective work. Bring your own device to join this digital quest.
3 April
Warbirds over Wānaka: students go free
Wānaka Airport, Wānaka
Inspire tamariki with displays and activations featuring aircraft from around the globe and across time. Free entry for students up to 17 years old with a paying adult.
Monday 13 April
Kākāpō Family Fun Day
Tūhura Otago Museum, Ōtepoti Dunedin
Celebrate the kākāpō with storytelling, crafts, film screenings, conservation talks and soft toy animal ER with Suzy Cato!
Until 30 April
National Geographic: The Greatest Wildlife Photographs Exhibition
Orana Wildlife Park, Ōtutahi Christchurch
From Flying Penguins to Sandhill Cranes discover the very best wildlife photography from the pages of National Geographic magazine.
