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Africa Day 2026

Good for toddlers (0–3), younger kids (4–8) and older kids (9+)

This one is over — but there is plenty else on.

What's on in Auckland →
It ranĀhea
  • Saturday 23 May · 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
WhereKei hea
Silo ParkCorner Beaumont Street and Jellicoe, Jellicoe Street, Auckland CBD
How muchTe utu
Free

What it is

Bring your family to celebrate the vibrant colours, rhythms, and traditions of Africa right here in Auckland. From electrifying live music and dance performances to delicious authentic cuisine, artisan crafts, and dedicated activities for the kids, there's something to captivate every age group. It's a joyful day of cultural discovery and community celebration that your children will absolutely love.

Where this fits

Every one of these is a list we keep for Auckland families.

Tōrua, Auckland CBDFri 9 Oct
The 95bFM Kids Show Live, Auckland Town HallSun 4 Oct
The Stink Bug Band, Auckland Town HallSun 11 Oct
The Imaginarium, Aotea CentreSat 10 Oct
Motuhake, Aotea CentreThu 8 Oct
$15–$65

Motuhake

Aotea Centre

Kitchen Chaos, Aotea CentreWed 30 Sept

While you're in Silo Park

See what's on across Auckland →
Titanic: The Human Story, Auckland CBDWed 30 Sept
$32–$55

Titanic: The Human Story

Auckland CBD

Bundle Baby, Aotea CentreWed 30 Sept
Eatropolis, Shed 10Sat 10 Oct
Abracadabra, Aotea CentreSun 11 Oct
$36–$51

Abracadabra

Aotea Centre

Diary of a wimpy kid, Kiri Te Kanawa TheatreSat 28 Nov
$36–$66

Diary of a wimpy kid

Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre

Places to go nearby

Every place to go →
Auckland Dockline Trams, Auckland CBDRated 5.0
$2–$4

Auckland Dockline Trams

Auckland CBD

Karanga Plaza Harbour Pool, Auckland CBDRated 4.6
Auckland Jet Boat Tours, Wynyard QuarterRated 3.8
Whale & Dolphin Safari, Auckland CBDRated 4.6
From $149

Whale & Dolphin Safari

Auckland CBD