Bring the whanau along to the Kids Zone at the Auckland Wooden Boat Festival, hosted by New Zealand Maritime Museum at Viaduct Events Centre.

The Kids Zone is the ultimate hangout for curious, creative tamariki, filled with hands on fun throughout the day. From crafts to storytime sessions and interactive activities, there’s plenty to keep young minds and busy hands entertained. Discover what we have planned below.

Raingutter Regatta

Sat 14 & Sun 15 March, 10am - 5pm 

Choose your vessel and try to beat your buddy! Take a deep breath and see who will make it over the finish line first.

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Storytime

Sat 14 and Sun 15 March, 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm & 2pm

Climb aboard for ocean tales, salty adventures, and seaside creatures big and small.

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Make a Sea Story Puppet

Sat 14 & Sun 15 March, 10am - 5pm

Colour and create a paper puppet, choose a salty sailor or a mysterious mermaid, and tell your own ocean story.

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Float Your Boat

Sat 14 & Sun 15 March, 10am - 5pm

Design your own mini sailboat and see if it stays upright on the water. Play with balance, weight, and shape to make a boat that won’t tip over.

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