Hop and hunt Easter Bunny adventure | Tuesday 7 April: 10.30am - 11.30am
Hop, hunt and have a hoppy time! Join the Easter Bunny on an exciting adventure full of hidden treats, silly surprises and fun challenges. A perfect session for tamariki to explore, laugh and discover some Easter magic!
Woodwork workshop with Bunnings Warehouse Takaanini | Wednesday 8 April: 10.30am - 11.30am
Get hands-on with woodwork! Tamariki will use safe tools and materials to create their own wooden projects, guided by experts from Bunnings Warehouse. Perfect for little builders to explore creativity and practical skills.
Wastewater rainbows | Thursday 9 April: 10.30am - 11.30am
Yuck, gross… but super important! Dive into the world of wastewater and discover where all that 'used water' goes. Learn how it’s treated, cleaned and sent safely away without touching a single smelly thing! A silly, hands-on way to become a wastewater whiz. Run by Watercare.
Eco whānau workshop: Simple sustainable living skills | Friday 10 April: 10.30am - 11.30am
Join us for a hands-on workshop where whānau can learn practical ways to live more sustainably.
Try easy skills like:
- reducing food waste
- making your own bread starter
- low-cost food practices you can take home.
Suitable for all ages. Registration required.
Little makers: Keychains and accessories | Monday 13 April: 10.30am - 11.30am
A fun, creative session where tamariki design and make their own keychains and accessories to take home. Perfect for little makers who love to get hands-on and express their creativity.
Ngaa mahi huna – Secret surprise activity | Tuesday 14 April: 10.30am - 11.30am
A mysterious and exciting session featuring a surprise activity for tamariki to explore and enjoy. Come along and discover what’s hidden. It’s a secret until you try it!
Savvy and the stolen recycling show | Wednesday 15 April: 10.30am - 11.30am
An engaging and educational theatre show produced by A Fool’s Company, teaching children about correct recycling practices in a fun and interactive way.
EcoFest 2026: The power of food scraps | Thursday 16 April: 10.30am - 11.30am
How do orange peels and onion skins from your kitchen become clean energy and fertiliser? What else can go in your food scraps bin and be transformed? Learn all about the journey of household food scraps through this interactive session with the Auckland Council WasteWise Advisors.
There will be games for the whānau (adults too!) and experts on hand to answer all your questions.
Run by WasteWise. Registration required.
Nature Wall Hanging | Friday 17 April: 2.00pm - 4.00pm
Create your own nature inspired wall hanging using natural and recycled materials. A relaxing, hands-on session where participants can explore creativity and connect with nature.
Run by the ReCreators. Registration required.