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April 2025

Space Place – Sound of Science

Tamariki of Wellington, get ready to make some noise these school holidays.

In Space Place’s science workshop Sound of Science tamariki aged 8 to 12 learn all about how sound works. They’ll get stuck in to sonic experiments and wrap up the day with a planetarium screening.

It’s on every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of the April school holidays. Spaces are limited, so book now at spaceplace.nz ...
12 Apr - 27 Apr
Space Place
40 Salamanca Road, Kelburn, Wellington 6012

Space Place Sci-Fi Sundays: Barbarella.

Your local planetarium, Space Place, is screening 1964 space fantasy film Barbarella in their dome theatre on 20th of April.

Follow Jane Fonda as the fearless Barbarella, journeying through a universe of danger, desire, and outrageous ‘60s sci-fi style.

The film screening includes free popcorn and wraps up with a live star talk. For tickets and the full 2025 Sci-Fi Sunday schedule, head to spaceplace.nz ...
20 Apr
5:30 pm

John Craigie at San Fran!

John Craigie makes his NZ debut!

John Craigie has mastered the art of creating live shows that feel more like intimate conversations than performances. Infusing humour, wit, and poignant storytelling, his shows are a space where audience members feel like old friends.

Whether he's headlining solo or sharing the stage with longtime collaborators, Craigie’s ability to make his crowd laugh, reflect, and connect is second to none. 

Catch John Craigie live at San Fran April 21st. Tickets available through Moshtix. ...
21 Apr
7:30 pm
San Fran
Wellington

NZ Games Festival 2025

Celebrate the vibrant world of game development at NZ Games Fest and The Pavs Awards Night!

The ultimate gathering for game creation across New Zealand and Australia!

Meet passionate developers, hobbyists, and enthusiasts for inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, exciting exhibitions, and countless opportunities to network and connect.

It all leads up to The Pavs, a spectacular awards night honouring the boldest achievements in Australia and NZ game development — happening Friday, May 2nd at 7PM.

Tickets are $70 regular, $55 for students - or free with an All-Access Pass. Don’t miss out - visit nzgamesfest.com for tickets and full event details.

That's: nzgamesfest.com

Game on! ...
23 Apr - 02 May
Te Auaha
65 Dixon Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

Panel Talk: Welcome to the Cat Parade

Hear how the tattoo artists of Flash Cats approached tattooing life-sized silicone cats.

From inspiration to execution, hear how the cats were brought to life by these skilled artists.

Featuring Doc Hospo (Dr Morse Tattoo Studio), Miss Crude Tattoo (Enchanted Realm Tattoo) and Ratbag (Studio Seaweed) speaking with Flash Cats curator Milly Mitchell-Anyon, come along to hear whether the cats sat like a rock, or if they got their claws out.

Sunday 27 April, 1pm. Free @ The Dowse Art Museum. ...
27 Apr
1:00 pm
The Dowse Art Museum, Lower Hutt
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