Kids Japanese Festival

Schedule

Fri Jan 23 2026 at 12:30 am to 05:00 am

UTC+13:00

Location

2 Freyberg Place, Auckland, New Zealand 1010 | Auckland, AU

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🎌✨ Hello Japan✨🎌
🎟️ FREE | Whānau-Friendly | No Booking Required
Step into the magic of Japan - Join us for the 7th annual Kids Japanese Festival, a fun-filled day for tamariki & local community to explore Japanese culture through creativity, play, music & movement - all for free!
🌸 🌸 🌸
Japanese Animation / Taiko Drums / Performances / Workshops / Japanese Calligraphy / Origami
/ Kendama / Yukata (Summer Kimono) / Traditional Toys
/ Portraits / Popcorn & Candy Floss!
🧡 This is a completely free event for Whānau, a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture through hands-on experiences, performances, games & more.
🧠 Visit the Consulate-General of Japan in Auckland Facebook page or website for updates & more info.
📸 Don’t forget your camera - there’ll be so many magical moments to capture!
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Where is it happening?

2 Freyberg Place, Auckland, New Zealand 1010, New Zealand

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Ellen Melville Centre

Host or Publisher Ellen Melville Centre

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