Kids Activities in the Nelson Region

WELCOME TO NATURELAND Natureland is Nelson’s zoo and wildlife conservation centre where you can get up close and personal to some unique New Zealand natives like Tuatara and Kea. Hang with the monkeys and get hands on with a range of interesting domestic animals. We are proud to be a community focused charitable trust so come on in and lets have a conservation conversation Natureland is open every day of the year except Christmas day - please see our website for opening hours, pricing,... Read more

Two fabulous hostels now under one roof right in the middle of Nelson! Accents and the YHA have merged to create a super new option for any traveller looking for home-style comforts, great location and all the famous little touches that Accents on the Park was famous for. Stop by, check us out and add your Accent to our Global Collection! Linda, Royce and Oliver and the entire Accents team look forward to meeting you soon. Safe Travels, Read more

We have a fully setup archery range, and can also come out to you with our mobile setup! Bookings are essential! Adventures with bow and arrow: We strive to give you a unique experience and to teach you the ancient skills of bow and arrow that made Robin Hood so famous. You will enjoy proper training and after the thrill of our simulated hunting tour in our little park, where 3D targets are located in natural shooting positions. We provide you with real longbows, arrows, quivers and arm-guards... Read more

The Motueka Sunday Market runs each Sunday from 8am – 1pm at the farmer market Decks Reserve Carpark, Wallace Street, Motueka. We hope to see you there soon. Read more

Gymnastics Nelson provides quality gymnastics and trampolining programmes for a wide range of ages, abilities and needs. Gymnastics Nelson caters from preschool to beginner through to competitive programmes. Read more

Studio Evolve offers a diverse schedule of Yoga (Beginners Yoga, Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Yin Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Restoritive Yoga and more) and Nia Dance classes (a holistic dance practice) as well as Massage and Meditation Courses. Our goal is to help you to realise your full potential. Nourishing individuals on their journey of self discovery and awareness of the mind, body and spirit. Studio Evolve was created to provide an inspiring, safe and vibrant setting, offering classes and workshops at affordable... Read more

Happy Valley Adventures is Nelsons adventure playground. Read more

Our Nelson self contained accommodation offers a choice of 23 spacious studios, one and two bedroom units, some with spa bath. Two accessible studio units with wet floor bathroom. All serviced daily. All units have full cooking facilities, sunny outdoor patios or balconies, 50+ Sky TV Channels, unlimited free WiFi internet and music centre. Cots, highchairs and additional roller beds available. Under 2yrs free. Continental breakfasts in your room are available - start your day in style. There... Read more

18 hole links golf course with views of Tasman Bay and the Western Ranges. Junior coaching lessons available with Professionals Read more

Learn to dance as Disney stars in this unique new series of children’s ballroom classes. Choreographed exclusively to Disney music, these classes will offer boys and girls aged 8-12 the chance to dance like the pros and learn styles like: -> The Jungle Book Jive -> Simba’s Samba -> The Disney Waltz -> Sebastien’s Cha Cha When: Saturdays 10am- 11am from 1 August 2015 Where: Founders Heritage Park Cost: $60 for 8 week term Spaces are limited so please email us to register Read more

Waimarie on Riverside, Riverside Apartment, Manuka Cottage, Waterfront Penthouse self-contained holiday accommodation covering all budgets in Nelson NZ. Read more

Nelson's first and only All Star dance school. Competitive and recreational opportunities for dance teams, soloist and small groups. We offer pom dance, lyrical, hip hop and jazz classes for all ages as well as a pregrade class for under 4s. Professional development opportunities and be taught by passionate, young and experienced teachers in the USASF Dance style. Contact us now to enrol! Read more

Events catering | Talk to the team at Tahuna Function Centre about Nelson catering for your wedding,Nelson conference, Nelson Function Centre or celebration. Read more

Pattison Swim School offers swimming lessons for preschoolers (3-5), school aged children and non-competitive squad swimming. We operate at Hampden Street School Pool from October through to March. Our pools are fully heated the learn to swim pool to 30 degrees and our lane pool to 28 degrees. Read more

Judo training for Competition, social, fun, self defense, fitness, education Read more

In partnership with Nelson Yacht Club, Nelson Watersports Ltd provides windsurfing, stand-up paddle boarding and dinghy sailing tuition and hire. We run a very successful summer holiday programme for kids aged 8-15, and at a variety of ability levels. We also run regular term-time training sessions, school groups, experience days and adult tuition too! Read more

Spend an enjoyable afternoon with the family walking through a village of character buildings that are set in beautiful well-established gardens. Explore displays of Nelson's heritage, learn the stories of our local people and meet working artisans. Read more

Balloon Decor, Balloon Animals, Magic Shows, Face Painting, Glitter Tattoos, Henna designs Entertaining Children with Balloons, Face Paint, Henna, Glimmer Tattoos and Magic! Everyone knows that you can’t have a party without balloons. And Flossie’s balloon creations are the very best! Imagine a sea of colour and motion, with all of the kids at your party wearing amazing, balloon hairbands, balloon hats, and balloon accessories. Flossie the balloon Lady's unique creations are guaranteed to... Read more

We are an All Star Cheerleading club offering opportunities for both competitive and recreational athletes of all ages. All Star Cheerleading is a mixture of dance, gymnastics and acrobatics allowing kids and teens to keep active, achieve national success and form lasting friendships with team mates. Learning to be a part of a committed team sport and how to progress safely and satisfyingly is an important part of growing up. We cater for all abilities and skill levels and always looking for new... Read more

Welcome to Kitesurf Nelson. The only Kiteboard Paddleboard shop in Nelson. We are the heart and soul of kitesurfing & Paddle boarding in the Nelson Read more

"Cake decorating and specialist decorated cake suppliers. Cakes For All Occasions in Nelson provide professionally decorated cakes that taste as good as they look." Read more

Monday - Friday: 9:15am - 11:45 am Drop in for a visit - first 3 visits free. Enner Glynn Playcentre is situated in the Enner Glynn/Stoke area, 5 minutes from the shopping area of Stoke and 7 minutes from the centre of Nelson. We are a purpose-built open-plan building. Our centre is very close to Enner Glynn School. Some of our trips include Natureland Zoo, the Gym, Isel Park, Double Decker Bus and the organic vegetable garden, where the children learned about composting, worm farms and growing... Read more

At The Life Centre we practice many different yoga styles, and regularly hold workshops relating to many varied forms of natural health. Read more

The Museum showcases two very distinct collections that collide in a celebration of design, innovation and wonder. Where else in the world can you see a stunning selection of more than 60 wearable art garments, alongside more than 140 veteran, vintage and classic cars? Together the wearable art and collectible cars epitomise the very heart of WOW – exploding the boundaries of design so that creativity and invention can thrive in a world of limitless possibilities. Read more