FREE Messy Play - West Reserve Hillsborough - 4 Feb 2026

Wed Feb 04 2026 at 12:00 am to 02:00 am UTC+13:00

West Reserve, 20 Currie Avenue, Hillsborough, Auckland 1042 | Auckland

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FREE Messy Play - West Reserve Hillsborough - 4 Feb 2026
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**Registrations open 2 weeks ahead of the event**
🎨 Messy Rainbows: Messy Play Activation 🌈
Get ready to splash, squish, pour, and play! Messy Rainbows’
Messy Play activations are a colourful sensory adventure designed for tamariki to explore, create and have fun — no rules, no pressure, just pure playful discovery.
👶 Who it’s for:
Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers (around ages 1–5), but little ones of all abilities are welcome.
✨ What to expect:
A relaxed, supportive space where mess is part of the fun (dress for it!)
A variety of tactile stations with paint, goo, powders, water and more
Open-ended play — children lead their own creative exploration
A focus on sensory development, creativity, and social connection
Caregiver involvement encouraged (or simply watch the fun unfold)
🌿 All materials are non-toxic and set up with safety and inclusivity in mind.
📅 Registrations are essential — click the ticket link to secure your spot!
🙌 This event is supported by Puketāpapa Local Board.
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West Reserve, 20 Currie Avenue, Hillsborough, Auckland 1042, 18 Currie Ave, Hillsborough, Auckland 1042, New Zealand, Auckland

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