We are Northcote summer fun for everyone
15 October 2025
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Join other locals for some free family-friendly fun in the heart of Northcote.
From art and games to dog days and ninja runs - there’s something for everyone!

Lots of fun for everyone! Come to Northcote town centre for all these activities:
Party in the Plaza
Saturday 29 November | 10am–2pm
Norman King Plaza (by the library)
Face painting, balloon animals, outdoor games and more. Grab a summer passport and collect stamps for prizes.
Board Games Bonanza
Saturday 6 December | 10am–2pm
Pearn Place (under the elm tree)
Learn or play games like chess, mahjong, Go, and Chinese chess with other locals.
Crafty Christmas
Saturday 20 December | 10am–2pm
Norman King Plaza
Dress up and get creative with festive crafts!
Northcote Art Station
Saturday 17 January | 10am–2pm
Pearn Place
Try your hand at art!
A Doggie Day Out
Saturday 24 January | 10am–2pm
Te Kaitaka Greenslade Reserve
Obstacle course, dog photographer, and more furry fun.
Northcote Ninja Run
Saturday 31 January | 10am–2pm
Puāwai Cadness Reserve
Bouncy obstacle course, free BBQ and prizes!
Topsy Turvy Town
Saturday February 7 | 10am–2pm
Lots of family fun in our play town.
Love Where you Live (brought to you by Northcote Together)
Saturday February 14 | 10am–2pm
Picnic on Pearn Place
Northcote Play
Saturday February 28 | 10am–2pm
Family Day Out
Saturday March 7| 10am–2pm
Games, live music, BBQ and free ice cream!
Bring the whānau, grab a bite and picnic in the town centre.
Also, check out Northcote’s new Saturday morning market starting from 1 November - see here.
These activities, plus the new Saturday market, will keep Northcote Town Centre buzzing as we transform and modernise it. Check out this great video showcasing what’s coming.
