EVENTS
2026 Zespri AIMS Games
2026 Zespri AIMS Games

2026 Zespri AIMS Games

Sat
5 Sep
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Fri
11 Sep
2026
Feel the energy of the 2026 Zespri AIMS Games - it’s a VIBE! Tauranga is the proud home of the Zespri AIMS Games, welcoming thousands of athletes, coaches, officials and supporters to the city for a week of sports action accompanied by a festival of community events. Across 27 sporting codes delivered at 30 venues throughout Tauranga, more than 460 schools and 14,500 Year 7 and 8 athletes will compete from 5–11 September 2026 in Australasia’s largest and most exciting junior sporting event. Come and experience the talent, passion and electric atmosphere that make the Zespri AIMS Games truly unforgettable.
Location

Multiple locations

Event Dates

September 5, 2026

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9:00 am

September 6, 2026

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9:00 am

September 7, 2026

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9:00 am

September 8, 2026

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9:00 am

September 9, 2026

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9:00 am

September 10, 2026

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9:00 am

September 11, 2026

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9:00 am

Programme

September/October Lego Holiday Programme

Our Spring Lego Holiday Programme is now live for enrolment! An awesome couple of weeks await in one of two locations. Please see our flyer and website for further details. Week 1: 28 September – 2 October 2026

27 Sep

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8 Oct

Workshop

Fathers Day Craft Workshop

Join us at Pocket Size Play for a special Father’s Day craft session where the kids can get creative and make something extra special for Dad, Grandad or another special father figure in their life. We’ll be making Father’s Day bracelets/key rings & handmade cards.

4 Sep

Activity

School Holiday Tumble Time - Haumaru

These school holidays, BayActive has plenty of fun lined up to keep your kids active and entertained at The University of Waikato Haumaru Sport & Recreation Centre! Holiday Tumble Time runs from 9:30am to 12:00pm and is suitable for children up to 13 years old, including both primary and intermediate ages. Please note that children must be supervised by a parent or caregiver at all times. Tumble Time offers a variety of activities designed to help children develop physical skills such as balance, coordination, climbing, agility, and fine motor skills. It’s also a great way for kids to build social confidence in a group setting, and for parents to meet new friends.

27 Sep

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4 Oct

Spritz Friday - Trinity Wharf Tauranga

Golden hour on the deck plus your favourite spritz in hand equals the perfect Friday. Join us as Spritz Fridays return to Trinity Wharf this October! Enjoy live music, waterfront views, bar snacks available, and a full menu of delicious spritzes to choose from including the iconic Aperol. See you there!

9 Oct

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30 Oct

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