the #1 school holiday destination!
With over 20 rides and attractions, Rainbow’s End is packed with full-on fun for all ages! Whether it’s gentle thrills for little ones in Kidz Kingdom or adrenaline-pumping excitement on the Big Five, there’s something for everyone in the whānau.
To make your school holiday planning easier, we’ve gathered all the fun in one place - so you can focus on making unforgettable memories!
PARK HOURS
We’re open daily from 10am – 5pm during the school holidays (see dates below)! Plus, don’t miss our special Twilight Rides and Night Rides on select days for extra fun in the evening!
For park hours during the school term, or holiday hours, visit our Park Hours page for more information.
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SCHOOL HOLIDAY DATES 2025
TERM 1
TERM 1 DATES: Mon 3rd Feb - Fri 11th April
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS: Sat 12th April - Sun 27th April
TERM 2
TERM 2 DATES: Mon 28th April - Fri 27th June
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS: Sat 28th June - Sun 13th July
TERM 3
TERM 3 DATES: Mon 14th July - Fri 19th Sept
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS: Sat 20th Sept - Sun 5th Oct
TERM 4
TERM 4 DATES: Mon 6th Oct - Fri 19th Dec
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS: Sat 20th Dec +
EARLY EVENINGS
Join us for a family-friendly evening from 5pm – 9pm.
July sees the return of our Winter Lights seasonal event where the park is lit up with thousands of fairy lights!
This session is a great way for the whānau to enjoy the park at a great value price.
Available on select dates in July
Click here for more info on Twilight Rides
ultimate late-night thrills
Experience the park after dark with Night Rides, our 6pm – 11 pm session designed for thrill-seekers aged 12+.
July sees the return of our Winter Lights seasonal event where the park is lit up with thousands of fairy lights!
Available every Saturday 21 June - 2nd August
Click here for more info on Night Rides
free face painting
Let your imagination run wild with free face painting, included with your entry ticket! With a special twist for Winter Lights, enjoy face-painting under blacklights - maybe even get some UV glow!
3pm - 7pm (Day Session & Twilight Rides)
Tues 1 - Fri 4 July
Tues 8 - Fri 11 July
11am - 3pm (Day Session)
Sat 5 - Sun 6 July
Sat 12-Sun 13 July
