Even the Grinchiest Grinch can’t help but smile at the pure delight of a kid opening a present on Christmas morning. If you have a remarkable young person in your life that you’d like to treat to something special this Christmas, check out these ideas. We guarantee the biggest smiles and high-fives around the Christmas tree this year.
Family fun activities: Ideas for holiday adventures
Takapuna beachside cinema
Give kids the gift of excitement and adventure with cinema tickets from Takapuna Beachside Cinema.
Perfect for a fun day out, cinema tickets are always great when you aren’t quite sure what to get. It’s a treat every kid will love.
Don’t forget a box of caramel popcorn or a special chocolate treat!
The PumpHouse Theatre
How about giving the magic of live theatre with tickets to a show at The PumpHouse Theatre?
It’s the ultimate way to spark their imagination, enjoy a fun day out, and make unforgettable memories.
If you get in before Christmas you can see The Santa Claus Show (ending December 22)
Toys and treasures: gifts for kids to unwrap
Mummum
Mummum is your one-stop shop for everything babies need, from the youngest of babies to fashionable clothing options for older children.
Kinderfeets Balance Bike Convertible Trike
This brilliantly designed bike is a 2-in-1 number that easily converts from a tricycle to a 2-wheel balance bike.
Perfect for children from 12 to 24 months. It’s the smallest balance bike on the market, and your little people will have hours of fun.
RRP $200
Seed Heritage
Kids will be rocking the cool threads with a thoughtful and stylish gift from Seed Heritage. It’s rocking modern and contemporary clothing that focuses on quality and versatility.
Stripe Colour Block Bucket Hat
Bucket hats are back! Summer is all about running around barefoot outside, and this is the perfect practical accessory for that kind of carry-on. Kids will be protected from the sun and look cute!
A kid can’t have too many hats!
RRP $39.90
Vagabond Games & Collectables
Parents are always on the look out for an alternative to screentime, so why not give the gift of a voucher for Vagabond Games & Collectables. Whether it’s a classic boardgame or a new release, games are perfect for endless fun and family bonding.
Does your family Catan yet? Great for young and old, this board game will have you competing for land, building houses and cities, and trading resources.
RRP $89.90
Magic The Gathering Foundations Beginner Box
Look forward several years… In your kid’s cupboard there is a shoebox jammed full of MTG cards, and sitting on top of it is a plastic folder with clear sleeves holding prized creatures, enchantments and artifacts. It’s a destiny many have fulfilled, and this pack might be what starts it all.
RRP $54.90
Creative & Brave
Head over to Creative & Brave and explore their collection of affordable, one-of-a-kind products that reflect the true spirit of Aotearoa. This is especially great for overseas whānau — pick up something that will remind them of home.
Cutie coin purse – Kakapo, Kereru, Tui or Kiwi
100% New Zealand have released these charming circular coin purses with adorable bird faces.
Perfect for kids to keep their coins and tiny treasures safe.
RRP $21.90
The days of “are we there yet?” will almost be a thing of the past when you pack this game in the car.
Each pad has 107 pages of Kiwiana icons to hunt for on a long road trip.
RRP $23.50
Kimi the Kiwi – Large Soft Toy
Kimi will be the perfect companion for the little person in your life.
After all, you can never have too many soft toys, right?
RRP: $49.99
Città
You already know Città is packed with stylish and thoughtful gifts… but did you know their in-house team designs soft toys?
This toy is so incredibly soft you’ll never want to put it down.
Baby Basil is a cute wee fox looking for a new home with you (we mean, your kids, obviously).
RRP: $39.90
Smiggle
Bright, colourful stationery, the latest licensed characters, and everything else to make school, play, and everyday activities more fun.
Epic Adventures Stationery Gift Pack
Keep everything organised on summer camping trips or fun at-home adventures with this sea-themed stationery gift set.
Comes with over 35 cool items, and everything fits neatly in a handy travel pencil case.
Perfect for creative fun wherever the adventure takes them.
RRP: $36.99
