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Margaret Mahy Family Playground (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Margaret Mahy Family Playground?

94%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 94% Kids-Friendly: Children up to 12 can use flying foxes, water jets, trampolines and huge slides; shaded picnic lawns, free BBQs and toilets on site make this an almost ideal half-day family outing.

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Reviews4.8/ 5
(from 6,159 reviews)

Positives:

  • Free entry: All play equipment and park access are free of charge.
  • Family facilities: Public toilets include baby-change tables and there are free BBQ tables.

Challenges:

  • Crowds at peak times: The playground fills up on weekends and school holidays.
  • Seasonal water closure: The splash pad is turned off in cooler months.
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What is Margaret Mahy Family Playground?

  • An expansive adventure playground featuring multi-level climbing towers, double flying foxes, spiral slides, wide slides, rope bridges and inground trampolines
  • A water-play landscape with splash pads, water jets and sand pits, complemented by a 130-metre Story Arc path with carved panels recounting Ngāi Tahu and Pākehā history
  • A post-2011 earthquake recovery project set on landscaped lawns along the Avon River, incorporating picnic areas and public barbecue facilities

What is so special about Margaret Mahy Family Playground for with kids?

  1. Free playground entry with slides, towers and trampolines
  2. Varied play zones for ages 3–12 including water and sand areas
  3. Shaded picnic lawns and free BBQ tables by the Avon River
  4. Accessible toilets with baby-change facilities on-site
  5. Nearby food trucks and parking options

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time to explore slides, towers, water play and have a picnic without rushing.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Margaret Mahy Family Playground

Race down the 4 m wide slide:

Slide side-by-side with kids on the playground’s giant 4 m wide slide.

Tip: Encourage children to hold hands at the top and start together to race.

Climb and slide the spiral tower:

Climb up the three-storey rope-net tower and zoom down the spiral slide.

Tip: Use the tube-net bridge on the way up for an extra climbing challenge.

Splash at the water play area:

Pump water jets, aim cannons and run through sprinklers on the splash pad.

Tip: Bring spare clothes and towels; water play runs only in warmer months.

Build and dig in the sandpit:

Use shovels and buckets to build castles or bury toy cars in the large sandpit.

Tip: Pack small toys or molds to make more creative shapes.

Bounce on the inground trampolines:

Jump together on the lawn-level trampolines hidden in the grass.

Tip: Wait for others to finish jumping before you step on to avoid collisions.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Margaret Mahy Family Playground

  1. Visit off-peak: Go on weekday mornings to avoid the largest crowds.
  2. Bring your own picnic: Use the free BBQ tables by the river to save on meal costs.
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Reviews of Margaret Mahy Family Playground

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Steve Warne

Steve Warne

Oct 2025

Impressive creation! This huge playground off Manchester Street is amazing. There are dozens of things to swing and climb up. My kids favourite is the double flying fox, because they can race each other. There are food outlets BBQs and toilets too.

Josey F

Josey F

Sep 2025

An incredible playground for kids big and small! While it can get quite busy, the kids always have a blast and find lots of new friends. On warm days the water play and sand are a big hit, during the winter the climbing tower and slide are the best. And the flying fox is amazing year round!

Ben Rich

Ben Rich

Aug 2025

What a great playground! So many fun and interesting objects to interact with. Great slides, including a three story spiral tube slide. There’s also a fun waterpark area where kids can pump water and manipulate where it goes. A great place for kids to have fun and explore physics.

Letícia Surmas

Letícia Surmas

Jul 2025

The playground has many attractions like slides, swings, a sandpit, and a lot of toys to develop new skills like climbing, balance and others. It also has a water play area that's amazing! I really recommend it!

flour paradiso

flour paradiso

May 2025

No wonder it has such a high rating—4.8! A must-visit place for families with young kids. My children, aged 10 and 8, loved this place, and we ended up spending two hours here. We were tourists and stayed in New Zealand for three weeks, and this was the best park we visited. There were clean toilets and a few vendors selling snacks and drinks.

When is the best time to visit Margaret Mahy Family Playground (Christchurch, New Zealand)?

In summer, pack swimsuits and towels for the splash pad. In cooler months water jets are off; focus on slides and climbing towers. Always wear sun hats in sunny weather.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Food truck meal for 4NZD 40
Ice creamsNZD 10
CoffeesNZD 8
Parking (1–2 hours)NZD 5
Total EstimatedNZD 63

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Margaret Mahy Family Playground

Address: Armagh Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand

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About Margaret Mahy Family Playground

Opening Hours

Monday:Open 24 hours
Tuesday:Open 24 hours
Wednesday:Open 24 hours
Thursday:Open 24 hours
Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+64 3 941 8999

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