Lunar New Year at Kelly Tarlton's

We have a number of on-site activities to celebrate the arrival of Year of Ox.

Wishing Wall – New year brings new aspirations, whether you are wishing for a new trampoline, to become a swimming champion, or simply wishing for world peace; you can place your New Year wish on our Kelly Tarlton's Wishing Wall.

Lucky Dip - Try your luck and draw a discount voucher. We have a range of discount deals from 'free slushy' at our café to '20% discount' at our gift shop.  Note: Limit to one lucky draw per booking.

Free colouring-in station - Add a bit of festive decoration to your house. We have SEA LIFE theme colouring in sheets where you can personalise your Lunar New Year greetings.

When: Friday 12th to Monday 22nd, February 2021

Did you know? The man behind this Auckland's favourite aquarium - Kelly Tarlton - was also born on the Year of Ox!

Create your own 福 decorations.

福 (pronounced “Fu” in Mandarin or “Fook” in Cantonese) meaning “good fortune, happiness and blessing”. A 福 character is an indispensable decoration item for every Chinese family’s New Year decoration.

Download your 福 decorations here.

Opening Hours:

We are open 5 days during school terms - Thursday to Monday.

Our opening hours are 9.30am to 5pm (last entry at 4pm).

Pre-book at least a day in advance and save!