Events at Ballantynes
Donut Decorating - July 2026 School Holiday Programme
Join us for a sweet celebration!
We are hosting a Donut Decorating Workshop this school holidays and would love for you to join in on the fun!
For this event, Ballantynes has proudly partnered with the local experts in children’s entertainment, Crowntastic, specialising in “Making magic happen, one memory at a time.”
Tickets are $25 per child (+ booking fee) and include:
Decorating delicious donuts with frosting, sprinkles, and lots of fun toppings to take home and Decorating a box using stickers and pens to carry your donuts home in.
It's going to be a tasty adventure you won't want to miss.
This event will be hosted in Kin Bistro on the ground floor. Coffee and refreshments are on hand for caregivers to purchase.
*Notes
- This event will appeal most to those aged 5-12.
- Dietary requirements are unable to be accommodated in this session.
- As this is a hands-on class and could get messy, we recommend bringing an apron.
- Caregivers are not required to purchase a ticket to accompany their children.
- Caregivers are required to remain with their children during the event.
Meet a K-Pop Demon Hunter Superfan! - July 2026 School Holiday Programme
Meet a K-Pop Demon Hunter Superfan!
Get ready for a burst of colour, creativity, and magic these school holidays. Ballantynes is hosting a K-Pop Demon Hunter Superfan and your invited to join the fun.
For this event, Ballantynes has proudly partnered with the local experts in Children’s fun Crowntastic, specialising in "Making magic happen, one memory at a time.".
Tickets are $32 per child (+ booking fee) and include:
- Create a custom charm bracelet - design your own unique accessory to take home
- Decorate a keepsake gift box - personalise it with colour, stickers, and sparkle
- Hair glitter - get some magical sparkle dust added to your hair
- Meet our K-Pop Demon Hunter Superfan! Snap photos, strike poses, and enjoy a fun character meet-and-greet
- Join our mini dance party - learn a simple routine and show off your moves
This event will be hosted in the Childrenswear department on the lower ground floor. Coffee and refreshments are on hand for Caregivers to purchase in our nearby Tearooms.
*Notes
- This event will appeal most to those aged 5-12.
- Caregivers are not required to purchase a ticket to accompany their children.
- Caregivers are required to remain with their children during the event.
Build-A-Bear Workshop - 18-19 July 2026
1-hour of fun and creativity // Lower Ground floor, Childrenswear department, Ballantynes Christchurch
Ballantynes is delighted to be hosting the very popular Build-A-Bear Workshops. This event is all about creating your very own bespoke teddy bear!
Priced at just $20, this is a great activity for children or the young at heart and includes:
- Pre-stuffed bear
- Heart ceremony
- Birth certificate
- Colouring in and other games during the session
With many sessions to choose from, simply click below on the Build-A-Bear ticketing link to secure your spot.
This event will appeal to children of all ages - we suggest ages 4+. Caregivers are asked to remain with their children during the session.
Note that tickets are sold via the Build-A-Bear team. If you have any problems with your tickets or need to make changes, you can reach the Build-A-Bear team via funbear@buildabear.co.nz
We hope you can join us for this furbulous fun.