Events
Operation Papa Pilot
Available for the month of September
Follow Papa Pilot and his furry family as he leads them on an exciting day out around the museum to celebrate Father’s Day. Discover what the Pilot Family does for fun then return to base for your prize!
$5 per child (including prize).
Operation B.O.B.
Join our team of fearless pilot bears as they take part in one of the biggest battles of WW2 – the Battle of Britain. (B.O.B). Find all 10 pilots then return to Base for your prize!
$5 per child (including prize).
Operation B.O.B will be available from the weekend of Saturday the 18th September.
Battle of Britain Remembered: CANCELLED
We regret to advise that this event has been CANCELLED due to Saturday's earthquake and the ongoing state of emergency.
Sunday 12th September
Join us as we mark the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain with an afternoon featuring a brass ensemble, guest speakers and a sing along. All welcome.
Brought to you by the Canterbury History Society.
FREE ADMISSION
Escape at the Museum 2
Back by popular demand... Escape into your imagination as you explore the Air Force Museum by torchlight! Journey back in time and complete a series of all new challenges inspired by the largest prisoner of war breakout ever attempted. B.Y.O. torch!
Every entry goes in the draw to win a city scenic flight for two on the DC3 courtesy of the Southern DC3 Trust!
Door sales 6-7pm.
For more information contact (03) 3439 504 or programmes@airforcemuseum.co.nz
Wigram Village Fair
Sunday 31st October, 10am-2pm. Heritage Week.
Come along to Wigram for a fun-filled day out with the family at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand! Join us as we recreate the atmosphere of a village fair day with vintage games, stalls, rides, music, dance and food galore. Why not bring the family and make a day of it!
Settlement has always been part of Wigram’s ever-changing horizon. Be there as we come together to celebrate the Wigram Village of the past, present and future as a new era at Wigram takes flight.
FREE ADMISSION, plenty of parking available.
Any interested stall holders please contact projects@airforcemuseum.co.nz


