Level Up Summer | Whakarewa Raumati

Take your summer to the next level at Waimakariri Libraries. From battle bots to escape rooms, gaming showdowns to boredom busters, this is your chance to level up your summer break with fun, friends, and unforgettable experiences.

Battle Bots: Fury Road
Think you can fight our master robot off the platform? You've got 10 minutes to build a bot that can challenge ours, either by yourself or with up to two friends. Challenge us out of three and you may win a prize!
Oxford Library – Monday 12 January, 1-3pm
Rangiora Library – Monday 19 January, 1-3pm
Kaiapoi Library – Monday 26 January, 1-3pm


Escape Room
Step into a world of puzzles and mystery! Work together to crack codes, solve clues, and escape before time runs out.
Rangiora Library – Tuesday 13 January, 11-11.45am, 12-12.45pm, 1-1.45pm, 2-
2,45pm, 3-3.45pm
Rangiora Library- Wednesday 14 January, 11-11.45am, 12-12.45pm, 1-1.45pm, 2-
2,45pm, 3-3.45pm
Kaiapoi Library – Tuesday 20 January, 11-11.45am, 12-12.45pm, 1-1.45pm, 2-
2,45pm, 3-3.45pm
Kaiapoi Library – Wednesday 21 January, 11-11.45am, 12-12.45pm, 1-1.45pm, 2-
2,45pm, 3-3.45pm


Minute to Win it
Think you’ve got what it takes to beat the clock? Test your skills in a series of fun, fast-paced challenges using everyday items. Compete in teams, rack up points, and claim bragging rights in this ultimate game show showdown.
Kaiapoi Library – Thursday 15 January, 1-2pm
Rangiora Library – Thursday 22 January, 1-2pm


Slice and Dice Pizza Party
Get ready to slice, dice, and share! Join us for a laid-back pizza party where you can hang out with friends, enjoy a slice, play games and kick back before school starts. It’s the perfect way to wrap up summer with good vibes and great food.
Kaiapoi Library – Tuesday 27 January, 1-3pm
Rangiora Library – Wednesday 28 January, 1-3pm