Under the Big Top
Find your missing ticket in a playful, hands-on circus mystery.
Good fit for: mixed-age families who enjoy exploring and trying things together.
An adventure together, whatever the weather
School Holiday Escape Rooms in Christchurch
Choose from seven private escape-room experiences in central Christchurch, for first-timers, mixed-age families and confident puzzle-solvers. An indoor adventure, rain or shine.
What parents need to know
Children aged 11 and under need an adult supervisor inside the room.
- Children’s pricing: ages 11 and under $29 per person; ages six and under play free. Prices are NZD.
- Genuine supervisors: one supervising adult may enter free of charge and help when needed. This does not cover ordinary adult participation. Every room needs at least two paid players. Contact us to arrange a free supervisor; the online system may not include space for them.
- Just your team: every booking is private, with Game Master hints and support available.
Choose your adventure
Pick a theme your family will enjoy. Each button takes you straight to that room’s available times.
Lost Without Hue
Help a young artist rediscover a love of colour.
Good fit for: observant families who enjoy creative, unexpected puzzles.
The Arcade
Tackle independent challenges in any order and build your team’s score.
Good fit for: energetic families who like working on different challenges at once.
Crime in the Alley
Connect the evidence and solve the case before the suspect escapes.
Good fit for: older children and adults who enjoy investigating a crime mystery.
Gracie’s Last Reading
Uncover the truth behind an impossible gift in a supernatural caravan mystery.
Good fit for: families with older children who enjoy a spooky story and solving clues together.
Riddle Ridge School
Break into a classroom where every subject holds part of the final answer.
Good fit for: confident puzzle-solving families who enjoy several things to investigate at once.
Memories of Nikola
Explore the world of Nikola Tesla through a layered invention mystery.
Good fit for: families with confident puzzle-solvers who enjoy a stronger challenge.
First escape room?
No specialist knowledge needed. Explore, share what you notice and solve things together.
Worried about getting stuck?
Your Game Master can offer hints and support whenever you need a nudge.
Mixed ages?
Adults play alongside children and help connect clues. Choose for the whole team, not only the youngest player.
Parent questions, answered
Do children need an adult in the room?
Yes. Children aged 11 and under require an adult supervisor inside the room.
Does the supervising adult need to pay?
One supervising adult may enter free of charge and help when needed. This does not cover ordinary adult participation. Every room still needs two paid players. Contact us to arrange the correct booking setup, as the online system may not include space for a free supervisor.
What age are escape rooms suitable for?
There is no single best starting age: confidence, attention and comfort with the theme matter. Check each room’s atmosphere and sensory guidance, and plan for adults to help younger players connect clues.
What if the room is too difficult for us?
Your Game Master can provide hints and support. Ask for help when you need it; you can enjoy solving the room together without working everything out alone.
Which room should we choose with children?
Choose for the whole family’s interests and confidence. Under the Big Top offers hands-on play; Lost Without Hue rewards observation; confident puzzle-solving families may enjoy Memories of Nikola. Read the room’s theme and sensory guidance before booking.
How many people can play?
The standard team size is two to six people per room, with a minimum of two paid players. Contact us if you are unsure how to include a free supervising adult in your booking.
How long should we allow?
Allow around 75 minutes in total, including the 60-minute game. Arrive 10 minutes before your booked time for the briefing.
Do we need to book ahead during the school holidays?
Booking ahead is recommended so you can get the room and time you want.