A brand-new messy play hub is landing at The Hub in Hornby, packed with slime, playdough, and all the chaos kids love. No clean-up for you—just endless sensory fun for them!
Brace yourselves, parents – Christchurch’s favourite sensory play crew, Messy Mates, is putting down roots with a brand-new permanent space at The Hub Hornby. That’s right, no more waiting for pop-up sessions or scrambling for tickets. From April 28, your little ones can dive headfirst into gooey, squishy, sensory goodness any day of the week – and you don’t even have to clean up afterwards.
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Messy Play = Smart Play
If you’ve ever watched your kid gleefully squish slime between their fingers or dump an entire container of rice onto the floor (for science, obviously), you already know the power of messy play. It’s more than just fun – it’s a brain-boosting, fine motor-skill-building, confidence-growing adventure. Messy Mates’ new space is designed to let kids explore, create, and experiment with textures, colours, and materials – no ‘keep it tidy’ rules in sight.
What can we expect from the new space?
- A dedicated sensory play area packed with playdough, slime, gloop, rice, and more.
- Structured class sessions for different age groups.
- Drop-in play times for free-range sensory fun.
- Themed experiences, like messy science and potion-making.
- Coverall rentals
- Sensory play plus role-play items and toys to keep everyone busy.
- A space available to hire for parties – because every great birthday needs a bit of chaos.
- A café next door, so you can sip coffee while your little one explores.
Get in First, Grab a Goodie Bag
Opening week runs from April 28 – May 2, and if you book a class during this week, you could be one of the first 50 people to score a free goodie bag.
- Class times: 9:30 – 10:30 AM & 1:30 – 2:30 PM.
- Drop-in sessions available, but goodie bags are class-exclusive.
- Book early – because free stuff never lasts long.
Why Parents Will Love It
This isn’t just another play space. It’s a place where kids get to be kids – to make messes, get creative, and learn without restrictions. And for parents? It’s a chance to sit back, relax, and let someone else handle the clean-up.
So, if you’re keen for some chaotic, creative fun without the post-play disaster zone at home, Messy Mates at The Hub is about to be your new best friend.
Mark your calendars for April 28 and book a session here – your future self (and your carpet) will thank you.
