Celebrating 100 Years of Cholmondeley Children’s Centre
As Cholmondeley Children’s Centre reaches a historic 100-year milestone in March 2025, we are thrilled to invite the Canterbury community to join us in a series of special events to celebrate the past, present, and future of our beloved Centre.
Established in 1925, Cholmondeley has been a place of respite, resilience, and growth for children and a support to families across Canterbury. This March, we celebrate this legacy with a lineup of exciting events, including open days, a family movie night, and a gala, offering opportunities for everyone to be part of this momentous occasion.
Centenary Events Calendar
Gala Event
Date: Friday, February 21, 2025
The centenary celebrations will culminate with an unforgettable Gala Event on HMNZS Canterbury, celebrating Cholmondeley’s achievements over the past century. Limited tickets available. More information here
Family Movie Night
Date: Sunday, March 2nd, 2025
Time: 4-7 PM
Kick off our centenary celebrations with a fun-filled outdoor movie night at Cholmondeley. Families, children, and the wider community are invited to bring a picnic, blankets, and join us for an evening under the stars. Current and past Cholmondeley and Governors Bay children and their families are especially invited, but everyone is welcome! More information here.
Open Days at Cholmondeley
Dates: Saturday, March 8th & Sunday, March 9th, 2025
Explore the Centre like never before! Join us for guided tours, live music, and market stalls as we open our doors to the public. It’s a unique opportunity for families and friends to experience the legacy of Cholmondeley and see how the Centre has grown. Tours start every 30 minutes, and entry is free.
Dress Up for Cholmondeley Day
Date: Friday, March 7th, 2025
Help raise awareness and show your support by dressing up in styles from any era of Cholmondeley’s 100-year history—or as superheroes! Whether you’re at work, school, or with friends, dress up for a cause and share your photos with #100YearsOfCholmondeley for a chance to win prizes. More information here
A Nostalgic Journey Through Cholmondeley’s Past
In addition to these events, we will be showcasing a special collection of images capturing key moments from the last 100 years of Cholmondeley’s history. This nostalgic display will be open throughout the weekend, offering guests an insightful and heartfelt look into the Centre’s rich legacy and evolution over the years. For those unable to attend in person, highlights will also be available on our centenary page and on social media.
We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone with the people who have been a part of Cholmondeley’s journey and look forward to an inspiring future.
Join us in honouring a century of support for Canterbury’s children and families.