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School Ball

Seasonal

School Ball

School ball committees and pre-ball parties — theming, venues, budgets, photos and safe after-ball plans.

When it happens

Terms 2–3 (roughly May–September) — peak ball season for NZ secondary schools.

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School Ball Guides & Ideas

School Ball Committee Planning Guide

School Ball Committee Planning Guide

A 12-month timeline for school ball committees — budgets, venues, themes, suppliers and safety.

Pre-Ball Party Guide for Parents

Pre-Ball Party Guide for Parents

How to host a relaxed, safe pre-ball gathering — photos, food, timings and transport.

DIY Ideas for School Ball

Buttonholes & Corsages
Medium

Buttonholes & Corsages

40 min$10-$35
Fresh Flower Hair Comb
Medium

Fresh Flower Hair Comb

40 min$8-$30
Draped Tulle & Lights Wall
Easy

Draped Tulle & Lights Wall

45 min$15-$45

Suppliers to Help

All suppliers

Queenstown Venues NZ

Queenstown

Venues
4.9(63)

Auckland Wedding Photography Co

Auckland

Photography
4.8(47)

Wellington Event Catering

Wellington

Catering
4.7(32)

Hamilton Balloon Artistry

Hamilton

Décor & Styling
4.9(56)

Tauranga Photo Booths

Tauranga

Photo Booths
4.8(29)

NZ Florists Direct

Auckland

Florists
4.7(38)

Plan your School Ball the easy way

Save a checklist, set a budget and keep everything in one place — free.

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