Hey there! Finding fun for the 3-14 crew in Aarhus this weekend (Feb 7th & 8th) is totally doable with these limited-run highlights. We've got art workshops, dinosaur detective fun, and a cool puppet show happening!
See our top picks
Become a Dinosaur Detective at the Steno Museum
Steno Museet
Kids under 18 get free entry and can become palaeontologists for a day!
Unleash the Joy of Creation at ARoS
ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum
Get indoors and make a huge mess (with art supplies) in a dedicated creative workshop.
Message in a Bottle: A Musical Experience for the Little Ones
Teatret Gruppe 38
A cozy, intimate musical performance specifically created for the youngest audience members.
· February 7
3UNLEASH THE JOY OF CREATION AT AROS : ARoS is turning into a massive creative workshop this week where you and the kids can get hands-on building universes with cardboard and modeling clay. It’s a perfect indoor activity for a winter weekend when you need guaranteed creative fun.A special, limited-run creative takeover at a top museum, perfect for hands-on fun.
BECOME A DINOSAUR DETECTIVE AT THE STENO MUSEUM : Time travel back millions of years as the Steno Museum becomes a hub for dinosaur detectives looking for clues! This is part of the winter holiday program, so it's tailored to keep curious minds busy.An engaging, themed science activity that turns learning about paleontology into a fun investigation.
JAKOB MARTIN STRID'S “LITTLE FROG” THEATRE SHOW : Catch the dramatization of the modern classic, 'Lille Frø' (Little Frog), filled with humor and music for the whole family during the winter holidays. It’s a heartfelt show about being loved just as you are.A critically acclaimed, limited-run adaptation of a beloved Danish children's classic.
· February 8
3MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE: A MUSICAL EXPERIENCE FOR THE LITTLE ONES : If you have a very young one, this musical and sensual performance is created just for them and their adults. It’s an intimate and cozy way to experience theatre this Sunday.A specialized, sensory musical event perfect for families with preschoolers during the holidays.
KAZOO - CHILDREN'S MUSIC FESTIVAL AT MUSIKHUSET AARHUS : Turn Musikhuset into a giant music playground where kids can meet the orchestra, sing with a family choir, and experiment with all kinds of music. Note: the program is in Danish!A large, one-day music festival dedicated entirely to children's musical exploration.
WINTER HOLIDAY RACE DAY AT JYDSK VÆDDELØBSBANE : For a bit of thrill, check out the trotting horse races on the historic track near Marselisborg Forest. It’s a lively afternoon event that’s different from the usual museum/workshop day.A fast-paced, exciting local sports event providing a different kind of family entertainment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Aarhus this weekend?
While many permanent spots like the Natural History Museum are free for under 18s, for specific weekend events, check if the 'Become a Dinosaur Detective' activities at Steno Museum (Sat/Sun) offer free entry for kids or look for general free entry at places like the Botanical Garden.
Are there any music events for kids this weekend?
Yes! The Kazoo - Children's Music Festival at Musikhuset Aarhus is happening on Sunday, February 8th, with fun activities, singing, and chances to see instruments up close.
What's on for the older kids (10-14 range) on Saturday?
For older kids, the 'Unleash the Joy of Creation at ARoS' offers a big, engaging indoor art workshop, or they might love the high-energy theatre show 'Jakob Martin Strid's “Little Frog”' at Godsbanen.
