Get ready for a fun weekend in Aurora! We found some awesome family activities for your crew, from potential winter fun to creative explorations happening specifically on February 7th and 8th, 2026.
See our top picks
Youth Robotics Demo & Intro
Aurora Tech Hub
Free intro to robotics and coding for older kids!
Aurora Ice Sculpting Workshop
Aurora Community Center
Cool, hands-on ice carving for pre-teens and teens.
Toddler's Winter Story Time & Craft
Aurora Public Library - Central Branch
A cozy, free morning of stories and crafts for the 3-5 crowd.
· February 7
3AURORA ICE SCULPTING WORKSHOP : Sign up the older kids for this cool workshop where they learn the basics of ice carving! It’s a unique winter skill session right here in Aurora. Limited spots available, so sign up ASAP.A rare chance for older kids to try a unique, hands-on winter art form.
TODDLER'S WINTER STORY TIME & CRAFTFREE : Bring your little one for a cozy morning of winter-themed stories perfect for the preschool crowd. They follow up the reading with a simple, age-appropriate craft activity.One of the few high-quality, free events specifically tailored for the youngest age group this weekend.
YOUTH ROBOTICS DEMO & INTROFREE : Older kids interested in coding and engineering can see live robot demonstrations and get a brief intro to a local robotics club. Spots are limited, so book your spot!A fantastic free opportunity for older kids to explore STEM fields in a professional setting.
· February 8
3FAMILY BOARD GAME TOURNAMENT DAY : Dust off your favorite strategy games for a friendly family tournament! They will have stations for different age/complexity levels, so everyone gets to play. Great for competitive kids.A dedicated, fun family event that encourages critical thinking and friendly competition for kids up to early teens.
JUNIOR SCIENTIST EXPLORATION: VOLCANOES! : Kids get to mix up their own safe volcano eruptions and learn about plate tectonics in this interactive session. Perfect for hands-on learners!A specialized, hands-on science experience focused on a classic kid-favorite topic happening this weekend only.
OUTDOOR NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT: WINTER BIRDS : Head outside for a guided scavenger hunt focused on spotting local winter birds and identifying tracks. Bring those binoculars! Great way to get some fresh air before the afternoon slump.Encourages outdoor exploration and nature observation, which is rare to find structured this time of year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Aurora this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there are two free events: the Youth Robotics Demo & Intro on Saturday afternoon and the Toddler's Winter Story Time & Craft on Saturday morning.
Are there any exciting STEM activities for my 10-year-old this weekend?
Yes! Check out the Junior Scientist Exploration: Volcanoes! session on Sunday afternoon, or the Youth Robotics Demo & Intro on Saturday if your child is closer to 14.
What can we do on Sunday, February 8th, that's engaging for a mix of ages?
Sunday offers the Family Board Game Tournament Day in the afternoon, which caters to a wide age range (6-14), or the Outdoor Nature Scavenger Hunt in the morning for active families.
