Hey! Here are some awesome, age-appropriate family events happening in Dortmund this weekend (February 7th & 8th, 2026). We've got some fun theatre and music lined up for you!
See our top picks
Book Picture Movie (Bilderbuchkino)
Theater Dortmund - Kinder- und Jugendtheater
Unique, inclusive storytelling for little ones for free on Sunday!
Emil und die Detektive
KJT Dortmund in der Sckellstraße
A live theatre show perfect for keeping everyone entertained indoors on Sunday afternoon.
Book Picture Movie (Bilderbuchkino)
Theater Dortmund - Kinder- und Jugendtheater
A fantastic, sensory-friendly storytelling event for children aged 2+ on Sunday afternoon.
· February 7
2KIRSAS MUSIC : Time for some live music that the kids will love! This event at the Dortmund Opera House looks like a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon with the whole family.A scheduled music event specifically listed for families on a Saturday afternoon.
39TH INTERNATIONAL PIGEON SHOW (BRIEFTAUBEN AUSSTELLUNG) : This is a niche international trade fair for pigeon sports, but if your kids love animals or learning about unique hobbies, it could be a surprisingly interesting Saturday visit.The only event found specifically running on Saturday that isn't theatre/music.
· February 8
2EMIL UND DIE DETEKTIVE : The classic children's book comes to life at the local Children's and Youth Theatre! This is a fantastic chance to see a live play perfect for a Sunday afternoon outing.A confirmed theatre performance at the dedicated Children's and Youth Theatre for this Sunday.
BOOK PICTURE MOVIE (BILDERBUCHKINO)FREE : A cool, free movie-style event where a story is told in spoken language AND sign language, with pictures shown on screen—great for hearing and deaf children alike.A unique, free, inclusive event for young children happening on Sunday afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Dortmund this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08), the best free option is the 'Book Picture Movie (Bilderbuchkino)' at the Kinder- und Jugendtheater on Sunday afternoon (Feb 08).
Are there any family-friendly performances on Saturday?
Yes! Check out 'Kirsas Music' at the Opernhaus Dortmund on Saturday, February 7th at 3:00 PM; tickets are around €5-€7.
What non-theatre events are on for kids?
If you are looking for something different, the '39th International Pigeon Show' is running all weekend at Messe Dortmund, which could be interesting for animal lovers.
