Hey Frankfurt parents! Skip the big tourist traps this weekend and dive into some truly local, hands-on fun. We found a cool winter trail in Westend, a chance to dig up fossils (the replica kind!), and a seriously messy art day in Höchst. Get ready for adventures outside the usual guidebook!
Quick Picks
Winter Forest Exploration Trail
Grünenburgpark
Get the kids outdoors and earn a free 'Junior Ranger' sticker!
Giant LEGO Building Challenge Finale
Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1
Perfect indoor fun where older kids can watch pros or join the family build challenge.
Winter Forest Exploration Trail
Grünenburgpark
A gentle, outdoor nature walk ideal for younger explorers (ages 4-10).
· January 31
3WINTER FOREST EXPLORATION TRAILFREE : Join the park rangers for a special winter trail to learn about animals in the cold season. You'll get a free 'Junior Ranger' sticker at the end! Dress warmly as it's all outdoors.It's completely free, kids get an official-looking sticker, and it gets them exploring local nature when most people stay inside.
DINO BONE DIG WORKSHOP : Become a junior paleontologist for the afternoon! This limited-run workshop lets older kids carefully excavate and clean replica dinosaur bones in a simulated dig site.It’s very hands-on for older kids who love science—they actually get to excavate and clean replica fossils.
THE GOLDEN SLIPPER THEATRE PLAY : A brand new production based on a classic fairytale, perfect for a Saturday afternoon show. The venue is small, making it feel very intimate for the kids.It’s a new, intimate local theatre production—way better than the massive commercial shows!
· February 1
3GIANT LEGO BUILDING CHALLENGE FINALE : The final day of the regional LEGO building competition! Kids can watch the masters, or sign up for the family challenge station to build their own structures.It’s the grand finale of a regional competition, offering a unique chance to watch master builders and participate.
PENGUIN PARADE AND KEEPER TALK : The daily penguin parade is always a hit, but on Sunday the keeper gives a special Q&A talk just for the little ones right after the parade!It's not just the parade; it's the special, intimate Q&A talk with the keeper tailored just for younger children on Sunday.
MESSY MASTERPIECES ART DAY : Time to embrace the mess! This workshop is dedicated to finger painting, clay squishing, and using materials without worrying about the clean-up. Smocks provided!Perfect workshop where the goal is making a huge mess with finger painting and clay—and parents don't have to clean it up!
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Frankfurt this weekend?
The best free option this weekend (Jan 31) is the Winter Forest Exploration Trail in Grünenburgpark for kids aged 4-10, where they can learn about winter wildlife and earn a sticker.
Where can my younger kids (under 5) go this Sunday?
The Penguin Parade and Keeper Talk on Sunday (Feb 1) at Alfred-Brehm-Platz 1 is great for little ones (ages 3-8). If they are slightly older, the Messy Masterpieces Art Day in Höchst is perfect for ages 3-10.
Are there any special hands-on workshops happening Saturday?
Yes! For ages 7-14, try the Dino Bone Dig Workshop in Westend-Nord to excavate replica fossils. Or for younger ones, check out the theatre play in Sachsenhausen.