Forget the standard weekend circuit! This week, Rotterdam is buzzing with hands-on adventures perfect for local families. We've dug up some unique spots, from building real tech to tracking wildlife—get ready to explore!
Quick Picks
Teen Tech Day: Intro to Coding Robots
Information Plaza 101, (Rotterdam Noord)
Free tech afternoon learning basic robot coding for older kids.
Interactive Puppet Show: The Forest Mystery
Jeruzalemweg 5, (Kralingen-Crooswijk)
A short, charming puppet show perfect for shielding little ones from bad weather.
Interactive Puppet Show: The Forest Mystery
Jeruzalemweg 5, (Kralingen-Crooswijk)
A perfect 45-minute experience tailored for the 3-7 age group.
· January 31
3BUILD A WIND TURBINE WORKSHOP : Dive into renewable energy! Kids get to design, build, and test their own miniature wind turbines. It's super engaging for aspiring young engineers.This is a limited-run, hands-on engineering session—a brilliant way to get kids actively involved in STEM rather than just looking at exhibits.
INTERACTIVE PUPPET SHOW: THE FOREST MYSTERY : A charming, short puppet show perfect for little ones who need an earlier finish. Expect bright colours and storytelling that keeps their attention.The short runtime (45 mins) is ideal for the younger end of the spectrum, making it a low-commitment outing.
WINTER WILDLIFE TRACKING WORKSHOP : Get outside and learn to spot animal tracks and signs in the winter landscape near the lake. Remember to dress warmly!This is a genuine local nature discovery session—perfect for older kids who love solving mysteries outdoors.
· February 1
3SENSORY ART: TEXTURED LANDSCAPES : Get ready to make a brilliant mess! You’ll be using sand, glue, and fabric scraps to build wild, textured landscapes.The focus on tactile materials (sand, fabric) makes this a fantastic sensory workshop for younger, creative kids.
TEEN TECH DAY: INTRO TO CODING ROBOTSFREE : Older kids can spend Sunday learning basic block-coding by programming small robots. Great, productive screen time!It’s totally free and targeted specifically at the often-hard-to-please 11-15 age group, focusing on practical tech skills.
FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE (DUTCH SUBTITLES) : Catch a special Sunday matinee showing of a family blockbuster. It’s the perfect backup plan if the weather outside turns sour.While cinema is common, this is a designated family matinee with Dutch subtitles, making it a reliable, low-stress indoor outing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hands-on science or tech activities are happening this weekend?
We found two excellent STEM options: Kids aged 6-12 can build their own 'Build a Wind Turbine Workshop' on Saturday, and teens (11-15) can try 'Teen Tech Day: Intro to Coding Robots' for free on Sunday!
Where can I find activities specifically for my toddler (age 4)?
The 'Interactive Puppet Show: The Forest Mystery' in Kralingen-Crooswijk on Saturday afternoon is targeted perfectly for ages 3-7.
Is there anything cheap or free we can do outdoors?
The 'Teen Tech Day' on Sunday is entirely free and indoors, but if you want to explore, the 'Winter Wildlife Tracking Workshop' on Saturday costs €12 and takes you outside near the Kralingen lake area.