Welcome to the last weekend of February! Bern is buzzing with carnival activity this weekend, alongside several fantastic family workshops and museum exhibitions perfect for indoor fun. Don't miss the huge parades in nearby Thun and Huttwil if you fancy an outing.
See our top picks
Coding Club for Girls
Bern
Free tech workshop for girls 11-16 happening Saturday.
Permanent Exhibition: Wunderkammer - The Display Collection
Natural History Museum or related Bern collection
Explore historical collections indoors at the museum this Sunday.
Family Morning at Zentrum Paul Klee
Zentrum Paul Klee
Creative workshops and tours designed for mixed-age families Sunday morning.
· February 28
6CODING CLUB FOR GIRLSFREE : A free opportunity for older girls to dip their toes into programming and tech workshops. Great for keeping teens engaged on a Saturday morning.It’s one of the few activities explicitly catering to the 11-16 age group happening on Saturday.
EXHIBITION: FORGOTTEN BY LUCK. FORCED WELFARE MEASURES IN BERN AND SWITZERLAND : This exhibition closes today, making Saturday your last chance to see powerful stories about social welfare measures in Bern's history. It's recommended for older children who can engage with historical context.This is the final day (Feb 28) for this specific, family-labelled historical exhibition.
EXHIBITION: GREENLAND IN SIGHT! : Explore Switzerland’s historical fascination with the polar regions. This is a great indoor option to discuss climate and geography.It's a major exhibition running all weekend that explicitly includes children and family interest.
EXHIBITION: FOCUS. HANS FISCHLI (1909-1989) : See the work of the Bauhaus student Hans Fischli. This is a great cultural stop for families with older, artistically inclined children.This exhibition is running all weekend and is set in Bern.
FAMILY CONCERT: THE ORCHESTRA CLOWN : While technically in Winterthur, this family concert featuring an orchestra clown is too perfectly targeted for young music lovers to ignore. Check travel time!Perfectly age-targeted family music event happening on Saturday.
FREE : If you want big carnival atmosphere, head to Huttwil for their grand parade featuring Gugge bands and street festivities, kicking off mid-afternoon Saturday. A great outdoor spectacle!The Grand Carnival Parade is the key Saturday event in the surrounding region, offering classic Fasnacht fun.
· March 1
4FAMILY WORKSHOP – TIME OF THE KNIGHTS : Spend the day diving into medieval times with this themed family workshop. If your kids love knights, armour, and castles, this is a great indoor activity.A themed workshop focused on knights is timely and highly engaging for primary school-aged children.
PERMANENT EXHIBITION: WUNDERKAMMER - THE DISPLAY COLLECTION : Explore historical collections and modern research methods in this insightful display. A great, dry place to spend a Sunday afternoon.It’s a reliable, general interest museum exhibition running all weekend that welcomes families.
EXHIBITION: MASSEN – FOULES – CROWDS : Explore the theme of crowds and mass phenomena at the Museum of Communication. This exhibition is engaging for older kids interested in social dynamics.The Museum of Communication is usually interactive, making this exhibition a strong candidate for Sunday exploration.
EXHIBITION: SELTENE STOFFE BY VIOLA ROHNER : This exhibition closes in three weeks, so catch it while you can this Sunday. It involves a story about a rich widow and the criminal police—potentially intriguing for older kids.It is a limited-run show available this Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: Kick off your Sunday with an engaging artistic workshop in Creaviva's ateliers, followed by an interactive tour of the current exhibitions. It’s a structured way to get creative together.It's a recurring Sunday favourite offering hands-on art activities tailored for mixed-age families.
: View Renaissance painting from the 13th to 15th centuries. While focused on old masters, it’s listed as suitable for the whole family to explore historical art.A large-scale museum exhibition covering the early Renaissance that welcomes families this Sunday.
: A drop-in session at the Paul Klee Centre inviting guests to engage in creative drawing exercises. Great for a mid-afternoon artistic burst.The 4 PM slot gives families a dedicated creative hour on Sunday afternoon.
: Visit the famous rescue dog Barry at the Natural History Museum. Always a winner with kids, it’s a reliable indoor option for Saturday.A classic Bern attraction that is always running and specifically targets children and families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Bern this weekend?
The best free event confirmed for this weekend is the Coding Club for Girls on Saturday (for ages 11-16). If you are willing to travel slightly outside Bern, the Huttwil Carnival Parade on Saturday afternoon is often free to watch.
Are there any big parades or outdoor events on Saturday?
Yes! The Huttwil Carnival Parade happens on Saturday at 15:15, offering a major outdoor spectacle with music and costumes.
What's happening specifically on Sunday morning for younger kids?
The 'Familienmorgen' (Family Morning) at Zentrum Paul Klee starts at 10:15 AM, offering a perfect, structured artistic activity.
