Get ready for a fun-packed weekend in Braunschweig! We have everything from LEGO robot competitions and family discos to historical tours and puppet shows available on February 28th and March 1st, 2026. Don't miss the final family dance party this Sunday!
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City History Guided Tour
Altstadtrathaus Braunschweig
A completely free, educational walk through the city centre on Saturday.
Schlossmuseum Braunschweig (Castle Museum)
Schlossmuseum Braunschweig
Keep warm indoors exploring the castle, plus kids under 15 are free entry!
Puppet Show Afternoon
Waldorfkindergarten Am Giersberg e.V.
A charming, traditional puppet show perfect for an early Saturday afternoon.
· February 28
5: Head over to the Waldorf Kindergarten for a classic puppet show in the afternoon. This is a great, cozy event perfect for younger children to enjoy some traditional storytelling.A traditional afternoon activity perfect for engaging young kids early on Saturday.
LEGO ROBOT REGIONAL COMPETITION : Watch brilliant young minds showcase their skills by competing with self-built LEGO robots. This is the regional qualifier, so the creativity levels will be high!It's an exciting, high-energy competition where kids can see real STEM talent in action.
FREE : A free workshop focused on sound and audio production, perfect for teens looking to get hands-on experience with music technology.It's free and offers a practical, engaging skill-building activity for older kids on Saturday morning.
FREE : Take a free walk through Braunschweig’s history, starting at the Old Town Hall. While tours can be long, the architecture might hold enough interest for school-aged kids.It’s a fantastic, completely free way to explore the city centre on Saturday afternoon.
: Another reminder about the puppet show on Saturday afternoon at 3:00 PM. Great low-key fun before dinner time.Confirming the Saturday event details across multiple sources.
· March 1
3: This is the tenth and final family disco! Kids aged 5 to 11 can dance with their parents to charts, Hip Hop, and 90s tunes. Get your tickets for this last chance to party.It's the grand finale of the family disco series, happening Sunday afternoon.
: The top teams from Saturday's regional competition move on to face the best teams from Northern Germany. If your older child was competing, Sunday is the final showdown!The culmination of the LEGO robotics event, worth watching if Saturday was a success.
: A workshop focused on empowerment and learning what to do about bullying. Note: This location is listed in Lehrte, slightly outside Braunschweig, but included due to proximity and topic relevance.It covers an important and relevant topic for teens, and it's scheduled for Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: Explore the history of the Braunschweig residence castle, complete with royal furnishings and courtly culture displays. Excellent for a cold or rainy Saturday.Kids under 15 get in for free, making it an excellent budget-friendly cultural outing.
: This participatory exhibition lets everyone explore how eating habits have changed, tracing the journey of food through the body. It involves tasting and hands-on activities.The hands-on and tasting elements make this museum exhibit highly engaging for kids on Sunday.
: If you missed it Saturday, the Castle Museum is open Sunday too! Perfect for a history dive where children under 15 get free entry.Offers a great alternative indoor activity for Sunday morning.
: An exhibition at the City Museum highlighting modern Jewish life and the work of the Central Council. A deep look into German history and community.It's a significant cultural exhibition running this weekend at the City Museum.
: The interactive exhibit about eating habits and the journey of food is running all weekend long. If you need an activity for Saturday, this is a fun, sensory exploration.We're listing it for Saturday as well to ensure both days have strong options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Braunschweig this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) you can enjoy the free City History Guided Tour on Saturday afternoon, and the Soundcraft Workshop for Youth on Saturday morning.
What is happening on Sunday for children?
Sunday, March 1st features the final DEINE PARTY Kids Family Disco (ages 5-11) from 2 PM, and the continuation of the FIRST LEGO League qualification round.
Are there any family-focused educational activities available?
Yes, check out the hands-on Food and Drink Exhibition at the Landesmuseum, or the exciting FIRST LEGO League robotics competition on Saturday at the Haus der Wissenschaft.
