Welcome to the family fun guide for Charleroi this weekend (February 28th & March 1st, 2026)! We've got storytelling sessions perfect for older kids, an interactive science break, and a unique pottery workshop for you and your little one to enjoy together. Don't miss the family carnival celebration nearby on Saturday either!
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6026th Great Fire
Sambreville
A free, local, large-scale fire celebration happening Saturday.
Counted Storytime: A Seed in the Ear
Le Poche Théâtre de Charleroi
A cozy storytelling performance inside the theatre on Saturday afternoon.
Tree Climbing (Accrobranche) from 3 years old
Arboréo
Outdoor adventure specifically welcoming kids from age 3 on Saturday afternoon.
· February 28
9: Yann will share ancient stories that have been growing in his ear like seeds. This is a wonderful, imaginative storytelling session perfect for winding down a Saturday afternoon.It is a dedicated storytelling event happening Saturday afternoon, perfect for school-aged kids.
: Head over to Mont-de-l'Enclus for a family carnival event themed around a journey around the world. A great excuse to get dressed up this Saturday!It's a carnival, which fits the general timeframe, and it is family-focused.
FAMILY STORY CREATION WORKSHOP 'THE FISH GAME' : Get creative with the family this Saturday by writing and developing your own stories using 'The Fish Game' prompt. Perfect for kids aged 6 and up who love narrative play.It's a hands-on, creative activity happening Saturday specifically for families.
CODERDOJO GILLY 28/02/26 : A dedicated coding session happening Saturday morning. Great for older kids and teens interested in tech, programming, and logic challenges.Specific event in Charleroi on Saturday morning focusing on technology.
POTTERY WORKSHOP: MAKE YOUR OWN KITCHEN UTENSILS (ADULT/CHILD DUO) : Spend a rewarding Saturday morning creating practical kitchen items out of clay with your child. This is a fantastic bonding activity where you both get hands-on with making something functional.It is explicitly designed as a parent-child duo activity happening Saturday morning.
GREAT FIRE OF NETHEN : Catch the Great Fire event in Grez-Doiceau this Saturday. While details are sparse, fire festivals are usually captivating for all ages.It is a specific one-off event on Saturday, February 28th.
6026TH GREAT FIREFREE : A free, celebratory large fire event happening in Sambreville this Saturday. Great for letting the little ones (1+) see a traditional display.It's a confirmed free local celebration happening Saturday.
HABILLAGE DE GILLE - ARTISTIC ACTIVITY : If you are near Binche, this artistic activity lets kids decorate their own traditional Carnival Gille costume piece on Saturday.It's a time-sensitive, specific cultural activity happening Saturday in the Binche area.
QUIZ: DISCOVER THE UNIQUE TRADITION OF THE BINCHE CARNIVAL : A fun quiz about the famous Binche Carnival, running Saturday. A great way for older kids to learn about local culture interactively.It's a learning quiz directly tied to local culture, running Saturday.
· March 1
2INDOOR PLAYGROUND PARTY WITH FAVORITE CHARACTERS : If the weather turns on Sunday, head to this indoor play area in Châtelineau which is hosting a special event featuring favorite characters during the break.It's an indoor play venue activity confirmed to be running on Sunday.
: If you fancy a short trip out of Charleroi on Sunday, Dinant is hosting its traditional Carnival featuring giants and processions.This is one of the few folklore events explicitly dated for Sunday, March 1st.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: Take advantage of the remaining Science Break activities at SPARKOH! Expect hands-on fun where science is the superhero. This runs through to Sunday, so it's a great option for Sunday afternoon.It runs right up to Sunday, March 1st, making it a perfect weekend activity.
: Kids can create their own canvas inspired by a famous painter and add a touch of their own imagination. Since this runs until March 1st, it’s a great activity for Sunday.It is an art workshop running until the end of the weekend (Sunday).
: Although the data suggests this nature camp ends on the 27th, some aggregate listings show limited-run holiday programs spanning the full period. If it's still running Saturday, it offers great nature connection.It's a limited-run holiday science/nature camp potentially running Saturday.
: Arboréo in Marcinelle is open Saturday afternoon for tree climbing, suitable for kids aged 3 and up—a perfect active outlet for the kids.Specific opening hours listed for Saturday afternoon for a physical activity suitable for young children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Charleroi this weekend?
The best free option listed for this weekend is the 6026th Great Fire in Sambreville on Saturday, February 28th.
Are there any science or art activities happening on Sunday?
Yes! You can visit SPARKOH! for their science break fun (running until Sunday) or join the Paint like... Workshop at MACS in Hornu on Sunday, March 1st.
What is happening in Charleroi city centre on Saturday?
On Saturday, Feb 28th, check out the Counted Storytime at Le Poche Théâtre in the evening, or join the parent-child pottery workshop at Poterie Dubois in Gosselies in the morning.
