Welcome to a quieter weekend in Geneva! We have a fantastic creative workshop for teens and some great opportunities to catch events before they close, like the immersive 'Pixel Zoo Jungle' adventure. For those looking outside the city, a fun carnival atmosphere awaits at the Signal de Bougy on Sunday.
See our top picks
Borges Exhibition
Bibliothèque de la Cité
A free, quiet cultural visit concluding Sunday afternoon.
Pixel Zoo Jungle, an Immersive Adventure
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The final chance this weekend for an engaging indoor adventure.
Mini Carnival at Signal de Bougy
Signal de Bougy (VD)
A lighthearted Sunday outing featuring carnival fun and optional crafts.
· February 28
3: A great spot for older kids to hang out, get creative, and chat in a structured environment. Perfect for letting them flex their creative muscles after school.It's one of the few specific kids' events scheduled right on Saturday afternoon.
: Catch a Super League derby match at Stade de Genève on Saturday night. A high-energy outing if your kids love football.A major local sporting event happening Saturday evening.
: Visit the Botanical Gardens on Saturday where a professional 'nose' will challenge you and the kids to identify plants purely by scent. A fun, sensory way to engage with nature.A specific, sensory workshop held at a great Geneva institution on Saturday.
· March 1
1FREE : Celebrate the return of spring after the winter break with a fun, small-scale carnival atmosphere at Signal de Bougy on Sunday. Great for younger kids.A specific, family-focused event on Sunday celebrating carnival time.
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9: This is your last chance to dive into this immersive experience about the mysteries of the jungle. Perfect for a dynamic family outing before it closes on Sunday.It is closing on Sunday, March 1st, making it a crucial last-chance event.
FREE : Check out this free exhibition focusing on Jorge Luis Borges' love for Geneva through photos and books. A quiet, cultural option for Sunday.It's the final day of this free exhibition, offering culture for all ages.
: Take a guided walk around beautiful Champex-Lac and let the kids (over 4) enjoy a sled ride pulled by a genuine St. Bernard dog. A wonderful mountain experience if you're willing to travel slightly outside Geneva for the day.A unique weekend activity involving famous Swiss dogs, available both days.
: Enjoy 4km of sledding track through the forest under the stars! This is a classic winter evening activity available only on Saturday.A dedicated Saturday night activity that screams winter fun.
: Get hands-on making your own personalized chocolate box and learn to prepare chocolate rocks at a historic Geneva chocolatier. Highly recommended for a tasty Saturday treat.It's a fantastic, specific Geneva tradition happening Saturday.
: This theatre festival, which revives notable Swiss productions, runs until March 8th. It’s a chance to catch high-quality theatre in Geneva before the run ends.It runs all weekend and concludes mid-March, offering arts exposure.
: A new photography exhibition opening this week that dialogues between archival images and contemporary art. A good quiet indoor option for Saturday morning.It just opened on Feb 19th, so it's a fresh exhibition to check out this weekend.
FREE : The NoOps travelling exhibition is here until March 7th, exploring what's inside our digital devices. A thought-provoking, free indoor activity for Saturday.It’s free, educational, and ends soon (March 7th).
: Explore the history, skill, and imagination behind the iconic Swiss chalet. Since this exhibition runs until March 6th, Saturday is a great time to catch it indoors.A cultural deep-dive into a Swiss icon running through the weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Geneva this weekend?
The best free activity is the 'Borges Exhibition' at the Bibliothèque de la Cité, which closes Sunday. Also, the 'Exhibition 'What are your digital objects hiding?'' is free to visit all weekend.
Are there any specific workshops for teens (12+)?
Yes! There is a 'Creative Workshop & Chat for 12-15 Year Olds' scheduled for Saturday afternoon at L'Atelier des familles in Meyrin.
What is happening on Sunday, March 1st?
Sunday is the last day for the 'Pixel Zoo Jungle' immersive experience and the free 'Borges Exhibition'. Additionally, the 'Mini Carnival at Signal de Bougy' offers family fun just outside the city.
