Get ready for a busy weekend in Karlsruhe! We've got some fantastic theatre for the little ones like 'Peter und der Wolf' and 'Der Grüffelo' running, plus a fun free workshop on Saturday morning. If you love markets, there are two flea markets happening on Saturday to hunt for treasures.
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Open Workshop
OjW
A completely free hands-on session for creative kids on Saturday morning.
The Gruffalo
marotte Figurentheater
The perfect indoor puppet show for Sunday afternoon.
The Gruffalo
marotte Figurentheater
A well-loved story adapted perfectly for ages 4 and up.
· February 28
4PETER AND THE WOLF : Catch the classic children's performance of Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf at the Marotte Theatre. They have two separate showtimes on Saturday, so you can pick the slot that works best for your family.It's running all weekend and is a celebrated children's classic performed live.
FREE : A commission flea market focused on children's items held in Spielberg. Bonus: childcare is mentioned, so parents might get a few minutes to browse solo!It's a Saturday morning market opportunity combined with childcare services.
FREE : If you miss the morning market, head over to Karlsbad-Ittersbach in the afternoon for another child-focused flea market. Perfect for picking up last-minute winter gear.It's an afternoon market option on Saturday, offering variety from the morning event.
: This international festival runs through the entire weekend. While focused on Baroque music, there are often family or school-related educational components you might find details on if you check the schedule.It’s a major cultural event happening across the city this weekend.
Also On· anytime this weekend
3: If you missed Peter and the Wolf, catch the popular puppet show based on the beloved picture book 'The Gruffalo.' There are two performances scheduled for Sunday afternoon.The perfect Sunday afternoon outing for younger kids who love puppet theatre.
FREE : Head over to the open workshop this Saturday morning for some hands-on creativity. It’s completely free, so it’s a great low-pressure way to spend a few hours creating things.It is free and offers unstructured creative time, which is rare!
: Take the kids to the Planetarium for a session on dinosaur survival. It's a one-hour slot perfect for slightly older kids interested in natural history.A specific, scheduled show at the Planetarium for Saturday afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Karlsruhe this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) we found the free 'Open Workshop' on Saturday morning (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM) at OjW. Check local listings for potential free entry to the Handel Festival events.
Is there anything good to see on Sunday?
Sunday, March 1st, features two performances of 'Peter and the Wolf' and two performances of 'The Gruffelo' at the Marotte Theatre, alongside the EUROVINO trade fair.
Are there any markets this weekend?
Yes! Saturday, Feb 28th, has two options: the 'Children's Commission Flea Market' in Spielberg in the morning and the 'Flea Market 'Everything About Children'' in Karlsbad-Ittersbach in the afternoon.
