Get ready for a busy final weekend of February in Linz! We have high-octane action with the Masters of Dirt freestyle show, interactive theatre for younger kids, and some fantastic charity fun at the pool. Sunday brings some unique cultural and athletic activities, including breakdancing workshops and a Sunday market.
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Benefit Swimming for CliniClowns Upper Austria
Erlebnisoase Schörgenhub
Free entry swimming event on Saturday to raise money for charity.
The Mystery Detectives – The Great Participatory Adventure Linz
Kaufmännisches Palais
Highly interactive indoor mystery solving for kids 4-11 on Saturday.
Kasperl, the Kitten and the Little Ghost
Kinderkulturzentrum Kuddelmuddel
Traditional German puppet show tailored for ages 3 and up on Saturday.
· February 28
6FREE : Dive in and do good! This charity swim lets you donate by counting the lengths you swim while enjoying music from a DJ. It’s a fun way to spend the afternoon supporting the CliniClowns.It's a completely free, active event happening Saturday afternoon.
: If your kids love adrenaline, this is it! Expect spectacular freestyle motocross, BMX stunts, pyrotechnics, and massive jumps inside the TipsArena.It's a high-energy, one-off show on Saturday.
THE MYSTERY DETECTIVES – THE GREAT PARTICIPATORY ADVENTURE LINZ : An interactive show where kids actively help solve a mystery from their seats by finding clues and making decisions. Perfect for engaging younger primary schoolers indoors.Highly interactive show specifically designed for the 4-11 age group.
: A jungle adventure musical that promises to captivate both children and adults. Head to the Brucknerhaus for a sensory journey.A major theatrical production running specifically on Saturday afternoon.
: Catch one of the shows for the traditional but modern Circus Louis Knie, blending heritage acts with contemporary spectacle.A major entertainment draw running specifically this weekend in Urfahr.
: This is the perfect first concert experience! It’s a short, gentle musical event designed specifically for babies and toddlers (0+).Specially curated for the very youngest audience members on Saturday afternoon.
· March 1
3FREE : A large Sunday morning bazaar selling second-hand baby, children's, and youth goods. Great for grabbing gear for the little ones.A specific Sunday morning event focused entirely on family goods outside the city center.
BREAKDANCE WORKSHOP WITH BBOY TOGI & CHRISTINE : Let the kids get moving! This workshop introduces children aged 7 to 11 to the world of breakdancing with professional instructors.A specific, hands-on workshop for school-aged kids happening Sunday afternoon.
RINCONADA QUARTET CONCERT : A morning chamber music concert featuring the Rinconada Quartet at the Anton Bruckner Private University. A sophisticated way to spend Sunday morning.A confirmed event on Sunday morning at a local university venue.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: A traditional puppet show in German, perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. It’s a short, sweet dose of culture.Perfectly targeted for the youngest audience members (ages 3+).
: Experience stunning visual worlds in the 8K resolution theater at the Ars Electronica Center with your family. Check the specific time slots for this short, immersive session.A dedicated family slot at one of Linz's premier science/art venues.
: A creative workshop morning where kids aged 6 to 12 can get hands-on experience with art techniques at the Lentos museum.Dedicated structured art time for older primary schoolers on Saturday morning.
: Lock yourselves in for a real-life adventure game suitable for the entire family. Great teamwork challenge if the weather turns sour on Saturday.Listed as being for the whole family and offers structured fun on Saturday.
: A dance theatre performance based on The Lion King's story. A great option for an early evening show on Saturday.Family-themed dance performance happening Saturday evening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Linz this weekend?
The best completely free option this weekend is the Benefit Swimming for CliniClowns Upper Austria on Saturday at Erlebnisoase Schörgenhub, where you donate by swimming!
Are there any events suitable for toddlers (under 5)?
Yes, the Kasperl, the Kitten and the Little Ghost puppet show at Kinderkulturzentrum Kuddelmuddel on Saturday is explicitly for ages 3 and up. Also, the Cuddly Animal Concert on Saturday afternoon is made for ages 0+.
What is happening on Sunday, March 1st?
Sunday features the Children's Article Bazaar Scharten in the morning for shopping, the Breakdance Workshop for kids aged 7-11 in the afternoon, and a Rinconada Quartet Concert at the Anton Bruckner University.
