Get ready for a culturally rich weekend in Mönchengladbach! We've got a grand orchestral finale on Saturday evening and some fantastic family-focused outings in nearby Bochum, including space adventures at the planetarium. Check out the magical illusion show perfect for the whole family on Sunday afternoon.
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Quiet Mail Activity
literaturhaus.dortmund
A free, creative Sunday afternoon activity, if you don't mind driving to Dortmund.
Mellow - Blow Your Mind! Magic & Illusion Live!
Theater im Gründungshaus
Indoor magic and illusion that is explicitly family-oriented for Sunday.
The Olchis - The Great Space Adventure
Zeiss Planetarium Bochum
A morning space show featuring the very popular Olchis characters in nearby Bochum.
· February 28
2: This is the big finale of the WinterMusik concert series, blending classical sounds with rock music. It features the Youth Symphony Orchestra, the band FUN, and the vocal group Stimmlich.It’s a major local cultural event featuring a youth orchestra, making it an inspiring night out for slightly older kids and teens.
17TH HISTORICAL FUNFAIR : If the weather is decent, check out Europe's largest historical indoor funfair in nearby Bochum, running through Sunday.This is a massive, engaging indoor market with historical rides and atmosphere, perfect for burning off weekend energy.
· March 1
2: Catch the closing performance of this exciting mix of classical and rock music, culminating the WinterMusik series.The Sunday show is earlier in the evening, which might suit families with younger attendees better than the Saturday late show.
FREE : A completely free activity listed for Sunday afternoon in Dortmund—this sounds like a literature or communication-based game perfect for creative kids.It's a completely free option, though it requires a longer trip out to Dortmund.
Also On· anytime this weekend
3: This is a family-friendly magic show promising laughter and wonder for everyone attending.It’s explicitly listed as a magic show 'for the whole family' and provides excellent indoor entertainment for Sunday evening.
: Head slightly outside MG to Bochum for this planetarium show, likely involving space, music, or an educational story based on the title.Planetarium shows are always a hit with kids, and this one falls perfectly on Saturday afternoon before dinner.
: Another fun option in Bochum is this planetarium show about the popular German children's characters, The Olchis, exploring space.The Olchis are very popular with younger kids, making this an excellent morning activity if you don't mind the short trip to Bochum.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Mönchengladbach this weekend?
The only explicitly free event found for the weekend is the 'Quiet Mail Activity' on Sunday afternoon, although this is located in Dortmund.
Are there any family shows happening on Saturday evening?
Yes, the grand finale of the 'A Night in White Satin' concert series is on Saturday at 7:30 PM at Kunstwerk Wickrath, featuring a youth orchestra.
What is happening for families on Sunday that doesn't start too late?
The Sunday performance of 'A Night in White Satin' starts early at 5:00 PM, and the magic show 'Mellow - Blow Your Mind!' begins at 6:00 PM.
