Get ready for the last blast of the winter break in Nantes! This weekend (Feb 28 – Mar 1) we have a fantastic mix of theatre, immersive art, and a great free outdoor scavenger hunt ending Sunday. Don't miss the closing day of several popular family shows before they pack up!
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Camellias, in search of colors
Jardin des plantes
A free outdoor scavenger hunt for flowers, ending Sunday!
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
PARC DES EXPOSITIONS
Immerse yourselves in art indoors at this visually stunning exhibit.
Now It's Us The Chefs!
Les Zinc
A light-hearted, relatable play closing Sunday afternoon.
· February 28
5: This show about Little and the Kingdom of Emotions is wrapping up soon, making it a perfect indoor outing for Saturday. It promises fun and learning about feelings, which is great for younger kids.It is an indoor theatre performance running all weekend, perfect for any weather, and has a clear closing date in the near future.
: Catch this theatrical and humorous magic show at LE SEMAPHORE on Saturday. It’s designed to delight the younger audience while keeping parents entertained.A dedicated magic show that is running throughout the weekend, providing reliable indoor entertainment.
CATCH KIDS CLUB: DRAWING CHALLENGE : Head just outside Nantes for this unique event where wrestlers and artists team up! Children participate in drawing challenges in a ring setting. Sounds wild and fun!It’s a specific, fun, timed event on Saturday mixing sports and art, perfect for active kids.
: A storytelling event focused on tales from the steppes. This show is running all weekend and is a great option if you are looking for something narrated and engaging for children.It is a dedicated children's performance running Saturday and Sunday.
FESTIVAL OF GAMES OF SAINT-HERBLAINFREE : The big game festival wraps up Saturday in the Saint-Herblain area. It features 20,000 games to try, plus illustration workshops and mini escape games. Great value day out.It is the final day of a large, free gaming festival offering huge variety for kids of all ages.
· March 1
3NOW IT'S US THE CHEFS! : This is your absolute last chance to catch this show, which ends Sunday afternoon! It turns family squabbles into a captivating game where kids get to be the head chefs at home.It is closing on Sunday, March 1st, making it a must-see finale for the weekend.
CAMELLIAS, IN SEARCH OF COLORSFREE : It’s the final day for this fun, free scavenger hunt at the beautiful Jardin des plantes! Grab a booklet and search for 5 unique camellias and one legendary one. A perfect free Sunday activity.It's free, outdoors, and Sunday, March 1st, is the very last day of the activity.
LAST DAY: 'OPEN HEARTS' EXHIBITION : Visit the Musée Dobrée this Sunday as it’s the final day for the 'À cœurs ouverts' exhibition. A nice way to squeeze in some history before March hits.Sunday, March 1st is the absolute last day to see this display.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: Step inside Van Gogh's most famous paintings. This immersive experience is still running Saturday, offering a visually stunning outing that older children and teens usually love.It’s a highly visual, engaging experience for kids who might find a traditional gallery boring, and it closes early next week.
: The fascinating witches exhibition continues this weekend at the magnificent Château. It’s a great cultural visit that older kids might find very intriguing.Visiting the Château is always a draw, and this specific exhibition runs through the weekend.
: This exhibition focusing on rain in art is closing its doors on Sunday. It's a good opportunity to visit the Musée d'Arts and catch this specific collection before it goes.Sunday, March 1st is the final day for this exhibition.
: Perfect for older kids who like puzzles—this is a fun and cultural investigation activity you can tackle together on Sunday as you explore the city.An ongoing family activity that can be started or continued on Sunday for a flexible outing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Nantes this weekend?
The best free option running this weekend is the 'Camellias, in search of colors' hunt at the Jardin des Plantes, which concludes on Sunday, March 1st. The large Gaming Festival in nearby Saint-Herblain also has free entry/activities on Saturday, February 28th.
Are there any shows closing this weekend that my kids will love?
Yes! Make sure to catch 'Now It's Us The Chefs!' on Sunday afternoon, as it’s the final performance. 'LES PARENTS VIENNENTS DE MARS' and the 'Camellias' hunt also conclude on Sunday.
What can we do on Saturday, February 28th?
Saturday offers a huge variety: try the active 'Catch Kids Club' in Les Sorinières, immerse yourself in art at the Van Gogh experience, or dive into the huge Festival of Games in Saint-Herblain.
