Get ready for a fun-filled weekend in St. Gallen on February 28th and March 1st, 2026! The highlight is definitely the children's musical 'Jim Knopf und Lukas der Lokomotivführer' running both days. If you are looking for something creative, check out the free puzzles and games at the Abbey Library or the Cyanotype printing workshop on Saturday. Plus, don't miss the local flea market if the weather holds up!
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Games and Puzzles Weekend
Lesesaal der Stiftsbibliothek
Enjoy free puzzles and games right inside the historic Abbey Library.
Jim Knopf and Lukas the Train Driver (Musical)
kinder.musical.theater Storchen
A dedicated children's musical perfect for an afternoon indoors on Saturday or Sunday.
Games and Puzzles Weekend
Lesesaal der Stiftsbibliothek
Calm, low-pressure environment with board games for all ages at the library.
· February 28
5: Bring the family to see this beloved children's musical. It runs in the afternoon, making it a perfect way to spend a late winter Saturday or Sunday indoors.This is one of the few specific, dated running shows explicitly listed for both Saturday and Sunday this weekend.
: Check out the opening of the art exhibition showcasing the winners of the 2025 Trogener Art Prize. Since this event runs for weeks, Saturday is a good day to catch the start.It specifically starts today, Feb 28th, making it an opening event for the weekend.
GAMES AND PUZZLES WEEKENDFREE : Head to the historic Abbey Library reading room for a few hours of free puzzles and games suitable for everyone. It's a calm, budget-friendly indoor option.It is explicitly free and targets 'Gross und Klein' (young and old), perfect for families.
CYANOTYPE INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP : Try out cyanotype printing in this morning workshop. This hands-on activity results in beautiful blue prints, which older kids often love taking home.It is a specific workshop running Saturday morning, offering a unique creative activity.
ST. MANGEN FLEA MARKETFREE : If the weather is dry, get up early for this local flea market. Kids love hunting for small treasures and practicing their haggling skills.This is a definite one-off market happening Saturday morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in St. Gallen this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) the best free option is the 'Games and Puzzles Weekend' at the Abbey Library on Saturday morning, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. You can also enjoy window shopping at the 'St. Mangen Flea Market' on Saturday morning.
Are there any dedicated children's performances this weekend?
Yes, the musical 'Jim Knopf und Lukas der Lokomotivführer' is running both Saturday, February 28th, and Sunday, March 1st, at 3:00 PM at the kinder.musical.theater Storchen.
What can we do on Sunday, March 1st?
Sunday is quieter, but you have a second chance to see the 'Jim Knopf und Lukas der Lokomotivführer' musical at 3:00 PM. Otherwise, the city offers plenty of permanent attractions like the Wildpark Peter & Paul or a visit to the UNESCO Stiftsbezirk.
