Get ready for the last weekend of February! We have musical storytelling at the Opera, a wedding fair if you fancy dressing up, and plenty of special activities as part of Sportlov (the winter break). Check out the Music Box concert on Saturday morning or build roller coasters at the Nobel Prize Museum.
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Display on Money History (Ages 10-13)
Tumba bruksmuseum
A free look at 100 years of money, perfect for pre-teens.
Children's Saturdays: The Music Box of the Heart
The Golden Foyer, Royal Swedish Opera
A lovely, contained musical performance indoors at the Opera House.
Alfons and the Wizard Play
Teater Bristol
Short, humorous theatre show based on the classic Alfons Åberg for ages 2-8.
· February 28
3: Celebrate the end of the sports break with music activities! Kids can dance with a choreographer, sing karaoke, and try on stage costumes.A high-energy, short-term event running only during the final days of the break.
VIKING WORLD EXHIBITION : Explore what is touted as the world's largest Viking exhibition. Great for school-aged kids interested in history and mythology.A major exhibition that runs all weekend long and focuses on Swedish history.
WEDDING FAIR STOCKHOLM : Sweden's largest and most popular wedding fair is happening this weekend. While primarily for adults, it can be a fun, visually stimulating event for older children to explore fashion and vendor displays.A major, one-off event happening precisely on Saturday.
· March 1
1: This craft activity is wrapping up on Sunday! Kids aged 4-10 can use fabrics, ribbons, and more to design their own 'royal' hat.This is the last day for this specific craft activity tied to the Sportlov break.
Also On· anytime this weekend
11: Treat the 5-year-olds (and up) to a beautiful musical storytime featuring a soprano and a cellist. It's a short 40-minute performance perfect for retaining young attention spans.Specific performances scheduled only for Saturday, making it a prime weekend cultural outing.
: Get hands-on learning about physics by building your very own roller coaster models right inside the museum. A great way to burn off some energy indoors.This is an interactive, hands-on activity specifically tagged for the weekend.
: Check out the play adventure organized by Tillitsverket taking place at Artipelag. Since it's the last day of this run, make sure to catch it before it closes!This is one of the few family-specific activities explicitly running until March 1st.
: Explore an exhibition showcasing elegant royal hat fashion. A great indoor cultural stop that might inspire some dress-up play afterward.An interesting indoor exhibition running all weekend.
: Take the kids on a slightly spooky but fun ghost walk through the narrow, historic streets of Gamla Stan. Check the source for specific times!A classic Stockholm activity tailored specifically to be child-friendly.
: A short, 30-minute theatre performance where Alfons Åberg meets a wizard. Expect magic, humor, and audience interaction perfect for preschoolers and young school kids.A classic Swedish children's character in a play running this weekend.
: This is the final day of their special Sportlov programming, but the 70+ interactive, mind-bending exhibits are always a hit with older kids and teens. Don't miss the Zero Gravity experience!Specific end date of the Sportlov event listing is March 1st.
: This immersive exhibition about the famous Pharaoh Tutankhamun is concluding this weekend, making it the last chance to see it. An epic indoor experience.It is explicitly listed as ending on March 1st, making this the final Sunday to attend.
FREE : Explore 100 years of money history, from piggy banks to modern digital payments, in this imaginative setting. Great for kids starting to learn about personal finance.Free entry and targeted at the older primary/pre-teen age group.
: A general ticket to the Toy Museum is available this weekend. Perfect for a full morning or afternoon of exploring classic and unique toys.A reliable, fun indoor option that is explicitly available on Saturday.
: Catch an AIK Hockey game this Saturday if your family enjoys live ice hockey action. A great high-energy event for older kids.A confirmed, scheduled sporting event taking place on Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Stockholm this weekend?
The best confirmed free event for older kids (10-13) is the exhibition on money history at Tumba bruksmuseum: "Från spargris till Swish". We couldn't confirm any other completely free, scheduled family events for this specific weekend.
Is there anything running late on Sunday, March 1st?
Yes, the 'Tutankhamon – The Immersive Exhibition' ends on Sunday, and the Sportlov Hat Crafting at Livrustkammaren is also scheduled for its final day.
Where can I find activities for toddlers (under 5)?
While many Saturday events target 5+, the Alfons Åberg play at Teater Bristol is geared towards ages 2-8. Also, look into the recurring 'Barnrytmik' if you can find specific listings for this weekend on other platforms, though no times were confirmed here.
