We've filtered down the best family fun for Saturday, February 28th, and Sunday, March 1st, 2026, in Yokohama! Don't miss the final days of the Strawberry Festival, some fun outdoor activities, and a unique theater performance.
See our top picks
Mofu-o-kun Interaction Set
Various Locations
Meet and greet a rare calf for free on Saturday!
Asahi Masterpiece Theater No. 39 “The Tale of the Northern Fox” 2026 in Japan Ticket
Sunheart Hall
A unique theater performance about a fox family on Saturday morning.
Parent-Child Fun! Children's Craft Workshop
Aoba Ward
Hands-on box making workshop for kids aged 2+ on Saturday.
· February 28
5: This is the last weekend to enjoy all things strawberry! Sample desserts, buy merchandise, and let the kids run wild in the strawberry-shaped bounce house (extra fee applies). It’s a sweet way to end the month.It's the final day for this popular, family-focused festival happening at the iconic Red Brick Warehouse.
FREE : This is the last weekend to enjoy the park's winter atmosphere, featuring a large ice skating rink set to music, photo spots, and the special 'Winter Wonder Express' park train.It’s the final day for this seasonal winter park experience, great for getting fresh air before March.
: See a moving story about a red fox family set against the Okhotsk Sea. It follows the lives of the parents and their five cubs as they navigate nature's beauty and harshness.This is a unique, one-off theatrical performance happening only on Saturday morning.
2月28日 かけっこ教室 : A running class held Saturday morning focusing on beginner and intermediate skills. Great for energetic kids who need to burn off some energy.A specific running workshop happening only on Saturday morning.
: Join this craft workshop to create a 'Transform! Colorful Box' using double-sided paper. It's a hands-on activity perfect for younger kids and their guardians.A specific hands-on craft workshop running only on Saturday, requiring advance booking.
· March 1
4FREE : Catch the last night of the Motomachi area's lovely seasonal illuminations. It’s perfect for a gentle evening walk after dinner.Sunday, March 1st is the final day for this beautiful neighborhood lighting display.
: Enjoy viewing hundreds of plum trees in bloom at the beautiful Sankeien Garden. On weekends and holidays, free barley tea is provided at the Hatsune Chaya hut.Sunday is a weekend day, meaning families can get the bonus free barley tea while enjoying the blossoms.
FREE : Celebrate the Chinese New Year this Sunday, the last day of the festival period. Look out for cultural experiences like the children's lion dance experience.Sunday is the final day of this multi-day cultural celebration.
KIMONO DRESS ARTIST COLLECTION : Check out a unique fashion show where traditional kimono fabrics are styled into modern dresses without cutting the cloth. It's described as enjoyable for parents and children.This unique, one-off cultural event takes place only on Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5FREE : Take a family stroll through America Yama Park to see the final evening of this rooftop illumination display. It’s a lovely, gentle way to end the weekend.This is the final day of the illumination event, running until March 1st.
FREE : Don't miss this short, stylish 5-minute fireworks display over Yokohama Port this Saturday evening. It’s a quick, exciting burst of light perfect for families.It's one of the few confirmed events happening on Saturday evening, and it's free.
FREE : This is a rare, completely free opportunity to interact and take photos with Mofu-o-kun, a calf of the Club Calf breed. You even get a commemorative card!It is a special, one-off free event happening only on Saturday.
FREE : See the Isezaki area lit up for this illumination event. This Saturday is the final evening to catch the lights before they conclude.It is the very last day (Saturday, Feb 28) for this light-up event.
FREE : A completely free reading event featuring English picture books. This is a great, low-commitment indoor activity for families interested in language exposure.This is the Saturday session, and it is totally free.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Yokohama this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) there are 5 free or free-entry events: Yokohama Night Flowers (Sat evening), Winter Wonder Park Yokohama (Sat/Sun), America Yama Park Illumination (Sun evening), Motomachi Illuminations (Sun evening), and the Mofu-o-kun Interaction Set (Sat).
Which events are ending this weekend?
The final day for the Yokohama Strawberry Festival 2026, Winter Wonder Park Yokohama, Isezaki ☆ Lights, CP+ 2026, the Chinese Spring Festival, and the America Yama Park Illumination is Sunday, March 1st.
Are there any workshops or performances scheduled for Saturday?
Yes, Saturday (Feb 28) features the Asahi Masterpiece Theater performance, a special session for interacting with Mofu-o-kun the calf, an English picture book reading, and a hands-on craft workshop in Aoba Ward.
