Here are the top family-friendly activities for your weekend in Antwerp on February 7th and 8th, 2026! We've found some unique things for the 3-14 age range, from special workshops to engaging performances.
See our top picks
Winter Wildlife Tracking Guided Walk
Rivierenhof Park
A brilliant, free way to get fresh air and learn about local animals on Sunday morning.
Winter Clay Sculpture Workshop
De Centrale Atelier
Keep the kids happily busy indoors all morning creating their own clay masterpiece.
Felt Craft & Storytelling Session
Bibliotheek Permeke
Gentle and engaging craft and story time perfectly suited for the youngest ones on Sunday.
· February 7
3WINTER CLAY SCULPTURE WORKSHOP : Get your hands dirty with this special one-off clay workshop focusing on abstract winter forms. This is a fantastic, focused activity that lets older kids really express their creativity. It's a great way to spend a cold morning indoors.A focused, creative workshop where kids design and sculpt their own permanent art piece.
JUNIOR CHEMISTRY LAB DAY : A dedicated lab session where older kids can safely conduct bubbling, fizzing experiments under supervision. This satellite event is tailor-made for budding scientists wanting a hands-on science fix away from the usual museum displays.A specialized, hands-on science event perfect for older, curious kids interested in chemistry experiments.
INTRODUCTION TO SCRATCH CODING FOR TWEENS : Older kids can learn the basics of block-based coding by creating a short game or animation using Scratch. This is a great way for teens to spend an afternoon building digital skills in a fun, project-based format.A dedicated, skill-building workshop in a modern programming language for the upper end of the age bracket.
· February 8
3THE LITTLE PRINCE INTERACTIVE PLAY : Experience a magical adaptation of 'The Little Prince' where the audience gets to interact with the characters on stage. This is perfect for sparking imagination and is a rare chance to see live theatre this weekend.Highly interactive theatrical experience based on a classic story, perfect for drawing younger kids into live performance.
WINTER WILDLIFE TRACKING GUIDED WALKFREE : Join a park ranger to look for animal tracks and signs of life in the winter landscape of Rivierenhof. This outdoor adventure teaches younger kids about nature conservation in a fun, scavenger-hunt style way.A free, guided outdoor activity that turns a regular park visit into an exciting nature detective mission.
FELT CRAFT & STORYTELLING SESSIONFREE : A lovely relaxed session combining a short, age-appropriate story with a simple craft activity using colourful felt pieces. This is ideal for the youngest explorers looking for a gentle start to their Sunday.A fantastic, free option perfectly tailored for toddlers and preschoolers to enjoy stories and simple making.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Antwerp this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there are two great free options: the 'Winter Wildlife Tracking Guided Walk' in Rivierenhof Park on Sunday morning and the 'Felt Craft & Storytelling Session' at Bibliotheek Permeke, also on Sunday.
Are there any science or tech events for older kids (10-14)?
Yes! On Saturday, check out the 'Introduction to Scratch Coding for Tweens' workshop in Berchem, or the 'Junior Chemistry Lab Day' in Linkeroever for hands-on experiments.
What's a good indoor activity for Saturday for ages 6-12?
The 'Winter Clay Sculpture Workshop' at De Centrale Atelier on Saturday morning is perfect for getting creative indoors and making a lasting souvenir.
