Here are some amazing, specific weekend activities happening in Bergen, Norway, on February 7th and 8th, 2026, perfect for your 3-14 year olds!
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Explore WWII History at Fjell Fortress
Fjell Fortress
Explore outdoor bunkers and history (price often minimal/free access to grounds).
Glass Blowing for Kids
Season
Mesmerizing indoor craft demonstration perfect for escaping the weather.
Workshop for Families with Kids 5-9 Years Old
Studio Bergen
Interactive movement workshop focused on imagination and balance.
· February 7
3FAMILY WORKSHOP: ACRYLIC PAINTING : Head over to Oseana for a hands-on family workshop focused on acrylic painting. It’s a great way to get creative together and bring home some colorful memories of Bergen. Let the kids experiment with colors in a fun, supervised setting!A specific creative workshop designed for families to do together, perfect for a chilly February afternoon.
EXPLORE WWII HISTORY AT FJELL FORTRESS : Take the kids to explore the massive bunkers and old cannon positions at Fjell Fortress. It’s an incredible, tangible history lesson about WWII, and the outdoor space is great for running around. Use the app guide to bring the wartime stories to life!A unique historical site with open outdoor areas, offering an exciting and educational experience away from the city center.
SCIENCE FUN AT VILVITE : This science center is fantastic, with tons of hands-on exhibits like a centrifugal cabinet and building sites that will keep everyone busy. Check the schedule for a live science show, which always ends with a huge bang!Offers a massive, engaging indoor space packed with interactive science and physical challenges perfect for all ages.
· February 8
3WORKSHOP FOR FAMILIES WITH KIDS 5-9 YEARS OLD : A super interactive session at Studio Bergen focusing on movement through contact improvisation. This is brilliant for developing imagination and balance in the younger ones, and parents get to join in the fun!A specialized movement workshop ideal for the younger end of your age range (5-9), promoting creative physical development.
GLASS BLOWING FOR KIDS : Catch the Glass Blowing for Kids session! Even though they can't do the blowing themselves, watching molten glass transform is mesmerizing for all ages. It’s a unique, warm indoor activity for a winter Sunday.Offers a unique, fascinating indoor demonstration of craftsmanship that captures the attention of both young and older children.
FILM SCREENING: THE RED SHOES PRINCESS : A lovely family film screening at Cinemateket i Bergen, this one is 'PRINSESSE I RØDE SKO' (The Red Shoes Princess). It’s a perfect cozy activity if the February weather is less than ideal outside.A scheduled, dedicated cinema screening of a film explicitly listed for family/children's programming.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Bergen this weekend?
While specific one-off free events are hard to confirm without booking links, exploring the grounds of Fjell Fortress (Festningsvegen) is a great low-cost outdoor adventure happening on both Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 3 PM.
Are there any good indoor activities for a cold February day in Bergen?
Yes! Head to VilVite science center on Saturday for hands-on fun or catch the 'Glass Blowing for Kids' event at Season on Sunday afternoon for a unique, warm experience.
What activity suits both my 4-year-old and my 13-year-old?
The VilVite Science Centre on Saturday offers a huge variety of physical and mental challenges that cater well to that wide age gap, from building sites to science shows.
