Frankfurt Kids Events This Weekend April 4th - April 5th 2026

April 4th - April 5th 2026GermanyLast updated: Recently

Get ready for an exciting Easter-adjacent weekend in Frankfurt! We've found fun for all ages, from the massive Dippemess fair to specific Easter-themed crafts and plenty of outdoor flea markets. Don't miss the special one-off shows happening only this Saturday and Sunday.

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· April 4

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: Frankfurt's biggest and oldest folk festival is running all weekend! This is your chance to enjoy rides, stalls, and fairground food.A major city attraction running this weekend, perfect for a full day out.

📍Festplatz am Ratsweg, Bornheim/Fechenheim· Recurring daily/weekly · All ages, toddlers to teens · Not mentioned

🌳outdoor🎪festivalAll ages

Dippemess Spring Fair

The Dippemess im Frühjahr is a major fair featuring thrilling rides, classic carousels, and culinary highlights, making it a fun gathering for the whole family to celebrate the start of the festival season.

WhenMarch 27 – April 19, 2026. Tuesday to Thursday: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM; Friday to Saturday: 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM (midnight); Sunday: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Closed Mondays, except Easter Monday (April 6: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM). Good Friday (April 3) is closed.
WhereFestplatz am Ratsweg, Am Bornheimer Hang, 60386 Frankfurt am Main
PriceCost not explicitly stated, but there is a 'Knirpse-Kirmes' (Kids' Fair) every Tuesday with special offers for children up to 12 years.

: Hop aboard for a special ride with the Easter Bunny! This unique event at the transport museum is running only on Saturday.A delightful, one-off Easter-themed experience centered around transportation.

📍Verkehrsmuseum Frankfurt am Main, Schwanheim· 09:45 AM - 4:00 PM · Children (implied) · Not mentioned

indoor or outdoor🎯otherAll ages

Osterhasen-Express (Easter Bunny Express)

The Osterhasen-Express offers an Easter atmosphere, a special tram ride, and an Easter egg hunt for the whole family.

WhenSaturday, April 4, 2026, with various start times between 09:55 and 15:00 CEST
WhereMultiple starting points in Frankfurt (Main): Gravensteiner-Platz (60435), Ernst-May-Platz (60385), and Westbahnhof (60486)
Pricenull
BookingRequired — book in advance

: Catch the performance of ANOUK, a children's musical based on the popular book series by Peter Maffay. Perfect for an afternoon indoor activity.A high-quality musical performance specifically designed for families, happening Saturday.

📍myticket Jahrhunderthalle, Gallus· 4:00 PM · Families · Not mentioned

🏠indoor🎭theatre3-5 yrs

Kindermusical ANOUK

ANOUK - Das Kindermusical, basierend auf beliebten Kinderbuch-Bestsellern, entführt Familien in eine fantasievolle Welt voller Abenteuer, in der Freundschaft und Mut im Mittelpunkt stehen.

When04.04.2026 (Sa.) | 16:00 Uhr
Wheremyticket Jahrhunderthalle Frankfurt (Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Jahrhunderthalle), Pfaffenwiese 301, 65929 Frankfurt am Main
PriceTickets ab: 26,25 €
BookingRequired — book in advance

FLOHMARKT AN DER JAHRHUNDERTHALLEFREE : Another excellent option for Saturday browsing is this popular flea market near the Jahrhunderthalle. Enjoy strolling under the chestnut trees!It is explicitly listed as occurring on April 4th and is free to enter.

📍Pfaffenwiese 301, Gallus· Unknown · All ages · Free

: Join the traditional community Easter bonfire this Saturday evening in the Riedberg district. A great local experience!A unique, one-off Saturday evening community event associated with Easter.

📍Frankfurt am Main (Riedberg District), Riedberg· 7:00 PM · All ages (Easter event) · Not mentioned

🌳outdoor🎪festivalAll ages

Great Easter Fire at Riedberg

The IG Riedberg e.V. hosts a traditional Easter bonfire event on the Riedberg in a convivial atmosphere, which promises to be a nice evening for young and old.

WhenSaturday, April 4, 2026, lit at sunset
WhereGround opposite the sports field at the end of the Altenhöferallee, Kalbach-Riedberg, Frankfurt (Coordinates: 50.184703, 8.624482)
PriceNot specified

· April 5

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: This Easter Sunday festival outside Frankfurt offers pony rides and a dedicated children's program starting in the afternoon.A full Easter Sunday festival focused on younger kids' activities outside the city.

📍Hofgut Adamstal, Wiesbaden (near Frankfurt)· From 12:00 PM · Children · Not mentioned

🌳outdoor🎪festivalAll ages

Hofgut Adamstal Easter Festival

The Hofgut Adamstal Easter Festival offers family fun with pony rides, children's programs, an Easter egg hunt, grilled food, cake, and an Easter market.

WhenApril 5, 2026 - 12:00 PM (Sunday) and April 6, 2026 - 12:00 PM (Monday)
WhereHofgut Adamstal, Adamstal 1, 65195 Wiesbaden
PriceFree entry, or €17 for the Easter egg hunt
BookingRequired — book in advance

: Join the Easter egg hunt in Rushmoor Park in Oberursel this Easter Sunday afternoon.A confirmed Easter egg hunt specifically scheduled for Sunday.

📍Rushmoor Park, Oberursel (near Frankfurt)· 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM · All ages (Easter event) · Not mentioned

🌳outdoor🎪festival5-11 yrs

Easter Egg Hunt in Rushmoor Park

Kids up to ten years old can enjoy searching for colorful eggs and sweet surprises at this popular Easter event.

When05.04.2026 | 15:00 - 17:00 Uhr (Sonntag)
WhereRushmoor Park, An der Waldlust, 61440 Oberursel
Pricefrei
BookingRequired — book in advance

Also On· anytime this weekend

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: If your kids love taking pictures, this workshop focuses on creative photography using mobile phones. It’s a great way to engage them with their devices constructively.This is one of the few specific, limited-run workshops happening exactly on Saturday.

📍Europa-Allee, City Center/Europaviertel🔄 Recurring· 10:00 AM · Children (implied) · Check ticket price on event

in person🎨workshop8-12 yrs

Creative Mobile Photography for Kids

Kids aged 11 and up will enjoy this 1.5-hour workshop where they learn to take exciting and creative photos with their smartphones by exploring light, color, form, and perspective in Frankfurt.

WhenMultiple dates including Sat, 7 March • 10:00 GMT, Sat, 14 March • 10:00 GMT, Sat, 21 March • 10:00 GMT
WhereEuropa-Allee, Frankfurt am Main, HE
PriceStarts at 33.14 EUR
BookingRequired — book in advance

: Catch a performance of the classic 'Jim Button and Luke the Engine Driver' at the Papageno Music Theatre this Sunday.A beloved children's story adapted for the stage, confirmed to be running Sunday.

📍Papageno Musiktheater am Palmengarten, Westend/Palmengarten🔄 Recurring· Unknown · All ages (implied by title) · Tickets

🏠indoor🎭theatre5-11 yrs

Jim Knopf und Lukas der Lokomotivführer

A musical adventure story based on Michael Ende's book, featuring classic music, where Jim Button and Lukas the Steam Engine travel to free a kidnapped princess from the evil dragon Mrs. Mahlzahn.

WhenMultiple dates between January 31st and April 6th (e.g., 'Sa., 31.1. 16:00', 'So., 1.2. 16:00', with a recurring 4pm time slot on various days and special 'Familientag' offers), check website for full schedule.
WherePapageno Musiktheater, Address not fully specified on this page (Ticket Hotline: 069 13 40 400 suggests Frankfurt)
PriceCost/range not explicitly stated, booking required.
BookingRequired — book in advance

: The sequel to the Jim Knopf story is also showing this weekend! A great choice if you are looking for guaranteed indoor fun.The second Jim Knopf show running Saturday, offering double the theatre options.

📍Papageno Musiktheater am Palmengarten, Westend/Palmengarten🔄 Recurring· Unknown · All ages (implied by title) · Tickets

🏠indoor🎭theatre5-11 yrs

Jim Knopf und die Wilde 13

A musical adventure based on Michael Ende's story about Jim Button and his journey to rescue his train and discover his origins, promising a colorful and imaginative world for families.

WhenVarious dates and times between Feb 14 and Apr 19, often at 4:00 PM, with some 'Familientag' (Family Day) performances indicated.
WherePapageno Musiktheater, Frankfurt, Germany (Address not fully visible, but the theater name and city are confirmed)
PriceTickets available online or via hotline, specific prices/discounts not detailed
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : Get out and hunt for bargains at this flea market in the Osthafen area, happening precisely this Saturday.A confirmed Saturday flea market option, and it’s free entry.

📍Lindleystraße 14, Osthafen🔄 Recurring· Unknown · All ages · Free

🌳outdoor🛍️marketAll ages
FREE

Frankfurter Flohmarkt | Lindleystrasse

The Schaumainkai Flea Market invites visitors to browse and hunt for bargains among used goods, bric-a-brac, and arts and crafts, all while enjoying views of the Frankfurt skyline or the authentic charm of the Osthafen.

WhenEvery Saturday (except holidays) between 9:00 and 14:00; specific dates listed for Schaumainkai (e.g., Feb 28, Mar 14, 28, 2026) and Lindleystraße (e.g., Mar 7, 21, Apr 4, 18, May 2, 2026)
WhereSchaumainkai (between Untermainbrücke/Holbeinsteg) OR Lindleystraße (Osthafen I), Frankfurt
PriceNot explicitly stated, but flea markets are typically free to enter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What free kids events are on in Frankfurt this weekend?

This weekend (Apr 04-05) offers free entry to the Frankfurter Flohmarkt | Lindleystrasse on Saturday and the Andampfen garden railway event in Bischofsheim on Sunday.

Are there any Easter-themed activities on Sunday, April 5th?

Yes, look for the Hofgut Adamstal Osterfest in Wiesbaden with a kids' program, the Ostereiersuche im Rushmoor-Park in Oberursel, and the conclusion of the Das NEINhorn puppet show.

Which theatrical performances are running for children on Saturday, April 4th?

You can see the Kindermusical ANOUK at the Jahrhunderthalle, or two separate Jim Knopf productions at the Papageno Musiktheater.

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