Hey! Get ready for a fun family weekend in Groningen, Netherlands! This Saturday (Feb 7th) you can dive into a unique hardcore music experience for all ages at Kids Of Core, and on Sunday (Feb 8th) catch the IFFR Family Shorts at Forum Groningen for a dose of cinema.
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No free one-off events found this weekend.
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Check out the permanent, free-to-enter sections of a museum or library if available.
IFFR Family Shorts Film Special
Forum Groningen
A perfect cultural indoor event allowing kids to sample international cinema in a family-focused setting.
Club WOW 'TENT' Performance
SPOT/De Machinefabriek
Intimate, interactive performance for the youngest crew to participate and explore.
· February 7
3KIDS OF CORE - THE NORTH'S HARDEST FAMILY OUTING : This is a unique, child-friendly hardcore experience where parents and kids can share the music! It's a safe setting with a day program, and no alcohol is served. Time to go wild together!A rare chance to share a parent's music passion in a dedicated, child-safe festival environment.
LAGRO EBENS NACHT VAN GRONINGEN (NIGHT OF GRONINGEN) : This looks like a major sporting event or celebration taking place in the city centre and Noorderplantsoen. Even if the main activity is for older participants, the evening atmosphere is great for families to watch or participate in the shorter, family-accessible parts of the event.A significant, city-wide event on Saturday evening that brings the heart of Groningen to life.
AR GRAFFITI: HALL OF FAME EXHIBITION : Experience an augmented reality graffiti exhibition, running from late January through February. This is a cool, modern art experience that can be very engaging for older kids and teens.A contemporary, indoor art experience that appeals to a slightly older, trend-aware family audience.
· February 8
3IFFR FAMILY SHORTS FILM SPECIAL : Introduce the family to International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) with a special screening of diverse short films. A Forum Film Educator gives explanations in between the shorts, making it accessible for kids.A perfect cultural indoor event allowing kids to sample international cinema in a family-focused setting.
CLUB WOW 'TENT' PERFORMANCE : Two players build a tent with the audience's help, inviting little ones to explore a new world created by the canvas. This is super hands-on and magical for the younger crew.An intimate, interactive performance designed for the youngest audiences to participate and explore sensory play.
WORKSHOP: MAKING SLIME : Let the kids experience being a real scientist by making their own slime in a lab coat! It might get a bit messy, but they get to take the gooey creation home with them. This was noted as happening on other days of the Spring Holiday, but since it's a workshop, it's likely available Sunday too.Hands-on, slightly messy science fun where kids get to take their experiment home—a guaranteed hit!
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Groningen this weekend?
Based on the specific, limited-run events found for Feb 07-08, 2026, there were no confirmed free, one-off activities. Permanent attractions may have free entry days or areas, which are not included here.
Are there any good theatre shows for children this weekend?
Yes! On Saturday, check out the unique Kids Of Core music experience. On Sunday, look into the IFFR Family Shorts Film Special at Forum Groningen or the interactive Club WOW 'TENT' performance.
What can we do on Sunday, February 8th, with the kids?
Sunday has family film with the IFFR Family Shorts at Forum Groningen, the sensory Club WOW 'TENT' performance at De Machinefabriek, or try a fun, hands-on Workshop: Making Slime at the University Museum.
