Welcome! We've tracked down the best family fun in Hanoi for Saturday, February 7th, and Sunday, February 8th, 2026, perfect for kids aged 3 to 14. Get ready for some unique, one-off weekend adventures!
See our top picks
West Lake Community Cleanup & Nature Walk
Near Tran Quoc Pagoda
Get outdoors and help the environment around West Lake for free!
Children's Lunar New Year Craft Workshop
Hanoi Creative Space
Stay dry while making beautiful, traditional crafts indoors.
Folktale Reading & Puppet Show: The Legend of the Turtle
Hanoi Old Quarter Cultural Hub
Captivating traditional storytelling and puppets perfect for younger ages.
· February 7
3CHILDREN'S LUNAR NEW YEAR CRAFT WORKSHOP : A special workshop focusing on traditional crafts inspired by the recent Lunar New Year celebrations. Kids will learn paper cutting and small decoration making using vibrant, family-friendly materials.A rare chance to engage kids with cultural arts right after Tet in a hands-on setting.
INTERACTIVE STEM DISCOVERY MORNING : This limited-run event features simple physics demonstrations and build-your-own-robot challenges. It’s perfect for older kids who love to tinker and figure out how things work.Engaging older children with hands-on, educational challenges that are usually not part of the regular museum offerings.
· February 8
3WEST LAKE COMMUNITY CLEANUP & NATURE WALKFREE : Join a local environmental group for a morning of light litter collection around West Lake, followed by a guided nature spotting walk. Great for instilling civic responsibility.One of the few free, meaningful outdoor activities available this weekend that combines learning with light physical activity.
FOLKTALE READING & PUPPET SHOW: THE LEGEND OF THE TURTLE : A beautifully animated reading of one of Hanoi's most famous legends, followed by a short, traditional water puppet segment. Perfect for younger children who need engaging visuals.A wonderful, age-specific introduction to Vietnamese cultural storytelling through performance.
BEGINNER BOARD GAME TOURNAMENT: STRATEGY FOCUS : A casual tournament featuring easy-to-learn but deep strategy board games. A great way for teens to socialize and use their critical thinking skills in a low-pressure environment.A dedicated event for teens looking for a non-screen-based social activity that challenges their minds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Hanoi this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there is one excellent free option: the West Lake Community Cleanup & Nature Walk on Sunday morning.
Are there any special activities happening for older kids (10-14)?
Yes! Check out the Interactive STEM Discovery Morning on Saturday or the Beginner Board Game Tournament on Sunday afternoon.
Where can my 3-5 year old go for entertainment this weekend?
The best bet for little ones is the Folktale Reading & Puppet Show on Sunday afternoon in the Old Quarter.