Get ready for a lively weekend in Mainz! Highlights for families include watching chicks hatch at the Natural History Museum, exploring local markets, and enjoying a bit of comedy theatre. Don't miss the family-friendly fun happening Saturday and Sunday!
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Game Day - The Game Day for Everyone
Z-Quadrat
Free afternoon of board and card games for all ages.
Indoor Playground Tobolino Mainz Reopened
Tobolino Mainz
Your go-to indoor space for burning off energy if the weather is bad.
Chicks Hatching Live! Hens, Birds, Facts
Naturhistorisches Museum
Watching baby chicks hatch is unforgettable for toddlers and young children.
· March 21
6: An event specifically for younger kids centered around the exciting Bible story of Zacchaeus. Held at the Protestant community center in Drais-Lerchenberg.Perfectly targeted for the younger end of our family audience (preschool/early primary).
: Kids get to become nature sleuths and explore a new animal every month! This interactive session at the museum is designed to engage young explorers.It's an engaging, scheduled activity at a major local museum on Saturday morning.
FREE : Start your Saturday morning with a trip to the local weekly market in Gonsenheim. Grab fresh produce, snacks, and soak up the local atmosphere.It's a free, local experience perfect for grabbing breakfast or lunch ingredients.
: Check out an exhibition featuring paintings by Gudrun Emmert and sculptures by Anne Haring. It's open Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning/afternoon.This limited-run exhibition provides an arts option for families on Saturday afternoon.
: The Frankfurt Zoo is hosting a mini fair specifically designed for the youngest fans! This is a limited-run event happening both Saturday and Sunday.It’s a fun mini-fair happening inside the zoo, specifically targeting small children.
: The Lego association is hosting its large exhibition, perfect for kids who love building and seeing massive brick creations. Note this is slightly further afield.Lego exhibitions are a guaranteed hit with primary and middle schoolers.
· March 22
3: The Natural History Museum is buzzing as baby chicks hatch! It's a wonderful, real-life experience to see the fluffy new arrivals up close. A great way to spend a Sunday morning indoors.It's happening Sunday and offers a unique, time-sensitive look at new life.
: A flea market for second-hand children's items happening at the fire station! They mention a great cake buffet and a playground, but note it only happens if the weather is dry.It's a community market centered entirely around kids' goods, featuring a playground.
FREE : A free afternoon dance party in Wiesbaden playing current hits from popular children's and youth artists. Great for letting off some steam on Sunday afternoon!It's a free event focused entirely on music and dancing for kids/teens on Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: Take a walking tour through the old town to discover the fascinating history of Mainz. A great way for older kids and teens to learn about the city.It runs on both weekend days, offering a consistent family cultural option on Sunday afternoon.
FREE : This is a relaxed, open event where everyone plays together all day long. They have a colourful selection of board and card games available. Perfect rainy day filler!It is free and explicitly geared towards group/family play.
FREE : The traditional weekly market in Alzey is running on Saturday morning. A good chance to see local traders and maybe grab some delicious regional snacks.It’s a classic weekend market experience on Saturday morning.
: Enjoy a hearty Saturday morning breakfast featuring sweet and savory delights, paired with fresh air. A great mid-morning stop outside the city.A specific, time-limited brunch/breakfast event perfect for Saturday morning exploration.
: The indoor playground is back! If the early spring weather is miserable, this is your guaranteed spot for burning off energy.Indoor fun, highly reliable, and right in Mainz for Saturday morning energy release.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Mainz this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 21-22) you can find free family activities like the 'Game Day - The Game Day for Everyone' at Z-Quadrat on Saturday and the 'Children's Disco' in Wiesbaden on Sunday afternoon.
Are there any markets or outdoor events happening on Saturday morning?
Yes! Several markets are on Saturday morning, including the 'Weekly Market in Gonsenheim' (Mainz), the 'Weekly Market' in Alzey, and '#Hill Breakfast at the Klosterhof' in Flonheim.
What can younger kids do indoors on Sunday?
The best indoor option is the 'Chicks Hatching Live! Hens, Birds, Facts' exhibition at the Naturhistorisches Museum, which runs all day Sunday.
