Hey family! Get ready for a fun weekend in Nagoya on Feb 7th & 8th, 2026. We've found some awesome kid-focused activities just for you. Don't miss the cute Sanrio event or the cool historical museum exhibit!
See our top picks
Doll's Festival of the Owari Tokugawa Family Exhibition
Tokugawa Art Museum
Free entry for students (Elem/Jr/Sr HS) on Saturday!
Sanrio Characters Kawaii Town
Nagoya PARCO
Indoor fun with popular Sanrio characters perfect for an afternoon out.
Winter Insect Search and Forest Play
Aichi Kokusai Mori Center
Get the little ones moving and exploring nature right near Nagoya.
· February 7
3SANRIO CHARACTERS KAWAII TOWN : Bring the tweens and teens for a super cute pop-up event featuring Sanrio characters like Hello Kitty! They have themed photo spots, displays, and maybe even some parades. It’s a great spot for colorful pics and fun character vibes.A popular character event perfect for older kids and teens looking for something cute and shareable.
COLLECTION X CONTEMPORARY ART: 4 DIALOGUES EXHIBITION : Check out this cool art exhibition where contemporary artists dialogue with the museum's collection. It might spark some interesting conversations about art with your older kids. It runs until March 8th, but you can catch it this Saturday!A unique blend of old and new art that can engage older children interested in creative expression.
DOLL'S FESTIVAL OF THE OWARI TOKUGAWA FAMILY EXHIBITION : See the incredibly beautiful Hina dolls that belonged to the Owari Tokugawa princesses! Bonus: Elementary, Junior High, and High School students get in free today, Saturday! This is a great chance to see historic Japanese culture up close.Free entry for school-age kids/teens on Saturday makes this a fantastic cultural bargain this weekend!
· February 8
3WINTER INSECT SEARCH AND FOREST PLAY : Get outside and explore! You'll go on a hunt for insects that are surviving the winter and then explore the forest. It's perfect for your younger, nature-loving kids to burn off some energy.An active, hands-on way to learn about local winter nature right near the city.
SHOOT LIKE A PRO CLINIC : If your kid loves soccer, this is the spot! It’s a clinic focused on improving shooting skills, covering one-on-one situations and decision-making. Awesome for any budding footballer in the upper age range.A specialized sports clinic that lets kids focus on improving a core skill in their favourite sport.
SUNDAY CRAFT DAY: MAKE YOUR OWN HANDKERCHIEF : A super fun, simple craft workshop where everyone designs and makes their own original handkerchief using fabric crayons. It’s easy, no cleanup for you, and a great take-home souvenir!A hands-on craft that lets little ones get creative without the stress of set-up or clean-up at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Nagoya this weekend?
The best free option for kids this weekend is visiting the Doll's Festival of the Owari Tokugawa Family Exhibition at Tokugawa Art Museum on Saturday, February 7th, as Elementary, Junior High, and Senior High school students get in for free!
Are there any good indoor events for kids aged 3-7 in Nagoya on Sunday?
For younger kids on Sunday, check out the Winter Insect Search and Forest Play near Nagoya in Seto City, which is a great way to burn energy outdoors, or consider the indoor craft event on Sunday too, if you are willing to travel slightly out of the city center.
What activities are good for my 12-year-old this weekend in Nagoya?
Your 12-year-old might enjoy the Sanrio Characters Kawaii Town at Nagoya PARCO on Saturday or the Collection x Contemporary Art exhibition at Nagoya City Museum of Art on Saturday for something a bit more cultural.