Finding fun for the whole crew in Okayama this weekend (Feb 7th & 8th, 2026)? We've tracked down some awesome, limited-run activities perfect for kids aged 3 to 14. Check out these special happenings before they disappear!
See our top picks
Winter Park Family Fun Day
Korakuen Garden (Immediate Area)
Free outdoor games set up in the famous garden just for Saturday!
Junior Explorer Day at the Natural History Center
Okayama Prefectural Science Museum
Interactive science exhibits and hands-on fossil handling indoors on Sunday.
Toddler Sensory Play Session
Local Community Center
A highly-focused, messy, and tactile play session perfect for ages 3-5 on Sunday afternoon.
Β· February 7
3CHILDREN'S CRAFT WORKSHOP: WINTER CREATURES : Get hands-on making fun winter-themed art that your kids can take home. This workshop focuses on simple crafting techniques perfect for little hands. It's a great indoor activity if the weather is chilly!A special, one-day-only craft event focusing on creative expression for school-aged kids.
WINTER PARK FAMILY FUN DAYFREE : Look out for special winter-themed family games set up around the park grounds this Saturday only, including traditional Japanese winter games. Perfect for burning off energy early in the day.A rare, free outdoor activity that transforms a famous garden into a playground for a single day.
LOCAL STORY TIME AT THE BOOK FAIRFREE : A special session featuring local authors reading exciting stories just for kids during the weekend book fair. It's a quiet, relaxing activity indoors that's great for the little ones.A wonderful, free opportunity to engage younger children with literature in a special setting.
Β· February 8
3JUNIOR EXPLORER DAY AT THE NATURAL HISTORY CENTER : This is a special Sunday program where younger visitors get guided tours and hands-on fossil/specimen handling sessions. Older kids will love the interactive geology exhibits running this weekend only.A targeted science event that gives kids direct access to museum experts for a day.
GIANT TOY & MODEL FAIR SPECIAL KIDS CORNER : While the main fair is for collectors, they are running a special, ticketed 'Kids Corner' on Sunday for hands-on building sessions with Lego and model kits. Great for older kids who love building things.Specifically caters to older kids (teens) with an interactive building zone separate from the main adult crowds.
TODDLER SENSORY PLAY SESSION : This is a short, supervised session focusing on safe, tactile play like coloured rice bins and soft dough. Perfect for your youngest child to explore textures! Bookings are essential for this small group.Highly targeted for the youngest demographic (under 5) with a messy, sensory focus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Okayama this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 7-8, 2026) you can enjoy the free Winter Park Family Fun Day on Saturday and the Local Story Time session at the Library Annex on Saturday.
Which event is best for my 12-year-old who loves building things?
The Giant Toy & Model Fair Special Kids Corner on Sunday, February 8th, features hands-on building workshops tailored for older kids.
Are there any good indoor activities for Saturday, February 7th?
Yes! Try the Children's Craft Workshop: Winter Creatures at the Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art or the free Local Story Time at the Library Annex.
