Happy weekend! This Saturday (Apr 4th) and Sunday (Apr 5th) is packed with fun for families in Taipei. Don't miss the massive music playground at the Taipei Music Center (TMC), immersive dinosaur fun in Kaohsiung (if you are traveling south), or catching the tail end of some major exhibitions. Here are the top 15 picks strictly for this weekend.
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TMC Happy Island
Taipei Music Center South Base
A huge, free-entry music playground with retro games and markets running both days.
AI Painting II Special Exhibition
National Taiwan Science Education Center
Interactive indoor exhibition combining technology and art, perfect for a cool or rainy afternoon.
Taipei Zoo Children's Day Free Entry
Taipei Zoo
Free entry for eligible elementary students plus one parent on Saturday!
· April 4
11FREE : The TMC South Base transforms into a music amusement park featuring retro carnival games, musical performances, and artisan music classes. They are also hosting the largest parent-child second-hand market, the 'Little Tree Market'.This is a massive, multi-activity music-themed carnival running all weekend with free entry, perfect for a full day out.
FREE : Catch energetic performances including YOYO Family, If Kids Theatre, and the Mite Saxophone Quintet. Specific showtimes are available throughout the afternoon.Free outdoor music and theater shows happening both days of the weekend right next to the larger 'Happy Island' event.
FREE : Classic Taiwanese childhood games are blown up into massive physical obstacle courses for kids to challenge themselves. Successfully completing challenges earns stamps for rewards.It's a fun, active way to engage kids with large-scale versions of familiar games over both weekend days.
FREE : Taiwan's largest parent-child second-hand market brings together hundreds of stalls. A great chance for parents to shop sustainably while teaching kids about reuse.It's the largest parent-child flea market happening concurrently with the TMC festival on both days.
RETRO '56 GENERAL STORE EXPERIENCE : Experience the fun of 1950s Taipei by earning pocket money through retro games to exchange for nostalgic snacks and small novelties. This is a one-day event.This is a unique, limited-time nostalgic experience happening only on Saturday at the Science Education Center.
FREE : Celebrate Children's Day at the zoo! Elementary school students (with proof like the 'Fun Map' or ID) and one accompanying parent get free admission for the day.It’s the one day kids (and one parent!) get free access to Taipei’s most famous family destination.
FREE : A fun day featuring nine sport stations like archery, rock climbing, boxing, and football, encouraging kids to learn new skills through interactive games.A large-scale outdoor event focused purely on active play and sports skill development, happening only Saturday.
FREE : The museum lobby transforms into an art park, featuring activities combining movement, animation, and drawing games inspired by park scenery. Admission to the museum is free for the entire month of April.It's completely free entry and activities at a major art museum, perfect for a casual Saturday morning.
CHILDREN'S MONTH STAR COLLECTION ACTIVITY : As part of the 'Journey Through the Galaxy' theme, families can participate in a physical stamp collection by visiting various points at the museum. This runs across the weekend.It’s a structured, engaging activity at the observatory that runs across the whole weekend, perfect for getting kids interested in space.
: Specialized music experience classes where kids can try being a little DJ, mixing sounds, playing percussion, or learning ukulele (some classes are limited to 6+ years).These focused, career-themed music workshops offer a deeper experience than the general event, running all weekend.
FREE : This sustainable-focused second-hand market encourages the sharing and reuse of family items. It runs Saturday and Sunday at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall.This is the dedicated flea market component of the broader Children's Month activities, running across both days at a central location.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4FREE : Part of the Children's Month series, enjoy space-themed fun including a physical stamp collection activity. Crucially, all children under 12 get one free ride on the 'Space Adventure' track ride on April 4th.Free track ride opportunity for children under 12, happening only on Saturday, April 4th.
: Celebrate 25 years of One Piece! The exhibition features four themed areas showcasing behind-the-scenes work, rare manuscripts, and immersive scene installations.This is the last day (April 6th is listed as the end date, but the data shows 4/4 is within the run and worth highlighting as it is near the end, filtering strictly to the weekend). Checking data: 4/6 is the stated end date, so this is open Saturday and Sunday.
: An exhibition blending high-level AI technology with art, allowing visitors to interact directly inside digital artworks. It runs through Sunday.A great indoor, intellectual activity spanning both weekend days, focusing on interactive technology and art.
: Hands-on DIY craft workshops designed for parents and children to work on together, part of the Children's Month theme. Check the official site for specific reservation details.Specific hands-on sessions happening Sunday morning at the Astronomy Museum, great for younger children who enjoy making things.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any free events for kids this weekend in Taipei?
Yes! The massive TMC Happy Island event at the Taipei Music Center is free to enter on both Saturday and Sunday, featuring games and performances. Additionally, the Park Art Party at the Taipei Fine Arts Museum offers free entry and activities all day Saturday.
What's happening on Saturday, April 4th specifically?
Saturday features unique, one-day events like the Retro '56 General Store Experience at the Science Education Center, the Outdoor Sports Carnival at Chihshan Elementary, and the special Taipei Zoo Free Entry day for kids.
Are there any events suitable for primary school kids who like science/tech?
Definitely check out the Space Exploration Free Ride at the Taipei Astronomical Museum, where under-12s get a free ride on Saturday, or explore the tech-art at the AI Painting II Special Exhibition (running both days).
