Get ready for an action-packed Easter weekend in Tilburg! Highlights for the kids include a theatrical dragon story, several outdoor markets, and interactive play sessions at Ontdekstation013. Don't miss the chance to hunt for Easter eggs on Sunday!
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Flea Market Het Laar
Het Laar
A relaxed, no-cost local market browsing opportunity on Sunday morning.
Comedy Wildlife Photos Exhibition
Brabant Nature Museum
Guaranteed indoor fun looking at hilarious animal photographs.
Easter Egg Hunt
Pierenberg
A traditional Easter Sunday morning activity perfect for younger kids to burn energy.
· April 4
2THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE 'HAMELEN' (AGES 6+) : Catch this fun family performance at Jan van Besouw. It is listed as suitable for ages 6 and up, promising an entertaining show for early school-aged kids.It's a specific theater performance running this Saturday that targets school-aged children.
STORYTELLING: JORIS AND THE DRAGON : Discover the exciting fairy tale behind the wooden roller coaster Joris en de Draak. Expect a musical that is both exciting and funny, complete with brand new songs and a real dragon!It’s a dedicated performance/storytelling event referencing a popular local landmark, making it highly relevant for Saturday.
· April 5
5: Get outside this Easter Sunday for a classic egg hunt at Pierenberg! This is a perfect, traditional way to celebrate the holiday morning.It's a dedicated Easter activity happening on Sunday, which is highly family-relevant.
: Celebrate Easter Sunday at Boerderij de Steenuil! Farm visits are usually a hit with young children who love animals and open spaces.A specific Easter celebration scheduled for Sunday at a farm location.
JORIS AND THE DRAGON MUSICAL : Last chance to see this musical about the famous dragon! It’s described as thrilling and funny, perfectly tailored for the 6+ crowd.This is the Sunday listing for the Joris en de Draak themed show, targeted at ages 6+.
FREE : A recurring Sunday flea market at Het Laar. Perfect for a relaxed morning stroll if you’re not up for the massive stadium market.It's a specific, smaller market confirmed for Easter Sunday.
FREE : Another local flea market option for Sunday, located at the W2 youth parking lot. Good for a quick browse before Easter lunch.Another confirmed recurring Sunday market happening on April 5th.
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5: Bring the kids (4-12) to the Spoorzone to build their own game! This is a fantastic hands-on spot in Tilburg where creativity is key.Confirmed weekend opening hours for a highly interactive venue specifically for primary school kids.
: Hundreds of private sellers will be gathered at the Willem II Stadium for this massive flea market held right on Easter Sunday. Great for finding unique treasures!It's a large, specific market event happening exactly on Easter Sunday afternoon.
: Head to the Lochal Library for Coderdojo, where kids can learn the basics of programming. A great, quiet activity for Sunday afternoon.Specific tech event listed for Sunday at the main library.
: If the weather turns, head to the Brabant Nature Museum to see hilarious and amazing wildlife photos. This exhibit runs until early May, so Saturday is a great time to catch it.It's an indoor exhibit running this weekend that appeals broadly across ages.
: For families with older children or teens interested in modern art, De Pont Museum is showing the ATLAS exhibition by Steve McQueen this Saturday.It is a major exhibition running this weekend at a recognized museum venue.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Tilburg this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) the best options that appear to be free entry are the Vlooienmarkt Het Laar and the Vlooienmarkt Parkeerterrein W2 jeugd, both scheduled for Sunday, April 5th.
Are there any family activities planned for Easter Sunday (April 5th)?
Yes! Sunday includes the Paaseieren zoeken (Easter Egg Hunt) at Pierenberg, Pasen bij De Steenuil farm celebration, the XL Flea Market at WillemII stadium, and the continuation of the 'Hamelen' theater show.
Where can my 4 to 12-year-old build something hands-on this weekend?
Ontdekstation013 in the Spoorzone is open both Saturday and Sunday (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM) for children aged 4 to 12 to discover and make their own games.