Events for children & families in Aachen

Keeping children occupied is an art. And anyone who has ever experienced a rainy Saturday with cranky toddlers or bored primary school children knows exactly what we're talking about. The good news: Aachen makes it really easy for families to experience something together that delights everyone, not just the little ones. Because the best family experiences are the ones where the adults secretly have just as much fun as the kids. Aachen has a truly impressive offer for children and families, and the calendar of events is filled with ideas all year round that will make parents, grandparents, uncles and everyone else happy. Theater Aachen is also a fixed address for families. The theater's children's and youth theater regularly stages plays that are specially staged for younger audiences and are so well done that the accompanying adults are also completely carried away. Anyone who thinks that children's theater is a harmless pastime will be proven wrong here. It's best to book tickets early, as popular performances sell out quickly. The Ludwig Forum for International Art regularly offers family programs and hands-on workshops that bring art to life in a playful way and inspire children to be creative in a way that goes far beyond the classic museum visit. Here, children can touch, try out and participate, and that makes all the difference. If you want to stroll through an exhibition with children and see how their eyes light up at certain works, the Ludwig Forum should definitely be on your list. Aachen City Library is another goldmine for families and regularly offers reading sessions, creative workshops and events for children of different ages. Admission is often free or very cheap, making the library one of the most family-friendly places in the city. And who knows, maybe your child will discover a passion for reading that will last a lifetime. Aachen's extensive parks and public squares also provide the backdrop for family events, open-air events and hands-on activities that transform the whole city into one big playground. The Stadtgarten and the Kurpark are popular meeting places for families and regularly host cultural events that are accessible to all generations. The Centre Charlemagne with its interactive exhibitions on the city's history is also ideal for family visits, as history is presented in such a way that even children remain curious and don't ask for the exit after five minutes. Our tip: Check our events calendar regularly and plan family outings a little in advance so that you don't miss out on the best family experiences in Aachen. Because the best moments together don't happen on the couch, but outside, in this city that has so much more in store for families than you might think at first glance. So get out, experience it together and discover Aachen as a family city! 🎠👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨