Rotterdam with Kids
Olli family concert with the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra
Nov 13, 2025
HAPPENING 22 March 2026 | The beloved elephant Olli returns to the stage for a new family concert with the Rotterdam Philharmonic…
Sinterklaas returns to Rotterdam: parade details
Nov 12, 2025
HAPPENING 15 NOV 2025 | The annual Sinterklaas parade is one of the biggest family events of the season, marking the official…
Free public transport in Rotterdam for kids and AOW residents
Nov 10, 2025
Rotterdam residents can travel for free by bus, tram and metro if they are aged 4 to 11 or are AOW eligible. This guide explains…
Rotterdam teams up with sports clubs to recruit foster families
Nov 01, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 31 October 2025 – During the national Foster Care Week (Week van de Pleegzorg), from 29 October to 5 November, the…
Trompenburg by Night brings light and art to Rotterdam’s garden
Oct 24, 2025
HAPPENING 7–9 NOV 2025 | From Friday 7 to Sunday 9 November, Trompenburg Gardens & Arboretum opens its gates after dark for…
Family concerts by Rotterdam Philharmonic light up December
Oct 21, 2025
HAPPENING 19 NOV–28 DEC 2025 | This December, the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra invites families to experience the joy of…
Family adventures at the Euromast this autumn break
Oct 20, 2025
HAPPENING 18–22 OCT 2025 | This autumn break, the Euromast transforms into an adventure paradise for families. From 18 to 22…
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Kids fossil hunt at Rotterdam Natural History Museum
Sep 15, 2025
FROM 28 SEP–31 OCT | The Natural History Museum Rotterdam has extended its summer fossil treasure hunt until 31 October. The…
Colouring contest for kids at Terre des Hommes in Rotterdam
Aug 30, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 27 August 2025 – Children in Rotterdam can pick up a colouring page at Terre des Hommes shops and win a bicycle bell…
Cinemini film mornings for children at LantarenVenster Rotterdam
Aug 30, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 27 August 2025 – A new season of Cinemini kicks off this autumn at LantarenVenster, offering children in Rotterdam…
Beaches of Rotterdam - best spots for swimming and chilling
Jul 31, 2025
Rotterdam, a vibrant cosmopolis known for its largest port in Europe, also boasts a treasure trove of beautiful beaches. Just…
Rotterdam primary schools join safety pact
Jul 10, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 9 July 2025 – Primary schools in Rotterdam are now part of the city-wide agreement aimed at improving safety in and…
New path for vulnerable youth in Rotterdam
Jun 27, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 26 June 2025 – Rotterdam is taking bold steps to transform youth care, focusing on recovery, trust and education. A…
Eurobrouwers hosts anniversary party in Schiedam
Jun 07, 2025
HAPPENING 14 June 2025 | The two-year anniversary of Eurobrouwers will be marked with a day-long festival celebrating beer,…
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Tip: Free children’s menu at De Beren until July
May 27, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 27 May 2025 – Families dining at De Beren in Rotterdam Alexandrium can expect a budget-friendly treat. A temporary…
Free sport and culture access for Rotterdam kids
May 17, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 16 May 2025 – A new policy aims to simplify access to free sport and cultural activities for children from low-income…
Tip: Children eat free at De Beren this May holiday
Apr 18, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 18 April 2025 – Families visiting De Beren in Rotterdam Alexandrium or Capelle aan den IJssel during the upcoming…
Free marathon fanzone set for Ahoyplein Rotterdam
Apr 02, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 1 April 2025 – A new fanzone will be set up at Ahoyplein in Rotterdam-Zuid to celebrate the NN Marathon Rotterdam.…
TREK travelling food festival visits Rotterdam - info, dates
Feb 12, 2025
HAPPENING 8–11 MAY 2025 | TREK, the Netherlands' largest travelling food festival, makes a stop in Rotterdam's Vroesenpark. TREK…
Rotterdam pass - how to have fun and save money in Rotterdam
Jan 14, 2025
The Rotterdampas is a yearly discount card that offers free or reduced entry to over 750 activities in and around Rotterdam,…
Emma and Noah: top Dutch baby names of 2024
Jan 06, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 6 January 2025 – Emma and Noah have been revealed as the most popular baby names in the Netherlands for 2024,…
Winter wildlife at Rotterdam’s Blijdorp Zoo
Dec 18, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 18 December 2024 – With the festive season approaching, Diergaarde Blijdorp offers a unique way for visitors to enjoy…
Explore the future at Nieuwe Instituut's 'Toekomstmakers!'
Dec 10, 2024
Until +/- 14 December 2026 | A new exhibition at the Nieuwe Instituut invites children to explore their vision of the future. The…
Jeej’s “It’s A Trap” displayed at Rotterdam airport
Nov 13, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 13 November 2024 – Passengers travelling through Rotterdam The Hague Airport can now view a thought-provoking…
Best swimming pools in Rotterdam: a complete guide
Nov 12, 2024
Rotterdam offers a variety of swimming facilities, providing options for competitive training, family activities, and wellness…
Top kid-friendly activities in Rotterdam
Nov 06, 2024
Rotterdam offers a wide array of activities that cater specifically to children, blending fun with educational experiences. From…
Free family events at Mooie Boules Rotterdam
Jul 16, 2024
HAPPENING 16 July–21 2024 | Mooie Boules and Stichting De Buurt have partnered to offer free summer activities in Rotterdam,…
Kidsstock family festival Rotterdam - dates, artists, info
May 24, 2024
HAPPENING 16 June 2024 | Kidsstock is a family festival with workshops, performances, and food court. The event takes place every…
3D Feyenoord shirt puzzle at Hoogvliet supermarkets
Apr 02, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 2 April 2024 — From 3 April, patrons at Hoogvliet supermarkets will have the opportunity to collect stamps to purchase…
Meet Bing and Flop at Rotterdam Zoo
Mar 26, 2024
Diergaarde Blijdorp (Rotterdam Zoo) welcomes beloved characters Bing and Flop in a special event tailored for young children this…
Rotterdam's youth to benefit from extra OV credit
Feb 15, 2024
ROTTERDAM, 15 February 2024 – A new initiative by the Rotterdam municipality provides additional funds for young people to travel…
Dutch Youth Skating Days begin in Rotterdam
Nov 30, 2023
Rotterdam, 30 November 2023 – A significant initiative to introduce 10,000 primary school children to the joys of skating was…
Teddy bear experiment: Rotterdam's response
Nov 08, 2023
Rotterdam, 8 November 2023 – A social experiment conducted across various Dutch cities, including Rotterdam, reveals intriguing…
Join Klimbosdag: Forest conservation meets fun in Rotterdam
Sep 07, 2023
Amidst fluctuating weather conditions and environmental concerns, the first edition of Nationale Klimbosdag (National Climbing…
Gezonde Smikkelweken 2023: Children's health movement in Rotterdam
Jul 17, 2023
ROTTERDAM, 17 July 2023 – Rotterdam celebrates the start of the third edition of the Gezonde Smikkelweken (Healthy Snack Weeks),…
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Rotterdam invests €5 million in school healthcare teams
Jul 07, 2023
ROTTERDAM, 7 July 2023 – The government of Rotterdam has announced an investment of €5 million to enhance the services of school…
Spider City: new indoor climbing experience by Fun Forest
Apr 28, 2023
Discover Spider City, Fun Forest's innovative indoor climbing experience in Rotterdam, offering year-round adventure and…
Fun and engaging kids book event with Fleur Doornberg-Puglisi
Apr 17, 2023
ROTTERDAM, 17 April 2023 - Dutch author Fleur Doornberg-Puglisi is set to visit Donner bookstore in Rotterdam to share her debut…
Baby starter kit reduces stress for parents with money worries
Feb 23, 2023
ROTTERDAM, 23 February 2023 – Rotterdam children born into a family affected by poverty will receive a package of baby gear this…
Frozen in Concert Live to Film at Rotterdam Ahoy
Feb 13, 2023
10 years of Frozen, live on ice! The Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra has started ticket sales for Frozen™ in Concert Live to…
Fun Forest - outdoor activities in Rotterdam's Kralingse Bos
Feb 11, 2023
Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city? In dire need of a corona proof social activity with family, friends or…
Rotterdam primary school recycles and donates proceeds
Feb 06, 2023
Primary school Kindcentrum De Heijberg collected discarded appliances for recycling and Stichting Jarige Job. Old appliances have…
Plaswijckpark Rotterdam introduces new interactive games
May 17, 2021
Interactive games replace the burnt-down theatre at Plaswijckpark in Rotterdam. Generous donations of over €200,000 made the…
HEMA stores host children's reading afternoons
Oct 03, 2018
On Wednesday, October 10th, HEMA Foundation organizes reading afternoons in 21 of it's HEMA stores throughout the Netherlands.…
Come face to face with Dinosaurs in Jurassic Kingdom Schiedam
Jul 07, 2018
Last Friday, we got a sneak peek of Jurassic Kingdom. And yup! I can confirm it's exactly what that sounds like; a truly Jurassic…
