Rotterdam with Kids
Beaches of Rotterdam - best spots for swimming and chilling
May 22, 2026
Rotterdam, a vibrant cosmopolis known for its largest port in Europe, also boasts a treasure trove of beautiful beaches. Just…
King's Day in Rotterdam - Festivals, parties, chillout areas
Apr 23, 2026
HAPPENING 27 April 2026 | Rotterdam does King’s Day the way it does everything: loudly, efficiently, and with a talent for…
TwitchCon Europe in Rotterdam - event information
Mar 28, 2026
HAPPENING 30–31 MAY 2026 | TwitchCon Europe is returning to Rotterdam Ahoy for its third consecutive year, with tickets now on…
LEGO opens first Rotterdam store in the Koopgoot
Mar 27, 2026
ROTTERDAM, 26 March 2025 – The LEGO Group has opened its first store in Rotterdam, marking its fifth store in the Netherlands.…
Trompenburg welcomes spring with blooms and family activities
Mar 11, 2026
ROTTERDAM, 10 March 2026 – Trompenburg Tuinen & Arboretum is leaning fully into spring, with early rhododendrons in bloom, fresh…
Droppie brings recycling tour and neighbourhood clean-up to Rotterdam
Mar 11, 2026
HAPPENING 25 March 2026 | Droppie is hosting The Droppie Experience in Rotterdam on 25 March, inviting locals to join a free…
Wijn Festijn Rotterdam | Wine, bites and music
Mar 10, 2026
HAPPENING 13-14 MARCH 2026 | Wijn Festijn is heading to Cruise Terminal Rotterdam, bringing more than 100 wines, food pairings…
Best swimming pools in Rotterdam: a complete guide
Mar 04, 2026
Rotterdam offers a variety of swimming facilities, providing options for competitive training, family activities, and wellness…
Rotterdampas - how to have fun and save money in Rotterdam | Rotterdam Pass
Mar 04, 2026
If you are the sort of person who likes your weekends with a side of bargain, the Rotterdampas might be your best friend in…
Holi celebrations in Rotterdam - dates, location, information
Feb 25, 2026
HAPPENING 7 MAR 2026 | Holi-Phagwa, also known as the Festival of Colors, is a Hindu spring festival that is primarily celebrated…
TREK travelling food festival visits Rotterdam - info, dates
Feb 05, 2026
HAPPENING 7–10 MAY '26 | TREK, the Netherlands' largest travelling food festival, makes a stop in Rotterdam's Vroesenpark. TREK…
Nationale Voorleesdagen Rotterdam: kids’ story events at Fenix
Jan 19, 2026
HAPPENING 21 & 25 JAN '26 | Fenix in Rotterdam is marking National Reading Days (Nationale Voorleesdagen) with Dutch-language…
Skateboarding, inline skating and BMX in Rotterdam
Jan 10, 2026
Rotterdam is built for street sports. From street skate spots in the centre to pumptracks, BMX lines and smooth park routes, the…
Winter Wonderland at Rotterdam Ahoy: ice rink, family shows and music
Dec 18, 2025
HAPPENING 29–30 DEC 2025 | Rotterdam Ahoy is hosting a new two-day winter event on 29 and 30 December, built around a large…
Indoor shopping malls in and around Rotterdam
Dec 18, 2025
Rotterdam does “shop local” brilliantly, but sometimes you just want a roof over your head, a hot drink nearby, and the option to…
Museum Rotterdam brings the badkoets back to Hoek van Holland
Dec 16, 2025
If you’ve ever wondered how beach days worked before changing cabins and windbreaks, here’s your answer. From January 2026,…
Golfing in and around Rotterdam: all options explained
Dec 15, 2025
Rotterdam and its surroundings offer more golfing options than many people expect. From easy-going mini golf for families and…
Ice skating in Rotterdam - locations, information and prices
Dec 13, 2025
Winter in Rotterdam is built for ice. Whether you want fast laps on a 400 metre track, a gentle first wobble with the kids, or a…
Extra kids’ activities on Euromast these holidays
Dec 11, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 11 December 2025 – The Euromast is adding extra family activities during the Christmas holidays, from balloon artists…
December family films at LantarenVenster Rotterdam
Dec 11, 2025
ROTTERDAM, 9 December 2025 – LantarenVenster is turning December into a month of cinema for families, with animated adventures,…
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…
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.…
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…
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.…
