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Family Events in Basel

Kid-friendly events, family activities, and children's shows in Basel.

Kinderfreundliche Events, Familienaktivitäten und Kindershows in Basel.

48 upcoming family events

Kindershow: Die Superkräfte der Insekten

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 at 13:30

Sommercasino Basel

A family-friendly children's show at Sommercasino exploring the superpowers of insects through playful puppetry and storytelling, a delightful outing that sparks curiosity about nature for young audiences.

Kindershow: Die Superkräfte der Insekten «Käfer & kundig ...

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 at 14:00

Sommercasino Basel

A family-friendly multimedia show at Basel's Sommercasino exploring the superpowers of insects through videos, photos and stories by a Swiss nature filmmaker, entertaining kids and adults with engaging science.

Harbour cruises

Sat, 21 Mar 2026

Hafenmuseum

Take a 25-minute harbour cruise from Hafenmuseum Basel aboard a small 12-passenger boat operated by IG-Rheinbogen. Departures at half- and full-hours offer intimate Basel harbor views, with quay access from the public car park beside the museum.

Children's table

Sat, 21 Mar 2026

Hafenmuseum

Interactive children's table at Hafenmuseum Basel invites kids aged 4-10 and their adults to explore harbour life through a playful, hour-by-hour program. Each 45-minute session offers hands-on discovery inside the museum.

Knots & splices

Sat, 21 Mar 2026

Hafenmuseum

Learn traditional seamanship at Hafenmuseum with knots and splices under supervision; a hands-on sailor's craft session for children aged 10 and up, offering a playful glimpse into Basel's maritime history.

Balz Aliesch: Nomol

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 at 14:00

Theater Tabourettli

Family-friendly Basel concert with Balz Aliesch performing Baseldytsche Kinderlieder for kids, parents and grandparents at Tabourettli, a cozy Basel venue, on March 21, 2026 at 14:00.

Kinderdisco

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 at 22:00

Viertel Klub

Family-friendly Kinderdisco at Viertel Klub in Basel, a welcoming kids' dance party with age-appropriate tunes, colorful lights, and a safe, playful atmosphere where families can dance, laugh, and make memories together. The venue's cozy vibe adds a stress-free night for parents

World Bear Day: Celebrating early!

Sun, 22 Mar 2026

Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel

Kick off World Bear Day early at Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel with a family-friendly teddy dress-up event: kids and parents explore toy history, pose with plush bears, and enjoy bear-themed activities before the official date.

Family Sunday

Sun, 29 Mar 2026

Kunsthaus Baselland

Family Sunday at Kunsthaus Baselland offers free all-day admission for children and their companions, with a walk-in studio from 2pm–4pm for hands-on art activities inside the museum's welcoming, family-friendly spaces.

Führung für Familien im Römerhaus

Sun, 29 Mar 2026

Augusta Raurica

Join a family-friendly guided tour at the reconstructed Roman House in Augusta Raurica, exploring daily life of a Roman family and hands-on demonstrations inside an authentic ancient home.

Narrative carpet

Sun, 12 Apr 2026

Fondation Beyeler

Young children (ages 3–6) are invited to sit on a colorful carpet in front of Fondation Beyeler’s artworks, listen to short tales, and share their own stories in a playful, family-friendly museum experience.

The Perfect Dinner: Family Scenic Tour at Augusta Raurica

Sun, 19 Apr 2026

Augusta Raurica

Step back to 49 AD at Augusta Raurica for a family-friendly scenic tour as Visurix organises a Roman banquet. Kids help gather ingredients and prepare the tavern, discovering food, timing and ancient hospitality in an immersive, participatory stroll.

Family tour

Sun, 19 Apr 2026

Fondation Beyeler

Family-friendly guided tour at Fondation Beyeler for children aged 6–10, offering a playful look at the current exhibition. Tickets: CHF 7 for children; adults pay standard museum admission. Limited spaces—reserve online or at the door.

Spin again

Sun, 26 Apr 2026

Museum.BL

Join Gwunderhaas on a playful, educational discovery tour weaving from Museum.BL to the Baselland Cantonal Library, where experts help young sleuths unravel clues in a whimsical, family-friendly outing.

Family day

Sun, 26 Apr 2026

Fondation Beyeler

Join a family day at Fondation Beyeler in Basel with hands-on art activities, kid-friendly workshops, and guided family tours through the galleries and sculpture garden—fun for children and adults alike.

Treasure Day: Aktionssonntag

Sun, 3 May 2026

Historisches Museum Basel – Barfüsserkirche

Embark on Treasure Day at Historisches Museum Basel – Barfüsserkirche, a family-friendly afternoon of clues, hands-on activities, and discovery as you hunt for 'treasures' through Basel's history. Fun for kids and adults alike.

Family tour treasure trove

Sun, 7 Jun 2026

Historisches Museum Basel – Barfüsserkirche

A family-friendly guided tour at Historisches Museum Basel-Barfüsserkirche where children solve puzzles and follow Basel treasures, while adults enjoy a social, informative tour in a historic setting.

Family tour of the museum with translation into sign language (DSGS)

Sun, 7 Jun 2026

Augusta Raurica

Join a family-friendly, sign-language guided tour at Augusta Raurica as you explore the exhibit ‘The perfect dinner. Romans, power and rubbish’. Discover how Roman banquets worked, who attended, and which traditions echo today.

Holzpark Klybeck Outdoor Family Events

Holzpark Klybeck

Discover outdoor, family-friendly activities at Holzpark Klybeck in Basel. This community-focused lineup promises casual gatherings, local get-togethers, and welcoming green-space vibes in an urban park setting.

Hindernis-Parcours mit Musik

FAZ Familienzentrum Gundeli

Family-friendly afternoon at FAZ Familienzentrum Gundeli in Basel features a playful obstacle course set to music, inviting kids to test dexterity while families enjoy the rhythmic activity and shared, joyful moment.

MaKly’s Spielgruppe

Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein

Family-friendly playgroup at Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein for 2–5 year olds, offering childcare and German-language support through playful activities to help develop language and social skills in Basel.

Segensfeier für werdende Eltern

Offene Kirche Elisabethen

Join a German-language blessing ceremony for expectant parents at Offene Kirche Elisabethen in Basel. A warm, faith-filled moment to welcome a baby, share hopes, and connect with a welcoming faith community before the new arrival.

Babytreff

Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein

A family-friendly meetup at Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein for parents with babies up to 20 months, plus older siblings. Includes parental counseling for children aged 0-5. A warm, social gathering in Basel to connect families and share tips.

Spielgruppe Paladuk

Quartiertreffpunkt Hirzbrunnen

Weekly Friday playgroup for children at Quartiertreffpunkt Hirzbrunnen in Basel, offering a casual, family-friendly space for kids to play and families to connect.

Kinder-Schachclub

LoLa - Quartiertreffpunkt St. Johann

Every Sunday afternoon, Kinder-Schachclub at LoLa - Quartiertreffpunkt St. Johann in Basel offers a welcoming, kid-friendly space to learn and improve chess, meet peers, and grow under Dinka's guidance.

Kindernachmittag Erlenmatt – Samstags

Quartiertreffpunkt Rosental Erlenmatt

Family-friendly Saturday afternoon at Quartiertreffpunkt Rosental Erlenmatt: free play, Döggelikasten, air hockey and board games from 2–6 pm, inviting kids and families for casual neighborhood fun.

Offener Eltern Kind-Treff

Treffpunkt Breite

A welcoming open parents-and-children meetup at Treffpunkt Breite in Basel, inviting families to connect on Mondays, share tips and experiences, and enjoy casual, kid-friendly conversations and activities in a warm, low-pressure community setting.

KinderGleisKreis

A family-friendly children's event, KinderGleisKreis, offering train- and rail-themed activities for kids; a playful, educational outing ideal for families seeking hands-on discovery and fun.

Eltern-Kind Malen

Treffpunkt Breite

A family-friendly parent-child painting workshop at Treffpunkt Breite in Basel, where kids and their parents explore colors and creativity together in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Hindernis-Parcours mit Musik

FAZ Familienzentrum Gundeli

At FAZ Familienzentrum Gundeli in Basel, kids and families wrap up the afternoon with a music-filled obstacle course, blending playful challenges with lively tunes for a fun, community-oriented finale.

Familien- und Sonntagsbrunch

Quartiertreffpunkt Rosental Erlenmatt

Family-friendly Sunday brunch at Quartiertreffpunkt Rosental Erlenmatt in Basel, 10:30–14:00, with crafts available on registration. A welcoming, sociable morning for the whole family, pairing relaxed food moments with creative activities and a strong community vibe.

Family programs at Palazzo Kunsthalle

Kulturhaus Palazzo Kino

Discover family-friendly, educational activities at Kulturhaus Palazzo Kunsthalle. A variety of programs designed for children and parents to explore art, culture, and creativity together in a welcoming setting.

Babytreff

Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein

Babytreff at Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein in Basel, a friendly meetup for parents with babies up to 20 months (older siblings welcome). Includes parental counseling for families with children aged 0-5 and a supportive, social atmosphere.

MaKly’s Spielgruppe

Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein

A German-language playgroup for children aged 2–5 at Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein in Basel, offering childcare with language support and playful activities to help kids build early German skills.

MiMiKo

Offene Kirche Elisabethen

MiMiKo at Offene Kirche Elisabethen in Basel offers a family-friendly, music-filled session for children inside the historic church, inviting participation and a warm, intimate atmosphere perfect for a gentle cultural outing with the family.

Segensfeier für alle, die ein Kind erwarten

Offene Kirche Elisabethen

Join a welcoming blessing for expectant parents on 22 March 2026 at Offene Kirche Elisabethen in Basel. A warm, faith-filled gathering with readings, prayers, and community support as families prepare for their child's arrival.

Family programs at Kulturhaus Palazzo Kunsthalle

Kulturhaus Palazzo Kino

Family-friendly programs at Kulturhaus Palazzo Kunsthalle offer educational activities and workshops for children and accompanying adults, inviting visitors to explore art in Basel.

Segensfeier für alle, die ein Kind erwarten

Offene Kirche Elisabethen

Attend a blessing ceremony for expectant parents at Offene Kirche Elisabethen in Basel on 22 March 2026 at 10:30 GMT. A warm, family-friendly moment in a historic church that offers support, reflection, and celebration for the upcoming arrival of a child.

Spielgruppe Paladuk

Quartiertreffpunkt Hirzbrunnen

Regular Friday playgroup for young children at Quartiertreffpunkt Hirzbrunnen in Basel. A welcoming, kid-friendly space for imaginative play, simple crafts, and social time for families to connect in the neighborhood.

Spielgruppe

Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein

Join the Spielgruppe at Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein in Basel, a thrice-weekly playgroup for children with professional guidance, offering social play and imaginative fun in a welcoming community space.

Spielgruppe Paladuk

Quartiertreffpunkt Hirzbrunnen

Join Spielgruppe Paladuk, a weekly Friday playgroup for kids at Quartiertreffpunkt Hirzbrunnen in Basel. A welcoming, family-friendly community gathering for children to play, meet other families, and enjoy a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.

MiMiKo

Offene Kirche Elisabethen

MiMiKo is a family-friendly children’s program hosted in the historic Offene Kirche Elisabethen in Basel, featuring kid-focused activities and music as part of the church’s regular offerings.

Hindernis-Parcours mit Musik

FAZ Familienzentrum Gundeli

Join a family-friendly afternoon at FAZ Familienzentrum Gundeli in Basel, where kids tackle a music-filled Hindernis-Parcours and families enjoy playful teamwork, light tunes, and a lively, inclusive atmosphere.

Familienangebote im Palazzo Kunsthalle Basel

Kulturhaus Palazzo Kino

Family-oriented programs at Kulturhaus Palazzo Kunsthalle Basel offer engaging, kid-friendly art activities, guided tours, and workshops that invite families to explore contemporary art together in a welcoming museum setting.

Babytreff

Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein

Family-friendly meetup in Basel for parents with babies up to 20 months, plus older siblings. Includes parental counseling for families with children aged 0–5. A welcoming, practical gathering at Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein that fosters community and support.

MaKly’s Spielgruppe

Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein

Spielgruppe

Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein

Three times a week, the Spielgruppe meets at BURG in Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein, offering children a structured space to explore play together under professional guidance.

Spielgruppe

Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein

A regular children's playgroup at Quartiertreffpunkt Wettstein in Basel, meeting three times weekly to explore play and social skills under professional guidance, fostering early social learning in a welcoming community space.