Family activities
Explore activities for the whole family—from treasure hunts and art to workshops and free play of imagination—in the Cultural District.
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Halloween in Tivoli Gardens
Tivoli Gardens
This autumn, Tivoli Gardens transforms into a magical world of Halloween. Wander among glowing autumn colours, enjoy tasty treats from our many eateries, and soak up the festive atmosphere. By the Open-Air Stage, stalls overflow with Halloween spirit, while the park is filled with spider webs, scarecrows, and more than 20,000 pumpkins. There’s fun, magic, and just the right amount of mischief for visitors big and small.
October 2 – November 1
The Key to the Unknown
National Museum of Denmark
Dive into the adventure like a true explorer. In the exhibition Land Unknown, children and adults can test their skills against the riddles of the expedition.
Recommended age: The game can be played at two different levels: one for teens and one for children from approx. 8 years old (along with their adventurous grown-ups).
Monday – Sunday 10AM-5PM
THORVALDSEN FOR FAMILIES – EXPLORE TOGETHER
Thorvaldsens Museum
Pick up a free drawing and activity booklet packed with fun and creative challenges. The booklet is illustrated by Daniel Frost. You can also join the art treasure hunt and put your detective skills to the test! Can you find the palm, the arrow, or the lion? Are they hiding in the ceiling paintings or in a relief on the wall.
Ask for your copy at the ticket desk, where you can also borrow coloured pencils to take with you around the museum.
Within opening hours.
Build the City with LEGO®
Danish Architecture Center
Join the LEGO® workshop during the autumn holiday at DAC. Let your imagination run wild among thousands of bricks and build your own contribution to our shared city.
October 11 – October 18, 10AM-5PM
The Art Workshop
Nikolaj Kunsthal
On selected weekends, Nikolaj Kunsthal’s art educators invite you to join creative workshops inspired by the exhibitions currently on view. Explore techniques, colours and materials – whatever your age or experience – and create something of your own to take home.
Participation and materials are free with paid admission (children always enter free of charge)
November 7, and December 5, 6, 12 and 13, 12-3PM
The childrens museum
National Museum of Denmark
Go on a Viking raid, play in a Copenhagen backyard, cook in the medieval kitchen, wield the Viking sword, sell and buy goods at the market in Pakistan, write on the blackboard in the 100-year-old classroom and rebuild the castle wall.
Monday – Sunday 10AM-5PM
Open Workshop: Design Your Own City Creature
Danish Architecture Center
Who might be hiding in the city? Drop by the Educatorium and sew your very own city creature using fabric, yarn and other materials.
Every day, 11AM-5PM
Christmas in Tivoli
Tivoli Gardens
Magical Christmas experiences for all ages await you at Christmas in Tivoli. The Gardens sparkle, the scent of pine trees fills the air, and thousands of twinkling lights are sure to get you into the holiday spirit. Christmas in Tivoli is featured on CNN’s list of the world’s best Christmas markets, so get ready to enjoy a cosy stroll, rosy cheeks from the rides, temptations from the snow-covered stalls – and much more.
November 13 – January 3