15 & 16 November

OSR Concerts pour petites oreilles: La Fabrique à sons

Join Melodia on a fantastical musical adventure in this original show for string quintet and narrator. Discover the secret machine that creates sounds, brought to life through a medley of tunes by Boccherini, Britten, Dvořák, Mozart, Rota and Tchaikovsky. Playful and engaging, this performance combines drama and music to introduce children to the joy of classical music, in partnership with the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande.

Timings:
Saturday 15 November 2025 – 11:00 & 15:30 (English session)
Sunday 16 November 2025 – 11:00 & 15:30

Ages 4 and up.

Avenue du Petit-Lancy 37,
1213 Lancy

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17 March 2025 – 1 September 2026

Janus at the Bioparc

Kids

Bioparc

The Biopark is temporarily hosting Janus, a unique two-headed Greek tortoise, during the renovation of the Museum. Each head of this male tortoise has its own independent brain, which sometimes makes its movements challenging. In captivity, Janus receives attentive care, resulting in an impressive lifespan of 26 years.

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2 July – 14 September

Les Chapiteaux Enchantés 2025

Community Kids

Multiple locations

A free festival designed for children. Under the Enchanted Tents, engage in playful and sensory activities led by early childhood professionals. It’s a moment of discovery, play, and connection to awaken the youngest minds and provide families a place for meeting and shared enjoyment. Don’t miss these magical mornings!

Kids ages 0 – 4.

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Saturday 13 September, 14:00

Watercolor and Botanical Drawing Workshop

Kids

Join a botanical sketching workshop in Parc des Bastions with Lisa Anzellini. This event invites participants to study and draw the park’s plant life using watercolor and scientific drawing techniques. The workshop also includes a guided tour of the “Plant Rustlings” exhibition led by a mediator from the Centre of Photography Geneva.

Ages 12 and up.

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6 September – 11 october

Chess Workshop

Kids Lectures & Workshops

Société de lecture

Led by Mégane Miralles, Grandmaster Clovis Vernay, and International Master Yohan Benitah, instructors from the Geneva Chess Federation (FGE).

For adult beginners and near-beginners: This workshop invites you to discover the fundamentals of this ancient game and to improve through hands-on practice and learning of key openings and themes.

For children aged 4 to 13, divided into three groups based on age and experience: Young beginners (ages 4–6) will learn the rules of the game. Near-beginners will begin to spot checkmates and explore tactical combinations. Older or more experienced children will deepen their tactical and strategic understanding. Each child will receive an exercise booklet tailored to their level, allowing them to track their progress and continue learning beyond the workshop.

On the final day, all three groups will take part in a friendly competition, with trophies awarded to the top three players.

In French.

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Saturday 13 September, 14:30

Children’s Treasure Hunt – Explore the World

Kids

Musée Barbier-Mueller

The Barbier-Mueller Museum invites you to explore its global treasures with an engaging scavenger hunt. Locate artworks on a world map and solve intriguing puzzles to uncover hidden pieces within the museum. Are you ready for this entertaining challenge?

In French. Ages 7 to 12.

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1 May – 1 November

Evaux en Fêtes

Kids Outdoor

Parc des Evaux

Evaux en Fêtes offers a cultural, ecological, and sporting program for all ages in Geneva’s largest urban park. From May to October, over thirty events blend nature, culture, and sports at Parc des Evaux. Attendees can enjoy educational workshops, open-air performances, candlelit concerts, sports challenges, and activities designed for the entire family.

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