THINGS TO DO FOR FAMILIES THIS AUTUMN
The October school holidays have come round too quickly for us. What are your plans ? If you’re looking for a fun, educational environment for your child, there are some interesting October holiday camps which have last minute spaces available.
We also share some other fun things to do around town with your children.
IIL CAMPZONE
After the success of their first CampZone this summer, IIL (International Institute de Lancy), offers extended activities in English and French for kids and teens during the upcoming October holidays, including interesting options such as woodworking, urban dance, basketball and multi-sport games including scavenger hunts and escape games.
Art workshop, brick-building and robotic courses are also available
We like the sound of the INDIAN SUMMER camp for children years 3-12, which combine multiple activities including games, nature creations (giant mandala), sports, a culinary workshop and an educational visit.
For more information about the ILL Campzone autumn activities – visit this website www.campzone.ch
WHERE
IIL, Avenue Eugene Lance, Geneva
WHEN
Different camps available during October holidays
MORE INFO
For more information about the ILL Campzone’a autumn activities – visit their website.
MAH HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
“Des vacances qui donnent la patate” – you’ll come across this expression during the holidays. What does it mean? So, apparently in the olden days this was the holiday during which children helped their parents harvest potatoes!
During the holidays the Museum of Art and History (MAH) opens its doors to families and invites children to touch, feel and smell the exhibitions – to really get up close and personal.
For the 7th edition – the museum again offers a fun-filled programme of activities, visits, shows and educational games.
WHEN
From Tuesday 22 October till Friday 25th October
From 10-12h for the little ones (2-5 years) Reserve your space
From 14h-17h for older kids (6 plus) without reservation
FREE
TOP TIP – come early as some activities may fill up quickly and space is limited.
WHERE
MAH
MORE INFO
On this site.
BRICKLIVE
Bricklive Ocean is a new exhibition for children of brick sculptures built around the theme of the ocean.
The aim is to introduce children to the incredible richness and diversity of life in the oceans of the world, as well as teaching them about environmental problems threatening our marine life.
After viewing the exhibition, children are invited to play with more than 10 million bricks in different themed zones – including Star Wars, Architecture, grafitti walls… and more.
Sounds like a fun day out!
WHEN
18-27 October – open from 10h till 18h every day.
WHERE
Palexpo, halle 2
30 Route Francois Peyrot
Le Grand-Sacconnex
1218
MORE INFO
FAMILY DAY – ORCHESTRE DE LA SUISSE ROMANDE
The Orchestre de la Suisse Romande and the University of Music of Geneva invite families to explore these two institutions of the Cité de la Musique with a fun day of family activities, including a classical music concert and workshops introducing children to different instruments, conducting an orchestra and more. Registration is required for this event, which takes place at the Victoria Hall and other venues in Geneva.
WHEN
October 19
WHERE
Victoria Hall and other venues around town.
MORE INFO
EXPLORACENTRE
The children’s science museum Exploracentre offers four different camps during the October holidays. Two of the camps are aimed at children aged 4+ with a further two camps welcoming children aged 8+.
We love this science-orientated museum, which offers many hands-on, colourful and fun displays. READ our review by 10-year-old Max here.
By enrolling your child, you will also support the centre’s crowd-funding campaign to ensure they can continue to offer great exhibitions.
Weekly courses (half days or full days)
WHEN
October holidays
WHERE
Rue des Bains
MORE INFO
On this site
SCIENCE VILLAGE – FERNEY-VOLTAIRE
For the third year in a row, the City of Ferney-Voltaire, organises a science village, this time in the newly renovated Château du Voltaire.
This festival offers a wide range of free workshops and activities for children of all ages, exploring science in a playful way.
WHERE
Château du Voltaire; Allée du Château, 01210 Ferney-Voltaire, France
WHEN
October 13
From 9am-6pm
MORE INFO
FESTIVAL SALAMANDRE
Festival in Morges – all ages
This 3-day festival aims to educate the public about the diversity and richness of nature through a wide variety of workshops, films and art exhibitions – specially designed for families.
WHEN
18-20 October
WHERE
Morges
MORE INFO
On this site
BIRDWATCHING – SERVETTE LIBRARY
A local biologist will lead the workshop.
FREE but online registration.
WHEN
23 October
WHERE
SERVETTE LIBRARY
MORE INFO
On this site.
