Events for children aged 8–11 in Berlin
Berlin events for the 8–11 age selection include creative projects, performances and opportunities to explore a subject in more detail. Each listing overlaps this age band rather than guaranteeing suitability for every child, so compare the organiser’s guidance and the activity before choosing a session.
1,585 shows and events
Craft afternoon
Children and accompanying adults make crafts with provided materials and help from library staff.
Duel arena “Yu-Gi-Oh!”
Try the Yu-Gi-Oh card game with guided decks, newcomers and experts both welcome.
Toy swap
Children bring toys in good condition and exchange them for other children's toys.
Fairy tale hour
Selected fairy tales illustrated by Max Slevogt are read aloud for all visitors.
Picture book cinema & coffee
Watch picture-book stories on a screen, then stay for the open café with coffee.
Winter playground
An indoor playground where young children can play, romp and climb safely.
Storytime
Volunteers from Lesewelt Berlin e.V. read aloud as children discover books together.
Programming Dash robots
Children programme Dash robots to dance, talk and sing, and create artwork.
Open studio: Berlin nightlife 1910–1930
Visitors join artists to explore creative writing inspired by 1920s Berlin, no registration needed.
Play “Hansel & Gretel”
Two children lose their way in the forest and discover a witch’s gingerbread house.
VR gaming afternoon
Children try the Meta Quest 3 headset and play games in virtual reality.
Exam prep: MSA, Facharbeit & 5. PK
Student teachers help students prepare for the MSA exam, specialist papers and oral exams.
Reading hour
A story time for children of preschool and primary school age at Buchkantine.
Course “Kids ArtJournal”
Children work together to create a lively art journal through painting, drawing and collage.
Puppet show “Mr Squirrel and the First Snow”
A squirrel, hedgehog and bear search for snow, each with a different idea of what to find.
German–Chinese picture-book show
Families look at picture-book stories together and playfully explore German and Chinese.
Turkish and Arabic storytime
Volunteers from Stadtteilmütter read aloud in Turkish and Arabic as children discover books together.
Storytime
Volunteers from Lesewelt Berlin read stories aloud for children, with parents also invited to listen.
Code Club Gropiusstadt
Children and teens try coding, build their own projects and learn through play.
Clown show “Yellow Marshmallow”
Two clowns create tiny worlds and big characters in a wordless show.
Girls’ book club “Inkheart”
Girls discuss picture books together, exploring feelings and big themes.
Game night “The City as a Playing Field”
Explore urban space through board games about city life and conflicts.
Puppet show “The Suitcase”
Puppet theatre about a bird, fox and hare meeting a mysterious stranger with a suitcase.
Intercultural breakfast
Neighbours share breakfast, meet new people and chat over coffee, tea and bread.