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.
1,576 shows and events
Family game “Glanz und Gloria”
Families take on royal roles in a self-guided palace rally planning a festival.
Workshop “How does my name sound?”
Children punch holes in a paper strip to hear their name played on a music box.
Picture book reading “Drag Story Hour”
Drag queens read picture books about diversity, respect and friendship for families.
Board games “Your Move”
Teen hosts guide children through favourite board games, mixing play, laughter and new friendships.
Workshop “One House, Many Pictures”
Children and families create their own pictures of Haus am Waldsee.
Backstage tour “Berlin Says Thank You”
A backstage tour of GRIPS Theater.
Art workshop for children
Children paint their own reindeer with acrylics, inspired by a story of reindeer preparing to perform.
Ghost and spirit stories
Castle ghost Waldemar tells his favourite ghost stories with his assistant Astrid.
Open workshop “Greetings from Tyrol”
Inspired by the exhibition “Die Berge Tirols”, families create mountain landscapes using the frottage technique.
Tour and weaving workshop “Wool and Silk Magic”
Children tour historic tapestries, then try weaving wool on boards and looms.
Performance “Superheroes”
Young performers from the ACADEMY Bühnenkunstschule blend dance, song and acting to explore saving the world.
Play “The Three Robbers”
An orphan girl challenges quarrelling robbers to reconsider what they want from life.
Family disco
Children dance to classic GRIPS songs chosen by staff members' kids.
Jochen Falck’s colourful candy show
Jochen Falck performs as fakir, juggler and musician in this playful show.
Play “The Little Magic Flute”
A children's theatre performance based on the story of the magic flute.
“The Lion in You”
A gentle little mouse wonders if roaring like a lion earns respect.
Puppet show “The Little Witch”
A puppet show about a young witch who must learn to be good to join the Walpurgis Night dance.
“Mascha and Mischka”
A pianist plays Shostakovich while old toys Mascha and Mischka come to life.
Circus show “Cabukunterbunt II”
Performers from age four to adulthood present a circus show themed around water.
Play “I'm Vincent and I'm Not Afraid”
Acting, live music and dance portray Vincent's experiences of bullying and his new friendship with Jacqueline.
Puppet show “Langsam Langsam”
A snail determined to become the fastest meets a turtle and a former racing driver.
Fairy tale lantern walk
A storyteller leads a lantern walk telling an English fairy tale with flute music.
Concert “Jazz for Kids”
Black Cat's young musicians play jazz, blues, rock and Latin pieces with room for improvisation.
Puppet show “The Christmas Star”
A blend of acting and puppet theatre telling a Christmas story about helpfulness, friendship and happiness.