Traditional Crafts Day - Textile Crafts and Patchwork
In addition to demonstrations of traditional craft techniques, the historic textile machines used in Jacquard weaving and hosiery knitting will be put into operation. There will also be hands-on activities for children and adults.
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Textil- und Rennsportmuseum Hohenstein-Ernstthal09337 Hohenstein-Ernstthal
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24.10.26 10:00 - 18:00 clock
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Lantern Parade and Festival
The “Bienenkorb” daycare center invites you to a lantern parade and lantern festival.
Kindertagesstätte Bienenkorb09387 Jahnsdorf/Erzgeb.
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30.10.2618:00 clock
Halloween in the mini world
Little ghosts, witches, monsters and vampires meet up for a spooky good time in the mini world. It's not spooky and it's not witchcraft - children (5 - 15 years) in make-up and costume have free admission on Halloween.
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Miniwelt Lichtenstein09350 Lichtenstein/Sa.
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31.10.26 10:00 - 17:00 clock
Halloween in family
Spooky fun for young and old: celebrate together, dress up and experience an unforgettable Halloween by candlelight as a family!
Biergarten am Umspannwerk09387 Jahnsdorf/Erzgeb.
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31.10.26 14:00 - 20:00 clock
30th Anniversary of Our Vivarium
30 Years of Vivarium—an anniversary celebrating the fascinating world of amphibians! Exciting activities for all ages, a variety of hands-on experiences, and interesting expert presentations promise an eventful day full of discoveries.
Tierpark Chemnitz09117 Chemnitz
31.10.26 09:00 - 17:00 clock
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The big fishing trip
The 7th big fishing event at the Pelzmühle promises excitement, fun and special experiences. Look forward to a colorful program with music, delicious food and the atmospheric lantern parade with alpacas - a day for the whole family!
Hohndorf candle arch festival
All visitors, young and old, are invited to the pre-Christmas candle arch festival on the town hall square today.
Rathausplatz Hohndorf09394 Hohndorf
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29.11.26 14:30 - 19:00 clock
Winter barbecue at the dürer - Calendar door no. 23
Wintergrillen im „das dürer“: Im weihnachtlichen Ambiente des Lebendigen Adventskalenders sorgen Livemusik von TRAVELER, Bratwurst, Glühwein und Kinderpunsch für einen gemütlichen Winterabend voller Adventsstimmung.
Bürgerbegegnungszentrum das dürer09366 Stollberg/Erzgeb.
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13.12.26 15:00 - 18:00 clock
Ein Stück von Isabelle Weh
Lara is happy with school
Lara loves stories, but she finds reading aloud difficult. Afraid of the class, she escapes into her fantasy world with Teddy, Dino and Principessa. There she realizes: Writing is playing tricks on her. A playful journey all about dyslexia.
Ein modernes Schauermärchen von E.T.A. Hofmann ab 12 Jahre für die Bühne bearbeitet von Gloria Breite und Anni Hänel.
The Sandman
A dark shadow lies over the present: Nathalie is caught between reality and delusion. A mysterious dealer and the enigmatic Olimpia draw her into a maelstrom of fear, memory and deception - an oppressive play about identity.
Ein Märchen über eine schöne Königstochter und einen sehr ehrlichen Spiegel.
Snow White
Snow White experiences a time of fear after her father's new marriage: the vain queen seeks her life. On the run, she finds shelter with the seven dwarves. The fairy tale at Theater Burattino shows whether she will be saved.
23rd Grand Prix of Saxony
The Grand Prix of Saxony in November 2026 at the Chemnitz exhibition grounds promises three days full of equestrian sport, fascinating shows and a colorful program for children, while show jumping competitions and the Chemnitz Horse Night crown the event.
The brave little tailor
It tells the story of Jonas, who becomes famous with "7 auf einen Streich" and bravely sets off into the world. With wit and brains, he masters big tasks, makes friends and surpasses himself - an imaginative theatrical adventure full of humor.
Heute: Schneewittchen und die 7 Zwerge, Hänsel und Gretel, Der Froschkönig
Fairy tale afternoon
An abduction into the world of fairy tales. Off to meet Mother Hulda and Little Red Riding Hood, Hansel and Gretel, the Frog Prince and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The actors tell the old fairy tales freely adapted from Grimm in their very own way. What magic.
Ein Theaterstück frei nach den Brüdern Grimm von Annekathrin Rottstädt-Hänel
Mrs. Holle
Marie loses her bobbin in the well and finds her way to Mother Hulda. There she helps diligently and is richly rewarded. Back at home, her good fortune triggers envy. A fairytale play about hard work, courage and justice.
The singing, ringing tree
In the magic kingdom, the snooty princess is punished for her selfishness when she is turned into an ugly girl. Only through true love can she awaken the singing, tinkling tree and win back the enchanted prince.
Advent Sunday
On the third Sunday of Advent, families are warmly invited to get into the Christmas spirit with a festive theater performance, during which Santa Claus himself will stop by to take wishes and hand out small gifts.
Fritz Theater Chemnitz09117 Chemnitz
13.12.2614:00 clock17:00 clock
Eintritt auf Spendenbasis. Der Erlös kommt der Tafel Chemnitz zugute.
Ein musikalisches Theaterstück
Anton Günther
An evening of theater filled with humor, music, and local history pays tribute to Anton Günther and his legacy. Young performers, Heiner Stephani, and his house band bring songs and verses to life and show just how relevant his messages remain to this day.
Oelsnitz winter market
The winter market on the days in between offers live music, culinary delicacies and a small miner's show: for relaxed get-togethers with friends in the Bürgerpark.
Bürger- und Familienpark Oelsnitz09376 Oelsnitz/Erzgeb.
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28.12.26 15:00 - 21:00 clock
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MusicX-Tiny - MusicX - Early musical education
"MusicX-Tiny" invites children aged 1-5 and their parents to make music through play. Using simple instruments, the little ones discover sounds and rhythms together - guided by a theater teacher. Registration is possible, but not necessary.
MusicX Stollberg09366 Stollberg/Erzgeb.
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11.11.26 14:30 - 15:30 clock
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Eine musikalische Reise ins Märchenland vom Musiktheater "SpielART"
The fairy tale songs
Bored by the empty fairytale land, a witch conjures herself up on earth to cause mischief. She forces a musician to accompany her with dark stories. Only music - and perhaps the help of the audience - can save him from her sinister game
MUSIC SCHOOL INVITES TO CHRISTMAS CONCERT
The district music school invites you to its traditional Christmas concert in the festively decorated Bürgergarten. A varied program with classical songs, modern arrangements and instrumental highlights creates a pre-Christmas atmosphere.
Bürgergarten Stollberg09366 Stollberg/Erzgeb.
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15.12.2617:00 clock
Eintritt frei
Die Anmeldung und Teilnahmebedingungen gibt es bei IKEA Chemnitz in der IKEA Kinderwelt.
IKEA Shopping Cart Filling for Kids
With a little luck, children between the ages of 6 and 12 have the chance to fill a kids' shopping cart in the IKEA Kids' World and then take the entire contents home with them.
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IKEA Chemnitz09116 Chemnitz
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18.10.26 10:00 - 20:00 clock
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Chemnitz Zoo
Around 250 animal species live on the almost ten-hectare site, with over 80 amphibian species to discover in the vivarium alone, which is unique in Europe. A year-round excursion destination for families.
Tierpark Chemnitz09117 Chemnitz
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18.10.26 09:00 - 17:00 clock
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Fall Crafts
Creative fall crafts let you use your imagination and have fun making beautiful decorations for this colorful season. A variety of craft supplies and plenty of inspiration are available, inviting you to enjoy a cozy, creative crafting experience.
Gemeindebibliothek Leukersdorf09387 Jahnsdorf/Erzgeb.
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20.10.26 09:00 - 12:00 clock 13:00 - 18:00 clock
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kostenfrei
Open zoo school - discover the animal world through play
In the open animal park school, children can playfully discover the animal world during the vacations while learning exciting things about habitats, food and species protection with memory games, quizzes and puzzles, thus expanding their knowledge in an entertaining way.
Halloween party for the whole family
The party takes place in the outdoor area with a campfire and lots of Halloween games with Marcel Püschmann. At 6.30 pm there is a lantern procession with the Oelsnitz brass band to Villa Facius.
Kultur- und Freizeitzentrum Lugau09385 Lugau/Erzgeb.
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23.10.26 16:00 - 18:30 clock
Kosten: 5 Euro pro Kind (inkl. Verpflegung)
Es wird darum gebeten, saubere, leere Gläser (z. B. Marmeladen-, Senf- oder Gurkengläser) zum Basteln mitzubringen.
Alle weiteren Materialien (Servietten, Kleber, Pinsel usw.) werden gestellt.
Open House at the Zoo School on the First Sunday of Advent
In a creative craft workshop, participants will use old jars they’ve brought along to make colorful lanterns using the decoupage technique. This turns each jar into a unique, glowing piece. At the same time, the workshop demonstrates how upcycling conserves resources and reduces waste.
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Tierpark Chemnitz09117 Chemnitz
29.11.26 12:30 - 15:30 clock
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Off to the Christmas village
The Christmas village awaits visitors with mulled wine, delicious grilled food, sweets and waffles, accompanied by Christmas music. There will also be Christmas bingo, a tombola, children's crafts, handmade items from the region - and Santa Claus will be there too!
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Biergarten am Umspannwerk09387 Jahnsdorf/Erzgeb.
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18.12.26 16:00 - 20:00 clock
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Halloween party
Schaurig-schöner Halloween-Nachmittag im „das dürer“: Mit Diskothek, Kostümwahl, Kinderschminken und gruseligen Snacks wartet eine bunte Party voller Halloween-Stimmung auf kleine und große Gäste.
Bürgerbegegnungszentrum das dürer09366 Stollberg/Erzgeb.
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31.10.26 15:00 - 18:00 clock
Den Spielplan findet ihr hier
Mini cosmos in the mini world
During the full-dome shows or a "space flight", visitors can experience the universe as we know it today or enjoy a view of the firmament. Opened in 2007, a Zeiss star projector on 230 square meters of projection surface makes these experiences possible.
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Miniwelt Lichtenstein09350 Lichtenstein/Sa.
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18.10.26 09:00 - 18:00 clock
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The little 1x1 of the stars
"The Little 1x1 of the Stars" is an exciting planetarium adventure for the whole family. It teaches simple astronomical basics through a combination of dome-filling video images and projections of the starry sky.
Minikosmos Lichtenstein09350 Lichtenstein/Sa.
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18.10.2611:30 clock14:30 clock
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Distant worlds - alien life?
Is there life in space? A fascinating journey begins: from traces on Mars to oceans under the ice of Jupiter's moon Europa - an exciting search for clues in the cosmos in search of life and distant, Earth-like worlds.
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Minikosmos Lichtenstein09350 Lichtenstein/Sa.
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18.10.2612:30 clock
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The sun, our living star
At the center of this fascinating event is our planet's power plant. The sun - although a typical dwarf star - consumes 600 million tons of hydrogen per second and has 500 times the mass of all the planets combined.
Minikosmos Lichtenstein09350 Lichtenstein/Sa.
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18.10.2613:30 clock
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Astronomyths: Constellations and their legends
Grandfather and grandson pitch their tent deep in the forest. Around the campfire, they gaze up at the sky and, far from civilization, travel through myths, constellations and Greek gods - from Zeus to Orion - on a magical journey through space and time.
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Minikosmos Lichtenstein09350 Lichtenstein/Sa.
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18.10.2616:30 clock
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Erzkäuze Falconry: Raptor Conservation - Rescue Center
Experience birds of prey and owls up close: The Erzkäuze Falconry Center brings these fascinating animals to the ERZscheune. Children and teens will learn exciting facts about native species, their habitats, and the conservation of birds of prey—wonder and learning included.
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ERZscheune bei Bauer Ziegs09387 Jahnsdorf/Erzgeb.
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26.10.2614:00 clock
Kostenfrei auf Anmeldung
Vacation Program: Berggeist Guided Tour
Halloween is coming soon! When the ghosts awaken, the Mountain Spirit also begins to wreak havoc in KohleWelt. On a spooky guided tour through the exhibition mine—complete with helmets and flashlights—exciting legends await you—and perhaps an encounter with him.
Eine Anmeldung unter tierpark@stadt-chemnitz.de ist bis zum 22.10.2026 notwendig.
Fall Tour of the Zoo
Discover the zoo from a unique perspective during fall break! A guided tour offers fascinating insights into the animals’ lives and their unique characteristics. An autumn experience for families and animal lovers of all ages.
Guided tour for children: through the exhibition mine
During the guided tour through the demonstration mine, we experience the world of miners up close. Between tunnels and machines, we show tools, explain mining and conveying technology and tell exciting stories about the hard work underground - loud and impressive.
Voranmeldung unter tierpark@stadt-chemnitz.de ist bis zum 13. November notwendig.
Zoo Tour – Through the Twilight with Lanterns
As the days grow shorter, the zoo invites you to join an atmospheric lantern walk on St. Martin’s Day. During this 90-minute evening tour, you can explore the animal kingdom in a special atmosphere. Please bring your own lanterns with LED lights.
A look behind the scenes
The guided tour of the Burattino Theater offers a look behind the scenes: Costumes, props and lively stories are created here. Educational theater games show creative processes, while questions are asked freely and content is designed flexibly.
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Niederwürschnitz light railroad
An experience for young and old. The light railroad and the original locomotives from the 1950s are real eye-catchers! During a 20-minute ride across the entire site, you can admire both the facilities of the former brickworks and the unique landscape.
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Freizeitgelände Alte Ziegelei09399 Niederwürschnitz
18.10.26 12:00 - 17:00 clock
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14.10.2026 Aktionstag: Seifenblasenwelt
21.10.2026 Aktionstag: Schnitzeljagd
Colorful autumn holiday program
In Miniwelt Lichtenstein, the most famous buildings in Paris, Sydney, New York and Chemnitz are close together - plenty of motifs for cool souvenir photos or an Instastory. Wednesdays are action days.
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Miniwelt Lichtenstein09350 Lichtenstein/Sa.
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18.10.26 09:00 - 18:00 clock
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Once around the world
In Lichtenstein you can go on a trip around the world. On the 45,000 m², you can take a leisurely walk around the globe past 100 world-famous buildings. These are 25 times smaller than the original. The Eiffel Tower is 12 meters high here and 330 meters in Paris.
Miniwelt Lichtenstein09350 Lichtenstein/Sa.
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18.10.26 09:00 - 18:00 clock
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Chemnitz Zoo
Around 250 animal species live on the almost ten-hectare site, with over 80 amphibian species to discover in the vivarium alone, which is unique in Europe. A year-round excursion destination for families.
Tierpark Chemnitz09117 Chemnitz
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18.10.26 09:00 - 17:00 clock
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The magic reef
This animated film for children aged 6 and over shows an untouched tropical reef with a magical atmosphere - until disaster strikes. Two sea creatures want to save it. In the second part, the starry sky is shown and explained in a child-friendly way.
Minikosmos Lichtenstein09350 Lichtenstein/Sa.
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18.10.2611:00 clock14:00 clock16:00 clock
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MusicX-Tiny - MusicX - Early musical education
"MusicX-Tiny" invites children aged 1-5 and their parents to make music through play. Using simple instruments, the little ones discover sounds and rhythms together - guided by a theater teacher. Registration is possible, but not necessary.
MusicX Stollberg09366 Stollberg/Erzgeb.
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11.11.26 14:30 - 15:30 clock
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Crafting with Instruction
Under the expert guidance of florist Susann Feinermann, participants will create creative decorations and unique works of art. The craft day invites people of all ages to create together in a cozy atmosphere.
Der Flugplatz Jahnsdorf09387 Jahnsdorf/Erzgeb.
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14.11.26 13:00 - 16:00 clock
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Christmas crafts led by our florist, Susann Feinermann
A Creative Holiday Season for All Ages: Under the guidance of florist Susann Feinermann, participants will create unique Christmas crafts using a variety of materials. All necessary materials will be provided on site.
Der Flugplatz Jahnsdorf09387 Jahnsdorf/Erzgeb.
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14.11.26 13:00 - 16:00 clock
Teilnahme ab 7 Jahren
Bitte r entsprechend warm anziehen und Kleidung tragen die schmutzig werden darf.
Anmeldung: kontakt@karl-may-haus.de
Soapstone Workshop
Aus weichem Speckstein entstehen Tiere, Anhänger oder eigene Fantasieformen. Mit Raspeln und Schleifpapier arbeiten die Kinder Schritt für Schritt ihr persönliches Kunstwerk heraus und können es anschließend mit nach Hause nehmen.
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Karl-May-Begegnungsstätte09337 Hohenstein-Ernstthal
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14.11.26 14:00 - 16:00 clock
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Mini golf
There may well be more modern facilities, but hardly any that are so beautifully embedded in nature. Seating and shady trees make for a pleasant stay. Accessories are available at the snack bar during opening hours.
Indoor kart track at the Sachsenring
Motorsport fans can look forward to an exciting racing experience for the whole family on the indoor kart track. In eight modern karts and three children's karts (from 6 years), beginners and professionals can experience action-packed battles for position on a selective asphalt track.
Sachsenring - Fahrsicherheitszentrum am Sachsenring09353 Oberlungwitz
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18.10.26 14:00 - 18:00 clock 15:00 - 20:00 clock
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Open sports Sunday for families
Children and their parents are taught the joy of movement in a playful way. No prior knowledge is required to take part, you can simply join in. Please bring sneakers, exercise-friendly clothing and a water bottle.
Dr.-Salvador-Allende-Grundschule09119 Chemnitz
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18.10.26 09:30 - 11:30 clock
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