Uke 18 — (2–3 mai)

Lørdag / Saturday 9–17°C, some rain during the day.
Søndag / Sunday 8–15°C, cloudy but dry.

🎉 Special — 1. mai / Arbeidernes dag (Friday)

Toget — Youngstorget → Karl Johans gate
1. mai-toget går fra Youngstorget kl. 12:50 og går opp langs Karl Johans gate til Universitetsgata og tilbake til Youngstorget via Grensen.
Traditional Labour Day parade with marching bands — Friday 12:50
Age: All ages · Price: Free · Link: event info

Ukens høydepunkt / This weekend’s top pick

Pippi på sirkus
Det Norske Teatret — Saturday 15:00 & 18:00 / Sunday 16:00
Fun circus show with Pippi — a classic for kids.
Age: 3+ · Paid · Link: Theatre programme
⚠️ Very few tickets left

Vitenshitshow
Trikkestallen — Sunday 13:00
Wild and slightly absurd science show — fun for curious kids.
Age: 4–12 · Paid · Link: egalteater.no

Ute og gratis / Outdoor & free

Siden været blir bedre denne helgen, her er noen fine steder å være ute.
With warmer weather this weekend, here are a few nice outdoor spots.

More outdoor playgrounds and water spots — see the full guide:
https://helgmedbarn.no/osloguide/

Sørenga sjøbad
📍 Bjørvika
A popular swimming area in the city with piers, steps and space to play.
Alder / Age: alle / all · Gratis / Free
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Huk strand
📍 Bygdøy
A family-friendly beach with sand and great swimming spots.
Alder / Age: alle / all · Gratis / Free
🗺️ View on map

Sognsvann
📍 Nordmarka
An easy-to-reach lake with swimming spots and picnic areas.
Alder / Age: alle / all · Gratis / Free
🗺️ View on map

Inne og gratis / Free indoor activities

Deichman bibliotek — Barnas lørdag
Calabash Tales
Deichman Tøyen — Saturday 13:00–14:00
Storytelling, music and rhythm in a warm and inclusive performance inspired by West African traditions.
Age: 3+ · Price: Free ·Link: Programme

Yoga & lesestund
Deichman Grünerløkka — Saturday 13:00–13:45
Storytime and gentle yoga helping children explore emotions and relax.
Age: 3+ · Free · Link: Programme

Fnugg (filmvisning)
Deichman Bjørvika — Saturday & Sunday 12:00 & 14:00
Animated adventure about a boy and a magical creature helping him walk again.
Age: 6+ · Free (registration) · Link: Saturday 12:00, Saturday 14:00.

Matematisk lekotek
Deichman Lambertseter — Saturday 12:00–14:00
Playful math games and activities for young children.
Age: 4–6 · Free · Link: Programme

Blomsterverksted
Deichman Røa — Saturday 12:00–14:00
Make colourful pipe cleaner flowers to wear or display at home.
Age: 4+ · Free · Link: Programme

👉 More Deichman events this weekend → deichman.no/hva-skjer

Barnas Verksted & Storytime Ballet
Sentralen
Saturday & Sunday 11:00 — Barnas Verksted
Saturday 12:00 — Storytime Ballet (in English)
Age: 2–6 · Free · Link: Programme

Board Game Afternoon for Kids
Nabolagshuset Petersborg — Saturday 12:00–14:00
Relaxed afternoon with board games, crafts and activities for families.
Age: 5+ · Free · Link: Facebook

Matinékonsert
Oslo domkirke — Saturday 12:00
Choral concert with young singers in a beautiful cathedral setting.
Age: All ages · Free · Link: Programme

Teater & kino / Theatre & cinema

Ronja Røverdatter
Trikkestallen — Saturday 14:00 / Sunday 16:00
A magical forest adventure about courage, freedom and growing up.
Age: 3+ · Paid · Link: Ticket info

Eventyr i Arktis
Cinemateket Oslo — Saturday 15:00
Arctic adventure film about a journey to the North Pole.
Age: 6+ · Paid · Link: Programme

Horton redder en Hvem
Cinemateket Oslo — Sunday 14:00
Animated adventure about a brave elephant saving a tiny hidden world.
Age: 6+ · Paid · Link: Programme

Museer / Museums

Norsk Teknisk Museum
Family programme — Saturday & Sunday, 10:00–17:00
Weekend activities, workshops and science shows for kids.
Age: All ages · Free <4 · Link: Museum programme

Naturhistorisk museum
Family programme — Saturday & Sunday, 11:00–15:30
Short guided tours about dinosaurs, animals and nature.
Age: 5+ · Free <5· Link: Museum programme

Norsk Maritimt Museum
Maritime history with family workshops and boat activities.
Alder / Age: 4+ · Free < 17 · Museum programme

Norsk Folkemuseum
Long-playing game (Langeleik demo) — Saturday & Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 
Live folk music demonstration of the traditional Norwegian langeleik.
Age: All ages · Free < 17 · Link: Programme

Rolig helg / Something calmer

Handwerk Botaniske
Saturdays & Sundays kl.10.00 - 16.00
Family-friendly café. Cosy café in the middle of Oslo's Botanical Gardens, with a large outdoor terrace.
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Kampen Økologiske Barnebondegård
Sundays 12:00 -15:00
A small organic farm in the city where kids can meet animals like goats, sheep and chickens.
Alder / Age: alle / all · Gratis / Free
🗺️ View on map

Titt-tei Kafé og lekerom
Sundays 10:00 – 17:00
Café with a dedicated playroom for kids.
Alder / Age: alle / all · Paid.
🗺️ View on map

Neste uke / Coming up

Plutselig Barneteater
Sentralen —  9. mai. Saturday 12:00
Improvised theatre where kids help shape the story live on stage.
Age: All ages · Paid · Link: Programme

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See you in Uke 19.