Hop into Easter: Family Fun in Geneva (2025 Edition) Spring has sprung in Geneva, and with it comes a basketful of Easter fun for families! Whether hunting for eggs in the park, meeting the Easter Bunny, or looking for creative workshops to keep little hands busy...

Spring is here, and so are all the new opportunities for a fun family time in Geneva! Here's Geneva's spring bucket list for families with children. Ready? Let's do it!LES HALLES DE LA JONCTION Opening: end of MarchThis fabulous urban space, by the river, and open in...

The secondhand market is growing, and more people are embracing the circular economy. But for parents, this is nothing new—passing down clothes, toys, and baby gear has always been a practical way to save money and reduce waste. Kids grow so fast that buying...

Why is it that kids always seem to get sick at the most inconvenient times? Night falls, the weekend begins, or it’s a holiday—and suddenly, your little one has a fever. And if they do get sick on a regular weekday, it feels like every paediatrician in town is fully...

Institut Florimont’s Bilingual KindergartenOpen Day January 29, 2025If you’re looking for a kindergarten that’s as nurturing as it is bilingual, I’ve got a place for you to check out – Institut Florimont. Their kindergarten is fully bilingual (French and English) and...

The holiday season in Geneva offers many enchanting activities and destinations for families, kids, and everybody else to immerse themselves in festive cheer. Here's a curated selection of the best Christmas activities in Geneva and around! Ready? Let's do it!1....

As the days grow shorter and the weather turns chilly, finding engaging indoor activities for children becomes essential. Museums offer a treasure trove of experiences that captivate young minds, making them ideal destinations during the colder months. From...

Summer is here to prove Geneva is not boring! The canton, the city, and other municipalities organize a lot of events, including fun things for kids. If we add the lake, paddling pools, and swimming pools on hot days, and all the fun summer trips and hikes to do -...

Save the date! On March 28th, at 16:30 Just Bloom is throwing the most entertaining Easter party for kids Geneva has ever seen. It will be a 2 hours long Easter party extravaganza with egg hunts, workshops, entertainers, make-up, and a paper confetti disco! Not to...

Geneva's schools will close for two weeks. If you're staying in Geneva during that time, this article is for you. It is filled with fun events and propositions of places to visit. If you prefer Easter-themed fun, there's plenty in this article. PS: there's also always...

Spring break and Easter holidays are here! If you're planning to be in Geneva around that time, rest assured there will be plenty of things to do and see in the region! This list below is all about Easter activities. The spring break propositions (without eggs or...

A new wave in children's swimming education is making a splash in Geneva (and Aubonne)! Let's welcome Aquababies! Innovative children's swim lessons for families seeking a blend of safety, fun, and tailored learning for their little ones. Founded in 1990 by the...

Whether your child is into soccer or not, this article is for you. Because Intersoccer is not about professional football and raising the next Ronaldo (well, not primarily). Soccer is more than just a sport – it's a teacher of life skills. Intersoccer emphasizes the...

December, here we come! Here's a list of fun Christmas-y things to do with your family in the region. It will be impossible to do everything, so plan wisely. Many of these events and places are open yearly, so don't worry if you miss out this time. You can always do...

Who wouldn't want to receive an answer to their letters to Santa? Every year thousands of children on both hemispheres write letters of wishes to Santa in hope, not only to get the gifts but also to hear back from the old man. Then, the parents already busy by...

"Geneva Daycares in Danger" is based on a conversation with Kristina Babina (founder of the TotUp Creche chain) and an email exchange with Mme ​​Sophie Demaurex (member of Geneva’s Grand Conseil, from the Partie Socialiste).We all know how hard it is to get a place in...

Once the warm weather goes into hiding and grey rainy days take over, one incredible thing can bring joy to both young and old - theatre! Luckily, we are blessed to have Simply Theatre in Geneva, bringing the excitement of British-style drama to the stage. Immerse...

Revolv Bikes is revolutionizing the way kids ride! Say goodbye to the stress of buying a bike that your child will outgrow in no time. They take care of everything, from hassle-free delivery to your doorstep to the seamless return process when your child is ready for...

Are you searching for Halloween activities for your kids or the entire family? Look no further, as Parentville has you covered! Geneva and the surrounding region are bustling with spooky events, including an exhilarating Halloween Festival! While trick-or-treating is...

If you haven’t heard about Simply Theatre by now (or heard but didn’t get into the details), stop now and read what I have to tell you. It’s an English-speaking Theatre with a performing arts Academy. You can see their shows in Versoix and Zurich or enrol your...

It’s sometimes hard to write a school review but not this time. I visited the TotUp school in Lancy, and I was increasingly in awe with every minute of the tour! Of course, we all have different ideas of what a great school is, and as I will try to make this article...

Time flies, kids grow up fast. Can we rely on our memory to grasp all that’s precious? Somewhat, probably. But photography is a great way to help our memory and this is why I have to tell you about Anna de Wit and her unique family photo session. Psst: Mother’s Day is...

Language camps can be joyful and fun for kids of all ages! Spell Languages makes sure children immerse in the language while having the best time ever - after all, summer is all about playing and having a great time! These camps are so fabulous, many kids end up...

Fun things are happening this Easter in Geneva and around! Especially for families with kids of all ages! Even for those who don't celebrate Easter, there are fun spring-related outings that will fill you with joy! Ready? Let's do it!Festichoc,24-26 march, Versoix...

The February springtime is over. It looks like skiing is mostly over too. Let's welcome the cold and unpredictable March with a warm hello. Why? Finally, a month without school holidays! And a month of some exciting events in Geneva! Ready? Let's do it!TITEUF...

Staying in Geneva over the February holidays and wondering what to do? Parentville to the rescue! Traditional winter activities (sledging, skiing, and snowman building) are looking less and less possible as snow is melting fast. But! There's so much more to do. Ready?...

The new year is here! It starts with weather that goes from spring to winter and autumn in between. This means it is problematic to plan the usual winter fun, like sledging. But hey! Parentville's got you covered. In this article, I gathered the best events happening...

Geneva lights up not only for Christmas. No, no, no. The end of January marks the start of the Geneva Lux Festival. It will last till 05.02.2023. Illuminated pieces of art in the streets of Geneva are a perfect reason to dress warmly and make good use of the early...

This year started with record-high temperatures. For many families, this end-of-the-year holiday has always meant sledging and snowman-building somewhere in the nearby mountains. This year it's only possible if you're up for driving farther and higher. But! There's a...

I was talking to my British friend the other day about our families' Christmas traditions. The amount of singular dishes that traditionally have to be placed on the Christmas table got a bit of a giggle, but it was the hay placed under the tablecloth that got her...

Christmas family starts now! Use this article to plan outings to step into the Christmas season. There is something here for everyone, for all ages. There are shows to see, parks to visit, and places to enjoy! Ready? Let's do it! NOEL AU JARDINNovember 17 – December...

October holidays are tricky for staycation planning - it's only one week, the weather is tricky, and gosh it's the whole week. For those of you who would like to explore new places and use this week for some fun outings. I compiled a list of resources already...

This article is dedicated to all Muslim women and girls in the Parentville community and those who want to understand a bit more. At the bottom of the text, you’ll find propositions of childrens books about on religious tolerance.OH, THE IRONY. By now, the whole world...

Are you looking for fun Halloween activities in Geneva? Then you're in the right place! Well. Assuming you're looking for Halloween in Geneva events in 2022, that is. My Halloween hunt for events will continue, and I will be adding them to the events calendar - check...

The first of the summer, the last of the school year - June is a busy and exciting month. Rest assured that between booking the summer camps and hunting for gifts for teachers, there is a lot of fun ahead! I will now spare you a prolonged blah blah blah kind of intro...

У школах Женеви звикли мати дітей, які не володіють французькою. Діти в Женеві ідуть до школи приблизно 20 серпня, коли їм виповнюється чотири роки. Діти, народжені з серпня до грудня, починають навчатися через рік після тих, хто народився з січня до липня. Перший...

Ludotheques «Іграшкотеки» – це бібліотеки іграшок з ігровими зонами. Прийти та погратися в будь-якій із цих «іграшкотек» кантону можна цілком безкоштовно. Щоб орендувати іграшки, потрібно сплатити абонентську плату в розмірі 30 швейцарських франків на рік. Можна...

Spring is here, it will get hot soon, the sun will shine and hopefully, the viruses will give us a break. As always, spring marks the beginning of fun events in Geneva. But enough of this blah, blah, blah. Let's see what's on this month for families in Geneva! Ready?...

Oksana Petersen from Nutrition Right is back on Parentville with simple, tasty and healthy recipes that can be prepared with kids. Enjoy and bon apetit! Easter just came and went leaving behind the chocolate egg wrappers. We all enjoyed one or two chocolate eggs, but...

Knock On Wood - remember this name, because sooner or later your kids will want to create with wood. Or you will want them to discover the wooden world from scratch. How cool would it be for them to have a wooden game made with their own hands? The satisfaction that...

A bit of sun, a bit of snow 0 this is how April rolls! Let's see what's up this month in Geneva. There are festivals, exhibitions, and fun shows! It's a month full of celebrations: Ramadan, Easter, Passover, and Orthodox Easter! What a feast! In this article, I'll...

This Guide, in English and French, is for you whether you would like to host people in need from Ukraine, or if you would like to provide general help, support hosts, or get involved in any way. Inside you'll find practical information and more! There are two links to...

The ongoing help for Ukraine and people escaping the war in this country is extraordinary! Most of the people from Ukraine flee to Poland and citizens of this country have been doing an amazing job - it's a nationwide humanitarian action on all fronts. Forgive me for...

Hey, hey! How are you? We have just finished with December festivities and boom, February school break is coming up! I prepared a whole other article with propositions for the school holidays (link at the bottom of this page). Here, let's see what's up in Geneva in...