FamilieFest: Outliers
What if we were allowed to do things the way we would really like to and change all the rules along the way? This edition of FamilieFest is all about the exhibition SIDELINED: A Space to Rethink Togetherness, where you discover how play, imagination and collaboration can reshape the world. Through different workshops and activities, you get to question, explore, create and play along or be the one who rocks the boat.
21 October 2026 08:00 - 14:00
Untangle Together
Can you make your way around a life-sized buzz wire without touching the rope? Make your own handle and take on the course with family or friends. To reach the finish, you’ll need to work together.
Switch Up (7+)
Play Multiform, a unique team game in which the teams are constantly changing. During the game, you’ll switch sides and your opponent might suddenly become your teammate. How do you play when you keep ending up on a different team?
Make your own team
Are you Team Slow, Team Chaos or maybe Team Sour? Create your own team, come up with a name, symbol and slogan, and make a giant team banner. You can do this on your own or together with family and friends. Who knows, you might even pick up some new teammates along the way!
The Trophy for…
There are prizes for all kinds of things, but not for everything that makes someone special. Think of someone who deserves a trophy and what they deserve it for. Then design a unique trophy just for them. Finished? Of course, you’ll have to present it during a festive award ceremony!
FamilieFest
FamilieFest is an event that takes place at the Nieuwe Instituut in every school holiday, and you and your family are invited! It’s a day filled with educational workshops and fun activities for children from 4-12 years old. Each edition is organised around one theme, such as solar energy or magical realms. Will you join us on this adventure?
Language: Dutch/English | Location: Nieuwe Instituut | Tickets: € 4,50 or free with a Rotterdampas or Museum pass
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