Free parking in Venlo?
In October, November, and December, you can park for free on Saturdays and Sundays and conveniently take the free shuttle bus to the city center.
Click here for all the informationMuseums, theaters and more with the kids
Who says culture is boring? In Venlo, that's not the case! Discover the museums and theaters that Venlo has to offer. Because there is always something to learn and discover here
Kids and culture in Venlo: a golden combination
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Creative discovery at the Museum van Bommel van Dam
Go on an artistic adventure together at the Museum van Bommel van Dam. In the creative Upper Room, children step into the mind of an artist, gather images from the collection, and create their own inspiration booklet. With the VBVD Activity Book, they explore the exhibitions in a playful way and learn to look at art differently. Be inspired by the works of artists like Yasser Ballemans, Sigrid Calon, and Pavèl van Houten and get creative yourself.
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Discovering with the museum bag
Turn a visit to the Limburgs Museum into an interactive adventure with the museum bag. With various tasks, a die, hourglass, and binoculars, children discover the museum in their own way. No fixed route, but choosing, observing, discovering, and discussing together the unique stories behind the collection.
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Art in, from and from Limburg
In the Limburgs Museum, not only do you feast your eyes, but you can also actively participate in their exhibitions about Limburg through the years. You go from prehistoric times to the Bronze Age and meanwhile also learn about all the festivals in Limburg. Because we are the best at that! Are you too?
With the whole family
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Party!
Ontdek in het Limburgs Museum alle feesten die in onze provincie gevierd worden
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Ethnographic Collection of the Mission Museum
Discover remarkable objects and stories from cultures all around the world
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Natural History Collection of the Mission Museum
Come face to face with extraordinary animals, thousands of insects, and the iconic bear Joseph.
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SeeÂing Sounds
What if you could also see music? In the exhibition Seeing Sounds at the van Bommel van Dam museum, you will discover the work of four artists from different generations for whom music is more than a subject: it is a way to imagine freedom.Yet something remains unseen until you listen. Take a seat at one of the vinyl stations, browse, choose, listen, and experience how music changes your view on the artworks of Raafat Ballan, Sedje Hémon, Sam Middleton, and Dion Rosina. An invitation to look with both eyes and ears!
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Mar
Material Memories – Marie-Claire Messouma Manlanbien
A new series of exhibitions by international rising stars.
Music
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Aug
Zomerparkfeest
Enjoy four days of music, theater, and culture during the free Summer Park Festival in Julianapark.
Catch a movie?
For a nice afternoon (or evening!) out, you're in the right place at Citycinema. Enjoy the funniest, coolest, most exciting, and most enjoyable films with a tasty tub of popcorn in hand!
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In Steyl and Tegelen, there is plenty to experience!
Step into a real airplane, discover tropical countries, get creative with clay, or dress up as a brave archer. Here, you learn about art, culture, and the world around you in a playful way, perfect for curious children and their parents.
Explore, play, and discover in Arcen
Kasteeltuinen Arcen has it all! History, nature, fun for play, and with a bit of imagination, you travel through time and visit gardens all over the world. Visit the centuries-old castle or go on a quest and discovery tour through the gardens!
Discover Arcen Castle Gardens
Children free to the theater and museum!
The Maaspoort and Museum Van Bommel van Dam have a wonderful initiative allowing children (and young people) to experience art and theater for free. Children also have free access to the Ceramics Museum Tiendschuur in Tegelen and in July and August to the castle gardens of Arcen.
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- met de hele familie
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