📍Basler Papiermühle, St. Alban-Tal 37, Basel (BS)
🕒13:00–16:45
📝Letter-stamping workshop for children, teenagers and adults; included in museum admission; no registration required.
SATURDAY, 31.Oct.2026
20
🎨 🛠️ 𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗦-𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗨𝗡
🎭 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗥𝗘 & 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗦
🎨 𝗔𝗥𝗧 & 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗬
🎬 𝗖𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗠𝗔
📚 𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦
👨👩👧👦 𝗔𝗡𝗬𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗙𝗨𝗡
🐥 𝗚𝗨𝗚𝗨 𝗣𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗦
SUNDAY, 01.Nov.2026
21
🎨 🛠️ 𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗦-𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗨𝗡
🎭 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗥𝗘 & 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗦
⚽ 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦 & 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗗𝗢𝗢𝗥
🎨 𝗔𝗥𝗧 & 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗬
🎵 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖
🎬 𝗖𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗠𝗔
📚 𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦
👨👩👧👦 𝗔𝗡𝗬𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗙𝗨𝗡
🐥 𝗚𝗨𝗚𝗨 𝗣𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗦
Please verify all event details directly with the event organiser’s official listing before going.
22–30.Oct.2026
50
✈️TRAVEL
CHF 42
CHF 7040% OFF
CHF 90
CHF 11622% OFF
CHF 142
CHF 18925% OFF
CHF 259
CHF 33022% OFF
CHF 90
CHF 16044% OFF
👶BABY GEAR
CHF 99
CHF 15034% OFF
CHF 149
CHF 24038% OFF
CHF 189
CHF 26027% OFF
CHF 219
CHF 36039% OFF
CHF 279
CHF 38027% OFF
CHF 99
CHF 16038% OFF
CHF 169
CHF 22023% OFF
CHF 399
CHF 60033% OFF
🍼NURSERY
CHF 22
CHF 3537% OFF
CHF 28
CHF 4031% OFF
CHF 31
CHF 4531% OFF
CHF 89
CHF 13936% OFF
CHF 99
CHF 14934% OFF
CHF 128
CHF 16924% OFF
CHF 165
CHF 33050% OFF
CHF 199
CHF 30034% OFF
👕CLOTHES
@ Tchibo
Two black pairs; article 207917; select available child size
CHF 13
CHF 2035% OFF
@ Tchibo
Black; article 208235; select available child size
CHF 13
CHF 1828% OFF
CHF 15
CHF 2540% OFF
@ Tchibo
Grey-green with reflective bear print; article 206514
CHF 16
CHF 2330% OFF
@ Tchibo
Light pink Barbie print; article 212098; select available child size
CHF 15
CHF 2540% OFF
@ Tchibo
Hot Wheels print; article 212864; select available child size
Provider link currently opens the Barbie variant. Check the Hot Wheels selection before ordering.
CHF 19
CHF 3037% OFF
CHF 20
CHF 3033% OFF
👟SHOES
CHF 30
CHF 5545% OFF
CHF 50
CHF 7533% OFF
CHF 30
CHF 4533% OFF
CHF 40
CHF 6538% OFF
CHF 40
CHF 7043% OFF
CHF 50
CHF 7533% OFF
CHF 50
CHF 7533% OFF
CHF 50
CHF 6523% OFF
CHF 60
CHF 9537% OFF
CHF 70
CHF 9022% OFF
🧸TOYS
CHF 65
CHF 10538% OFF
CHF 65
CHF 9934% OFF
CHF 72
CHF 10028% OFF
CHF 72
CHF 19062% OFF
CHF 79
CHF 17054% OFF
CHF 89
CHF 18051% OFF
CHF 99
CHF 20050% OFF
CHF 149
CHF 28047% OFF
CHF 179
CHF 49964% OFF
🪑FURNITURE
@ Conforama
Natural wood; 50 × 90 × 95 cm; reference 593220; delivery approximately 5 weeks
CHF 120
CHF 15020% OFF
49SCHOOL ↗
@ Conforama
Oak effect; 48.5 × 109.3 × 75.6 cm; reference 591414; delivery approximately 5 weeks
CHF 120
CHF 15020% OFF
@ XXXLutz
White/black; 140 × 200 cm; article 0345015007; mattress/slatted base excluded; delivery 7–8 weeks + CHF 129
CHF 580
CHF 82930% OFF
Checked 22.Oct.2026 · Prices exclude delivery. Select an available size where applicable. Reconfirm prices and availability with the retailer.
22–30.Oct.2026
24
🚆TRAINS
@ SBB · Switzerland
📅 Permanent tariff · no comparable REF
📝 1 child 6–15 · 2nd class · 1 day · GA network · ID/SwissPass
CHF 19FAMILY OFFER
@ SBB · Switzerland
📅 Permanent tariff · journey-dependent savings
📝 1 child 6–15 · 1 year · accompanying parent needs valid ticket · third child onwards free with two existing cards
CHF 30FAMILY OFFER
@ SBB · Switzerland
📅 Permanent tariff · journey-dependent savings
📝 1 child 6–15 + named companion 16+ · 1 year · companion needs valid ticket · separate card per pairing
CHF 30FAMILY OFFER
✈️FLIGHTS
Basel–Zagreb · 21–22 Nov 2026 ↗
Ryanair / Lauda · 2 adults + 1 child
🛫 Sat 21 Nov · 19:55–21:25
🛬 Sun 22 Nov · 07:10–08:45
🧳 Small bag 40×30×20 cm · Overnight only
⚠️ Outbound fare / return-trip total not shown
CHF 30RETURN LEG / PERSON3 pax: CHF 89
Basel–Zagreb · 21–23 Nov 2026 ↗
Ryanair / Lauda · 2 adults + 1 child
🛫 Sat 21 Nov · 19:55–21:25
🛬 Mon 23 Nov · 05:50–07:25
🧳 Small bag 40×30×20 cm · Sunday in Zagreb
⚠️ Outbound fare / return-trip total not shown
CHF 54RETURN LEG / PERSON3 pax: CHF 161
🏨HOTELS
No verified offers.
🎢THEME PARKS & ATTRACTIONS
@ Hello Family · Flawil
📅 Current benefit · end unstated
📝 Family ticket · max. 5 people/2 adults · children 6–16 · Hello Family proof; online code = first four Supercard digits · free tickets also required for ages 0–5
CHF 31
CHF 3920% OFF
🏊WATER PARKS & INDOOR PLAY
@ aquabasilea · Pratteln
📅 Birthday itself
📝 Priced basis: child 6–15 · weekday Badewelt day admission · valid ID · sauna/Hamam extra
Free
CHF 43100% OFF
@ Hello Family · Pfäffikon SZ
📅 Current benefit · end unstated
📝 2 adults + 2 children 6–15 · day admission · Hello Family proof · cashier or code HxF25p26Y2LB · renovation; partial closures possible
CHF 134
CHF 17825% OFF
@ Hello Family · Le Bouveret
📅 Current benefit · end unstated
📝 2 adults 14+ + 2 children 6–13 · day admission · Hello Family login/QR at cashier · slides from 107 cm · Booster Loop CHF 3 extra
CHF 132
CHF 17625% OFF
@ Hello Family · Pfäffikon SZ
📅 Current benefit · end unstated
📝 1 child 2–10 · Hello Family app · CASH ONLY · no stacking · adult admission CHF 6 extra
CHF 13
CHF 1620% OFF
🦁ZOOS, MUSEUMS & CINEMA
@ AQUATIS · Lausanne
📅 Current ticket · end unstated
📝 2 adults 21+ + 3 children 5–15 · REF = matching individual tickets · VAT included
CHF 85
CHF 11526% OFF
@ Hello Family · Rapperswil
📅 Season through 01.Nov.2026
📝 1 paying adult + 1 child 4–15 · Hello Family app at main cashier · child admission free
CHF 23
CHF 3228% OFF
@ Knies Kinderzoo · Rapperswil
📅 Through 01.Nov.2026 · 17:00–18:00 · last entry 17:30
📝 2 adults + 2 children 4–15 · REF = regular full-day admission · shorter visit
CHF 24
CHF 6463% OFF
@ Hello Family · Kerzers
📅 Current benefit · end unstated
📝 2 adults + 2 children 4–15 · Hello Family app · cashier only · closed 25.Dec/01.Jan · parking CHF 4/car extra
CHF 54
CHF 6820% OFF
@ Kunstmuseum Basel
📅 Recurring benefit · no matched REF
📝 Tue/Thu/Fri 17:00–18:00; Wed 17:00–20:00; first Sunday monthly · all ages · holidays excluded · special exhibitions excluded
FreeFAMILY OFFER
@ Kunstmuseum Basel
📅 Wed 17:00–20:00; first Sunday monthly
📝 1 adult 20+ · reduced admission window · child tariffs separate
CHF 16
CHF 3047% OFF
@ Museum der Kulturen Basel
📅 First Sunday monthly; last opening hour Tue–Sat
📝 2 adults + 2 children ≤12 · all exhibitions · selected events may carry supplements
Free
CHF 32100% OFF
@ Verkehrshaus · Lucerne
📅 25.Oct.2026 ONLY
📝 2 adults + 2 children 6–15 · MUSEUM admission · additional attractions excluded
Free
CHF 106100% OFF
@ Hello Family · Lucerne
📅 Current benefit · end unstated
📝 2 adults + 2 children 6–15 · museum only · Hello Family proof; online code HFCVHS521XDM · day pass excluded · no stacking
CHF 85
CHF 10620% OFF
🏔️MOUNTAIN & OUTDOOR
@ Rigi
📅 Permanent child benefit · no matched REF
📝 Children ≤15 with adult · adult ticket extra · six participating railways only · schools/clubs excluded
FreeFAMILY OFFER
@ TITLIS
📅 Current benefit · operating timetable applies
📝 1 child 6–15 · Engelberg–TITLIS return · linked paying adult + existing SBB child travelcard; new card CHF 30/year · free child ticket: valley cashier/machine · Ice Flyer and other paid activities separate
Free
CHF 51100% OFF
🍽️FAMILY DINING
@ Migros-Restaurant Zürich
📅 Birthday itself · current benefit
📝 1 child through age 10 · Famigros app + child ID · participating Genossenschaft Migros Zürich restaurants · meal/drink/fruit or ice cream
Free
CHF 8100% OFF
@ tibits · Switzerland
📅 Sundays until 14:30
📝 Illustrative child age 5 · tariff CHF 2 × age through 12 · Brunch Light adult CHF 49 extra · age tariff, no like-for-like REF
CHF 10FAMILY OFFER
@ IKEA Switzerland
📅 Current offer · end unstated
📝 1 child ≤12 · five meatballs + sides + fountain drink · Swiss Swedish Restaurants
CHF 3
CHF 540% OFF
🎨KIDS’ CLASSES & CAMPS
@ Kunstmuseum Basel · Hauptbau
📅 06/13/20.Dec.2026 · 10:00–16:00
📝 Families/all ages · art workshops · drop-in · no registration · free programme, no paid REF
FreeFAMILY OFFER
🎭ENTERTAINMENT
@ Basler Kindertheater
📅 24.Oct.2026 · 15:00
📝 1 adult + 1 child 4–14 · existing Familienpass · Swiss German · binding reservation · CASH ONLY · no stacking · new Familienpass CHF 30/year extra · same household + child ≤14 · residence BS/BL; SO Dorneck/Thierstein; AG Rheinfelden/Laufenburg
CHF 38
CHF 4821% OFF
Family configurations are illustrative. Reference comparisons use the stated ticket basis; timed admission differs where noted. CHF amounts and percentages are independently rounded. Membership and adult-ticket costs are additional where stated. Edition dates do not guarantee offer validity. Reconfirm prices and availability with the provider.
Everything you need for family life in Basel
RAINY-DAY IDEAS NEW16
INDOOR PLAY & FAMILY CAFÉS
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Price: Under 1 free; age 1 CHF 6; ages 2+ CHF 12
Age: 0–6 years
Indoor playground, toddler area, crawling space, family café, climbing
Price: Babies up to 8 months free; 9–17 months CHF 8; 18+ months CHF 11; adults CHF 4
Age: 0–6 years
Ball pit, slides, climbing, toddler-friendly play, imaginative play
Price: First child CHF 8; second child CHF 6; adults free
Age: Babies, toddlers & preschoolers
Family café, indoor play, creative workshops, children’s activities, parent meet-ups
Price: CHF 5–12 per child, depending on age and day
Age: Toddlers & younger children
Interactive children’s museum, imaginative play, exploration, creative activities
ACTIVE INDOOR PLAYGROUNDS
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Price: Until walking free; walking to under 2 CHF 8; ages 2–15 CHF 15; adults CHF 5
Age: 0–16 years
Multi-level climbing, trampolines, ball pits, obstacle courses, baby crawling area, parents’ lounge
Price: Ages 12–23 months CHF 5; ages 2–16 CHF 18; adults CHF 7
Age: 1–16 years
Giant indoor playground, slides, climbing structures, ball pits, toddler play area
Price: Ages 1–2 CHF 5; ages 2–16 CHF 18; adults CHF 5
Age: 2–14+ years
Trampolines, Ninja course, donut slides, climbing volcano, indoor football, non-slip socks required
Price: CHF 5 for 1–3 children during family sessions
Age: Kindergarten age to 12 years
1,000 m² play space, climbing, jumping, hammocks, imaginative play, designated family sessions
Price: Play area: CHF 10 per child (3+), CHF 7 per adult; family bouldering: CHF 5 per child (3–12), CHF 20 per adult
Age: All ages for play area; bouldering from 3 years with adult supervision
Indoor climbing walls, movement playground, climbing challenges, family bistro, toddler-friendly play area, book arrival slot for play area
BOWLING & INDOOR GAMES
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Price: CHF 45 per lane/hour; up to 6 players; shoes included
Age: Approx. 5–14 years (suggested); children under 12 accompanied
14 bowling lanes, HyperBowling, child-friendly ball ramps, games area, toddler area, reservations recommended
INTERACTIVE MUSEUMS & DISCOVERY
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Price: Under 13 free; ages 13–19 CHF 5; adults CHF 7 (permanent exhibitions)
Age: 4–14 years (suggested)
Dinosaurs, mammoths, fossils, wildlife, natural history, free-entry periods
Price: Under 16 free; adults CHF 14
Age: 3–12 years (suggested)
Interactive exhibits, historical toys, play culture, local history, family discovery
Price: Ages 4–13 CHF 10; ages 14+ CHF 14
Age: 4–14 years (suggested)
LEGO exhibitions, model displays, building corner, LEGO Technic, interactive displays
Price: Under 7 free; ages 7–17 CHF 12; adults CHF 15; family CHF 45
Age: 6–14 years (suggested)
Interactive science, energy experiments, electricity, climate learning, advance booking recommended
QUIET & BUDGET-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
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Price: Free to visit and browse
Age: All ages
Children’s books, picture books, family reading, storytelling, puppet theatre, creative programmes
INDOOR WATER FUN
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Price: Ages 3–5 CHF 13; ages 6–15 from CHF 31; adults from CHF 36 (2-hour weekday admission)
Age: All ages, with parental supervision
Indoor pools, water slides, aquatic play, family swimming, tropical atmosphere
EAT & DRINK
Brunch10
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Sunday · 10:00–14:00
Adults: CHF 27 à discrétion · drinks extra
Kids: No separate kids’ tariff published
Kids: No separate kids’ tariff published
Car-free Westfeld · outdoor play areas nearby
Vegetarian/vegan · spacious neighbourhood setting
Vegetarian/vegan · spacious neighbourhood setting
Sunday · 10:30–14:00
Adults: CHF 29
Kids: ≤4 free · 5–12 CHF 12
Kids: ≤4 free · 5–12 CHF 12
Large indoor playroom · family brunch
Supervised crafts · kids’ activities
Supervised crafts · kids’ activities
Sunday · 10:00–13:00
Adults/Kids: CHF 22–45 p.p. published range · no child tariff published
Huge playground · panoramic terrace
Garden · nature · room to run
Garden · nature · room to run
Sunday · 10:00–12:30
Adults: CHF 33
Kids: ≤6 CHF 6 · 6–12 CHF 15
Kids: ≤6 CHF 6 · 6–12 CHF 15
Kids’ pasta · relaxed family setting
Terrace · St. Alban-Tal · riverside stroll
Terrace · St. Alban-Tal · riverside stroll
Selected Sundays · 10:00–12:00
Adults: CHF 35 from age 15
Kids: <2 free · 2–14 = CHF 2 × age
Kids: <2 free · 2–14 = CHF 2 × age
Kids’ play corner · cosy family setting
Vegetarian buffet · vegan options
Vegetarian buffet · vegan options
1st Sunday/month · from 10:00
Adults: CHF 38.50
Kids: ≤3 free · 4–12 CHF 20
Kids: ≤3 free · 4–12 CHF 20
Large private garden · park setting
Outdoor space · relaxed family atmosphere
Outdoor space · relaxed family atmosphere
Saturday · 09:00–14:00
Adults: CHF 39 buffet · CHF 50 upgraded brunch
Kids: No reduced child brunch tariff published
Kids: No reduced child brunch tariff published
Kids’ books · games · drawing materials
Highchairs · changing table · indoor option
Highchairs · changing table · indoor option
Sunday · 09:00–15:00 · last entry 13:00
Adults: CHF 42
Kids: 4–13 = CHF 8 + age
Kids: 4–13 = CHF 8 + age
Spacious hall · kids’ play area
Vegan · vegetarian · allergy-friendly options
Vegan · vegetarian · allergy-friendly options
Sunday · 09:00–14:00
Adults: CHF 45
Kids: ≤4 free · age 5 CHF 11.50 · +CHF 3/year up to 14
Kids: ≤4 free · age 5 CHF 11.50 · +CHF 3/year up to 14
Indoor play corner · 1,000 m² playground
Highchairs · changing facilities · kids’ portions
Highchairs · changing facilities · kids’ portions
2nd Sunday/month · 10:00–14:00
Adults: CHF 49
Kids: ≤6 CHF 2 × age · 7–12 CHF 18
Kids: ≤6 CHF 2 × age · 7–12 CHF 18
Playground · terrace · green surroundings
Tierpark next door · family outing
Tierpark next door · family outing
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DEDICATED PLAY CAFÉS
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Toddlers–preschoolers
Dedicated play / experience area, especially suitable for younger children
Toddlers–preschoolers
Small, calmer play area with toys, painting & playhouse
0–6 yrs
Baby / soft-play area for 0–18 months + larger play area for preschool children
Toddlers & young children
Dedicated indoor playroom with climbing / play structure
Approx. 1–12 yrs
Broad play offering for younger and older children
Approx. 2–10 yrs
Indoor playground / family café concept, some activities up to 12 yrs
FAMILY-FRIENDLY CAFÉS
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All ages
Spacious and family-friendly, dedicated kids’ play area
All ages
Highchairs, changing facilities, colouring materials & a large selection of table games
Toddlers–early primary
Smaller kids’ corner / play offering rather than a large dedicated play area
BEST FOR CAFÉ + NEARBY PLAYGROUND
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Toddlers–primary school
Nearby Schwarzpark / playground is the main advantage rather than an indoor play area
BIRTHDAY
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INDOOR PLAY
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Age: Babies & kids; adult tariff from 16
Indoor play; birthday packages available.
Age: Children of all ages
Indoor play centre; dedicated birthday packages available.
Age: 1–16
Toddler area plus larger play attractions; birthday packages available.
Age: 1+; main attractions 3+
Separate toddler area for approx. ages 1–3; birthday packages available.
Age: 1+
Indoor play centre; birthday packages available.
Age: Kindergarten age–12
Birthday rental possible during dedicated slots; regular open-play sessions are not for birthday parties.
ACTIVE & SPORTS
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Age: All ages*
Trampoline birthday packages; younger children require accompanying/supervising adults depending on age.
Age: 4+
Active/movement-based birthday party programme.
Age: 5+
Children’s bouldering birthday parties available.
ANIMALS & NATURE
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Age: 6+
Organised children’s birthday experience at the zoo; advance booking required.
ART & CREATIVITY
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Age: 6+
Creative museum birthday programme; group-size restrictions apply.
Age: Various ages
Creative painting birthday parties; activities can be adapted to children’s ages.
THEATRE & THEMED PARTIES
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Age: 4+
Theatre-based children’s birthday option.
Age: Various ages
Themed children’s birthday parties with multiple party themes.
DISCOVERY & MUSEUMS
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Age: 5+ / 7+ depending on theme
Several museum birthday programmes; dinosaur birthday is 7+.
Age: 5+ / 8+ depending on programme
Different hands-on birthday workshops with programme-specific minimum ages.
Age: 6+
Guided/creative children’s birthday programmes at the museum.
COOKING & BAKING
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Age: 5–11
Baking/chocolate-themed children’s birthday activities.
ADVENTURE & PUZZLES
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Age: 8+ hunt / 12+ escape room
Interactive hunt for younger children; escape-room option from 12.
OUTDOOR
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Age: All ages
Large public park with playgrounds; DIY birthday, no organised birthday package.
Age: All ages
Playground, lawns and water-play facilities; DIY birthday, no organised birthday package.
Age: All ages
Large park and playground; DIY birthday, no organised birthday package.
AND THE BONUS OPTION…
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Age: All ages 😄
No booking, no closing time… but cleanup is on you! 🧹😂
SEASONAL PICKS
Herbstmesse Delicacies NEW21
Herbstmesse with Kids | Must-Try Treats & Food
Little bites, sweet memories… 🐥🍭
From traditional Basler sweets to warm, cheesy favourites — discover what to taste with your little Mäss fans!
TRADITIONAL MÄSS SWEETS
01Mässmogge
Colourful hard sweets; plain or hazelnut-filled
Barfüsserplatz
02Magenbrot
Soft, spiced gingerbread; sweet glaze
Barfüsserplatz
03Rosekiechli
Crispy, flower-shaped fried pastry; powdered sugar
Petersplatz and Barfüsserplatz
04Rahmtäfeli
Traditional Swiss cream-caramel sweets
Barfüsserplatz
05Gebrannte Mandeln
Roasted almonds; caramelised sugar
Barfüsserplatz
06Magenmorsellen
Traditional Basel confectionery
Barfüsserplatz
07Beggeschmütz
Chocolate-coated marshmallow-style treats; coconut
Barfüsserplatz
08Türkischer Honig / Nougat
Traditional fairground confectionery
Barfüsserplatz
Verified locations: Barfüsserplatz for items 01, 02, 04–08; Petersplatz and Barfüsserplatz for Rosekiechli.
FAIRGROUND SWEET TREATS
09Zuckerwatte
Fluffy cotton candy
10Lebkuchen
Decorated gingerbread; assorted shapes
11Schoggi-Fruchtspiesse
Fresh fruit skewers; chocolate coating
12Heisse Marroni
Warm roasted chestnuts
WARM & SAVOURY FAVOURITES
13Chäsbängel
Crispy baguette; hot fondue cheese
Petersplatz
14Raclette
Melted Swiss cheese
Petersplatz
15Senne-Hörnli
Alpine-style pasta
Petersplatz
16Hörnli & Ghackt’s
Pasta; minced meat sauce
Petersplatz
17Käsespätzli
Cheesy egg noodles; classic or variations
Barfüsserplatz
18Apfelstrudel
Warm apple pastry; vanilla sauce
Barfüsserplatz
19Steinofen-Pizza
Fresh stone-oven pizza
Barfüsserplatz
20Pasta im Parmesanlaib
Fresh pasta; Parmesan cheese wheel
Barfüsserplatz
21Brezeln
Freshly baked pretzels
Fairground classic; 2026 location unconfirmed
Food photos are illustrative; presentation may vary by stall. Photo credits: see linked sources.
© Martin Confiserie · Basel Tourismus · SRF / Nina Gygax · Basler Herbstmesse / Richterich & Rohner · Walliser Confiserie · Fortura · Lindt · Betty Bossi · Nau.ch · Migusto / Migros · Heisse Hütte · Gigi’s
Herbstmesse NEW7
24 Oct–8 Nov 2026 · Petersplatz until 10 Nov
Opening: 24 Oct, 12:00, Martinskirchplatz · Free entry; rides extra.
🎟️ Familienpass: 2–5 Nov 2026 · Discounts on participating rides for cardholders.
PETERSPLATZ
Hours: Daily 11:00–20:00
Double-decker carousel
Children’s train
Family obstacle course
4Dschungel Rallye
Jungle-themed children’s carousel
5Jumbolino
Children’s helicopter ride
Traditional crafts · 9 craft stands
«Pfeifen verboten!» · Daily 14:30 + 16:00 · 40 min · 5+ · Kids CHF 10 · Adults CHF 12 · No reservations
MÜNSTERPLATZ
Hours: Sun–Thu 12:00–22:00 · Fri–Sat 12:00–23:00
Ferris wheel
Children’s swan carousel
Giant slide
4Disco Jet
Spinning ride
5Route 66
Bumper cars
6Traumflug
Children’s flying ride
7Wellenflug
Swing carousel
8Geister-Burg
Ghost train · CHF 5/person
Fishing game
BARFÜSSERPLATZ
Hours: Sun–Thu 12:00–22:00 · Fri–Sat 12:00–23:00
Children’s carousel
2Calypso
Classic spinning ride · «Härzlibahn»
17 m drop tower
Duck fishing game
ROSENTALANLAGE
Hours: Sun–Thu 11:00–22:00 · Fri–Sat 11:00–23:00
Horse carousel with concert organ · CHF 3/ride
Mini bumper cars and motorcycles
3Break Dance NO 1
Spinning ride
4Dance Jumper
Spinning and bouncing ride
5Pegasus
Thrill ride
6NEWHexen-Flieger
40 m swing carousel
7La Sauterelle
Bouncing carousel
8NEWDiscooter
Bumper cars · 24 cars
Duck fishing game
Can throwing · Kids: extra ball + consolation prize
MESSEPLATZ
Hours: Sun–Thu 11:00–22:00 · Fri–Sat 11:00–23:00
Children’s train
Mechanical pony ride
3Snow-Dream
Himalaya-style ride
4Polyp
Spinning ride
5Maxximum2
Inverting thrill ride · 52 m · Minimum height: 140 cm
6Twist ’N Fly
Globi-themed family carousel
7NEWGravity
80 m drop tower
Camel racing game
HALLENMESSE — HALLE 1
Hours: Sun–Thu 12:00–22:00 · Fri–Sat 12:00–23:00
1Allotria
Two-storey obstacle walk-through
2American-Scooter
Bumper cars
3Dragon
Family roller coaster · 3+
4Etagen Rally
Two-storey children’s vehicle carousel
5Insider
Spinning ride · CHF 6
6Original Wiener Prater Geisterbahn
Historic double-decker ghost train · CHF 4/person
7Scorpion
Family ride · Three moving axes
8Simulateur Fx-2
Virtual ride simulator
9Spider-Bungy
Bungy attraction
10Tagada The Show
Rotating, bouncing disc ride
11Waterball
Walk-on-water balls · CHF 10
12X-Factory
Swinging ride · CHF 5
Children’s duck fishing
Ball throwing
Game stall
KASERNENAREAL
Hours: Sun–Thu 12:00–22:00 · Fri–Sat 12:00–23:00
Children’s carousel
Family ride
3Crazy Hotel
Obstacle walk-through
4Crazy scooter
Bumper cars
5deep zone
High-speed thrill ride
6Fun city
Walk-through · 3D glasses, light and sound effects
7NEWInvader
Spinning thrill ride · World premiere in 2026
8Jungle Street
Glass maze
9NEWHigh Explosive
Roller coaster · Approx. 350 m track · 14 m lift
10Aeronaut
80 m swing carousel
Archery and basketball games
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THEME & FAMILY PARKS
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Rides, shows, animals, playgrounds and seasonal Halloween fun.
Animals, rides, playgrounds and an iconic suspension bridge.
Toboggan, rides, indoor play and animals for younger kids.
Gentle rides, storks, animals, train and carousel.
Theme-park thrills plus a weather-proof indoor water world.
Rides, dinosaurs, animals and indoor play for families.
INDOOR & WATER FUN
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Huge indoor playground with trampolines, climbing and slides.
Water slides, pools and toddler areas for rainy days.
SCIENCE, TRANSPORT & DINOSAURS
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Dinosaurs, museum exhibits and supervised real fossil hunting.
Interactive trains, planes, cars, space and transport exhibits.
Dinosaur skeletons, fossils, digging activities and playground.
Hands-on experiments, interactive science exhibits and live shows.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE & NATURE
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Rope courses, climbing and ziplines from age four.
Dinosaur trail and real caves; bring warm clothing.
Gondola, toboggan, rope park and treetop walk.
FARM, CULTURE & OPEN-AIR MUSEUMS
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Historic farmhouses, animals, crafts and family workshops.
Historic houses, animals and traditional crafts in beautiful surroundings.
HalloweenNEW 10
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Price: Voluntary contribution requested for lunch; no general admission price stated
Date: 28–29.Oct.2026
Time: Pumpkin soup & bread 12:15–13:15 / Halloween crafts 29 Oct, 10:00–11:30
Age: Mainly babies, toddlers and children up to approx. 4 years
Location: Lothringerstrasse 63, 4056 Basel, 1st floor
Halloween crafts, games, stories, dressing up and pumpkin soup. Lunch registration required.
Price: CHF 0/child / CHF 30/adult; BCT members receive 50% discount
Date: Saturday, 24.Oct.2026
Time: Morning 10:30–12:30 / Afternoon 14:30–16:30
Age: Family event
Location: Quartierzentrum Iselin, Im Westfeld 30, 4055 Basel
Crafts, cookie decorating, games, face painting, dancing, Mad Scientist activities and Halloween Treat Trail.
Price: CHF 1/person for face painting. No separate party admission fee is stated.
Date: Saturday, 31.Oct.2026
Time: Face painting 15:30–18:00 / Party 18:30–21:00
Age: Face painting 3+; party open to all Halloween fans
Location: Schorenweg 33, 4058 Basel
Costumes encouraged. Ideal after trick-or-treating. No registration required. Gruselbuffet available separately.
4Freizeithaus Allschwil ↗
Geisternacht
Price: CHF 5
Date: Friday, 23.Oct.2026
Time: Arrival 18:00–18:15 / Pick-up 21:00–21:15
Age: 1st–5th primary school
Location: Hegenheimermattweg 70–76, 4123 Allschwil
Costume competition, spooky programme, Hot Dogs and Hexenfinger. Masks not allowed. Registration required; limited places.
5Spielweltenfabrik ↗
Brrr goes Halloween
Price: Regular weekend admission CHF 5 for age 1–2 / CHF 12 from age 2+. No Halloween surcharge currently published.
Date: Saturday, 31.Oct.2026
Time: Special event hours not published; regular Saturday opening 09:00–18:00
Age: Children and families
Location: Meyer-Wiggli-Strasse 1, 4410 Liestal
Spooky-themed play and experiences throughout the children’s museum. Costumes welcome.
6Forum Würth Arlesheim ↗
Sonntagsatelier «Gruselspass»
Price: CHF 10 / CHF 7 with Museums-PASS-Musées, KulturLegi or Familienpass; material included
Date: Sunday, 25.Oct.2026
Time: 13:00–14:00 or 14:30–15:30
Age: Families and children 5+
Location: Dornwydenweg 11, 4144 Arlesheim
Halloween-themed printing workshop creating dancing skeletons, bats, spiders and other spooky motifs. Registration with preferred session required by 22 October. Clothes that can get dirty recommended.
7Kunstmuseum Basel ↗
Kinderworkshop — Süsses oder Saures
Price: CHF 15/child / CHF 10 with Familienpass
Date: Saturday, 24.Oct.2026
Time: 14:00–16:30
Age: 7–10 years
Location: Kunstmuseum Basel, Hauptbau, St. Alban-Graben 16, 4010 Basel
Halloween workshop inspired by the museum’s darker artworks. Children create a spooky Halloween appearance such as a fantasy creature, creepy doll or special mask. Ticket required.
8Petit Café Spielplatz ↗
Halloween Event
Price: CHF 15/child
Date: Friday, 30.Oct.2026
Time: 16:00–18:00
Age: Children/families; exact age limit not stated
Location: Viehmarktstrasse 15, 4242 Laufen
Face painting, Halloween goodie bags, small muffins & juice, music and play. Only 20 places. Organiser post says only a few places remain.
Price: CHF 15/child / CHF 20/adult
Date: Saturday, 17.Oct.2026 + Sunday, 18.Oct.2026
Time: Sat 15:00–17:00 / Sun 10:00–12:00
Age: Young children and families; “All are welcome”
Location: Leimenstrasse 61, 4051 Basel
Singing circle, story time, Rice Krispie Monster treat-making, sparkly tattoos and finger-food buffet. Registration required; limited spaces.
10Quartieroase Bruderholz ↗
Halloween Party für Kinder und Jugendliche
Price: Not published
Date: Saturday, 24.Oct.2026
Time: 15:00–19:00
Age: Children and teenagers
Location: Bruderholzallee 169, 4059 Basel
Dedicated children’s and teenagers’ Halloween party. Detailed programme still to come.
PLACES TO GO
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Cows · calves · rabbits · cats · bees
Farm shop · café · Schällenursli
St. Margarethengut 5, 4102 Binningen
Shop: Thu–Fri 10–18 · Sat 08:30–13
Sheep · lambs (seasonal) · chickens · rabbits · bees
Heritage breeds · gardens · market · restaurant
Vorder Brüglingen 5, 4052 Basel
Daily 08:00–sunset · free · no booking
Horses · goats · small animals
Open barn · ponies · birthdays
Klosterfiechtenweg 22, 4052 Basel
15-min walk from public transport
Cows · chickens · donkeys · peacocks · cats · ducks
Playground · pumpkins · farm shop
Dubackerweg 2, 4103 Bottmingen
2026 maize maze: closed after 15 Oct
Rescued animals · ponies · feeding · grooming
Herrenweg 66, 4123 Allschwil
Book ahead · Tue–Fri 14–16
6+ · CHF 60 · parent required
Farm animals · flowers · sunflowers
Pick-your-own · organised animal activities
Äussere Baselstrasse 385, 4125 Riehen
Tram 6 · Bus 34
Alpacas · mini pigs · goats · chickens · ducks
Farm trail · playground · tours · birthdays
Hauptstrasse 138, 4153 Reinach
Tram 11
Llamas · cattle · farm animals
Trekking · birthdays · guided walks
Obere Klus, 4147 Aesch
Pastures: public paths · trekking: book ahead
Alpacas · guided encounters · walks
Seasonal pastures · Liestal / Lausen
Book ahead · encounters: 30–45 min
Confirm meeting point · supervised feeding only
Goats · cattle · sheep · rabbits · guinea pigs · hens · cats
Hofgut Rosenberg 80, 4410 Liestal
Goat walks: book ahead · 2 h
CHF 120 / 1–3 · +CHF 20/person · birthdays unavailable
Animal access · opening hours · activities: confirm with the farm before visiting.
THINGS TO DO SOON
TRIPS & OUTDOORS SOON
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