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Kids' events & play spaces in Higashimatsuyama
Events for kids & families
Events mainly for kids and families, or with a kids' program mentioned in the description (judged with generative AI). Check the official website for age ranges.
- 2026Mon, Nov 9 – Sun, Nov 15
Peony Walk Higashimatsuyama Fire Prevention Fair
An awareness event held in conjunction with the Autumn Fire Prevention Campaign. Along with fire engine displays, brass band performances, and quiz rallies, visitors can enjoy exhibitions of fire prevention posters.
- 2026Sat, Nov 14+5 more dates
Municipal Agriculture and Forestry Park: Agri-Park Rangers!
A multi-session experiential program for elementary and junior high school students to enjoy nature, agriculture, and fundamental food experiences through farm produce in the park. In addition to regular activities, an overnight camp will be held in spring, allowing participants to fully immerse themselves in rich nature.
- 2026Sat, Nov 14+2 more dates
Takasaka Library Storytime
A storytelling session for infants, toddlers, and elementary school children featuring picture book readings, traditional nursery songs, and hand games. It is a welcoming event where parents and children can easily enjoy books together.
- 2026Sat, Nov 14 – Sun, Nov 15
Naritai na! Kids Town
An interactive event for children featuring various pretend-play shopkeeping activities and dress-up costumes. A festival fair area with yo-yo balloon fishing and balloons will also be set up for parents and children to enjoy together.
- 2026Sat, Nov 14+1 more date
Storytime at Higashimatsuyama City Library
An event held in the children's room of the city library for toddlers through elementary school students. Enjoy delightful readings of picture books and kamishibai paper plays to discover the wonderful world of reading with your children.
- 2026Sun, Nov 15
Play in the Citizens' Forest! Nature Learning Walk
A walking event where participants can enjoy quizzes, games, and workshops while strolling through the forest. It offers an engaging time for children and adults to connect with rich nature.
- 2026Sat, Nov 21
Higashimatsuyama Agricultural Festival
An event featuring direct sales of locally grown fresh vegetables, fruits, and flowers, as well as processed farm products. There are plenty of activities for families to enjoy, including photo opportunities and displays with agricultural machinery like tractors, balloon art, and juggling experiences.
- 2026Sat, Nov 21 – Sun, Nov 22
Aim to Be an Animal Trainer!
An event for elementary school students to learn actual training methods used at the zoo and try their hand at goat training. Through interacting with and training the animals, participants can have fun learning about the work of an animal trainer.
- 2026Sun, Nov 22
Mini Houseplant Workshop
Choose your favorite foliage and plant it into an original pot to make a mini houseplant you can take home and display. Beginners are welcome, and a mini festival games corner for children will be held at the same time.
- 2026Mon, Nov 23
Pickleball Class
A class where participants can experience pickleball, a popular new sport played with paddles and a ball. Designed for beginners, the venue also features a large bouncy playground available for free play, making it fun for families.
- 2026Sat, Dec 5
City Library Children's Craft Workshop: Pop-Up Cards
A craft workshop for elementary school students residing in the city. Participants will make fun pop-up cards that reveal pictures when opened. Bring your own writing utensils and scissors to participate.
- 2026Sun, Dec 6
Fun with Picture Books for Parents and Children with a Picture Book Specialist
An event where parents and children can enjoy pleasant interactive time by reading and playing with picture books alongside a picture book specialist. Open to children aged 0 to 6 residing in the city and their guardians.
- 2026Thu, Dec 10 – Sun, Dec 13
Jun Ichihara Art Exhibition & Autograph Session
An art exhibition by illustrator Jun Ichihara, known for popular picture books such as 'Moi Moi.' An autograph session for purchasers of eligible items will be held on the final day. A coloring activity to create original bags and merchandise sales are also featured.
- 2027Sat, Jan 23
Professor Denjiro's Science Show
A stage packed with audience-participation experiments, including familiar demonstrations, giant balloons, and quizzes. Blending education and entertainment, people of all generations from young children to adults can enjoyably experience the wonders of science.
- 2027Sat, Feb 6
Higashimatsuyama City Children's Club Karuta Tournament
In this karuta tournament using the Sainokuni 21st Century Local Karuta, elementary school students compete in team and individual matches. While having fun taking cards, participants can learn about Saitama's history, rich nature, cultural properties, and local specialties. It also serves as a preliminary round for the prefectural tournament.
- 2027Tue, Feb 23
Family Concert
A family music concert held in the hall. Two performances will take place, offering an opportunity for everyone from young children to adults to enjoy a musical moment together across generations.
- 2026Thu, Jan 1 – Tue, Dec 29
Hands-on Animal Experiences at Saitama Children's Zoo
This regular event offers activities such as animal petting, pony riding, cow milking, and animal feeding. A rich lineup of programs for both children and adults to learn and enjoy is available, including guided tours, craft workshops, and picture-story shows (kamishibai).
- Sat, Jul 18, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Children's Zoo Worksheet Quiz and Explanations
A total of 7 different worksheets are available to help you learn about animals while exploring the park. Observe the animals and make new discoveries while tackling spot-the-difference puzzles, discovery bingo, and more.
- August 9 (usually)
Shimanrokusen-nichi (Terakoya & Lantern Festival)
An event held in conjunction with Kannon's auspicious memorial day. In addition to a terakoya workshop for elementary school students, numerous lanterns line the front approach road (Omotesando Monzen-dori), creating an enchanting summer ambiance.
- August 9 (usually)
Iwadono Kannon Shoboji Shimanrokusennichi
An event held in conjunction with Kannon's auspicious en-nichi day. In addition to a terakoya temple school held for elementary school students, numerous lanterns line the main approach street in front of the gate, offering a magical summer ambiance.
Play facilities, children's centers, parenting support centers & libraries in Higashimatsuyama (10)
こどもの城（埼玉県こども動物自然公園）
Play & activity facilities | 埼玉県東松山市岩殿554Hours 9:30〜16:30（入館は16:00まで、11/15〜1/31は9:30〜16:00／入館は15:30まで） | Closed 月曜（祝日の場合は開園） | Fee 無料（別途入園料：大人900円、小人200円、未就学児無料） Directions東松山市化石と自然の体験館
Play & activity facilities | 埼玉県東松山市葛袋853Fee 市内一般700円・市内小中学生500円、市外一般1,000円・市外小中学生700円 Directionsにこにこのもとこどもえん(のもと保育園内)
Parenting support centers | 東松山市下野本830-2Hours 9:30~12:30 | Closed 土・日曜日、祝日 Directions仲よし保育園・子育てひろば(仲よし保育園内)
Parenting support centers | 東松山市下野本1637-6Hours 9:30~14:30 | Closed 日曜日、祝日 Directions東松ままごとあそびの会(東松認定こども園げんき内)
Parenting support centers | 東松山市石橋1761-2Hours 9:00~14:00 | Closed 土・日曜日、祝日、お盆、年末年始 Directions東松山市まつやま保育園子育て支援センター(まつやま保育園内)
Parenting support centers | 東松山市加美町6-16Hours 月~金 7:00~19:00/土 7:00~13:00 | Closed 日曜日、祝日、年末年始 Directions東松山市子育て支援センターソーレ
Parenting support centers | 東松山市松本町1-9-19Hours 9:30~16:30 | Closed 木曜日、年末年始 Directions東松山市子育て支援センターマーレ
Parenting support centers | 東松山市高坂2-23-3Hours 9:30~16:30 | Closed 水曜日、年末年始 Directions東松山市立高坂図書館
Libraries | 東松山市元宿2-6-1Hours 月~金 9:30~18:00/土・日 9:30~17:15 | Closed 毎月第4月曜日(祝日の場合は翌火曜日)、年末年始 Directions東松山市立図書館
Libraries | 東松山市本町2-11-20Hours 月~金 9:30~18:00/土・日 9:30~17:15 | Closed 毎月第4月曜日(祝日の場合は翌火曜日)、年末年始 Directions
Hours and fees for play facilities are checked monthly on their official pages. Hours for children's centers, parenting support centers and libraries come from Saitama's “Baby Station” registry and may be out of date. Parenting support centers are mainly for babies, toddlers and their parents. Please check with each facility before you go. Children's centers and similar facilities come from Saitama's “Baby Station” registry; play facilities from their official pages (sources).