Activities

Looking for a cozy, family-friendly way to spend an evening in Addis? ✨ The Zen Apartments have started something truly special: Family Movie Nights created by parents, for children. 💡💛 Every event is tailored for kids aged 4 to 10, with the perfect mix of fun, food, and film. The evening kicks off at 5…

What happens when kids roll up their sleeves, grab a chopping board, and sprinkle a little curiosity into the mix? Pure kitchen magic. ✨ This isn’t just cooking—it’s a playground for the senses. Kids chop, stir, taste, smell (and yes, giggle 🤭) their way into discovering how much fun food can be. And while they’re…

🚨 Calling all young doodlers, dreamers & mini-designers! If you’re spending August in Addis Ababa with kids aged 4 to 12, we’ve found a hidden gem for your calendar: Think Visual – Kids Edition is back! 👩🏽‍🎨 Hosted by local architect and visual artist Winta Assefa, this workshop isn’t just about art — it’s about…

What happens when you mix music, movement, and a whole lot of energy — and give it all to the kids? 💥 You get Beyond Dance Studio — a space in the heart of Addis where little feet leap, twist, flip, stretch, and stomp with confidence. No pressure. No adults (only teachers). Just pure movement…

Are your kids into painting, doodling, glueing, and glittering everything in sight? Or maybe you’ve got a little art-lover at home who’s always asking, “Who painted that?” Then we’ve got a summer tip that’s as colorful as a rainbow after a rainy day: Art & Design Drift’s Art History Summer Camp is a total masterpiece!…

While Addis Ababa is bustling with activities this summer, one program continues to stand out for its energy, structure, and heart: the Juventus Summer Camp, a long-running, family-friendly program that turns the school break into an Olympic-style adventure. Located at the Juventus Italian Sports Club, this well-established camp combines sports, academics, and social connection. And…

Imagine a day where your child learns to weave, you sip organic coffee while watching a chef toss pizza dough, and everyone leaves with a handmade treasure. That’s the magic waiting at the Koelim Center—a creative and community hub in the heart of Addis Abeba, dedicated to sparking young imaginations and supporting brighter futures for…

If you’re hunting for that rare mix of wild adventure, hands-on history, and all-out family fun in Addis Abeba—look no further than Unity Park! Our recent trip, with a whirlwind group of kiddos ages 5 to 10, gave us a whole new way to see this place. From the moment we walked through the gates,…

When I started asking around for the best places and activities for kids in Addis Ababa, one name kept popping up: Nu Chika Enabuka. After hearing so many glowing recommendations, I had to find out what made this spot so special—and now I see why families love it! A Creative Haven for Kids (and a Breather…

There are places your kids will like, and then there are places they’ll never stop talking about. Kuriftu Trampoline Park in Entoto Park? Definitely the latter. Every time we land in Ethiopia, my eight-year-old son has one question on repeat:“When are we going to the trampoline park?”Not the zoo, not the pool, not even the…