Grandparents and Grandchildren Day – Action, games and shared experien
On Thursday, 12 February 2026, the ABF will be all about families: Grandparents' Day will feature numerous hands-on activities, adventures and games for grandparents and their grandchildren – in many halls and for all ages.
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Grandparents' and Grandchildren's Day at ABF 2026 offers families the perfect opportunity to spend an active, eventful day at the fair together. With a special grandparents' and grandchildren's ticket, up to two grandparents and two grandchildren can visit the fair for only £25 (online only) – and look forward to a varied programme of activities.
In Halls 19 and 20 (Travel & Holidays), things are looking up: at the Schattenspringer stand (Stand F46), children can climb up to the hall ceiling free of charge. Harzventure (Stand E86) provides virtual adventures with a VR experience on the BaumSchwebeBahn, including a flight with a view of the Brocken. In addition, a model railway (stand F86), Kanu Aktiv Tours (stand G92) with bungee, aqua zorbing and a children's high ropes course, as well as the large games mobile from schauinsland-reisen (stand C78) invite visitors to play, exercise and have fun. XXL games such as ‘4 Gewinnt’, table tennis, cornhole, ladder golf and glitter tattoos await visitors of all ages. In addition, there is a LEGO® fan exhibition (stand B66).
In Hall 26 (Bicycles & Mobility), children can try out the latest children's bikes and balance bikes on their own test track (Stand B69). The bicycle school (Stand C01) runs a course with road signs, while the Model Flying Association (Stand D12) inspires visitors with an exhibition and a hands-on activity called ‘Glider Building’. In the Fitness Arena (stand A01), families can enjoy an all-day TKH children's course for children aged 1 to 10, spectacular lightsaber show fights with taster courses, and an energetic cheerleading show with hands-on acrobatics.
There are also special offers for children in Hall 25 (Caravanning & Camping): face painting (also on Wednesday and Saturday), a course with Kettcar and Bobby Car including ‘caravans’ (every day) at the DCC stand, and craft activities such as designing a mini pennant chain in the camper and van life area (stand E32) provide creative variety.
Grandparents' and Grandchildren's Day makes the ABF a special experience for generations – with lots of exercise, imagination, play and shared memories.
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