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L’Escalade for beginners
L’Escalade for Beginners: The Ultimate Geneva Family Guide In this article, you will learn why in Geneva it is more important to have a costume ready in December than in October, why you can expect people to knock on your door singing in a strange language, and how a...
17 Family-Friendly Events in Geneva in November 2026 (With Kids)
What to Do in Geneva with Kids in November 2026: 17 Family-Friendly Events & Activities November in Geneva brings crisp autumn air, shorter days, and a fantastic lineup of indoor and outdoor cultural events for families. Whether you are looking for rainy day...
Halloween costumes and Escalade dress-ups in Geneva!
Where to Buy and Rent Costumes in Geneva for Halloween & L’Escalade Geneva has two major costume seasons each autumn: Halloween at the end of October and L’Escalade in early December. While Halloween outfits lean spooky or pop-culture, Geneva school Escalade...
Playgroups and classes for ages 0-4 in Geneva
The main reason to try playgroups and baby classes isn’t really for the babies. It’s for the parents! Meeting other mamas with kids around the same age can make a huge difference, especially for those parents whose families live far away. I'm talking from...
After school activities in Geneva
Main days for extracurricular activities in Geneva are Wednesdays and weekends. Many children also attend after school activities on school days, though that requires an adult to transport kids from the school to an activity, so is not feasible for all. Luckily, in...
Geneva 1P without secrets
Your child enters Geneva's public school this year and you have a long list of unanswered questions? DO NOT PANIC! Parentville's got you covered! The first thing to know: 1P is the 1st grade in the primary school in the canton of Geneva (it may be called differently...
GENEVA’S SPRING BUCKET LIST FOR FAMILIES
Spring is here, and so are all the new opportunities for a fun family time in Geneva! Here's Geneva's spring bucket list for families with children. Ready? Let's do it!PARC AVENTURE Opening: March 28.This is a place all kids love! It offers treetop adventure obstacle...
Spell Languages and the most adventurous camps in Geneva
When one school holiday ends the next approaches fast. Booking camps seems like a never-ending task for parents in Geneva, especially that the choice is vast! Spell Languages offers camps during all school holidays and I am here to tell you why you should consider...
Skiing with kids near Geneva
If you want your kids to learn to ski, but you don't know where to go, you're in the right place! There are plenty of places to ski around Geneva, and many are great for families. Frankly, the choice is overwhelming! Parentville to the rescue! I gathered 10 ski spots...
Sledging around Geneva
Sledging around Geneva - close and a bit further away, simple and a bit more crazy. Winter is fully here. Not in the city thankfully (or sadly?) but if anyone misses the snow, it's just 30 minutes away! While most parents with kids aged 3+ will use winter free-time to...
The most wonderful family shows this Christmas in Geneva
When it's cold, when it's grey, and the year is slowly ending - it's time for theatre! This year in the region, the choice is vast with all types of performing arts: drama, musicals, ballet, and concerts! From classic tales to Gershwin's swing! For all ages, between...
Institut Florimont – Open Day & Cinema
On Saturday, 22 November, Institut Florimont warmly welcomes families to its Open Day! A wonderful opportunity to explore the campus, meet teachers, and experience what makes Florimont such a unique educational environment. Families with children aged 3 to 18 are...
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