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Hobby Horsing Holiday Promotion

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Crafts, storytelling, and a tournament for kids ages 8 to 12!

Are you up for some exercise, crafts, and imagination? Then come join the Hobby Horsing Summer Camp! Over four exciting days, you’ll prepare step by step for a real tournament. And at the end, a grand finale in the city awaits you.

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 | 3:00–5:00 p.m.
Your own hobby horse
To start, you’ll craft your own hobby horse at the library. Using paints, yarn, and lots of materials, you’ll design your very own tournament horse—exactly the way you like it.

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 | 3:00–5:00 p.m.
The Crazy Horse Story
Today, we’re counting on your imagination! Together, you’ll invent a new “horse story.” Through games, discussions, and small exercises, funny, exciting, or completely crazy stories will emerge.

Thursday, July 30, 2026 | 3:00–5:00 PM
Your Own Winner’s Ribbon
Now it’s time for the competition: You’ll craft your own winner’s ribbon. Whether colorful, sparkly, or especially creative—your ribbon will accompany you to the grand finale.

Friday, July 31, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00PM
The big tournament day!
Together, you’ll ride your hobbyhorses in a festive procession through downtown to Katschhof. There, the grand final jump in the Archimedes sandbox awaits you. Everyone is welcome to cheer, join in, and have fun.

General information

Target group families
for groups
for families
for individual guests

No registration is required.

  • Free admission

All dates

Arrival & Contact

Aachen City Library

15 Couvenstraße,
, 52062 Aachen,
, Germany

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