Children’s Games

Build, decorate, and let your imagination take flight!

At this drop-in family workshop, children and adults can explore imagination, collaboration and the joy of creating together. The workshop is inspired by Francis Alÿs’ Children’s Games, a series of short documentary films showing children at play in different parts of the world. The films are screened on the second floor of the building where the Astrup Fearnley Collection is presented.

During the workshop, children will make their own kites and learn Afghan songs. At 14:30 we invite you to a special performance with musicians Ghawgha and Åsmund Reistad, accompanied by children flying their handmade kites on the beach outside the museum.

The workshop takes place in conjunction with Four Compositions on Francis Alÿs’ Children’s Games, shown at Astrup Fearnley Museet between 12 and 14 September, and including a curated selection from Francis Alÿs’ Children’s Games and two concerts with Cikada Ensemble.

This activity is part of Barnas Ultima-dager (BUD) – the festival’s own events for the youngest audiences (but adults are more than welcome too)! At BUD you can discover contemporary music and exciting new sounds through concerts, performances, and workshops.

Practical information

• Recommended for children aged 5–12, but all are welcome.
• Admission included in the museum ticket. Entry is free for everyone under 20.
• The workshop is open for four hours; you can drop in at any time and stay as long as you like.
• The Education Room is in Building 2, where the Astrup Fearnley Collection is on display.