During the summer break, activities are organized every day at De Goudse Hofsteden petting zoo. Children are welcome to come and do crafts every day, from coloring bags to painting piggy banks. No registration is required for these activities. For other activities, you can register via the website.
Monday, October 19: In the morning, a number of special animals will be visiting from Exotus Serpenti. From 10:00–11:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., you can learn all about four different reptiles under the guidance of an Exotus Serpenti animal caretaker. There is a maximum number of participants. In the afternoon, hedgehog workshop: From 1:30 to 3:00 p.m., children will make a hedgehog out of a wooden clog.
Tuesday, October 20: Toddler and Preschooler Morning. For the littlest ones, the petting zoo is organizing an hour (10:30–11:30 a.m.) of cuddling animals and “helping out.” The children (up to age 4) will join Mom, Dad, Grandpa, or Grandma to meet small animals in the petting corner and help feed them, under the supervision of an animal caretaker. Afterward, they’ll make a small, simple craft. In the afternoon Foam Clay Workshop, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.—a fun workshop where participants work with foam clay and various figures or animals made from different materials of their choice to decorate with it. Prefer mosaics? That’s also an option—foam clay is used to fill the gaps after the stones have been glued onto a figure. You can choose from a variety of materials for your mosaic project, such as animal figurines, picture frames, tea light holders, etc.
Wednesday, October 21: There will be a Pony and Donkey Morning will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Children will help take care of the ponies and donkeys, make a fun craft, and bake a cupcake! Ages 4 and up. In the afternoon, balloon workshop, where participants can decorate a hot air balloon using various materials from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 22: Animal Morning for Animal Lovers. During this morning session (10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.), children ages 4 through 10 can help care for the animals alongside the animal caretaker, meet the animals in the petting corner, play a fun game together, and do some arts and crafts. We’ll wrap up with a delicious pancake and a glass of milk or lemonade! In the afternoon, children can come come draw and color a tile between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m.
Friday, October 23: Today , some special animals are coming to visit: owls and birds of prey! From 10:00–10:45 a.m. or 11:00–11:45 a.m., you can learn all about these special animals under the guidance of an animal caretaker from Uil Topia. There is a maximum number of participants. This is a parent-child activity. As a parent, you must also pay to participate. In the afternoon lantern-making workshop : From 1:30–3:00 p.m., children can make a lantern out of jars and various materials.
Every day, visitors can also do arts and crafts on their own in the Deel between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Please note that for all activities, advance registration is required; you can register up to one day in advance at www.kinderboerderijgouda.nl. You can also find more information about the activities and the associated fees there.
You don't have to eat at home—you can also eat at the petting zoo, where they serve freshly made sandwiches, pancakes, poffertjes, and much more! The petting zoo is also open on Mondays.
We’re open in the evenings, too! During fall break—from Tuesday evening, October 20, through Saturday, October 24—you’re welcome to join us every evening from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for a unique event: Light at the Farm!
Following last year's success, we are organizing the third edition this fall break, featuring a host of new elements.
Our entire grounds will be illuminated and decorated in a special way. Sound, music, smoke, and fog effects will complete the picture! Take a look around the space, discover the fairies, elves, butterflies, and more, and meet a very large sea creature. There’s plenty to discover and experience during these unique evenings. In the discovery loft, children can play with light and make a craft using light. We’ve also got you covered when it comes to food and drinks—hot beverages and snacks are available both inside the restaurant and on the patio.
