[For Kids] Fun Entertainment and Activities to Liven Up a Festival
We’ve collected ideas for entertaining performances and attractions that will liven up large community fairs as well as school and daycare festival events.
Since these are aimed at children, this is perfect if you’re looking for things like “performances involving lots of kids” or “entertainment for children enjoying the festival.” We’ve selected a variety of ideas, from activities that are especially fun within a close-knit group to ones that get everyone excited—even among people who don’t know each other.
Feeling unsure if you can pull it off? Don’t worry—keep challenging yourself to create wonderful memories, and let’s make it a fun festival!
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[For Kids] Fun Entertainment and Booth Ideas for Festivals (41–50)
flash mob
People who were just walking around suddenly start dancing or singing… That surprising, sudden moment that turns into something delightful to watch—that’s a flash mob.
They’re often performed at weddings and school festivals, and doing one at a local festival is sure to get everyone excited too! Give it a try.
puppet show
How about trying a puppet show? If you look it up online, you can find stories for puppet shows on all kinds of themes, so be sure to use them as references.
It also sounds fun to make your own characters! Practice well and capture the attention of the audience—like children—who come to watch.
projection mapping
Projection mapping is also very popular as a form of illumination.
It’s a popular program that is sometimes projected onto large structures like the Tower of the Sun, Osaka Castle, and Nijo Castle.
How about trying projection mapping at a festival? It would make for a wonderful memory.
Magic Theater
How about putting on a magic theater to liven up the festival? The mechanism where a new picture appears each time you move the cardstock will spark children’s curiosity.
It can be made with simple materials, so parents and children can enjoy making it together, and kids can make it on their own too.
Every time an illustration appears, you’re sure to hear cheers from the children.
It can also be used as a form of communication, so it’s a great idea to make the festival even more fun.
This simple magic theater made from familiar materials is highly recommended—give it a try!
Umbrella spinning
Umbrella spinning is an entertainment act that incorporates elements of traditional street performance.
The performer balances objects on the handle of an umbrella and spins them.
It’s important to secure a spacious area at the cherry-blossom viewing site and keep the audience at a safe distance.
You can make it even more exciting by changing the types of items you spin or having two people spin at the same time.
Increasing the number of items or raising the difficulty step by step will heighten tension and anticipation.
It’s also recommended to incorporate spring-themed props and perform under cherry trees or in spots with a river view.