What age is the family cinema suitable for?

The event is aimed at children aged 8 to 12 years and their families.

Is the event free of charge?

Yes, the event is free of charge. However, prior registration is necessary.

Where does the family cinema take place?

At the Education Center at Ebertstraße 19 in 45879 Gelsenkirchen.

What do families experience at this event?

A moderated short film program will be shown. Afterwards, there will be discussions and a creative part with optical toys and media history.

Is the event easily accessible for families?

Yes, the children's library in the education center is connected to public transport. The Musiktheater stop is nearby.

A Silent Film, Many Aha Moments: Family Cinema Excites Children in Gelsenkirchen

Name: Family Cinema - "Finding Paths"
Start: 2026-06-13T12:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-13T14:00:00+02:00
Location: Bildungszentrum

A colorful family cinema morning that brings wonder to children

At the family cinema Finding Paths, families will experience a special short film morning on June 13, 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Gelsenkirchen Education Center. The free event is aimed at children aged 8 to 12 years along with their families and combines watching together, reflecting, and creatively discovering into a true family experience.

Short Film Fun with Discussion and Discovery

A moderated program of animated, experimental, or documentary films will be shown. Afterwards, children and adults discuss together what they saw and heard, what was enjoyable, and what may have been confusing. This creates a lively learning experience that strengthens media competence and encourages children to observe and ask questions playfully.

Touching Media History

Afterwards, it will get creative: With a magical suitcase full of optical toys, the group will embark on a quest into media history. Children will discover age-appropriately how filmmakers work with images, movement, and little tricks. For families, it will become a shared morning full of aha moments, children's laughter, and amazement.

Pedagogically Thoughtful and Child-Friendly Guidance

The short film program Finding Paths tells stories of characters who find their own solutions to everyday obstacles, overcome fears, and learn new things. The offer is curated and moderated by Johanna Hoffmann, a freelance film educator who works, among others, for the Endstation Kino in Bochum. The event is free of charge, but prior registration is necessary.

Family-Friendly Location with Good Accessibility

The venue is the Education Center at Ebertstraße 19, 45879 Gelsenkirchen. The children's library in the education center is well connected to public transport; the Musiktheater stop is nearby. For families, this is a practical location in the city where education and shared experiences come together.

Conclusion: Families can look forward to an inspiring morning filled with films, discussions, and creative discoveries. Anyone who excites children about stories, images, and shared learning will experience a warm family cinema with real added value. Mark the date now and be there live.