In Peoria, Illinois, the Glen Oak Zoo was opened in 1955, then renamed Peoria Zoo in 2009. A smaller area of just under 6ha is offset by a selection of around 100 animal species. With the construction of its African exhibit, the zoo doubled its original

Green Valley Farm is a family-friendly theme park that combines nature, animals and fun in a unique way. Here you will experience a relaxing day trip in a rural setting, perfect for families with children of all ages.

Numerous animal encounters await you

The Fête Foraine in Douai is one of the most traditional and significant folk festivals in northern France. The event has a long history and is firmly established in the region’s cultural calendar. It takes place at various times of the year, with the

Herne Family Park is located in Herne, North Rhine-Westphalia, in the centre of the Ruhr region, in the Gysenberg district park, which was opened in 1970. Herne Family Park is a small play and adventure park with various rides such as the Luna Loop, Sky

The spring funfair in the centre of Wanne-Eickel opens the funfair season in Herne. Two fairground rides, a children's carousel and tasty treats await visitors on Hauptstrasse at Biuschmannshof.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train to

The Halloween Fair in Enschede is a folk festival held during the autumn holidays with a unique, eerily beautiful theme. It differs from ordinary fairs in its special location and the atmosphere it creates.

The fair takes place in the Volkspark, the

The funfair takes place at the harbour on the ‘Waalkade’.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train - Tiel railway station (distance 1.6 km)

- by bus - bus stop Voetveer

By car:

- Venue: Waalkade Tiel

Parking facilities:

- Car park (Havendijk 13)

-

The Kuckucksmarkt in Eberbach is a traditional folk festival that enlivens the town on the Neckar every year in late summer. It is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and its successful mix of fairground, market and festival tent.

The festivities are

Suzuka Circuit Park in Japan’s Mie Prefecture is a one-of-a-kind amusement park that brings the thrill of motorsports to life for the whole family. Located right next to the legendary Formula 1 racetrack, everything here revolves around the theme of

Stylishly framed by the brightly lit town hall, the water art, and the old venerable gabled houses, the traditional “Wismar Christmas Market” takes place on the historic market square during the Advent season. Swedish-style Christmas huts entice