Gunpowder… as it was originally intended

Culture Night at the Powder Mill
Venture north of the capital this Culture Night to the open-air museum of gunpowder production to witness powder mills and machines still in operation some 200 years after being built. 

Oct 10, 18:30-21:30; Krudtværks Aléen 1,  Frederiksværk; free adm; indmus.dk


Kulturkraft Halsnæs 2014


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The Kulturkraft festival in northern Zealand is packed with events for both children and adults. Encompassing food, theatre, music and art, there truly is something for everyone during children’s half term. 

Oct 13-19, various venues in the area; kulturkraft.net


Baby and Toddler Fair

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The Baby and Toddler Fair has everything you need to embark on the wonderful journey into parenthood. The perfect shiny pram, tried and tested toys, baby food, safety tips – it’s all here at the 100 or so stands. 

Oct 11-12; Øksnehallen, Halmtorvet 11, Cph V; babymessen.com





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