Hanging out with Hercules

Gods and heroes of the ancient world
Come along to hear the most exciting myths of the ancient world and see the heroes and monsters depicted in sculptures and vase paintings, including the mighty Hercules and the snake-headed Medusa.

Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, Dantes Plads, Cph V; Sun 12:00; free adm, but limited number of tickets; suitable for ages 5-12; www.glyptoteket.dk

Ghost tour
Explore the haunted house of Vemb and listen to the spooky stories of local ghouls, the Grey Man and the White Lady. Don’t come if you’re afraid of the dark!

Frilandsmuseet, Kongevejen 100, Kongens Lyngby; ends Sun, daily 17:30-18:30; tickets: adults 100ke, children 70kr; www.natmus.dk

Skylander Swapforce event
The BR toystore on Frederiksberggade is hosting a Swapforce event, with competitions, prizes and the chance to try out the new games in the store.

BR Frederiksberggade, Frederiksberggade 11, Cph K; ends Sun, open Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat 10:00-17:00, Sun 10:00-16:00; www.br.dk

Tiger Twang concert for kids
An interactive concert where adults and children can try out new yoga games, fighting games, dancing and much more. Games are based on the age group 3-6 years.

Kulturhuset Islands Brygge, Islands Brygge 18, Cph S; Sun 15:00-16:00; tickets: 60kr; www.kulturogfritid.kk.dk

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