Épicentre, leisure and culture center in Martigny for creative afternoons

An Idea That Brings People Together in Martigny

In the heart of Martigny, the Épicentre brings together everything we love for a simple and enriching outing with children. It offers a warm atmosphere, age-appropriate activities, and a program that changes weekly. It’s the kind of place where you feel good, take your time, and every child finds their place.

What Your Children Will Discover

Between creative workshops, small cultural animations, and supervised play areas, the Épicentre focuses on curiosity. Painting, crafts, music, stories, sensory discoveries… The program varies, but the idea remains the same: create, try, exchange. The youngest appreciate the child-height materials and the gentle atmosphere; the older ones enjoy leaving proud of having made something with their own hands.

It’s both fun and educational: fine motor skills, expression, patience, listening, and teamwork are developed. All this without pressure, with facilitators who provide a reassuring framework.

What to Expect

• Recommended age: from 3 years old to fully enjoy the workshops independently. Teens may appreciate certain creative or musical formats depending on the program.
• Duration: expect 1 to 2 hours. Enough to immerse yourself without tiring the little ones.
• Atmosphere: calm and caring, with more dynamic moments during animations or mini-shows.
• Reservation: often recommended for workshops with limited spaces. For other free activities, access can be more spontaneous.
• Prices: vary depending on the activity (workshop, animation, event). Plan a small family budget.
• Accessibility: stroller access is generally possible. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility depends on the spaces used; inquire before coming.
• Public transport: Martigny is very well served by train and bus. The center is accessible on foot from the train station in a few minutes depending on the exact location of the activities.
• By car: paid parking in the city; remember the blue zones/parking meters.
• What to bring: comfortable clothing, a water bottle, a small snack. For manual activities, prefer an outfit that doesn’t mind a paint stain.
• Safety: activities supervised by professionals, materials suitable for children, clear instructions. Parents remain responsible for the younger ones.
• Seasons: all year round. Perfect for rainy weather, but also during hot spells for a cool break.

Parents' Tips

• Arrive a little early: children take their time to settle in and observe.
• Ask for the program: some activities are better suited for toddlers, others for older kids.
• Slip a spare t-shirt into the bag for painting or water workshops.
• If your child is sensitive to noise, prefer morning slots during the week.
• Allow some time after the activity: children love to show their creation and extend the moment.

Useful Information

• Address: Martigny (Valais) – check the exact location of activities on the official program.
• Official site / contact: consult the program "Épicentre – Leisure & Culture Center" via the official channels of Martigny.
• Hours: variable depending on workshops and events; calendar updated regularly.
• Ideal weather: all conditions – mostly indoor activities.
• Access: on foot from the Martigny CFF train station and by bus; paid parking in the city center.

Why We Recommend It

Because it’s a place that encourages learning while having fun, with short, accessible formats well thought out for families. Children experiment, create, gain confidence, and leave with ideas buzzing in their heads. For parents, it’s a simple outing to organize, that boosts morale and fuels conversations at home.

Want to Go?

A place to keep in mind for Wednesdays, rainy weekends, and the desire to craft together. Create your Kidora account or subscribe to our newsletter to discover more family ideas in French-speaking Switzerland and not miss out on the program in Martigny.