Norddeich OKKA Family Days

OKKA – The Norddeich Family Mascot

OKKA, a friendly octopus, is the official mascot of Tourismus Service Norddeich. Conceived as an identification figure for children and families, OKKA appears everywhere in Norddeich's communications: on promotional materials, at information points, and – as a highlight – live at the OKKA Family Days. During these days, OKKA, as the mascot, takes center stage in a series of family activities and regularly appears as a "living character" to shake hands with children, take photos, and organize small games.

What the Family Days Offer

The OKKA Family Days include a wide range of hands-on activities. Typical components are:

• Sandcastle building competition on the beach with prizes for the most creative structures
• Scavenger hunt through Norddeich with stations where tasks must be completed
• Craft activities – seashell mobiles, canvas paintings, small fabric pendants
• Kids' yoga on the beach with trained yoga instructors
• Crab petting station in a mobile beach aquarium
• Wadden Sea walks with child-friendly explanations
• OKKA show with the mascot, songs, and short theater scenes
• Family flea market with children's clothing, toys, and books

Concept and Target Audience

The OKKA Family Days are aimed at families with children aged between 3 and 12 years. The program is designed so that siblings of different age groups can participate together. Parents are invited to join in – many activities are explicitly designed to be intergenerational. The concept does not rely on high entrance fees or commercial sales offers, but on strengthening Norddeich's family identity as a holiday destination.

Spread Over Two Summer Dates

In 2026, the OKKA Family Days will take place on two weekends: July 16th/17th and August 20th/21st. This format covers two different holiday weeks and offers families the opportunity to participate on one or both dates, depending on their travel plans. The activities on the two weekends partially overlap but also bring their own unique highlights.