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Hey, parents!
In this week’s edition we’ve got a museum safari, a mimi xeriscape workshop, a workshop on mountaineering, another one on arthropods, an event as part of the Storytelling Festival, an activity in a surrealist dressing room, an LED juggling show, an interactive comic installation, gladiator combats, a water fight, a foam party, a festival commemorating European Music Day, an activity on numismatics, a French adventure film, and more!
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Forward this and look suspiciously organized
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See urban art in a new way
This activity introduces kids to the Banksy exhibition from a fun and unique perspective, led by specialized educators and followed by an entertaining and creative activity for the whole family to enjoy together.
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A night you won’t forget
Don’t miss this artistic and participatory event, filling Madrid Río with dance, theater, circus, music, immersive art, poetry, technology, urban art, and collective experiences to showcase emerging talent.
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Celebrate the start of summer
If you’re up for games and music for kids, a board games, a foam party, a puppet show, live music, workshops, food, sports exhibitions, and the San Juan bonfire, head to the neighborhood fiestas in Ciudad Lineal!
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- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience traversing three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- Viaje por el Universo, through immersive projections, the audience will discover the seasons, explore the solar system, and learn to identify constellations in the night sky, Parque Santa Eugenia (3+, free)
- Pasitos, a fun comedy featuring some of Lope de Rueda’s best-known “pasos” adapted for young children, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (3+, free)
- ¿Cómo se ve Jolgorio?, participants will decorate tablecloths, work with food, create arrangements, and build small elements to transform the communal table, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
- El gran banquete, a feast of sound, movement, and play to celebrate together the beginning of summer and the arrival of the longest night of the year, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
- Carnaval en la Selva, a fun puppet and live-action show full of color, music, and laughter, Teatros Luchana (3+)
- El pequeño rey, a children’s musical for the whole family, inspired by the journeys of The Little Prince, Pinocchio, and Alice, Teatros Luchana (3+)
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- Arrullos, we’ve created a cozy space where a gentle, soft-hearted game, rooted in presence and care, unfolds amidst the lullabies, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 5)
- Investigactiva: imanes, dinosaurios y naturaleza, a science-oriented space designed to unleash children’s innate ability to ask questions, investigate, and discover, Casa del Lector (2 to 8)
- ¿A qué sabe la luna?, a show for families, Teatros Luchana (3+)
- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience traversing three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- Pasitos, a fun comedy featuring some of Lope de Rueda’s best-known “pasos” adapted for young children, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (3+, free)
- Andresillo y el dragón, a theatrical activity designed to introduce children to cultural heritage, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (3 to 8, free)
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- Dónde duermen los tejidos, a space for play and experimentation in a large surrealist dressing room, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 16, free)
- Delicias de un sueño, a small-scale show that aims to introduce painting and art to the youngest children, Teatro Tarambana (1+)
- A summer celebration, celebrate the arrival of summer while reflecting on a season of exploring nature, curiosity, and connection, Retiro (3+)
- ¡A ver, un aplauso!, a show for the whole family filled with juggling, magic, puppets, trapeze, and lots of humor, Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella (3+, free)
- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience journeying through three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- Carnaval en la Selva, a fun puppet and live-action show, full of color, music, and laughter, Teatros Luchana (3+)
- El pequeño rey, a children’s musical for the whole family, inspired by the adventures of The Little Prince, Pinocchio, and Alice, Teatros Luchana (3+)
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- Dónde duermen los tejidos, a space for play and experimentation in a large surrealist dressing room, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 16, free)
- Delicias de un sueño, a small-scale show that aims to introduce painting and art to the youngest children, Teatro Tarambana (1+)
- Baby Fiesta, the usual songs, dances and games in English, Casa de Campo (9 months to 2)
- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience journeying through three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- A qué sabe la luna?, theater for families, Teatros Luchana (3+)
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- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience traversing three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- Viaje por el Universo, through immersive projections, the audience will discover the seasons, explore the solar system, and learn to identify constellations in the night sky, Parque Santa Eugenia (3+, free)
- Pasitos, a fun comedy featuring some of Lope de Rueda’s best-known “pasos” adapted for young children, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (3+, free)
- ¿Cómo se ve Jolgorio?, participants will decorate tablecloths, work with food, create arrangements, and build small elements to transform the communal table, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
- El gran banquete, a feast of sound, movement, and play to celebrate together the beginning of summer and the arrival of the longest night of the year, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
- Carnaval en la Selva, a fun puppet and live-action show full of color, music, and laughter, Teatros Luchana (3+)
- El pequeño rey, a children’s musical for the whole family, inspired by the journeys of The Little Prince, Pinocchio, and Alice, Teatros Luchana (3+)
- Yo te cuento, an oral storytelling activity as part of the Storytelling Festival, Casa del Lector (4+, free)
- Artefacto, el secreto de las cosas, a space for exploring and playing with the poetics of everyday objects through their symbolic associations and “staging,” CaixaForum (4+, free)
- El cumpleaños de Moflete, storytelling with the authors to celebrate the book launch, Liberespacio (4+, free)
- La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to symbols so you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and media, CaixaForum (4+, free)
- Somos Naturaleza, an immersive audiovisual experience featuring images from National Geographic and generative digital art that invites you to reconnect with the planet’s ecosystems, CaixaForum (4+)
- Festival Hispanoamericano del Siglo de Oro, caricatures, workshops, shows, and music at this family-friendly festival, Alcala de Henares (4+, free)
- Somos lo que comemos, la dispensa de las Islas Filipinas, discover the stories and traditions linked to the food of a unique archipelago, Museo Nacional de Antropología (4 to 6 and 7 to 12, free)
- La pasarela de papel, taller de recortables, a paper-cutting workshop where we become real fashion designers for a day, Museo ABC (4 to 10, free)
- Quijote Kids, a children’s musical full of songs, humor, and adventures that introduces little ones to the world of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, OFF Latina Teatro (5+)
- Robot Dreams, screening of the award-winning animated film about the friendship between a dog and a robot, followed by a presentation and family discussion, CaixaForum (+5)
- La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- Venciendo al Monstruo Miedo, a story about self-esteem, emotions, and courage, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- VI Feria del Ganado, a fair reviving the Sierra’s livestock traditions with animal exhibits, guided horse and pony rides, and local cuisine, El Escorial (5+, free)
- Concierto de la Agrupación Musical Inclusiva, a participatory concert performed by a group of musicians with and without disabilities celebrating inclusion through music, Teatro Real (5+)
- Los sonidos de la Antigüedad, a participatory activity with instruments and live music exploring the sounds of Prehistory, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (5 to 8, free)
- Eclipses y fases lunares, a family STEM activity plus a museum visit, Museo Lunar (5 to 14)
- Voces y ritmos del mundo, a workshop to explore body percussion and concepts such as rhythm, coordination, laterality, attention, and teamwork, CaixaForum (6+)
- Arte Urbano, de los orígenes a Banksy, an exhibition on the evolution of urban art through more than 60 original works by artists, Fundación Canal (6+)
- Música y sonido, a hands-on workshop to discover how sound works and build a musical instrument, Casa de México (6+)
- DEMM26, a concert night as part of the DEMM26 festival featuring some of the most prominent artists on today’s music scene, Matadero (6+)
- Make Me Roll, a party on wheels featuring a roller dance masterclass, choreography creation, and roller disco with 80s music to enjoy skating together, Parque de Berlin (6+, free)
- Yoga infantil: ¡celebramos el solsticio de verano!, welcome summer with a fun kids’ yoga session at the library, Biblioteca Pública Municipal Iván de Vargas (6 to 10, free)
- Tras la pista del grabado, visit an exhibition with a scavenger hunt followed by a craft workshop, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
- Aprende a observar el firmamento y prepárate para el eclipse, presentation and family astronomy workshop to learn how to recognize the wonders of the cosmos with the naked eye, Casa del Lector (7+, free)
- Anillamiento de aves, workshop to participate in a scientific activity whose objective is to obtain information about the biology and ecology of birds, Jardín Botánico (7+)
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- Arrullos, we’ve created a cozy space where a gentle, soft-hearted game, rooted in presence and care, unfolds amidst the lullabies, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 5)
- Investigactiva: imanes, dinosaurios y naturaleza, a science-oriented space designed to unleash children’s innate ability to ask questions, investigate, and discover, Casa del Lector (2 to 8)
- ¿A qué sabe la luna?, a show for families, Teatros Luchana (3+)
- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience traversing three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- Pasitos, a fun comedy featuring some of Lope de Rueda’s best-known “pasos” adapted for young children, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (3+, free)
- Andresillo y el dragón, a theatrical activity designed to introduce children to cultural heritage, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (3 to 8, free)
- Aprendiz de golondrina, a metaphor for the transition from childhood to adulthood and a tribute to all those who always find their way back home, Teatros Luchana (4+)
- DEMM26, a special performance for all ages that will highlight risk-taking and experimentation, Matadero (4+, free)
- Artefacto, el secreto de las cosas, a space for exploring and playing with the poetics of everyday objects through their symbolic associations and “staging,” CaixaForum (4+, free)
- La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to symbols so you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and media, CaixaForum (4+, free)
- Somos Naturaleza, an immersive audiovisual experience featuring images from National Geographic and generative digital art that invites you to reconnect with the planet’s ecosystems, CaixaForum (4+)
- Festival Hispanoamericano del Siglo de Oro, caricatures, workshops, shows, and music at this family-friendly festival, Alcalá de Henares (4+, free)
- La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- VI Feria del Ganado, a fair reviving the Sierra’s livestock traditions with animal exhibits, guided horse and pony rides, and local cuisine, El Escorial (5+, free)
- Robot Dreams, screening of the award-winning animated film about the friendship between a dog and a robot, followed by a presentation and family discussion, CaixaForum (+5
- Eclipses y fases lunares, a family STEM activity plus a museum visit, Museo Lunar (5 to 14)
- Boom, Zas, Cuidado, we’ll learn to draw letters that have fire, ice, or even vibrate, Casa del Lector (6+)
- Arte Urbano, de los orígenes a Banksy, an exhibition on the evolution of urban art through more than 60 original works by artists, Fundación Canal (6+)
- Escuela de circo, juggling, aerial, and balance workshops, Centro Deportivo Municipal Palomeras (6+)
- Mitos Griegos, Greek mythology told for families in the Homeric style, through live narration, gestures, and a few props, Teatros Luchana (6+)
- Laboratorio de texturas, a workshop to discover surprising objects from the daily lives of kings and queens, followed by a craft activity, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
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- Dónde duermen los tejidos, a space for play and experimentation in a large surrealist dressing room, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 16, free)
- Delicias de un sueño, a small-scale show that aims to introduce painting and art to the youngest children, Teatro Tarambana (1+)
- Summer celebration, celebrate the arrival of summer while reflecting on a season of exploring nature, curiosity, and connection, Retiro (3+)
- ¡A ver, un aplauso!, a show for the whole family filled with juggling, magic, puppets, trapeze, and lots of humor, Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella (3+, free)
- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience journeying through three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- Carnaval en la Selva, a fun puppet and live-action show, full of color, music, and laughter, Teatros Luchana (3+)
- El pequeño rey, a children’s musical for the whole family, inspired by the adventures of The Little Prince, Pinocchio, and Alice, Teatros Luchana (3+)
- Festival Hispanoamericano del Siglo de Oro, theater, street performances, and music, Alcalá de Henares (4+, free)
- La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to these symbols, where you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and media, CaixaForum (4+, free)
- Artefacto, el secreto de las cosas, a space for exploring and playing with the poetics of everyday objects through their symbolic associations and “staging,” CaixaForum (4+, free)
- La princesa o no, a story that champions the right to be oneself and reminds us that the world can always be interpreted from different perspectives, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (4+, free)
- Somos Naturaleza, an immersive audiovisual experience featuring images from National Geographic and generative digital art, CaixaForum (4+)
- Montañismo en el museo Madrid, we’ll discover methods for protecting ourselves from adverse weather, finding resources, and developing skills, CaixaForum (5+)
- La orquesta de cartón, performance that invites us to put into practice the key elements of its work: art, electronics, and play, CaixaForum (5+)
- El Huerto Florido, a workshop to learn how to create a mini xeriscape with plants that conserve water and survive high temperatures, Museo Lázaro Galdiano (5+)
- La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- La magia del musical, featuring music by various composers from musicals across the spectrum, Real Teatro de Retiro (5+)
- Venciendo al Monstruo Miedo, a story about self-esteem, emotions, and courage, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- El primer ferrocarril de Madrid cumple ¡175 años!, family workshop, Museo del Ferrocarril (5 to 12)
- Crea tu cuaderno de campo, join us on a tour of Pradolongo and learn to identify various plant species in the park, Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella (6+, free)
- Shhhh… Acción Sonora. Taller de Foley y sonido, a workshop that invites you to dream, create, and discover the fascinating world of cinema, Casa de México (6+)
- Sound & Circus, circus, juggling, and aerial workshops, Matadero (6+, free)
- Noche estrellada: observación astronómica, experience to discover some of the night sky’s most fascinating celestial objects, Matadero (6+, free)
- Batucada que entiende, a vibrant batucada featuring the energetic rhythms of Brazilian music, celebrating both culture and female strength in music, Matadero (6+, free)
- Pasacalles LED, a contemporary circus and LED juggling show, Matadero (6+, free)
- Los símbolos que nos unen: monedas y modelos, learn about the importance of numismatics as a symbol of identity and culture throughout history, Casa-Museo de la Moneda (6 to 12, free)
- El jardín del Reina Sofía, a unique safari where you can hunt for works of art scattered throughout the garden, Museo Reina Sofía (6 to 12)
- Tras la pista del grabado, visit an exhibition featuring a scavenger hunt, followed by a craft workshop, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
- El laberinto del cómic, an interactive installation that turns reading into a physical, playful, and surprising experience, Matadero (7+, free)
- Como si ya hubiera pasado, a journey through time from our own adolescence to that of our grandparents, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (7+, preference for 13 to 18, free)
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- Dónde duermen los tejidos, a space for play and experimentation in a large surrealist dressing room, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 16, free)
- Delicias de un sueño, a small-scale show that aims to introduce painting and art to the youngest children, Teatro Tarambana (1+)
- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience journeying through three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- A qué sabe la luna?, theater for families, Teatros Luchana (3+)
- Aprendiz de golondrina, a play about the metaphor of the transition from childhood to adulthood, Teatros Luchana (4+)
- Artefacto, el secreto de las cosas, a space for exploring and playing with the poetics of everyday objects through their symbolic associations and “staging,” CaixaForum (4+, free)
- Festival Hispanoamericano del Siglo de Oro, theater, street performances, and music, Alcalá de Henares (4+, free)
- La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to these symbols, where you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and media, CaixaForum (4+, free)
- Somos Naturaleza, an immersive audiovisual experience featuring images from National Geographic and generative digital art, CaixaForum (4+)
- La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- Concierto inclusivo, in collaboration with Fundación Sesé, Real Teatro de Retiro (5+)
- Montañismo en el museo Madrid, we’ll discover methods for protecting ourselves from adverse weather, finding resources, and developing skills, CaixaForum (5+)
- La orquesta de cartón, performance that invites us to put into practice the key elements of its work: art, electronics, and play, CaixaForum (5+)
- Los símbolos que nos unen: monedas y modelos, learn about the importance of numismatics as a symbol of identity and culture throughout history, Casa-Museo de la Moneda (6 to 12, free)
- Laboratorio de texturas, a workshop to discover surprising objects from the daily lives of kings and queens, followed by a craft activity, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
- Los artrópodos del huerto, an activity designed for families to explore the world of arthropods, Centro de Educación Ambiental El Retiro (6 to 12, free)
- Pequeños anfitriones: preparando una gran velada, in a small notebook, we’ll jot down our ideas for organizing a dreamy musical evening, Museo Lázaro Galdiano (7+, free)
- El recuerdo de Marnie, film from Studio Ghibli, Cineteca (7+)
- Como si ya hubiera pasado, a journey through time from our own adolescence to that of our grandparents, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (7+, preference for 13 to 18, free)
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- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience traversing three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- Viaje por el Universo, through immersive projections, the audience will discover the seasons, explore the solar system, and learn to identify constellations in the night sky, Parque Santa Eugenia (3+, free)
- ¿Cómo se ve Jolgorio?, participants will decorate tablecloths, work with food, create arrangements, and build small elements to transform the communal table, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
- El gran banquete, a feast of sound, movement, and play to celebrate together the beginning of summer and the arrival of the longest night of the year, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
- Yo te cuento, an oral storytelling activity as part of the Storytelling Festival, Casa del Lector (4+, free)
- Artefacto, el secreto de las cosas, a space for exploring and playing with the poetics of everyday objects through their symbolic associations and “staging,” CaixaForum (4+, free)
- La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to symbols so you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and media, CaixaForum (4+, free)
- Somos Naturaleza, an immersive audiovisual experience featuring images from National Geographic and generative digital art that invites you to reconnect with the planet’s ecosystems, CaixaForum (4+)
- Festival Hispanoamericano del Siglo de Oro, caricatures, workshops, shows, and music at this family-friendly festival, Alcalá de Henares (4+, free)
- Somos lo que comemos, la dispensa de las Islas Filipinas, discover the stories and traditions linked to the food of a unique archipelago, Museo Nacional de Antropología (4 to 6 and 7 to 12, free)
- La pasarela de papel, taller de recortables, a paper-cutting workshop where we become real fashion designers for a day, Museo ABC (4 to 10, free)
- Quijote Kids, a children’s musical full of songs, humor, and adventures that introduces little ones to the world of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, OFF Latina Teatro (5+)
- Robot Dreams, screening of the award-winning animated film about the friendship between a dog and a robot, followed by a presentation and family discussion, CaixaForum (+5)
- La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- Venciendo al Monstruo Miedo, a story about self-esteem, emotions, and courage, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- VI Feria del Ganado, a fair reviving the Sierra’s livestock traditions with animal exhibits, guided horse and pony rides, and local cuisine, El Escorial (5+, free)
- Concierto de la Agrupación Musical Inclusiva, a participatory concert performed by a group of musicians with and without disabilities celebrating inclusion through music, Teatro Real (5+)
- Los sonidos de la Antigüedad, a participatory activity with instruments and live music exploring the sounds of Prehistory, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (5 to 8, free)
- Eclipses y fases lunares, a family STEM activity plus a museum visit, Museo Lunar (5 to 14)
- Voces y ritmos del mundo, a workshop to explore body percussion and concepts such as rhythm, coordination, laterality, attention, and teamwork, CaixaForum (6+)
- Arte Urbano, de los orígenes a Banksy, an exhibition on the evolution of urban art through more than 60 original works by artists, Fundación Canal (6+)
- Música y sonido, a hands-on workshop to discover how sound works and build a musical instrument, Casa de México (6+)
- DEMM26, a concert night as part of the DEMM26 festival featuring some of the most prominent artists on today’s music scene, Matadero (6+)
- Make Me Roll, a party on wheels featuring a roller dance masterclass, choreography creation, and roller disco with 80s music to enjoy skating together,, Parque de Berlin (6+, free)
- Yoga infantil: ¡celebramos el solsticio de verano!, welcome summer with a fun kids’ yoga session at the library, Biblioteca Pública Municipal Iván de Vargas (6 to 10, free)
- Tras la pista del grabado, visit an exhibition with a scavenger hunt followed by a craft workshop, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
- Aprende a observar el firmamento y prepárate para el eclipse, presentation and family astronomy workshop to learn how to recognize the wonders of the cosmos with the naked eye, Casa del Lector (7+, free)
- Circus Ronaldo, a show that blends acrobatics, visual humor, live music, and physical theater into a true celebration of the most human and festive circus, Teatro Circo Price (+8)
- Talleres en el yacimiento arqueológico de La Cabilda, a tour and excavation workshop at a 7th-century Visigothic village where kids label, document, photograph, and sketch the archaeological remains, Hoyo de Manzanares (8 to 14, free)
- Talent show, an afternoon to showcase talents, express, and celebrate each participant’s creativity, organized by Xusera, various public schools in Usera (8 to 14, free)
- Fábrica de historias: el arte de improvisar, a workshop where we’ll become true story hunters. Here we’re not looking for books with predetermined endings, because you decide the plot’s direction, Casa del Lector (9 to 12, free)
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- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience traversing three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- Andresillo y el dragón, a theatrical activity designed to introduce children to cultural heritage, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (3 to 8, free)
- DEMM26, a special performance for all ages that will highlight risk-taking and experimentation, Matadero (4+, free)
- Artefacto, el secreto de las cosas, a space for exploring and playing with the poetics of everyday objects through their symbolic associations and “staging,” CaixaForum (4+, free)
- La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to symbols so you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and media, CaixaForum (4+, free)
- Somos Naturaleza, an immersive audiovisual experience featuring images from National Geographic and generative digital art that invites you to reconnect with the planet’s ecosystems, CaixaForum (4+)
- Festival Hispanoamericano del Siglo de Oro, caricatures, workshops, shows, and music at this family-friendly festival, Alcala de Henares (4+, free)
- La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+
- VI Feria del Ganado, a fair reviving the Sierra’s livestock traditions with animal exhibits, guided horse and pony rides, and local cuisine, El Escorial (5+, free)
- Robot Dreams, screening of the award-winning animated film about the friendship between a dog and a robot, followed by a presentation and family discussion, CaixaForum (+5)
- Eclipses y fases lunares, a family STEM activity plus a museum visit, Museo Lunar (5 to 14)
- Boom, Zas, Cuidado, we’ll learn to draw letters that have fire, ice, or even vibrate, Casa del Lector (6+)
- Arte Urbano, de los orígenes a Banksy, an exhibition on the evolution of urban art through more than 60 original works by artists, Fundación Canal (6+)
- Escuela de circo, juggling, aerial, and balance workshops, Centro Deportivo Municipal Palomeras (6+)
- Mitos Griegos, Greek mythology told for families in the Homeric style, through live narration, gestures, and a few props, Teatros Luchana (6+)
- Laboratorio de texturas, a workshop to discover surprising objects from the daily lives of kings and queens, followed by a craft activity, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
- Circus Ronaldo, a show that blends acrobatics, visual humor, live music, and physical theater into a true celebration of the most human and festive circus, Teatro Circo Price (+8)
- Talleres en el yacimiento arqueológico de La Cabilda, a tour and excavation workshop at a 7th-century Visigothic village where kids label, document, photograph, and sketch the archaeological remains, Hoyo de Manzanares (8 to 14, free)
- El caballero del cisne, immerse yourself in one of his most famous adventures, where love, honor, and bravery come together… but so do cowardice and evil, Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas (10+, free)
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- Dónde duermen los tejidos, a space for play and experimentation in a large surrealist dressing room, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 16, free)
- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience journeying through three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- Festival Hispanoamericano del Siglo de Oro, theater, street performances, and music, Alcalá de Henares (4+, free)
- La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to these symbols, where you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and media, CaixaForum (4+, free)
- Artefacto, el secreto de las cosas, a space for exploring and playing with the poetics of everyday objects through their symbolic associations and “staging,” CaixaForum (4+, free)
- Montañismo en el museo Madrid, we’ll discover methods for protecting ourselves from adverse weather, finding resources, and developing skills, CaixaForum (5+)
- La orquesta de cartón, performance that invites us to put into practice the key elements of its work: art, electronics, and play, CaixaForum (5+)
- El Huerto Florido, a workshop to learn how to create a mini xeriscape with plants that conserve water and survive high temperatures, Museo Lázaro Galdiano (5+)
- La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- La magia del musical, featuring music by various composers from musicals across the spectrum, Real Teatro de Retiro (5+)
- Venciendo al Monstruo Miedo, a story about self-esteem, emotions, and courage, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- El primer ferrocarril de Madrid cumple ¡175 años!, family workshop, Museo del Ferrocarril (5 to 12)
- Crea tu cuaderno de campo, join us on a tour of Pradolongo and learn to identify various plant species in the park, Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella (6+, free)
- Shhhh… Acción Sonora. Taller de Foley y sonido, a workshop that invites you to dream, create, and discover the fascinating world of cinema, Casa de México (6+)
- Sound & Circus, circus, juggling, and aerial workshops, Matadero (6+, free)
- Noche estrellada: observación astronómica, experience to discover some of the night sky’s most fascinating celestial objects, Matadero (6+, free)
- Batucada que entiende, a vibrant batucada featuring the energetic rhythms of Brazilian music, celebrating both culture and female strength in music, Matadero (6+, free)
- Pasacalles LED, a contemporary circus and LED juggling show, Matadero (6+, free)
- Los símbolos que nos unen: monedas y modelos, learn about the importance of numismatics as a symbol of identity and culture throughout history, Casa-Museo de la Moneda (6 to 12, free)
- El jardín del Reina Sofía, a unique safari where you can hunt for works of art scattered throughout the garden, Museo Reina Sofía (6 to 12)
- Tras la pista del grabado, visit an exhibition featuring a scavenger hunt, followed by a craft workshop, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
- El laberinto del cómic, an interactive installation that turns reading into a physical, playful, and surprising experience, Matadero (7+, free)
- Como si ya hubiera pasado, a journey through time from our own adolescence to that of our grandparents, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (7+, preference for 13 to 18, free)
- ROMA: Combates Prohibidos, an immersive experience that transports the audience to the Roman Empire with gladiatorial combat, Hipódromo de la Zarzuela (8+)
- Arco, screening of a French film, a fantastical adventure about empathy, friendship, and the ability to build bridges, CaixaForum (8+)
- VOID, a live audiovisual piece that the artist will transform and manipulate in real time during the performance, Matadero (8+, free)
- Talleres en el yacimiento arqueológico de La Cabilda, a tour and excavation workshop at a 7th-century Visigothic village where kids label, document, photograph, and sketch the archaeological remains, Hoyo de Manzanares (8 to 14, free)
- Water party, a refreshing afternoon of play, laughter, and teamwork organized by Xusera, at various public schools in Usera (8 to 14, free)
- Zona Gráfica con Prospe Not Death, a comprehensive artistic experience that combines urban art, sculpture, and light experimentation, Matadero (14+, free)
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- Dónde duermen los tejidos, a space for play and experimentation in a large surrealist dressing room, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 16, free)
- Piedra, papel o tijera, a show that transforms the classic game into a theatrical and magical experience journeying through three symbolic worlds, La Escalera de Jacob (3+)
- Festival Hispanoamericano del Siglo de Oro, theater, street performances, and music, Alcalá de Henares (4+, free)
- La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to these symbols, where you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and media, CaixaForum (4+, free)
- Somos Naturaleza, an immersive audiovisual experience featuring images from National Geographic and generative digital art, CaixaForum (4+)
- Artefacto, el secreto de las cosas, a space for exploring and playing with the poetics of everyday objects through their symbolic associations and “staging,” CaixaForum (4+, free)
- La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
- Concierto inclusivo, in collaboration with Fundación Sesé, Real Teatro de Retiro (5+)
- Montañismo en el museo Madrid, we’ll discover methods for protecting ourselves from adverse weather, finding resources, and developing skills, CaixaForum (5+)
- La orquesta de cartón, performance that invites us to put into practice the key elements of its work: art, electronics, and play, CaixaForum (5+
- Los símbolos que nos unen: monedas y modelos, learn about the importance of numismatics as a symbol of identity and culture throughout history, Casa-Museo de la Moneda (6 to 12, free)
- Laboratorio de texturas, a workshop to discover surprising objects from the daily lives of kings and queens, followed by a craft activity, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
- Los artrópodos del huerto, an activity designed for families to explore the world of arthropods, Centro de Educación Ambiental El Retiro (6 to 12, free)
- Pequeños anfitriones: preparando una gran velada, in a small notebook, we’ll jot down our ideas for organizing a dreamy musical evening, Museo Lázaro Galdiano (7+, free)
- El recuerdo de Marnie, film from Studio Ghibli, Cineteca (7+)
- Como si ya hubiera pasado, a journey through time from our own adolescence to that of our grandparents, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (7+, preference for 13 to 18, free)
- ROMA: Combates Prohibidos, an immersive experience that transports the audience to the Roman Empire with gladiatorial combat, Hipódromo de la Zarzuela (8+)
- Arco, screening of a French film, a fantastical adventure about empathy, friendship, and the ability to build bridges, CaixaForum (8+)
- Talleres en el yacimiento arqueológico de La Cabilda, a tour and excavation workshop at a 7th-century Visigothic village where kids label, document, photograph, and sketch the archaeological remains, Hoyo de Manzanares (8 to 14, free)
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Not just any ‘ole pizzeria
London, Seoul, Los Angeles and Madrid were the only cities chosen by Pixar to bring to life the beloved Pizza Planet restaurant from its Toy Story movies. Fans can head to Serrano 203 (with a reservation) and enjoy the experience, in collaboration with Papa John’s, where they can also try several new pizzas inspired by characters from the movies.
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A new (and wild) experience
BattleKart is an immersive experience that combines real-life karting and video games with augmented reality. Kids get race on interactive circuits projected onto the track, compete against other players, and experience the thrill of a video game in real life!
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