Things To Do in Madrid with Kids (June 27 – July 5, 2026)

👧👦 Madrid’s Weekend Magic for Kids: June 27th to July 5th
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Hey, parents!

This week we’ve got the very creative SUB25 Festival, the Chupetes Festival for babies, the final days of the Disney exhibition, some very interesting activities at Espacio Quinta where kids are encouraged to come in their pjs, a fable-like satirical puppet show on the current conflicts in society, a workshop to discover dyeing techniques using natural materials, a detective activity at a museum, a zarzuela, a bird banding workshop, another to make natural cosmetics, and more!

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Accessible culture in Madrid

The 5th edition of Piano City will bring more than 50 free concerts to Madrid, in all kinds of spaces, featuring classical, new age, jazz, flamenco, electronic and more. Grab your kids and check out a concert!

This hood knows how to party 

Head to this lively neighborhood’s fiestas for the light and sound show, the fireworks, the face painting, the kids’ workshops, the circus activities, the foam party, the traditional games, the DJs, and much more!

A program for little kids

The 10th edition of the Performing Arts Festival for Babies runs from July 3 to 25 and aims to bring music, dance, poetry and theater to little kids to create sensory and learning experiences full of magic!

  • 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+)
  • 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+)
  • La ardilla Lula y el tesoro del bosque, a children’s theatrical adventure starring a friendly squirrel in search of treasure, Teatro Bululú (0 to 5)
  • La selva, a family show about inclusion, part of the Chupetes Festival, Theater for Babies, Sala Tarambana (6 months+)
  • Juego sonoro para aliñar cuentos, a participatory workshop where families create soundscapes and play with sound to tell stories, Sala Tarambana (2+)
  • Cuentacuentos veraniego, a session of summer stories to spark the imagination of the little ones, Librería Alberti (2 to 6)
  • Disney: The Exhibition. 100 años de magia, a major exhibition tracing a century of Disney stories, characters, and iconic objects, Fundación Canal (3+)
  • Actividades familiares en TresAguas, activities and music at the shopping center, Centro Comercial TresAguas (3+, free)
  • 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+)
  • Crea tu máscara de sueño, we’ll sew and design some masks to add to your collection and share throughout the summer, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • La hora del cuento, stories, poems, and lullabies will be shared in different corners of the center to create little moments of reading and listening, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Arrullos, a cozy space for cuddles, whispers, and gentle play for young children, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • ¿Puedo ver algo?, a selection of short films from the 2025 MICE festival, to create moments of contemplation during a self-guided tour of the center, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Concierto de nanas de verano, a concert of lullabies and gentle melodies to enjoy as a family outdoors, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Sueños de verano, a collective creative space centered on dreams, chance, and surrealist games where visitors can create self-portraits in their pajamas, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Donde duermen los tejidos, a large surrealist dressing room with pajamas and accessories for dressing up, embodying dreamlike characters, and wandering through other rooms, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Lío en la granja, a fable-like satire on the current conflicts in our society, told in a simple way, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (3+, free)
  • La ardilla Lula y el tesoro del bosque, a children’s theatrical adventure starring a friendly squirrel in search of treasure, Teatro Bululú (0 to 5)
  • La selva, a family show about inclusion, part of the Chupetes Festival, Theater for Babies, Sala Tarambana (6 months+)
  • Crea tu máscara de sueño, we’ll sew and design some masks to add to your collection and share throughout the summer, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • La hora del cuento, stories, poems, and lullabies will be shared in different corners of the center to create little moments of reading and listening, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Arrullos, a cozy space for cuddles, whispers, and gentle play for young children, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • ¿Puedo ver algo?, a selection of short films from the 2025 MICE festival, to create moments of contemplation during a self-guided tour of the center, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Concierto de nanas de verano, a concert of lullabies and gentle melodies to enjoy as a family outdoors, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Sueños de verano, a collective creative space centered on dreams, chance, and surrealist games where visitors can create self-portraits in their pajamas, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Donde duermen los tejidos, a large surrealist dressing room with pajamas and accessories for dressing up, embodying dreamlike characters, and wandering through other rooms, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Disney: The Exhibition. 100 años de magia, a major exhibition tracing a century of Disney stories, characters, and iconic objects, Fundación Canal (3+)
  • Actividades familiares en TresAguas, activities and music at the shopping center, Centro Comercial TresAguas (3+, free)
  • Lío en la granja, a fable-like satire on the current conflicts in our society, told in a simple way, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (3+, free)
  • 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)
  • Montañismo en el museo, 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)
  • 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)
  • 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, 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)
  • La ardilla Lula y el tesoro del bosque, a children’s theatrical adventure starring a friendly squirrel in search of treasure, Teatro Bululú (0 to 5)
  • Juego sonoro para aliñar cuentos, a participatory workshop where families create soundscapes and play with sound to tell stories, Sala Tarambana (2+)
  • Disney: The Exhibition. 100 años de magia, a major exhibition tracing a century of Disney stories, characters, and iconic objects, Fundación Canal (3+)
  • Cuentacuentos veraniego, a session of summer stories to spark the imagination of the little ones, Librería Alberti (2 to 6)
  • Actividades familiares en TresAguas, activities and music at the shopping center, Centro Comercial TresAguas (3+, free)
  • 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+)
  • Crea tu máscara de sueño, we’ll sew and design some masks to add to your collection and share throughout the summer, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • La hora del cuento, stories, poems, and lullabies will be shared in different corners of the center to create little moments of reading and listening, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Arrullos, a cozy space for cuddles, whispers, and gentle play for young children, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • ¿Puedo ver algo?, a selection of short films from the 2025 MICE festival, to create moments of contemplation during a self-guided tour of the center, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Concierto de nanas de verano, a concert of lullabies and gentle melodies to enjoy as a family outdoors, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Sueños de verano, a collective creative space centered on dreams, chance, and surrealist games where visitors can create self-portraits in their pajamas, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Donde duermen los tejidos, a large surrealist dressing room with pajamas and accessories for dressing up, embodying dreamlike characters, and wandering through other rooms, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Lío en la granja, a fable-like satire on the current conflicts in our society, told in a simple way, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (3+, free)
  • La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to these symbols, where you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and surfaces, 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+)
  • Montañismo en el museo, we’ll discover methods for protecting ourselves from adverse weather, finding resources, and developing skills, CaixaForum (5+)
  • La orquesta de cartón, this cardboard orchestra invites us to put into practice the key elements of its work: art, electronics, and play, CaixaForum (5+)
  • Tintes Naturales, a workshop to discover dyeing techniques using natural materials, Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella (5+, free)
  • La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
  • El Loco de la Guitarra, a musical show to enjoy with the family, Teatro Real del Retiro (5+)
  • Tras la pista del grabado, a visit to an exhibition featuring a scavenger hunt, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
  • Viaje al interior de la materia, become a detective of the past and discover how cutting-edge science helps solve the great mysteries, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (6 to 12, free)
  • La ardilla Lula y el tesoro del bosque, a children’s theatrical adventure starring a friendly squirrel in search of treasure, Teatro Bululú (0 to 5)
  • Crea tu máscara de sueño, we’ll sew and design some masks to add to your collection and share throughout the summer, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • La hora del cuento, stories, poems, and lullabies will be shared in different corners of the center to create little moments of reading and listening, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Arrullos, a cozy space for cuddles, whispers, and gentle play for young children, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • ¿Puedo ver algo?, a selection of short films from the 2025 MICE festival, to create moments of contemplation during a self-guided tour of the center, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Concierto de nanas de verano, a concert of lullabies and gentle melodies to enjoy as a family outdoors, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Sueños de verano, a collective creative space centered on dreams, chance, and surrealist games where visitors can create self-portraits in their pajamas, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Donde duermen los tejidos, a large surrealist dressing room with pajamas and accessories for dressing up, embodying dreamlike characters, and wandering through other rooms, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+)
  • Disney: The Exhibition. 100 años de magi
  • a, a major exhibition tracing a century of Disney stories, characters, and iconic objects, Fundación Canal (3+)
  • Actividades familiares en TresAguas, activities and music at the shopping center, Centro Comercial TresAguas (3+, free)
  • Lío en la granja, a fable-like satire on the current conflicts in our society, told in a simple way, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (3+, free)
  • La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to these symbols, where you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and surfaces, 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+)
  • La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
  • Montañismo en el museo, we’ll discover methods for protecting ourselves from adverse weather, finding resources, and developing skills, CaixaForum (5+)
  • La orquesta de cartón, this cardboard orchestra invites us to put into practice the key elements of its work: art, electronics, and play, CaixaForum (5+)
  • Vestuario para personajes únicos, a series of workshops that invites participants to dream, create, and discover the fascinating world of cinema, Casa de México (5+)
  • El Loco de la Guitarra, a musical show to enjoy with the family, Teatro Real del Retiro (5+)
  • Laboratorio de texturas, visit to the exposition followed by a craft, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
  • 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, 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)
  • 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)
  • 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, 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)
  • Actividades familiares en TresAguas, activities and music at the shopping center, Centro Comercial TresAguas (3+, free)
  • Disney: The Exhibition. 100 años de magia, a major exhibition tracing a century of Disney stories, characters, and iconic objects, Fundación Canal (3+)
  • La Letrería, a workshop entirely dedicated to these symbols, where you can create your own typefaces using all kinds of materials and surfaces, 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+)
  • Montañismo en el museo, we’ll discover methods for protecting ourselves from adverse weather, finding resources, and developing skills, CaixaForum (5+)
  • La orquesta de cartón, this cardboard orchestra invites us to put into practice the key elements of its work: art, electronics, and play, CaixaForum (5+)
  • Tintes Naturales, a workshop to discover dyeing techniques using natural materials, Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella (5+, free)
  • La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
  • El Loco de la Guitarra, a musical show to enjoy with the family, Teatro Real del Retiro (5+)
  • Tras la pista del grabado, a visit to an exhibition featuring a scavenger hunt, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
  • Viaje al interior de la materia, become a detective of the past and discover how cutting-edge science helps solve the great mysteries, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (6 to 12, free)
  • Anillamiento de aves, an activity to get close up close with birds and learn about scientific monitoring, Real Jardín Botánico (8+)
  • Disney: The Exhibition. 100 años de magia, a major exhibition tracing a century of Disney stories, characters, and iconic objects, Fundación Canal (3+)
  • Actividades familiares en TresAguas, activities and music at the shopping center, Centro Comercial TresAguas (3+, 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+)
  • La magia está en ti, a magic show for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (5+)
  • Montañismo en el museo, we’ll discover methods for protecting ourselves from adverse weather, finding resources, and developing skills, CaixaForum (5+)
  • La orquesta de cartón, this cardboard orchestra invites us to put into practice the key elements of its work: art, electronics, and play, CaixaForum (5+)
  • Vestuario para personajes únicos, a series of workshops that invites participants to dream, create, and discover the fascinating world of cinema, Casa de México (5+)
  • El Loco de la Guitarra, a musical show to enjoy with the family, Teatro Real del Retiro (5+)
  • Laboratorio de texturas, visit to the exposition followed by a craft, Galería de las Colecciones Reales (6 to 12)
  • Zarzuela en la Villa, a show that introduces the zarzuela genre with a fresh, summery staging, Teatro Fernán Gómez (8+)
  • Arte Urbana, an activity that introduces children to the “Urban Art: From the Origins to Banksy” exhibition from a fun and unique perspective, Fundación Canal (10 to 12)
  • Cosmética natural: productos sanos y ecológicos, a workshop to learn how to make natural cosmetics using ingredients that are good for your health and the environment, Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella (12+, free)

Wishing you a weekend full of family fun, minimal chaos, and snacks appearing exactly when needed.

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    Madridwithkids.com
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