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In this edition, we’ve got a family story time inspired by Greek mythology, a show where kids become undercover detectives, several fantastic activities as part of the Titirimadroño festival, the Fiesta de la Trashumancia, a family STEM activity, an art safari at the Reina Sofia, a fascinating movie about wolves and nature, a show for babies about cultural diversity, and more!
Enjoy! Here’s hoping your calendar fills up faster than your laundry basket.
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MY WEEKLY PICK
The National Museum of Natural Sciences is celebrating its 255th birthday with special science workshops, puppet theater, a planetarium, and family activities. Enjoy a weekend full of science and fun, with free admission on Sunday!
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FREE & FUN
Discover imaginative animated and live-action short films made by kids under 12 at the MICE Film Festival. Enjoy a free family-friendly movie experience celebrating young filmmakers, creativity, and storytelling!
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SAVE THE DATE
Mi Primer Festival de Cine, an international film festival for children ages 3 to 12, will run from November 7th to the 22nd, featuring films from around the world, creative workshops, special guests and audience voting.
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Halloween Plans You Can’t Miss
Madrid is getting spooky. Here are 20+ places and experiences to take your little monsters to this month.
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- La ardilla Lula y el tesoro del bosque, join Lula as she discovers the value of friendship and caring for nature, Sala Bululú (0 to 5)
- El cielo de Cloe, a fulldome film where Cloe teaches a fun class where kids learn amazing things about astronomy, Planetario Madrid (0 to 6)
- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a play landscape, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 14, free)
- Nanando, a heartwarming experience that invites kids to discover dreams, imagination, and emotions, Sala Bululú (6 months to 8)
- Entre nanas y corros, sing, play, and discover lullabies, songs, nursery rhymes, and circle games, Imprenta Municipal (1 to 3, free)
- Baby’s First Myth, family storytime inspired by Greek mythology, exploring fascinating characters from the Baby’s First Myth series, StarVal Academy (2 to 6)
- Jugar a construir, build, stack, fit pieces together, and experiment with all kinds of blocks, Espacio Quinta de los Molinos (2 to 9, free)
- El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, and creative activities to discover the body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Talleres infantiles de fin de semana, visit an exhibition related to dance, theater, and music, followed by an arts-and-crafts workshop, Museo del Traje (3 to 6, free)
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- Rita la mariquita, join Rita on a heartwarming adventure filled with songs, games, and discoveries as she learns about friendship and nature, Sala Bululú (0 to 4)
- El cielo de Cloe, a fulldome film session in which Cloe teaches a fun-filled class where kids learn amazing things about astronomy, Planetario Madrid (0 to 6)
- El otoño se enciende, the courtyard will be transformed into an autumnal landscape of experimentation and discovery, La Casa Encendida (0 to 6, free)
- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a play landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation ditches, and shelters, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 14, free)
- Witches, Wizards & Woodland Magic, step into a magical forest and discover nature through games, exploration, and activities inspired by witches and wizards, Retiro (2 to 5, 6 to 12)
- Jugar a construir, build, stack, fit pieces together, and experiment with all kinds of blocks to create huts, cities, landscapes, and little worlds, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (2 to 9, free)
- El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books, and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Bearly Bond Bears Beat Bamboozlers!, join a brand-new children’s theatre show in English where kids become undercover special-agent detectives on a secret mission in London, Sala Komodia (3+)
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- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a playful landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation channels, and shelters, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 13, free)
- Colores Viajeros, a show that introduces little ones to the reality of cultural diversity through traveling colors, Sala Tarambana (8 months to 7)
- The Magic Colours, family theatre in English with music and color, Teatro Sanpol (2+)
- Yo Soy Ratón, enjoy a family concert with songs everyone will want everyone to sing, Colegio Los Peñascales, Las Rozas (3+)
- Fiesta de la Trashumancia, watch hundreds of sheep pass through the streets of Madrid and discover this livestock farming tradition, along with other related activities (3+, free)
- Tren de la Fresa, travel on a historic train with wooden carriages dating back more than a century, from Delicias station to Aranjuez, Museo del Ferrocarril (3+)
- El pirata Malos Pelos, enjoy an outdoor pirate adventure, Plaza de Guardias de Corps, part of the Festival Plaza Vivas (3+, free)
- El flautista de Hamelín, a performance that explores the relationship between art and childhood in depth and invites everyone to reflect together, Teatro Alcázar (3+)
- El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Xarxa/Red, families are invited to take part in creating a large textile, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+, free)
- Encontrados, explore an interactive exhibition of animals and imaginary creatures made from reclaimed wood and reused objects, part of Titirimadroño, Centro Cultural Lope de Vega (3+, free)
- Creación de títeres, take part in a creative workshop to make your own puppets, part of Titirimadroño, Parque Amós Acero (3+, free)
- Pon tu corazón, enjoy a tabletop puppet, hand puppet and clown performance, part of Titirimadroño, Parque Amós Acero (3+, free)
- Kay Robot, join Kay on a puppet adventure about robots, technology and the future of humanity, part of Titirimadroño, Anfiteatro del Parque Amós Acero (3+, free)
- Can I Play Too?, enjoy a story in English about friendship and playing together, followed by a craft, Instituto Internacional (3 to 4)
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- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a playful landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation channels, shelters and agricultural architecture, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 13, free)
- ¿A qué sabe la luna? theater for babies in which animals set out to discover what the moon tastes like, Teatros Luchana (1+)
- Fiesta de la Trashumancia, watch hundreds of sheep pass through the streets of Madrid and discover this livestock farming tradition, along with other related activities (3+, free)
- El flautista de Hamelín, a performance that explores the relationship between art and childhood in depth and invites everyone to reflect together, Teatro Alcázar (3+)
- El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Tren de la Fresa, travel on a historic train with wooden carriages dating back more than a century, from Delicias station to Aranjuez, Museo del Ferrocarril (3+)
- Xarxa/Red, families are invited to take part in creating a large textile, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+, free)
- Villa Zapatos, string puppets, mouth puppets and live music, part of Titirimadroño, Centro Cultural El Pozo del Tío Raimundo (3+, free)
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- La ardilla Lula y el tesoro del bosque, join Lula on an adventure through the forest as she discovers the value of friendship and caring for nature, Sala Bululú (0 to 5)
- El cielo de Cloe, a fulldome film session in which Cloe teaches a fun-filled class where kids learn amazing things about astronomy, Planetario Madrid (0 to 6)
- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a play landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation ditches, shelters, and agricultural structures, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 14, free)
- Nanando, a heartwarming experience for the youngest children that invites them to discover the world of dreams, imagination, and emotions, Sala Bululú (6 months to 8)
- Baby’s First Myth, family story time inspired by Greek mythology, exploring fascinating characters from the Baby’s First Myth series, StarVal Academy (2 to 6)
- Jugar a construir, build, stack, fit pieces together, and experiment with all kinds of blocks to create huts, cities, landscapes, and little worlds, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (2 to 9, free)
- El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books, and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Talleres infantiles de fin de semana, visit an exhibition related to dance, theater, and music, followed by a hands-on arts-and-crafts workshop, Museo del Traje (3 to 6, free)
- Planeta Tierra, a fun puppet show that explores how life began, the creatures that inhabit the planet, and what we can do to protect it, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (4+, free)
- Family Fun Fest, enjoy a morning full of activities and events for the whole family at Retiro Park (4+, free)
- Fiesta de la calabaza, live music, farmers’ market, pumpkin contest, CEA El Retiro (4+, free)
- Artefacto: todos los cuerpos forman el paisaje, play, build, and experiment with your body and sculptural elements to create shared landscapes, CaixaForum (4+)
- Acampada en el museo, spend the afternoon at the museum on a scavenger hunt, then sleep among the exhibits and animals, Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales (4+)
- Intro a la clásica: diver clásica, discover classical music in a fun and engaging way during an outdoor activity, Plaza Turno de Oficio (4+, free)
- La fábrica musical, activity for families, Plaza de las Comendadoras (4+, free)
- Los Meñiques de la Casa y Saritah Bebé: Baila a lo Loco, a children’s show full of music, dance, and popular songs with an energetic production, Gran Teatro CaixaBank Príncipe Pío (4+)
- Mitos griegos para niños, a fun theatrical journey through the most fascinating stories of Greek mythology, adapted for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (4+)
- Galas Circo Atayde, a Mexican circus show featuring acrobats, jugglers, and international performers, a show for the whole family, Teatro Circo Price (5+)
- Misión Eco-Héroes, become a guardian of nature and have fun learning how to care for and protect the park and the environment, Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella (5+, free)
- Clownania, a clown show full of humor, games, and zany situations for the whole family to enjoy, Teatro Tarambana (5+)
- El Principito, travel with the Little Prince across different planets in a theatrical adaptation of Saint-Exupéry’s classic tale, Teatro Sanpol (5+)
- Crea una corona de otoño, storytime followed by a creative workshop to make a decorative wreath inspired by autumn, Librería Rafael Alberti (5+)
- Elias Aguirre, a performance as part of Cuerpo Romo – 11th Contemporary Dance Festival, Matadero (5+)
- Cocinando vanguardia, step into the shoes of a designer to reimagine the world of objects through an avant-garde lens, Museo de Artes Decorativas (5 to 8, 9 to 13, free)
- Ingenieros espaciales, family STEM activity plus a museum tour, Museo Lunar (5 to 12)
- Sesión de experimentación de los colores de las avecinas, explore the colors of the birds by combining nature observation, science, and creative activities, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (6+, free)
- Mirando al techo, mirando al suelo, after visiting the palace, we’ll create a floor design using geometric patterns, Museo Cerralbo (6 to 12, free)
- Sonidos de la Antigüedad, discover what music sounded like in prehistoric times, among the Iberians, and the Celts through instruments and live music, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (6 to 12, free)
- Anillamiento científico, become a scientist for a day and see up close how birds are banded and how this helps in the study of species, SEO Birdlife (7+)
- Taller de anillamiento de aves, observe birds up close and participate in a citizen science activity to learn about their behavior and ecology, Real Jardín Botánico (7+)
- Estructuras infinitas, build triangles, squares, and other shapes using thousands of pieces to create a geometric landscape that changes every day, CaixaForum (7+, free)
- Polaris, a film about James, a tourist penguin from the South Pole, and Vladimir, a funny bear from the North Pole, Planetario Madrid (7+)
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- Rita la mariquita, join Rita on a heartwarming adventure filled with songs, games, and discoveries as she learns about friendship and nature, Sala Bululú (0 to 4)
- El cielo de Cloe, a fulldome film session in which Cloe teaches a fun-filled class where kids learn amazing things about astronomy, Planetario Madrid (0 to 6)
- El otoño se enciende, the courtyard will be transformed into an autumnal landscape of experimentation and discovery, La Casa Encendida (0 to 6, free)
- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a play landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation ditches, shelters, and agricultural structures, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 14, free)
- Witches, Wizards & Woodland Magic, step into a magical forest and discover nature through games, exploration, and activities inspired by witches and wizards, Retiro (2 to 5, 6 to 12)
- Jugar a construir, build, stack, fit pieces together, and experiment with all kinds of blocks to create huts, cities, landscapes, and little worlds, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (2 to 9, free)
- El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books, and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Bearly Bond Bears Beat Bamboozlers!, join a brand-new children’s theatre show in English where kids become undercover special-agent detectives on a secret mission in London, Sala Komodia (3+)
- Zumikids, en la plaza de la Corrala, a musical and playful activity designed for little ones, featuring an hour of outdoor fun, Plaza de la Corrala (4+, free)
- Mary Anning y la playa de los dinosaurios, discover the story of Mary Anning, one of the great pioneers of paleontology, Cineteca (4+)
- HOP, a circus show featuring movement and acrobatics that plays with balance, humor, and imagination, Teatro Circo Price (4+)
- Planeta Tierra, a fun puppet show that explores how life began, the creatures that inhabit the planet, and what we can do to protect it, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (4+, free)
- Artefacto: todos los cuerpos forman el paisaje, play, build, and experiment with your body and sculptural elements to create shared landscapes, CaixaForum (4+)
- ¿Te suena Manon Lescaut, de G. Puccini?, discover the world of opera in a family music workshop featuring stories, songs, mini-concerts, and unusual instruments, Real Teatro de Retiro (4+)
- Mitos griegos para niños, a fun theatrical journey through the most fascinating stories of Greek mythology, adapted for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (4+)
- Tejer la memoria. Danzar los tejidos, a tour of the exhibition followed by a biodance workshop featuring music, movement, and games, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (4 to 9)
- Laboratorio espacial, a family STEM activity plus a museum tour, Museo Lunar (4 to 12)
- Líneas de narrativa, a workshop to explore the languages of fanzines and comics through autobiographical, collaborative, and/or experimental graphic stories, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+)
- Galas Circo Atayde, a Mexican circus show featuring acrobats, jugglers, and international performers, a show for the whole family, Teatro Circo Price (5+)
- Papel: experimentación, workshop to explore materials and work with photocopying, monochrome art, collage, stamps, and accessible printmaking techniques, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+, free)
- Infierno de Dante, discover the exhibition through a participatory tour and round out the experience with a creative workshop, Fundación Canal (6 to 9 and 10 to 12)
- Historias fotográficas. Imaginar en familia, discover how Robert Frank told stories through his photographs, and then create a short visual narrative inspired by your own surroundings, Espacio Fundación Telefónica (6 to 12, free)
- Estructuras infinitas, build triangles, squares, and other shapes using thousands of pieces to create a geometric landscape that changes every day, CaixaForum (7+, free)
- Polaris, a film about James, a tourist penguin from the South Pole, and Vladimir, a funny bear from the North Pole, Planetario Madrid (7+)
- Maratón de fanzines. Edición colectiva, a collaborative workshop to organize, edit, and develop a shared fanzine, serving as an intensive space for shared creation, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (7 to 18)
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- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a playful landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation channels, and agricultural architecture, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 13, free)
- Colores Viajeros, a show that introduces little ones to the reality of cultural diversity through traveling colors, Sala Tarambana (8 months to 7)
- The Magic Colours, family theatre in English with music and color, Teatro Sanpol (2+)
- Yo Soy Ratón, enjoy a family concert with songs everyone will want everyone to sing, Colegio Los Peñascales, Las Rozas (3+)
- Fiesta de la Trashumancia, watch hundreds of sheep pass through the streets of Madrid and discover this livestock farming tradition, along with other related activities (3+, free)
- Tren de la Fresa, travel on a historic train with wooden carriages dating back more than a century, from Delicias station to Aranjuez, Museo del Ferrocarril (3+)
- El pirata Malos Pelos, enjoy an outdoor pirate adventure, Plaza de Guardias de Corps, part of the Festival Plaza Vivas (3+, free)
- El flautista de Hamelín, a performance that explores the relationship between art and childhood in depth and invites everyone to reflect together, Teatro Alcázar (3+)
- El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Xarxa/Red, families are invited to take part in creating a large textile, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+, free)
- Encontrados, explore an interactive exhibition of animals and imaginary creatures made from reclaimed wood and reused objects, part of Titirimadroño, Centro Cultural Lope de Vega (3+, free)
- Creación de títeres, take part in a creative workshop to make your own puppets, part of Titirimadroño, Parque Amós Acero (3+, free)
- Pon tu corazón, enjoy a tabletop puppet, hand puppet and clown performance, part of Titirimadroño, Parque Amós Acero (3+, free)
- Kay Robot, join Kay on a puppet adventure about robots, technology and the future of humanity, part of Titirimadroño, Anfiteatro del Parque Amós Acero (3+, free)
- Can I Play Too?, enjoy a story in English about friendship and playing together, followed by a craft, Instituto Internacional (3 to 4)
- Títeres a cielo abierto 2026, enjoy a variety show featuring puppets, surprising characters, humor and audience interaction, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (4+, free)
- Artefacto: todos los cuerpos forman el paisaje, a workshop that invites participants to imagine and create shared landscapes using their own bodies, CaixaForum (4+)
- Mitos griegos para niños, an entertaining theatrical journey through the most fascinating stories of Greek mythology, adapted for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (4+)
- Mira y siente los insectos, get up close and personal with live tropical insects, including leaf insects, stick insects, spiny stick insects and many other fascinating species, Insect Park (4+)
- Viaje por el sistema solar, discover the planets and secrets of the solar system through a family-friendly STEM experience, followed by a museum visit, Museo Lunar (4 to 14)
- Cortometrajes de animación y ficción realizados por menores de 12 años – Festival MICE, enjoy animated and live-action short films created by children, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+, free)
- Proyección cortos – Festival MICE, discover a selection of professional animated and live-action short films to enjoy with the family, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+, free)
- Historia de una muñeca abandonada, a puppet and live music performance about caring for things, reusing them and recognizing their value, part of Titirimadroño, Centro Cultural Lope de Vega (5+, free)
- La danza del metal, an interactive installation featuring a carousel and games made from recycled materials, part of Titirimadroño, Parque Amos Acero (5+, free)
- Someone just like you, enjoy a shared reading in English and take part in an activity related to the story, Instituto Internacional (5 to 7)
- Cuaderno de otoño 26/27, create an exploration notebook to draw, take notes and collect little observations about the park, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (6+)
- Visitas mediadas Arias-Picasso, discover the friendship between Pablo Picasso and his barber, Eugenio Arias, through an interactive guided visit, Museo Picasso-Colección Eugenio Arias, Buitrago del Lozoya (6+, free)
- Safari de criaturas invisibles, become an explorer and investigate the invisible creatures that inhabit works of art, Museo Reina Sofía (6 to 12)
- Estructuras infinitas, build triangles, squares and other shapes using thousands of pieces to create a geometric landscape that changes every day, CaixaForum (7+, free)
- Crea tus propios libros, discover how books have evolved and learn about some of the formats used by different cultures, Imprenta Municipal de Madrid (7 to 10, free)
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- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a playful landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation channels, and agricultural architecture, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 13, free)
- ¿A qué sabe la luna? theater for babies in which animals set out to discover what the moon tastes like, Teatros Luchana (1+)
- Fiesta de la Trashumancia, watch hundreds of sheep pass through the streets of Madrid and discover this livestock farming tradition, along with other related activities (3+, free)
- El flautista de Hamelín, a performance that explores the relationship between art and childhood in depth and invites everyone to reflect together, Teatro Alcázar (3+)
- El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Tren de la Fresa, travel on a historic train with wooden carriages dating back more than a century, from Delicias station to Aranjuez, Museo del Ferrocarril (3+)
- Xarxa/Red, families are invited to take part in creating a large textile, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+, free)
- Villa Zapatos, string puppets, mouth puppets and live music, part of Titirimadroño, Centro Cultural El Pozo del Tío Raimundo (3+, free)
- Mitos y leyendas, discover the myths and legends surrounding the animals featured in the workshop, accompanied by expert animal behaviorists, Insect Park (4+)
- Mitos griegos para niños, an entertaining theatrical journey through the most fascinating stories of Greek mythology, adapted for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (4+)
- Títeres a cielo abierto 2026, enjoy a variety show featuring puppets, surprising characters, humor and audience interaction, Teatro de Títeres de El Retiro (4+, free)
- Viaje por el sistema solar, discover the planets and secrets of the solar system through a family-friendly STEM experience, followed by a museum visit, Museo Lunar (4 to 14)
- Artefacto: todos los cuerpos forman el paisaje, a workshop that invites participants to imagine and create shared landscapes using their own bodies, CaixaForum (4+)
- Cortometrajes de animación y ficción realizados por menores de 12 años – Festival MICE, enjoy animated and live-action short films created by children, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+, free)
- Proyección cortos – Festival MICE, discover a selection of professional animated and live-action short films to enjoy with the family, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+, free)
- Durmiendo con lobos, discover a cinematic experience exploring the world of wolves, nature and coexistence between humans and animals, Cineteca (5+)
- La danza del metal, an interactive installation featuring a carousel and games made from recycled materials, part of Titirimadroño, Parque Amos Acero (5+, free)
- Esa calabaza me está mirando, a fun workshop all about pumpkins in the garden, Real Jardín Botánico (5+)
- Cuaderno de otoño 26/27, create an exploration notebook to draw, take notes and collect little observations about the park, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (6+)
- Historias fotográficas: imaginar en familia, visit the Robert Frank & The Americans exhibition, followed by a workshop, Espacio Fundación Telefónica (6 to 12, free)
- Mariposas del jardín, discover the fascinating world of butterflies, learn how to observe and identify them, and find out about their important role as pollinators, Real Jardín Botánico (7+)
- Estructuras infinitas, build triangles, squares and other shapes using thousands of pieces to create a geometric landscape that changes every day, CaixaForum (7+, free)
- Anillamiento científico de aves, discover alongside expert ornithologists how birds are ringed and how this technique helps researchers study their movements, SEO/BirdLife (7+)
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- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a play landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation ditches, shelters, and agricultural structures, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 14, free)
- Nanando, a heartwarming experience for the youngest children that invites them to discover the world of dreams, imagination, and emotions, Sala Bululú (6 months to 8)
- Jugar a construir, build, stack, fit pieces together, and experiment with all kinds of blocks to create huts, cities, landscapes, and little worlds, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (2 to 9, free)
- El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books, and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Fiesta de la calabaza, live music, farmers’ market, pumpkin contest, CEA El Retiro (4+, free)
- Family Fun Fest, enjoy a morning full of activities and events for the whole family at Retiro Park (4+, free)
- Artefacto: todos los cuerpos forman el paisaje, play, build, and experiment with your body and sculptural elements to create shared landscapes, CaixaForum (4+)
- Acampada en el museo, spend the afternoon at the museum on a scavenger hunt, then sleep among the exhibits and animals, Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales (4+)
- Intro a la clásica: diver clásica, discover classical music in a fun and engaging way during an outdoor activity, Plaza Turno de Oficio (4+, free)
- La fábrica musical, activity for families, Plaza de las Comendadoras (4+, free)
- Mitos griegos para niños, a fun theatrical journey through the most fascinating stories of Greek mythology, adapted for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (4+)
- Galas Circo Atayde, a Mexican circus show featuring acrobats, jugglers, and international performers, a show for the whole family, Teatro Circo Price (5+)
- Misión Eco-Héroes, become a guardian of nature and have fun learning how to care for and protect the park and the environment, Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella (5+, free)
- Clownania, a clown show full of humor, games, and zany situations for the whole family to enjoy, Teatro Tarambana (5+)
- El Principito, travel with the Little Prince across different planets in a theatrical adaptation of Saint-Exupéry’s classic tale, Teatro Sanpol (5+)
- Crea una corona de otoño, storytime followed by a creative workshop to make a decorative wreath inspired by autumn, Librería Rafael Alberti (5+)
- Elias Aguirre, a performance as part of Cuerpo Romo – 11th Contemporary Dance Festival, Matadero (5+)
- Cocinando vanguardia, step into the shoes of a designer to reimagine the world of objects through an avant-garde lens, Museo de Artes Decorativas (5 to 8, 9 to 13, free)
- Ingenieros espaciales, family STEM activity plus a museum tour, Museo Lunar (5 to 12)
- Sesión de experimentación de los colores de las avecinas, explore the colors of the birds by combining nature observation, science, and creative activities, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (6+, free)
- Mirando al techo, mirando al suelo, after visiting the palace, we’ll create a floor design using geometric patterns, Museo Cerralbo (6 to 12, free)
- Sonidos de la Antigüedad, discover what music sounded like in prehistoric times, among the Iberians, and the Celts through instruments and live music, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (6 to 12, free)
- Anillamiento científico, become a scientist for a day and see up close how birds are banded and how this helps in the study of species, SEO Birdlife (7+)
- Taller de anillamiento de aves, observe birds up close and participate in a citizen science activity to learn about their behavior and ecology, Real Jardín Botánico (7+)
- Estructuras infinitas, build triangles, squares, and other shapes using thousands of pieces to create a geometric landscape that changes every day, CaixaForum (7+, free)
- Polaris, a film about James, a tourist penguin from the South Pole, and Vladimir, a funny bear from the North Pole, Planetario Madrid (7+)
- ¡Manos a la tierra! Excava y restaura el pasado, discover how archaeologists and conservators work with a museum tour, archaeological dig, and conservation workshop, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (8 to 12)
- Introducción al videomapping, discover how projections work on three-dimensional surfaces and create your own video mapping design, Espacio Fundación Telefónica (9 to 18, free)
- Animek2: Retrospectiva Miyazaki, a film series dedicated to the cinematic universe of Hayao Miyazaki; this time featuring Kaze Tachinu, Cine Paz (12+)
- Empaque, a show that blends circus, flamenco, and humor through contemporary storytelling that brings together movement, rhythm, and poetry, multiple venues (12+, free)
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- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a play landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation ditches, shelters, and agricultural structures, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 14, free)
- Witches, Wizards & Woodland Magic, step into a magical forest and discover nature through games, exploration, and activities inspired by witches and wizards, Retiro (2 to 5, 6 to 12)
- Jugar a construir, build, stack, fit pieces together, and experiment with all kinds of blocks to create huts, cities, landscapes, and little worlds, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (2 to 9, free)
- El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books, and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Mary Anning y la playa de los dinosaurios, discover the story of Mary Anning, one of the great pioneers of paleontology, Cineteca (4+)
- HOP, a circus show featuring movement and acrobatics that plays with balance, humor, and imagination, Teatro Circo Price (4+)
- Artefacto: todos los cuerpos forman el paisaje, play, build, and experiment with your body and sculptural elements to create shared landscapes, CaixaForum (4+)
- ¿Te suena Manon Lescaut, de G. Puccini?, discover the world of opera in a family music workshop featuring stories, songs, mini-concerts, and unusual instruments, Real Teatro de Retiro (4+)
- Mitos griegos para niños, a fun theatrical journey through the most fascinating stories of Greek mythology, adapted for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (4+)
- Tejer la memoria. Danzar los tejidos, a tour of the exhibition followed by a biodance workshop featuring music, movement, and games, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (4 to 9)
- Laboratorio espacial, a family STEM activity plus a museum tour, Museo Lunar (4 to 12)
- Líneas de narrativa, a workshop to explore the languages of fanzines and comics through autobiographical, collaborative, and/or experimental graphic stories, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+)
- Galas Circo Atayde, a Mexican circus show featuring acrobats, jugglers, and international performers, a show for the whole family, Teatro Circo Price (5+)
- Papel: experimentación, workshop to explore materials and work with photocopying, monochrome art, collage, stamps, and accessible printmaking techniques, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+, free)
- Infierno de Dante, discover the exhibition through a participatory tour and round out the experience with a creative workshop, Fundación Canal (6 to 9 and 10 to 12)
- Historias fotográficas. Imaginar en familia, discover how Robert Frank told stories through his photographs, and then create a short visual narrative inspired by your own surroundings, Espacio Fundación Telefónica (6 to 12, free)
- Estructuras infinitas, build triangles, squares, and other shapes using thousands of pieces to create a geometric landscape that changes every day, CaixaForum (7+, free)
- Polaris, a film about James, a tourist penguin from the South Pole, and Vladimir, a funny bear from the North Pole, Planetario Madrid (7+)
- Maratón de fanzines. Edición colectiva, a collaborative workshop to organize, edit, and develop a shared fanzine, serving as an intensive space for shared creation, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (7 to 18)
- Compromisos del no ver, a zarzuela that combines music, theater, and research to bring the operatic genre to today’s audience, Centro Cultural Paco de Lucia (10+, free)
- Empaque, a show that blends circus, flamenco, and humor through contemporary storytelling that brings together movement, rhythm, and poetry, multiple venues (12+, free)
- Animek2: Retrospectiva Miyazaki, a film series dedicated to the cinematic universe of Hayao Miyazaki; this time featuring Kaze Tachinu, Cine Paz (12+)
- Cosmética natural, discover the plants traditionally used to make cosmetic products and create your own natural formulations, Real Jardín Botánico (14+)
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- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a playful landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation channels, and agricultural architecture, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 13, free)
- Fiesta de la Trashumancia, watch hundreds of sheep pass through the streets of Madrid and discover this livestock farming tradition, along with other related activities (3+, free)
- Tren de la Fresa, travel on a historic train with wooden carriages dating back more than a century, from Delicias station to Aranjuez, Museo del Ferrocarril (3+)
- Espacio de aprendizaje: El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Xarxa/Red, families are invited to take part in creating a large textile, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+, free)
- Encontrados, explore an interactive exhibition of animals and imaginary creatures made from reclaimed wood and reused objects, part of Titirimadroño, Centro Cultural Lope de Vega (3+, free)
- Creación de títeres, take part in a creative workshop to make your own puppets, part of Titirimadroño, Parque Amós Acero (3+, free)
- Pon tu corazón, enjoy a tabletop puppet, hand puppet and clown performance, part of Titirimadroño, Parque Amós Acero (3+, free)
- Kay Robot, join Kay on a puppet adventure about robots, technology and the future of humanity, part of Titirimadroño, Anfiteatro del Parque Amós Acero (3+, free)
- Artefacto: todos los cuerpos forman el paisaje, a workshop that invites participants to imagine and create shared landscapes using their own bodies, CaixaForum (4+)
- Mitos griegos para niños, an entertaining theatrical journey through the most fascinating stories of Greek mythology, adapted for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (4+)
- Mira y siente los insectos, get up close and personal with live tropical insects, including leaf insects, stick insects, spiny stick insects and many other fascinating species, Insect Park (4+)
- Viaje por el sistema solar, discover the planets and secrets of the solar system through a family-friendly STEM experience, followed by a museum visit, Museo Lunar (4 a 14)
- Cortometrajes de animación y ficción realizados por menores de 12 años – Festival MICE, enjoy animated and live-action short films created by children, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+, free)
- Proyección cortos – Festival MICE, discover a selection of professional animated and live-action short films to enjoy with the family, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+, free)
- Historia de una muñeca abandonada, a puppet and live music performance about caring for things, reusing them and recognizing their value, part of Titirimadroño, Centro Cultural Lope de Vega (5+, free)
- La danza del metal, an interactive installation featuring a carousel and games made from recycled materials, part of Titirimadroño, Parque Amos Acero (5+, free)
- Cuaderno de otoño 26/27, create an exploration notebook to draw, take notes and collect little observations about the park, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (6+)
- Visitas mediadas Arias-Picasso, discover the friendship between Pablo Picasso and his barber, Eugenio Arias, through an interactive guided visit, Museo Picasso-Colección Eugenio Arias, Buitrago del Lozoya (6+, free)
- Safari de criaturas invisibles, become an explorer and investigate the invisible creatures that inhabit works of art, Museo Reina Sofía (6 to 12)
- Estructuras infinitas, build triangles, squares and other shapes using thousands of pieces to create a geometric landscape that changes every day, CaixaForum (7+, free)
- Crea tus propios libros, discover how books have evolved and learn about some of the formats used by different cultures, Imprenta Municipal de Madrid (7 to 10, free)
- Lê Quan Ninh, discover an experimental musical performance focused on sound exploration and listening, CentroCentro (8+)
- Hilando espartos, discover traditional esparto grass weaving techniques and learn about this craft through a hands-on activity, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (8 to 12)
- Una película, una imagen: sesión familiar, explore film and images through a creative family activity, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (8 to 12)
- De mayor quiero ser…mosaista, discover and admire Roman mosaics, learn about the techniques used to make them and the images used to decorate them, then create your own mosaic, Museo Arqueológico Nacional (9 to 11)
- Gravity & other myths: The Mirror, be amazed by a contemporary circus performance featuring spectacular acrobatics, music and humor, Teatro Circo Price (15+)
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- Huerta en construcción, explore and transform a playful landscape inspired by vegetable gardens, irrigation channels, and shelters, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (0 to 13, free)
- Fiesta de la Trashumancia, watch hundreds of sheep pass through the streets of Madrid and discover this livestock farming tradition, along with other related activities (3+, free)
- Espacio de aprendizaje: El cuerpo humano, experiment with anatomical models, microscopes, magnifying glasses, books and creative activities to discover the human body, CaixaForum (3+, free)
- Tren de la Fresa, travel on a historic train with wooden carriages dating back more than a century, from Delicias station to Aranjuez, Museo del Ferrocarril (3+)
- Xarxa/Red, families are invited to take part in creating a large textile, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (3+, free)
- Mitos y leyendas, discover the myths and legends surrounding the animals featured in the workshop, accompanied by expert animal behaviorists, Insect Park (4+)
- Mitos griegos para niños, an entertaining theatrical journey through the most fascinating stories of Greek mythology, adapted for the whole family, Teatros Luchana (4+)
- Viaje por el sistema solar, discover the planets and secrets of the solar system through a family-friendly STEM experience, followed by a museum visit, Museo Lunar (4 to 14)
- Artefacto: todos los cuerpos forman el paisaje, a workshop that invites participants to imagine and create shared landscapes using their own bodies, CaixaForum (4+)
- Cortometrajes de animación y ficción realizados por menores de 12 años – Festival MICE, enjoy animated and live-action short films created by children, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+, free)
- Proyección cortos – Festival MICE, discover a selection of professional animated and live-action short films to enjoy with the family, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (5+, free)
- Durmiendo con lobos, discover a cinematic experience exploring the world of wolves, nature and coexistence between humans and animals, Cineteca (5+)
- La danza del metal, an interactive installation featuring a carousel and games made from recycled materials, part of Titirimadroño, Parque Amos Acero (5+, free)
- Esa calabaza me está mirando, a fun workshop all about pumpkins in the garden, Real Jardín Botánico (5+)
- Cuaderno de otoño 26/27, create an exploration notebook to draw, take notes and collect little observations about the park, Espacio Abierto Quinta de los Molinos (6+)
- Historias fotográficas: imaginar en familia, visit the Robert Frank & The Americans exhibition, followed by a workshop, Espacio Fundación Telefónica (6 to 12, free)
- Mariposas del jardín, discover the fascinating world of butterflies, learn how to observe and identify them, and find out about their important role as pollinators, Real Jardín Botánico (7+)
- Estructuras infinitas, build triangles, squares and other shapes using thousands of pieces to create a geometric landscape that changes every day, CaixaForum (7+, free)
- Anillamiento científico de aves, discover alongside expert ornithologists how birds are ringed and how this technique helps researchers study their movements, SEO/BirdLife (7+)
- Reciclaje, a family scavenger hunt, La Cabaña de Retiro (8+, free)
- Taller de papiroflexia, learn to create paper figures using simple folding techniques in this workshop, Biblioteca Pública Municipal Iván de Vargas (8 to 10, free)
- Gravity & other myths: The Mirror, be amazed by a contemporary circus performance featuring spectacular acrobatics, music and humor, Teatro Circo Price (15+)
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An adventure like no other
Step into the magical world of Neverland at Espacio Delicias, where pirates, lost children and fantastical creatures await. Explore immersive sets, interact with characters and enjoy a spectacular live show combining contemporary theater and acrobatics. A magical adventure for the whole family, bringing the timeless story of Peter Pan to life!
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A pop culture trip to Japan
Discover Made in Japan at Madrid’s Wax Museum, a fascinating exhibition celebrating Japanese pop culture through manga, anime, video games and collectibles. Meet life-size characters like Totoro, Naruto and Doraemon, admire the iconic Akira motorcycle, and explore classic consoles, original artwork and toys spanning decades. A must-visit for anime fans and families who love Japanese culture!
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