Get ready for a busy final weekend of February! Campinas has some great options, including steam train rides on Saturday and a special event for kids on Sunday. Don't miss the free symphony concert or the long-running art exhibit running through March.
See our top picks
Symphony Orchestra Free Farewell Concert
Symphony Hall (Inferred)
A sophisticated, free cultural event on Saturday afternoon.
Fábio Penteado: Petals and Stars Exhibition
Centro de Convivência Cultural de Campinas “Carlos Gomes”
This free art exhibition at the Cultural Center is perfect if the weather turns.
Campinas Half Ride
Maria Fumaça Campinas
A shorter steam train ride on Saturday afternoon, ideal for shorter attention spans.
· February 28
6: Hop aboard the historic Maria Fumaça steam train for the full tour experience. This is a classic Campinas activity that children usually love.It’s a unique, limited-run experience available only on Saturday this weekend.
: If the full ride is too long, take the shorter Maria Fumaça experience in the afternoon. A great way to enjoy the scenery without exhausting the little ones.A shorter train ride option perfect for families with younger children.
FREE : Catch one of the free farewell concerts for conductor Carlos Prazeres with the Campinas Symphony Orchestra. A sophisticated but accessible cultural outing for the whole family.It’s free, it’s local culture, and it runs on Saturday.
FÁBIO PENTEADO: PETALS AND STARS EXHIBITIONFREE : This visual arts exhibition immerses visitors in the work of architect and artist Fábio Penteado. It’s a calmer activity perfect for a Saturday afternoon visit.It runs all weekend and it's completely free for families to enjoy.
: This festival featuring craft breweries and rock shows is running both days this weekend at Galleria Shopping. While focused on beer, these large mall events often have family areas or daytime activities.It’s the final day of the event, offering dining and entertainment options at a major shopping center.
: A performance as part of the 2025 Theater Showcase, running Saturday afternoon. This is a theater production, which might appeal to older children or teens.It's a confirmed theater performance on Saturday.
· March 1
1WORLD PEACE TEMPLE CHILDREN'S EVENT : In-person classes specifically designed for children at the World Peace Temple. It's a fantastic opportunity for kids to engage in peaceful activities.This event is explicitly labeled for children ('para crianças').
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Campinas this weekend?
The best free option for families this weekend is the Symphony Orchestra Free Farewell Concert on Saturday, February 28th. The Fábio Penteado Art Exhibition is also free to enter both days.
Are there any outdoor activities planned for Sunday?
On Sunday, March 1st, you could investigate the Crianças pela Paz Mundial 2026 event for kids, or look into the PEDAL BOM PRA CACHORRO bike ride, although that event is listed as taking place in Bragança Paulista.
What unique activities are happening on Saturday?
Saturday, February 28th is busy: take the Maria Fumaça steam train (Passeio completo or Meio passeio), attend the free symphony concert, or visit the Fábio Penteado art show.
