Get ready for a fun-packed final weekend of February and start of March in Gijón! We have dinosaur digs, massive music concerts for kids, and plenty of free community fun, including Antroxu festivities kicking off.
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Artisan and Organic Market
Plaza Mayor
Free browsing and local treats in the city center on Saturday and Sunday.
TOON STORY: Animated Film Soundtracks Concert
Laboral Theater, Gijón
Epic live orchestra playing music from Disney and Pixar films on Sunday evening.
Pica Pica: Mundo Pica Pica Show
Teatro de la Laboral, Gijón
High-energy Saturday afternoon concert featuring beloved children's hits.
· February 28
5: The popular children's group Pica Pica is in town Saturday afternoon! Expect all their greatest hits like 'The Fruit Dance' in this high-energy show guaranteed to get the little ones moving.A prime Saturday afternoon slot for a famous children's entertainment act.
ANTROXU EN DANZA FESTIVALFREE : While technically just outside Gijón in Piloña, this Antroxu (Carnival) day features a community bean stew, parades, and costume contests for both adults and children. A great way to celebrate Carnival!It is a dedicated Carnival event happening on Saturday, perfect for families looking for local festival action.
FREE STREET ICE SKATINGFREE : Take advantage of this free activity by the beach to practice basic skating skills. It’s a fantastic, affordable way to be active outdoors, rain or shine (check CMI Atalía if it rains Sunday!).It runs every Saturday and Sunday and is completely free, focusing on skill-building for kids 6+.
CLASSIC CINEMA: VIVIR (IKIRU)FREE : Catch a screening of Akira Kurosawa's classic, 'VIVIR (Ikiru)' on Saturday evening. It's a great cultural deep-dive for families with tweens/teens who appreciate classic film.This is an adult-leaning classic film screening but is happening on Saturday evening and fits the 12+ age rating.
: If the weather holds, take the family out onto the mountain for a snowshoe route organized by Coleccionista de Paisajes. A great way to experience winter nature before the season ends!The event is specifically listed for February weekends, making Saturday a likely date.
· March 1
2: The Film Symphony Orchestra is playing live soundtracks from classics like The Lion King and Shrek! With 70 musicians, this is an epic, high-quality experience perfect for kids aged 5 and up.It’s a major, high-production concert happening Sunday evening, ideal for families with slightly older kids.
: Explore archaeoacoustics and learn about the sounds of prehistoric times. Even better, kids will make their own recycled prehistoric instruments to take home!This workshop is listed specifically for February weekends, making Sunday, March 1st a strong candidate for its continuation.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5FREE : Head to the Plaza Mayor for the MAE this weekend! It’s a great chance to browse local crafts and organic produce while enjoying the central atmosphere of the city. Perfect for a mid-day stroll.It runs both days of the target weekend and is a great, central, low-commitment family outing.
: If your kids love dinosaurs, this workshop at MUJA is a must! They get to work as a team to excavate bones and reconstruct a dinosaur skeleton. It's hands-on fun that makes science exciting.It is explicitly scheduled for Saturday, February 28th and is tailored perfectly for primary-aged kids.
: Get hands-on at the Tito Bustillo Rock Art Centre by experimenting with brushes, pigments, and stones. A fun, creative workshop for the whole family.It's an activity confirmed specifically for Saturday, February 28th at a major cultural site.
: This contemporary art exhibition at LABoral explores the link between nature and technology, featuring installations, sound, and video. It closes soon, so catch it this weekend!This is one of the few museum exhibitions confirmed to be running through March 1st.
FREE : Spend a quiet moment contemplating painting and composition at the Museo Nicanor Piñole. This exhibition focuses on what is left out of the frame—great for contemplative older children.Confirmed running until March 1st, making it a good Sunday afternoon cultural spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Gijón this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-Mar 01) there are two excellent free options: the Artisan and Organic Market in Plaza Mayor, and the Free Street Ice Skating session at Playa de Poniente (for ages 6+).
What is happening for Carnival (Antroxu) this weekend?
While specific city-wide parades aren't detailed, the nearest Carnival celebration is the Antroxu en Danza Festival in Piloña on Saturday (Feb 28), featuring costume contests and food.
Are there any big ticketed shows for kids?
Yes, on Saturday you can catch the popular children's group Pica Pica in their Mundo Pica Pica show, and on Sunday afternoon, there is the spectacular TOON STORY concert featuring live orchestral renditions of animated movie soundtracks at the Laboral Theater.
