Get ready for a fantastic end to February in Lugano! This weekend is packed with animation workshops, cultural deep dives, and sports action. Don't miss the free Lugano Animation Days on Sunday or the chance to explore cinema basics on Saturday.
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Guided City Walk
Lugano Center
A free, two-hour morning tour to discover the historic centre on Saturday.
Visit the Museum of Cultures
Museum of Cultures
An excellent indoor space to explore global artifacts on Sunday.
Lugano Animation Days
Studio FOCE
Free stop-motion workshop and screening event explicitly for children on Sunday.
· February 28
7GUIDED CITY WALKFREE : Take a guided stroll through Lugano’s historic core to learn fun anecdotes and discover hidden spots. A great way to get oriented without a pushchair!It’s a free, family-appropriate introduction to the city happening Saturday morning.
JOURNEY INTO THE MAGICAL WORLD OF CINEMA : This Saturday workshop invites kids to delve into the magic of filmmaking. While specific details are missing, any cinema-themed atelier is usually a hit.It's a focused activity specifically listed for Saturday that revolves around media/arts.
HUNDERTWASSER-INSPIRED GREEN LANDSCAPES WORKSHOP : Explore the unique, organic art style of Friedensreich Hundertwasser through a creative workshop focused on green landscapes. Great for kids who enjoy colour and unusual shapes.Offers a specific artistic theme on Saturday that differs from the animation event on Sunday.
SHORTCRUST CARNIVAL MASKS COOKING WORKSHOPFREE : A late afternoon workshop where families can bake and decorate Carnival-themed cookies shaped like masks. It’s a sweet way to end a Saturday!A free, food-focused activity happening Saturday afternoon, perfect for the Carnival season.
: This is one of the region's major international winter sporting events—likely professional tennis or similar high-level competition. Great for older kids or teens interested in sports.It's a large-scale sporting event happening all weekend at the Exhibition Center.
: Lugano kicks off the Swiss comic festival season this weekend. If your kids love graphic novels, this is a must-visit cultural stop.A major cultural festival opening on Saturday, providing a great indoor option.
: A Saturday activity focused on nature where kids can learn to identify animal tracks left in the snow. If there’s late-season snow, this is magical.A dedicated nature activity listed for Saturday, though it requires travel outside Lugano center to Campra.
· March 1
3FREE : Spend the afternoon learning stop motion animation techniques in a fun workshop, followed by a screening of short animated films. Perfect for sparking creativity in young viewers.It is explicitly geared toward families and offers hands-on creative fun in Lugano center.
: Catch 'The Tale of Peter' at Teatro Foce on Sunday afternoon. This sounds like a family-friendly theatrical performance.A dedicated theatre show for families listed for Sunday afternoon in a known venue.
: A family workshop inspired by Tinguely, inviting participants to touch, listen, and play with melodies. A great hands-on artistic experience.A dedicated family workshop related to art, listed specifically for Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: An engaging workshop focused on integrating basic electrical circuits directly onto textiles. Fantastic hands-on science for curious kids.A unique STEM-adjacent activity listed for Sunday in the Lugano vicinity.
: This activity is labeled 'OpenSunday' in Lugano. Since the details are sparse, expect a general recreational activity sponsored by a local group.It is specifically located *in* Lugano and running on Sunday.
FREE : Visit this quaint museum featuring regional natural history exhibits, including a great mushroom collection. It's open Saturday morning and afternoon.It is explicitly open on Saturday and offers free entry, making it an easy weekend option.
FREE : Take the kids for a refreshing walk through Lugano’s most beautiful park. It features expansive lawns and a playground with a castle structure.It’s a reliable, free, central outdoor space available all day Saturday.
: If the weather turns, head indoors to explore fascinating artifacts from cultures around the globe. A great educational option for Sunday.It’s a substantial indoor cultural attraction available on Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Lugano this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-Mar 01) there are two free options in Lugano: the Guided City Walk on Saturday morning, and the family-focused Lugano Animation Days (workshop and screening) on Sunday afternoon.
Are there any messy or food-related activities for kids?
Yes, on Saturday you can join the Shortcrust Carnival Masks Cooking Workshop in the evening. On Sunday, there is a Tinguely-inspired family workshop, though food isn't explicitly guaranteed.
What is happening on Sunday afternoon for families?
The best bet is the Lugano Animation Days at Studio FOCE (free workshop/screening), or you could see 'The Tale of Peter Show' at Teatro Foce.
