A busy weekend ahead in Madrid! Saturday is packed with workshops and theatre, especially around Casa del Lector. Sunday sees storytelling for toddlers and a family concert. Don't miss the last chance for some Lunar New Year fun in Usera!
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Chinese New Year Celebrations (Parade/Fireworks)
Usera district
Experience the vibrant parades and fireworks in Usera, the heart of the celebration.
Disney The Exhibition. 100 Years of Magic
Fundación Canal
An immersive indoor experience covering Disney, Pixar, and Marvel.
Cuánto Cuento! (0-3 years)
Vualá - Librería juvenil y infantil
Specific storytelling session dedicated to babies and toddlers under 3.
· February 28
10: Get creative with this family workshop focusing on art direction using cardstock. It sounds like a fun, hands-on activity for artistic kids.It's a confirmed Saturday morning workshop from a cultural center.
: A workshop designed to introduce basic concepts of finance to children. Great for curious kids who ask too many questions about money!It’s a specific Saturday afternoon workshop focusing on an educational topic.
: A perfect activity for bilingual families or those looking to introduce English through story time at a children's bookstore.Specific time slot on Saturday morning at a dedicated children's bookstore.
: A themed magic workshop based on the popular children's book, 'The Gruffalo.' Great for imaginative kids who love stories and magic.Specific themed workshop happening Saturday at noon.
FREE : Attend a free reading party event hosted by Cervantes y Compañía as part of the Leer Juntos festival. A great, low-cost way to spend part of your Saturday.It is explicitly free and happens midday Saturday.
FREE : If you have children in the school age range and are exploring options for British education, this fair is scheduled for Saturday morning.Unique focus on UK schools, great if you have an educational need for this weekend.
: An early start at Casa del Lector for an art-focused family activity.Confirmed 11 AM Saturday activity at the popular Casa del Lector.
BABY STORYTIME WITH PENGUIN KIDS (0 TO 24 MONTHS) : A late afternoon storytelling session specifically targeted at babies under two years old at Casa del Lector.Specific slot for the youngest age group (0-2) happening Saturday afternoon.
CHILDREN'S PLAYROOM: FIRE HORSE (CHINESE NEW YEAR THEME)FREE : A free, themed play session for school-aged children, focused on the Chinese New Year theme this Saturday. Spaces are limited, so call ahead!It's free, themed for the weekend (CNY), and has a specific age range (4-11).
FREE : The main festivities for the Year of the Horse often peak over this weekend, featuring massive parades with dragons and lions in Usera.This is the cultural highlight of the weekend—the main CNY festivities usually fall on the Saturday.
· March 1
2: A hands-on creation workshop happening midday Sunday at the popular Casa del Lector.A confirmed Sunday afternoon slot at a reliable family venue.
: An interactive show combining concerts, gags, and funny situations, confirmed for Sunday.One of the few events explicitly confirmed for March 1st by name.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: An early morning storytelling session specifically for babies at the Letrimagia bookstore on Saturday.Perfectly timed event for families with very young children early Saturday morning.
: A K-Pop inspired musical show that runs on Saturday evenings. If your older kids/teens love K-Pop, this is a must-see this weekend.It's happening specifically on Saturday at a known theater venue.
: Specific storytelling session for babies and toddlers (under 3) on Sunday morning at the kids' bookstore.It is one of the few events explicitly scheduled for Sunday morning for the 0-3 age group.
: A performance running Sunday morning tailored for very young children (0-4).Specific Sunday slot for toddlers (0-4 age range) at Teatros Luchana.
FREE : Visit this non-profit animal sanctuary in Tres Cantos for free on Sunday morning. Booking opens the preceding Monday, so plan ahead!A fantastic free outdoor option that runs every Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Madrid this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) you can enjoy free activities like the Children's Playroom in Arganzuela (Saturday, 4-11 yrs), the 6th UK Schools Fair (Saturday), or plan ahead for the Burrolandia free Sunday visit (booking essential).
Are there any special celebrations happening this weekend?
Yes! The Chinese New Year festivities are peaking, with parades and cultural activities expected in the Usera district throughout Saturday, February 28th.
What's good for toddlers (under 4) on Sunday?
For the littlest ones, Cuánto Cuento! (0-3 years) is running at Vualá bookstore at 11:30 AM, and the show A Frog on the Ice at Teatros Luchana is specifically for ages 0-4.
