Get ready for a packed weekend in CDMX! We have a unique cactus festival in Xochimilco, a massive book fair wrapping up, and a sweet chocolate wedding experience you can join. Plus, enjoy free adoption opportunities for your furry friends. Here are the best family-friendly plans for Saturday, Feb 28, and Sunday, Mar 01, 2026.
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Cactus Festival
Laguna de Caltongo, Xochimilco
A unique, family-friendly outdoor market focused on cacti.
International Book Fair at Palacio de Minería
Palacio de Minería
The final day of the massive book fair inside the historic building.
Alice in Wonderland Immersive Experience
Parque Lira
A highly sensory and imaginative world of light and color.
· February 28
7FREE : Head down to Xochimilco for a festival dedicated entirely to cacti. You can buy unique plants and chat with specialists to learn all about these desert beauties. It’s a fun, educational day trip into nature.It’s a unique, free outdoor event happening across both weekend days.
FREE : Support abandoned dogs—specifically those left behind after pilgrimages to Guadalupe—by attending this adoption drive. There will also be charity sales and a major vaccination campaign for your current pets.A compassionate, free event supporting animals, running all weekend.
MONUMENTAL KITES EXHIBITION : Check out gigantic kites—some reaching six meters high—displayed in the MAP courtyard. This year's exhibition pays tribute to the UNAM Central Library's 70th anniversary. It pairs perfectly with the UNAM Kite Festival happening concurrently.This is a visual treat for all ages happening both days.
CHOCOLATE WEDDINGS : If you need a cute, quirky activity, the Chocolate Museum is hosting symbolic weddings where couples exchange cocoa-based rings. While geared toward adults, it’s a fun, unique cultural stop nearby.This is a very niche, one-day-only symbolic ceremony experience available on Saturday.
: Check out robots constructed entirely from electronic and metallic waste—a cool way to promote recycling through art. It’s an interactive environment where kids can learn about energy and sustainability.Interactive and environmental, this exhibition is running all weekend.
: Catch a contemporary, open-air performance of *Black Swan* on the esplanade of Chapultepec Castle this Saturday evening. This is one of the last performances before the run concludes soon.A high-culture event happening outdoors on Saturday night.
DINOSAUR FOOTPRINTS EXHIBITION : Take a short trip to Toluca to immerse yourselves in the Jurassic era through the 'Era Sauria' exhibition. It features roaring dinosaurs and details about their lives, making it perfect for young paleontologists.A dedicated dinosaur event running all weekend near the city.
· March 1
3: This is the final day for one of CDMX's most important book fairs. Explore countless titles across all genres inside the beautiful Palacio de Minería. It’s a wonderful way to spend a quiet afternoon indoors before it closes tonight.It’s the last chance for this beloved annual fair, perfect for older kids and book-loving parents.
FREE : A free event happening early Sunday morning near Teotihuacan. Though details are scarce, the venue suggests some sort of automotive or mechanical event, possibly fun for older kids who like vehicles.It's a specific free event scheduled for Sunday morning.
: Catch the Sunday evening showing of this contemporary, open-air ballet performance at Chapultepec Castle. If Saturday's showtime didn't work, Sunday's performance starts earlier in the evening.Using the Sunday time slot for scheduling variety.
Also On· anytime this weekend
9: Experience Vivaldi’s masterpiece mapped onto the stunning interior of the Sagrada Familia church using incredible lights and sound. It’s a spectacular, family-friendly sensory show ending Sunday.This immersive experience concludes on Sunday, making it a great weekend finale.
FREE : Get hands-on building beautiful LEGO roses and bouquets at this workshop pop-up in Polanco. It’s a fantastic, free activity where you can flex your creative muscles and take photos with your masterpieces.Free, creative, and hands-on workshop activity available both days in a central location.
: Step into a reinterpretation of the Alice universe filled with dazzling light, color, and sound that challenges logic. This immersive journey is perfect for sparking fantasy in young minds.An immersive, fantasy-driven experience available throughout the weekend.
: This show is running all weekend at Stelaris Foro Reforma. While the content isn't detailed, the show name suggests music or performance tributes that might appeal to older kids and teens.It’s running on both days and offers a modern evening entertainment option.
: Turn your walk into a game by becoming an urban detective starting at Parque de la Bombilla. This street escape game is a great way to explore the area while solving mysteries together.Active, outdoor exploration available all weekend.
: Embark on the Magic Mission game starting from the beautiful Plaza Río de Janeiro. It's a great way to engage older kids in exploring the Roma neighborhood while solving puzzles together.Another excellent, active street game option available on both weekend days.
: Hunt for Aztec treasure in the streets, starting from Plaza del Marqués. This street escape activity blends history, movement, and teamwork.A history-themed active game running both days.
: Book a traditional trajinera decorated for your group in the canals of Xochimilco. While this tour includes mariachi and drinks, it’s a classic CDMX family experience you can tailor for a festive ride.A classic Xochimilco experience available all weekend.
FREE : Visit the Anthropology Museum this weekend to see 134 pieces of intricate Chinese silverware, including jewelry and Buddhist reliquaries. A great, free, indoor activity that blends culture and history.Free entry to a major museum featuring a special exhibition running all weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Mexico City this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) there are several great free options: the Cactus Festival in Xochimilco, the Adopt-a-Thon at Estela de Luz, the Chinese Silverware Exhibition at the Museum of Anthropology, and the Ancestral Roots Spirits Event (though focused on adults, the museum setting is nice).
Are there any major cultural events happening this weekend?
Yes, the International Book Fair at Palacio de Minería concludes Sunday and features hundreds of titles. Also, the Monumental Kites Exhibition at MAP celebrates UNAM's library anniversary.
What can we do outdoors that’s active for older kids?
For active exploration, try one of the three street escape games: Urban Detectives (starting at Parque de la Bombilla), Magic Mission (starting at Plaza Río de Janeiro), or Aztec Treasure Hunters (starting at Plaza del Marqués). They run all weekend.
