This final weekend of February 2026 is packed! Don't miss the tail end of major cultural happenings like MuseoCity and the ongoing Chinese New Year celebrations. We also have hands-on cooking workshops, immersive space adventures, and a special puppet show perfect for a rainy afternoon.
See our top picks
Chinese New Year Festivities Continue
Via Paolo Sarpi
Soak up the lively, festive atmosphere in Milan's Chinatown for free.
Immersive Impossible Museum Experience
CARTIERE VANNUCCI
Step inside art and illusions in this fully indoor, engaging experience.
Balloon Museum
Not specified
A unique, colorful, and tactile world made entirely of balloons.
· February 28
6: Part of the 25th Puppet Theatre Festival, enjoy a classic story reimagined with puppets: 'La gatta cenerentola' (Cinderella the Cat). A lovely, contained activity for younger audiences.It’s a specific, timed theatrical performance explicitly for children during the busy fashion week weekend.
FREE : Milan is still dressed in red and gold celebrating the Lunar New Year! While the main parade was last weekend, the atmosphere remains vibrant in Via Paolo Sarpi throughout the day.It’s a major cultural event that continues through the weekend, offering a lively, free exploration of Milan’s Chinatown.
FREE : A brilliant free workshop combining art and food where kids design their own surrealist menu inspired by Salvador Dalí. Remember to book ahead since it is free!The perfect fusion of fine art and hands-on fun, capped off by being completely free if you reserve a spot.
: A family workshop focused on creating magic using transparency, likely involving materials that play with light and color, tying into the season.It’s a dedicated family workshop (Atelier di Famiglia) tied into the Carnival theme happening this time of year.
: An interactive art event involving 'adhesive vibrations' listed under Children & Youth activities. This could be a very hands-on, tactile artistic experience.Specifically categorized for children/youth, offering a modern, action-oriented approach to art.
: A Saturday morning cooking workshop where the family can learn to make savory breadsticks spiced with turmeric and black pepper. Great for teaching kids basic baking skills.A structured cooking class on a Saturday morning, perfect for a family bonding activity before lunch.
· March 1
4: This is the final day of MuseoCity, where Milan transforms with special openings and workshops celebrating culture, art, and sport. Check their schedule for kid-specific activities happening today.It’s the last chance to catch this city-wide cultural event, offering a huge variety of venues and themes for exploration.
CREATIVE KITCHEN WORKSHOP: OREGANO AND PAPRIKA CRACKERS : Get hands-on in the kitchen making savory crackers seasoned with oregano and paprika. A fun activity where kids can mix, shape, and maybe even taste their creations.A delicious, tactile cooking workshop perfect for a Sunday afternoon activity.
: An engaging activity for kids who love history: explore the Duomo, delve into the archaeological area below, and finish up with a hands-on workshop. Great way to combine sightseeing with learning.This combines the city's main landmark with targeted activities designed to keep children engaged for two hours.
FAMILY ATELIER: TINGUELY - MELODIES IN FLIGHT (TOUCH, LISTEN, PLAY) : A sensory workshop dedicated to the artist Tinguely, inviting families to interact with kinetic art by touching, listening, and playing with sound installations.This workshop focuses on sensory engagement, which is ideal for a broad range of ages, encouraging interaction with art rather than just observation.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: Take the family on an incredible exploration of space through huge projections and bright digital environments. It’s a fully immersive experience that puts everyone right into the action of a space mission.This highly immersive event is perfect for both younger kids and teens looking for an adventure outside the usual museum trip.
: Step directly into fantastic worlds made of lights, visual illusions, and storytelling installations. It’s a fun way to explore art and perspective shifts with the kids.A great fully indoor option where kids and parents physically enter the installations together.
: Catch the final moments of this spectacular 360° digital exhibition where Monet’s art comes alive all around you. It’s a mesmerizing, sensory experience that captivates kids more than a traditional gallery visit.The listing indicates this exhibition runs through March 1st, making Saturday the perfect time to attend this highly engaging digital art show.
: If you need bright colors and soft surfaces, this is the spot. The museum is made entirely of balloons and is open through March 1st, perfect for safe, fun play.It's confirmed running this weekend and offers a unique, visually stimulating, and usually very safe environment for younger children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Milan this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) you can enjoy the free festive atmosphere continuing from the Chinese New Year celebrations around Via Paolo Sarpi, and the very creative (but reservation-required) Dalí-Inspired Surrealist Cuisine Workshop at Kasa dei Libri on Saturday morning.
Are there any special weekend workshops for families?
Yes! Sunday offers a sensory 'Tinguely' family atelier at Mare Culturale Urbano focusing on touch and sound, and Saturday features a breadstick cooking workshop at Cascina Merlata.
What's a good activity if we want to sightsee but keep the kids entertained?
On Sunday, try the 'Little Archaeologists at the Duomo' event, which combines visiting the cathedral with an archaeological exploration and hands-on workshop, making the main city monument engaging for children.
