Family in Madrid.
Kid-friendly events: puppet shows, storytelling, magic, circus, and workshops.
117 events currently running
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Explora y juega Matadero Madrid en Familia
Family exploration game at Matadero Madrid using an interactive map to navigate 100 years of architectural history through games, walks, and bike routes that engage the senses.
STORYTELLING
Comics, Illustrated Albums and Non-Fiction Board Games
Festival at Biblioteca Musical Víctor Espinós showcasing creative works that blend visual storytelling with factual content through comics, illustrated albums, and board games.
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El Real Junior Season
El Real Junior season at Daoíz y Velarde Cultural Centre with 248 performances of music and theatre for children and families from September 2025 to July 2026.
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Play Centre at Centro Cultural Miguel Hernández
Free play sessions for children aged 5 to 12 at Centro Cultural Miguel Hernández in Latina, with supervised games and activities in small groups.
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Play Centre at Centro Cultural José Luis Sampedro
Children's play centre for ages 5-12 at Centro Cultural José Luis Sampedro offering supervised games and activities with free admission, maximum 10 children per session.
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Ludoteca en Centro Cultural Sara Montiel
Free playroom service for children aged 5 to 12 at Centro Cultural Sara Montiel in Latina, offering supervised games and activities in small groups.
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Play Centre at Centro Cultural Fernando de los Ríos
Free children's play space for kids aged 5 to 12 at Centro Cultural Fernando de los Ríos, with supervised activities and games limited to 15 children per session.
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Ludoteca en Centro Sociocultural El Greco
Free board games and table games sessions for children aged 5 to 12 at Centro Sociocultural El Greco in Latina, with maximum of 8 children per activity.
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Ludoteca en Centro Sociocultural Almirante Churruca
Free play sessions for children aged 5 to 12 at Centro Sociocultural Almirante Churruca in Latina, with supervised games and activities in small groups.
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Play Centre at Centro Sociocultural Rosario de Acuña
Free supervised play sessions for children ages 5 to 12 at Centro Sociocultural Rosario de Acuña in Latina, with a maximum of 12 children per activity.
WORKSHOPS
Children's Workshop: One Train Can Hide Another
Children's workshop exploring visual perception and hidden objects using trains as the central motif at Biblioteca Pública Municipal Pío Baroja.
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Robotics Workshops
Free robotics and programming workshops for ages 8-14 at Centro Cultural el Torito with separate morning sessions for younger and older children.
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Saturday Bingo
Bingo sessions at Centro Intergeneracional Río Esmeralda bring together players of all ages for traditional number-calling games in Puente de Vallecas.
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Attraction Zone and Children's Corner
Children's play area with rides and games set up behind the Crystal Palace.
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¿Quieres viajar conmigo?
Espectáculo musical para familias que viaja por las composiciones de Mozart, Satie y Bernstein, interpretadas por una voz y un cuarteto de cuerda. Recomendado a partir de 4 años.
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Espacio de lectura y juego: Soy Asurbanipal
Espacio familiar de libre acceso con libros, juegos y materiales para explorar y aprender sobre arqueología y civilizaciones antiguas. Recomendado para niños y niñas a partir de 3 años.
WORKSHOPS
Ludotecas
Board games and crafts workshop for children aged 4-10 at Centro Sociocultural Alfonso XII, no registration needed, limited capacity.
STORYTELLING
Iconic Madrid. A Story City
Festival at Espacio Cultural Serrería Belga reimagining Madrid's landmarks through visual installations, performances, and interactive storytelling exploring the city's cultural heritage.
STORYTELLING
Meow, Meow with Israel Hergón
Storytelling session with Israel Hergón at Biblioteca Manuel Vázquez Montalbán featuring magical tales and imaginative worlds for children aged three and up.
PUPPETS
Chinese Shadow Puppet Theatre
Shadow puppet theatre performance of 'The Story of the Year,' a Chinese tale about monster Nian, adapted by Irene Jiménez and Instituto Confucio de Madrid at Biblioteca Pública Municipal San Fermín.
STORYTELLING
A World of Stories with Margalida Albertí
Storytelling session with Margalida Albertí featuring magical tales and imaginative characters for children ages 2 to 4 at Biblioteca Francisco Umbral.
STORYTELLING
Magic Tales by Tip Teatro
Storytelling show with adventure tales, humor, and magic at Centro Sociocultural Blasco Ibáñez for children aged 4 and up.
PUPPETS
Nanuk in the Forest of Emotions
Puppet theatre by Sol y Tierra following a polar bear named Nanuk as he meets forest animals, learns to identify emotions, and finds his way home at Centro Sociocultural Tetuán.
STORYTELLING
Stories to Dream
Interactive storytelling session by El Rincón de Los Cuentos at Centro Cultural Federico Chueca for children aged 3 and up.
PUPPETS
Tilde and Vampy: Endless Adventures
Puppet theatre show by Tatira Teatro following characters Tilde and Vampy through magical adventures and stories emphasizing respect for animals at Centro Sociocultural Francisco Fatou.
STORYTELLING
Travellers Between Stories
Children's reading sessions at Casa del Lector combining shared reading, storytelling, crafts, and creative games exploring mythology, adventure, and mystery tales.
PUPPETS
Titerescena
Puppet and marionette performances from specialist companies at Teatro Valle-Inclán, showcasing different theatrical styles and traditions.
WORKSHOPS
The Forest Challenge Children's Game
Children's team game at Taller Matadero where kids spin a wheel answering nature and forestry questions, hosted by Spanish Forest Certification Association PEFC.
WORKSHOPS
The Nature of Objects Children's Workshop
Children identify tree species through interactive panels and learn how forest trees connect to everyday objects, guided by forestry experts at Taller Matadero.
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The World of Bats
Guided workshop at Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella where children learn how bats use echolocation and navigate cities, then craft a recycled bat model.
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Body Marbling with Marionettes - Retiro
Marionette performance combining traditional puppet theatre with body marbling fluid art at Teatro Municipal de Títeres in Retiro Park.
MAGIC
Alucimagia
Magic show for children aged 7 to 12 at Centro Sociocultural Rosario de Acuña, featuring mentalism, card tricks, and audience participation with magician Héctor.
STORYTELLING
Storytelling with Pictograms: Tales and Songs for Children with Diverse Abilities
Storytelling session with pictograms led by Israel Hergón for children aged 4 to 9, featuring tales and songs passed down through oral tradition.
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Stories That Taste of Gloria
Storytelling show by Kamaru company honoring poet Gloria Fuertes, mixing oral narration, puppets, drawings, and object theatre for families.
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Puppet Theatre: Timeless Fables
Cía Títiricuenta performs Aesop's The Tortoise and the Hare and The Ant and the Grasshopper at Centro Cultural La Vaguada through puppet theatre spectacle.
FAMILY
Pulga and Mina, a Small Big Surprise
Two inseparable friends embark on a nighttime adventure at Centro Cultural Casa del Reloj, discovering that optimism brings joy and strengthens friendship.
STORYTELLING
Menu of Tales
Chef Yorch Suflé improvises stories with magic tricks and comedy at Centro Sociocultural Montecarmelo, blending culinary theatre for children aged four and up.
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The Cutest Family in the World
Pablo Gadea's comedy play at Biblioteca Pública Municipal Eugenio Trías follows a young unicorn navigating embarrassingly affectionate parents, celebrating the messy love between families.
STORYTELLING
Baa Baa Black Sheep with Mar Amado
Mar Amado leads a storytelling session in English at Biblioteca Pública Municipal Iván de Vargas, exploring magical worlds and engaging characters for children aged four and up.
STORYTELLING
Balloon Stories
A performer uses balloons to tell interactive stories for children at Centro Sociocultural San Fermín, guiding a participatory narrative over 60 minutes.
MAGIC
Ezequiel the Magician
Magic show for children aged 6 to 12 with Ezequiel el Mago, blending illusions and comedy at Centro Cultural Miguel Hernández.
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The Five Planetary Guide Elements
Workshop on planetary elements and astronomy for children aged 8 to 14 at Colegio Público Gloria Fuertes, combining interactive learning with space science concepts.
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The Five Planetary Guide Elements
Children aged 8 to 14 conduct hands-on experiments at Colegio Público República de Brasil exploring the five elements and their planetary connections through interactive activities.
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The Five Elemental Planetary Guides
Children aged 8 to 14 explore connections between the five classical elements and their planetary guides through interactive activities and guided astronomy lessons at Colegio Público Pradolongo.
MAGIC
Andrés Cañadas Magic Show and Workshop
Magic show by Andrés Cañadas blending comedy and illusion for children aged 3 and up, followed by a hands-on magic workshop at Parque Alfredo Kraus.
PUPPETS
Puppet Theatre: Around the World
Puppet theatre adaptation of Jules Verne's classic by Cambiando Cuentos company, featuring a comedic journey around the world for children aged 5 and up at Centro Cultural Alfredo Kraus.
STORYTELLING
Circocuentos
Multidisciplinary family show by Dúo ImaGinier blending storytelling, juggling, magic, and soap bubbles.
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The Gift of Don Donde
Solo performance by Actores Madrid following a character caught between adult and child identity at Centro Cultural Las Californias.
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Rock In Family - Amazing Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson tribute concert featuring impersonator SacMjj and Jackson's Army dance corps performing hits like Thriller, Billie Jean, and Bad at Teatro Rialto.
PUPPETS
Little Red Riding Hood
Puppet theatre retelling of Little Red Riding Hood by Cía. Tropos Teatro de Títeres, exploring disobedience through comedy.
STORYTELLING
The Fairy Pachamama
Storytelling show for children where the fairy Pachamama must save a polluted river, with kids joining the adventure at Centro Cultural El Pozo del tío Raimundo.
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Alice in Wonderland
Puppet show of Alice in Wonderland by Hilando Títeres for children aged 3 and up, with Spanish Sign Language interpretation, at Centro Cultural Meseta de Orcasitas.
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The Ugly Duckling Puppet Theatre
Puppet theatre adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's classic where a rejected duckling embarks on a journey to find where it belongs, presented by Trastero Títeres.
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Pinocchio, Story of a Puppet
Animated adaptation of Carlo Collodi's classic following a wooden puppet's transformation in Geppetto's workshop, exploring themes of truth and honesty for all ages.
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4º Festival Pies Inquietos. Seres siderales
Ingobernart company guides children aged 2-6 on an imaginary journey through space to the unexplored planet Corbot at Centro Cultural Sanchinarro, using light and creative play to transform the room into a magical environment.
MAGIC
Clean Your Room plus Juggling Workshop
Comedy and magic show for children aged 3 and up by Achus y Chusita, followed by a juggling workshop at Parque Valdebebas-Felipe VI.
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Baby Theatre: Paca the Cow and Her Friend Lea
Baby theatre show by Kazumbo Teatro following Paca the cow and her friend Lea through sounds, colours, and movement at Biblioteca Francisco Umbral in Villaverde.
STORYTELLING
Cuanto cuento
Children's theatre show by Serenditipy Teatro for ages 3 and up, following two characters through fairy tale adventures in verse at Centro Cultural Carril del Conde.
STORYTELLING
Why Monkeys Live in Trees with Mamen Storyteller
Storytelling session in English with Mamen Storyteller at Biblioteca Miguel Delibes where children aged 4+ hear magical tales and adventure stories told in an engaging, playful way.
STORYTELLING
Play with Books with Israel Hergón
Sensory storytelling session led by Israel Hergón for babies aged 0 to 24 months at Biblioteca Pública Municipal María Zambrano, designed to strengthen bonding through early exposure to books.
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The Gruffalo with La Casita de Inglés
La Casita de Inglés presents Julia Donaldson's The Gruffalo at Centro Cultural Buenavista, encouraging reading and English language interest for children from age three.
STORYTELLING
The Small World of Manuel by Menchi Sanz Peluffo
Festival at Biblioteca Pública Municipal José Saramago celebrating illustrator Menchi Sanz Peluffo's distinctive visual storytelling through displays and interactive elements.
STORYTELLING
Why Monkeys Live in Trees with Mamen Storyteller
Storytelling session in English with Mamen Storyteller about why monkeys live in trees, designed for children ages 4 and up at Biblioteca Pública Municipal La Elipa.
STORYTELLING
In Less Than a Rooster Crows with Silvina Rodríguez
Storytelling session with Silvina Rodríguez featuring magical tales and imaginative characters for children aged 3 and up at Biblioteca Pública Municipal Vicálvaro.
STORYTELLING
Rolling Stories with Margalida Alberti
Storytelling session with Margalida Alberti featuring magical tales and imaginative worlds for children aged 4 and up at Biblioteca Portazgo.
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The Queen of Colours with Andrea Ortuzar
Storytelling session with Andrea Ortuzar bringing The Queen of Colours to life for children aged 4 and up at Biblioteca Miguel Delibes.
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The Treasure Chest of Lost Stories with Pingüi
Storytelling session with Pingüi featuring magical tales and imaginative characters for children aged 3 and up at Biblioteca Pública Municipal José Saramago.
PUPPETS
An Untitled Story
Puppet storytelling show by Las Tres Luces Producciones celebrating neurodiversity and inclusion through interactive narratives designed to build empathy among all ages.
STORYTELLING
An African Story with Mamen Storyteller
Storytelling session in English with Mamen Storyteller featuring African tales and magical worlds for children aged 4 and up at Biblioteca Pablo Neruda.
STORYTELLING
123, Hands, Fingers and Feet with Andrea Ortúzar
Baby storytelling session with Andrea Ortúzar using songs, rhymes, and sensory activities for infants aged 0 to 24 months at Biblioteca Manuel Vázquez Montalbán.
STORYTELLING
Juan sin miedo with Mar Amado
Storytelling session with Mar Amado presenting 'Juan sin miedo', a tale of magic and adventure for children at Biblioteca Pública Municipal Iván de Vargas.
STORYTELLING
A World of Stories with Margalida Alberti
Storytelling session with Margalida Alberti featuring magical tales and imaginative worlds for children ages 2 to 4 at Biblioteca Pública Municipal Francisco Ibáñez.
STORYTELLING
Circo y Libro - Cenicienta
Circo y Libro adapts Cinderella at Teatro Circo Price, combining acrobatics, juggling, and theatrical performance with storytelling for children and adults.
STORYTELLING
The Hungry Caterpillar and Friends
Story session for toddlers based on The Very Hungry Caterpillar, featuring frog Juana and dragonfly Pendula, with interactive feeding activities.
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Festival LIBROMAD: Espacio de lectura y juego de Soy Asurbanipal
Espacio de mediación familiar con libros, juegos y materiales para explorar arqueología de forma libre y acompañada. Recomendado a partir de 3 años.
WORKSHOPS
The Book Thief
Storyteller performs a tale about a mischievous character stealing library books, followed by a craft activity for children ages 4 to 8.
STORYTELLING
Letters to the Waves
Illustrated story reading of Letters to the Waves by Ana Margú, winner of the Elia Barceló award, followed by group discussion at Centro Sociocultural Blasco Ibáñez.
FAMILY
Who Lives in Books?
Children's theatre show by Compañía Salto al Vacío bringing classic literature characters to life in an interactive, playful format at Espacio Clara Campoamor in Villaverde.
STORYTELLING
Did You Know the World of Stories Is in Danger?
Two girls battle tablet-zombies threatening to steal children's creativity and save magical storyworlds in this interactive theatre performance at Centro Cultural San Juan Bautista.
STORYTELLING
Tales from the Rose Bush
Storytelling show by Compañía Narra La Rosa for children aged 3 and up, following a magical rose tree and its quirky characters at Centro Cultural Federico Chueca.
WORKSHOPS
Toy Factory
Illustrator Emo Díaz leads a toy-making workshop where you sketch and build your own toys from recycled cardboard, paper, and household materials.
PUPPETS
The Island of Lost Things
Puppet show at Teatro Municipal de Títeres following characters who discover a magical island where lost objects wash ashore, combining colorful sets and adventure storytelling for families.
WORKSHOPS
Crea Body Marbling Family Workshop - Vicálvaro
Family workshop at Auditorio al Aire Libre Recinto Ferial Vicálvaro where participants apply marbled pigment patterns to skin and clothing using water-based techniques.
STORYTELLING
Stories of the Earth Festival
Storytelling workshop led by Ana Matesanz where children and adults share tales about nature at Centro de Educación Ambiental Maris Stella, with option to perform or listen.
STORYTELLING
A Bicycle Ride with Mamen Storyteller
Storytelling session about a bicycle adventure featuring magical stories and imaginative characters for children aged 4 and up at Biblioteca Pública Municipal María Lejárraga.
STORYTELLING
Story Hunt
Interactive story-hunting performance by Tralalart at Centro Cultural Orcasur for ages 2 and up. A 75-minute immersive storytelling experience.
STORYTELLING
Book Day Storytelling: The Power of Words
Storytelling show by Pingüi for families exploring how words shape feelings at Centro Sociocultural Montecarmelo. Suitable for ages 5 and up.
STORYTELLING
Interactive Storytelling: Peter Pan's Games
Interactive storytelling by Tapa Tapita Animaciones based on Peter Pan, featuring songs, games, and stories from Neverland at Centro Sociocultural Rafael de León. Ages 3 and up.
MAGIC
Laughter on the Farm
Children's theatre show with dancing and magic set on a farm, performed by Compañía Déborah Deneo, with audience participation at the finale.
FAMILY
Who Lives in Books?
Theatre show by Salto al Vacío Producciones bringing classic characters like Don Quijote, La Celestina, and Don Juan to life at Biblioteca de Vicálvaro.
PUPPETS
The Seagull Who Wanted to Walk
Puppet show by Compañia Las Locuras de Marquete about Candela the seagull who wants to walk and Martín the boy who dreams of flying, exploring their limits through absurd adventures.
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A Story Without a Title
Puppet storytelling show by Las Tres Luces Producciones where children participate in an interactive narrative exploring neurodiversity, empathy, and inclusion at Centro Sociocultural Tetuán.
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Reciclashhh
Family music session with Josema Pizarro at the Centro Socio Cultural Villa de Barajas, part of the Saturday family series.
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Book Finale
Book-themed family event at Colegio Público Gloria Fuertes in Usera for children aged 8 to 14 celebrating the conclusion of a reading project with interactive games and literature-focused activities.
WORKSHOPS
Insects and Small Creatures of La Cabaña
Family workshop at Aula Ambiental La Cabaña exploring insects and small park creatures through guided walks and creative activities for ages 4 to 7.
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Book Finale
Children aged 8 to 14 celebrate the conclusion of a reading program with activities and peers at Colegio Público República de Brasil in Usera.
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Book Finale
Children aged 8 to 14 participate in interactive literature activities marking the conclusion of a book at Colegio Público Pradolongo in Usera.
WORKSHOPS
Waiting for the Clowns + Juggling Workshop
Compañía Thor performs a clown show where a father improvises to entertain children when the act is late, followed by a juggling workshop for attendees.
STORYTELLING
The Plant and Flower Fairies. Storytelling and Nature Walk
Children meet plant and flower fairies, learn to listen to nature, and walk through Pradolongo park at Centro de Educación Ambiental y Cultural Maris Stella.
PUPPETS
The Brave Little Tailor
Hilando Títeres presents the Grimm Brothers' tale of a tailor defeating seven flies and a giant using string and glove puppets at Espacio de lectura Parque del Oeste, with sign language interpretation.
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Escape room
Teens aged 12 to 18 solve coded manuscripts filled with enigmatic words at Centro Cultural La Vaguada, working together to decipher a secret message through observation and language skills.
STORYTELLING
Trovadora
La Bicicleta Verde theatre company performs a tale of a medieval woman troubadour who juggles storytelling for the king with her household duties at Centro Cultural Príncipe de Asturias.
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Family Rock - Queenmania
Play the Game tribute band performs Queen hits at Teatro Rialto with volume adjusted for children, featuring I Want to Break Free and We are the Champions.
WORKSHOPS
Crea Body Marbling en familia. Villaverde
Body marbling workshop at Auditorio Municipal el Espinillo where families create marble patterns on skin using water-based pigments and natural dyes.
OUTDOOR
Garden Fauna Tour
Family-led walk through Retiro Garden observing insects, amphibians, and birds in vegetable plots, including visits to the insect hotel and pond at Centro de Educación Ambiental El Retiro.
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Vive la C.O.S.A. en familia en Villaverde
Family festival at Auditorio Municipal el Espinillo celebrating C.O.S.A. cooperative with live performances, workshops, and activities for all ages in Villaverde.
CIRCUS
Sube a la petite caravane. Villaverde
Petite Caravane festival at Auditorio Municipal el Espinillo presents traveling circus artists performing acrobatics, theater, and live music celebrating nomadic performance traditions.
OUTDOOR
A por la plata
Family pirate comedy by Materia Nerviosa at Centro Cultural Buero Vallejo, following a treasure hunt from deep caves to remote islands.
STORYTELLING
A Fan of Stories with Andrea Ortuzar
Storytelling session with Andrea Ortuzar featuring magical tales and imaginative characters at Biblioteca Pública Municipal Ángel González for children aged 2 to 4.
OUTDOOR
Leo and Music + Let's Make Music Workshop
Leo the curious lion discovers forest sounds through encounters with butterflies, woodpeckers, and frogs in this Pálpito Cultural performance, followed by a hands-on music-making workshop for families.
FAMILY
La Urraca Paca
Children's theatre show by Cía. Animathor following a magpie who teaches kids about recycling, healthy eating, and caring for the environment.
STORYTELLING
Tales of Nature
Forest fairies and elves perform stories about nature care and woodland adventures at Centro Cultural El Pozo del tío Raimundo, part of the Vallefantásticas cycle.
PUPPETS
Once Upon an Emoticounted
Puppet theatre by Trastero Títeres where Bob gets trapped in his phone and friend Daniela must rescue him, blending fairy tale characters with emojis for audiences aged four and up.
STORYTELLING
Good Morning Father Sun with Andrea Otúzar
Baby storytime session led by Andrea Otúzar for children aged 0 to 24 months at Biblioteca Mario Vargas Llosa, with sensory stories read aloud.
STORYTELLING
The Garden of Storytelling with Alicia Cuenteando
Storytelling session for babies aged 0 to 24 months led by Alicia Cuenteando at Biblioteca La Elipa, with sensory stories to encourage a love of books.
PUPPETS
The Hat Tree
Puppet performance about a magical tree that grows hats instead of fruit, told through traditional puppetry at Teatro Municipal de Títeres in El Retiro park.
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Miniclassic: Discovering the Music of Our Grandparents
Theatrical concert for children at Teatro Real introducing classical music through family stories, combining live performances with narrative about how classical works connect generations.