Things to do with kids
15 events
Barcelona has plenty to do with children: theatre and puppet shows by age group, workshops in museums and libraries, hands-on science at CosmoCaixa, neighbourhood fiestas and outdoor activities in the parks.
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This page lists the family activities coming up in Barcelona, with the place and dates of each, so you can plan the weekend around the children's ages.
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Concert "Candlelight Babies: Sonidos Clásicos para Estimular Pequeñas Mentes"
Saturday, 28 November 2026 10:30Several dates6 dates
Early encounters with classical music can begin long before learning to walk. Candlelight Babies: Sonidos Clásicos para Estimular Pequeñas Mentes comes to Barcelona with a concert designed for babies to discover sounds, melodies, and rhythms together with their families.
- €18
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Family-film programme in libraries «Verdi Kids»
Sunday, 15 November 2026 12:00Several dates13 dates
The Verdi Kids programme brings family cinema to Barcelona’s libraries for the centenary of Verdi cinemas, celebrated in 2026. In collaboration with Biblioteques de Barcelona, the series offers a selection of films for all audiences, bringing the best children’s and youth cinema to neighbourhoods and turning libraries into spaces for cultural encounters.
- Free
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Experiential Dinner «Le Petit Chef»
1 October - 29 November 2026 Several dates4 dates
A tiny chef appears right on the table, cooks among the dishes, and turns dinner into a little show. Le Petit Chef arrives at the Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower with an experience that combines gastronomy and 3D projections.
- Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower
- from €59
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«Pintamúsica» Show
Sunday, 22 November 2026 11:00Several dates5 dates
«Pintamúsica» is an exciting meeting of music, art and imagination, designed especially for young children and their families. Starting with a blank canvas, four colours and live music, this show transforms the stage into a living canvas, where the seasons inspire a Miró painting full of life and sensations.
- Teatre Goya
- €12
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Puppet show “El monstre de colors”
Sunday, 22 November 2026 11:00Several dates6 dates
The puppet show “El monstre de colors” comes to Barcelona to captivate young and old with its charming story. Based on the popular book by Anna Llenas, this production is an educational exploration of emotions.
- Teatre Condal
- from €13
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Gingerbread-house workshop at Hotel El Palace Barcelona
5-20 December 2026 Several dates4 dates
This Christmas, immerse yourself in a sweet tradition at the luxurious Hotel El Palace Barcelona, where you will have the opportunity to bring your sweetest dreams to life at the gingerbread-house workshop. In a festive and exclusive setting, every participant, from the age of six onwards, can let their imagination run free while decorating their own gingerbread house.
- Hotel El Palace Barcelona
- €59
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«La barcarola» opera
Saturday, 10 April 2027 11:00Several dates6 dates
Sala Foyer offers a unique experience with the children's opera «La Barcarola». This immersive show promises to delight children and adults with a magical combination of music, live illustrations and close-up performances.
- Gran Teatre del Liceu
- €15
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What to do with children in Barcelona? Proposals from Casa Batlló
Barcelona is a culturally rich city where everyone can find interesting activities to suit their tastes. However, when it comes to entertainment for children, parents face the challenge of finding events or tours that are not only entertaining but also educational, that fully capture the child’s attention and immerse them in learning about the cultural heritage of the Catalan capital. Casa Batlló offers these opportunities, with visits adapted for children and even exciting outdoor treasure hunts.
- Casa Batlló
- from €22
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Tasting and visit to the Nougat and Chocolate Museum
The tasting and visit to the Nougat and Chocolate Museum offers a journey through the history of two sweets deeply rooted in Mediterranean tradition. At Torrons Vicens, the experience combines gastronomic memory and sensory discovery through a guided tour that explores the origin, evolution and artisanal production of nougat and chocolate since 1741.
- Museo del Turrón y el Chocolate «Torrons Vicens»
- from €8
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Clue game at Montjuïc Castle
Every weekend, turn a family outing into an epic adventure with Montjuïc Castle’s clue game. Immerse yourself in the heart of Barcelona’s history, exploring one of its most emblematic monuments in a dynamic and exciting way.
- Castell de Montjuïc
- from €12
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Guided tour ‘Barcelona in 1700. History and life’
Embark on a journey through time with the guided visit ‘Barcelona in 1700. History and life’, a captivating tour of the archaeological site and permanent exhibition that unravels the secrets of 18th-century Barcelona. Over the course of an hour, participants will enter the vibrant atmosphere of the Ribera neighbourhood, a hub of bustling commercial and everyday activity that played a fundamental role during the Guerra de Sucesión.
- El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria
- from €4
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Family activity “A family stroll through 1700”
Immerse yourself in a fascinating journey to the heart of the 18th century with the visit “A family stroll through 1700”. This activity, designed for families to enjoy together, offers a unique immersion in the Barcelona of 300 years ago, where young and old have the opportunity to explore history in an entertaining and educational way.
- El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria
- from €1.5
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Children’s activity «Nido de ciencia»
Immerse yourself in «Nido (Niu) de ciencia», an adventure of discovery and experimentation for children aged 0 to 6! This unique space is designed to foster young children’s natural curiosity through activities that stimulate the process of investigating the mysteries of nature.
- Museu de Ciències Naturals de Barcelona
- Free
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Professional workshop in puppet manipulation
If you are young and passionate about the world of puppets, Marionetarium del Parc d’Atraccions Tibidabo offers a unique opportunity.
- Parque de Atracciones Tibidabo
- Free
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Guided visit to Jardí Botànic
Jardí Botànic invites visitors to discover the secrets of Mediterranean vegetation on a guided visit that takes attendees through different corners of the planet. Accompanied by experts, visitors will explore species from California, Chile, South Africa, Australia and the Mediterranean basin, learning about their characteristics and ethnobotanical uses.
- Jardí Botànic de Barcelona
- Free
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