Hey! I've rounded up some cool, age-appropriate family activities happening in Bilbao this weekend, February 7th and 8th, 2026. Looks like there are some fun performance options for a balanced weekend!
See our top picks
Carnivals in Bilbao (Bilboko Konpartsak Program)
Casco Viejo y Abando
The main city-wide Carnival festivities are free to watch and join in!
Doppel-Chess Performance
Guggenheim Bilbao Museoa
An indoor stage performance at the Guggenheim is a great cultural bet if the weather turns.
Imagined Forest Creativity Lab
Guggenheim Bilbao Museoa
This sounds like a hands-on, imaginative session perfect for getting creative!
· February 7
2DOPPEL-CHESS PERFORMANCE : Catch a unique performance called 'Doppel-Chess' happening at the Guggenheim this Saturday evening. It's listed under 'En escena' (On Stage), suggesting a more dynamic, modern piece that might keep older kids and teens interested.It's a unique, one-off performance happening inside the world-famous Guggenheim Museum venue.
CREATIVE WORKSHOP AT THE FINE ARTS MUSEUM : There’s a creative workshop happening all afternoon at the Museo de Bellas Artes! This is a perfect hands-on activity for the kids to get artistic while you are at one of Bilbao's top museums.It’s a dedicated hands-on workshop at a major museum, offering a great contrast to just viewing art.
· February 8
3ART ADVENTURES: THE PLANET GUARDIAN : Check out 'Aventuras artísticas: el guardián del planeta' at the Guggenheim this Sunday! It's listed as a family activity, which usually means it's engaging and interactive for a wide age range.It's a family-focused themed activity at the Guggenheim, suggesting a structured, fun museum experience.
IMAGINED FOREST CREATIVITY LAB : Another great Sunday option at the Guggenheim is the 'Laboratorio de creatividad: el bosque imaginado.' This sounds like a hands-on, imaginative session perfect for younger kids to get creative!This sounds like a tactile, creativity-focused session ideal for hands-on learning and imagination.
CARNIVALS IN BILBAO (BILBOKO KONPARTSAK PROGRAM)FREE : The main Bilbao Carnival program (Programa Carnavales de Bilboko Konpartsak) runs through Sunday. You can catch parades, music, and general street festivities across the Casco Viejo and Abando areas—it's a huge local celebration!It’s the heart of local celebrations—the annual Carnival—offering free, vibrant street fun all weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Bilbao this weekend?
The best free activity this weekend is the city-wide Carnival program (Programa Carnavales de Bilboko Konpartsak) happening Saturday and Sunday with parades and street atmosphere across Casco Viejo and Abando.
Are there any family-friendly shows this weekend?
Yes! Sunday afternoon has 'Jazz for Children' at Victoria Eugenia Antzokia, and the Guggenheim has special family activities like 'Art Adventures: The Planet Guardian' and the 'Imagined Forest Creativity Lab' all weekend.
What can teens enjoy in Bilbao on Saturday, Feb 7th?
Teens might like the 'Doppel-Chess' performance at the Guggenheim in the evening, or checking out the opening weekend of the local Carnival celebrations.
