Get ready for a high-energy weekend in Buenos Aires! While Lollapalooza dominates the news, we've tracked down free workshops at Palacio Libertad, the massive Expo Cupcakes show at La Rural, and thrilling motor racing at TC 2000. There's plenty for families beyond the festival grounds this March 14th and 15th.
See our top picks
Children's Entertainment at Parque de la Ciudad
Parque de la Ciudad
Free entry with workshops, theatre, and games happening alongside the races.
Expo Cupcakes
Ocre Pavilion of La Rural
A massive indoor fair with treats and family activities for both days.
Free Play and Construction Workshop
Palacio Libertad, Sala 304
Unstructured, imaginative play time available Saturday afternoon.
· March 14
7EXPO CUPCAKES : This huge dessert fair is running all weekend, featuring live demos, over 70 stands selling baking supplies, and family recreational activities. It's a sweet outing perfect for an afternoon treat.This is a massive, dedicated event for dessert lovers running both days of the weekend.
TC 2000 MOTOR RACING : Experience high-speed adrenaline as the TC 2000 races take over the streets surrounding Parque de la Ciudad. A great weekend event for older kids and teens who love motorsports.It’s a major sporting event running the entire weekend at a dedicated street circuit.
: A practical course focusing specifically on CPR techniques for children. This is incredibly useful training for any parent or caregiver.It's a useful, specific training event for parents happening Saturday afternoon.
: The Red Cross is hosting a 4-hour CPR training session Saturday morning in Villa Crespo. Great opportunity for proactive parents to learn life-saving skills.A second, morning CPR course option specifically dated for Saturday the 14th.
ANIMATION FILM FESTIVAL AND LABORATORY (SMOF)FREE : Enjoy a selection of animated short films full of imagination and humor at the Palacio Libertad. This is part of a festival running all month, but Saturday is a great time to visit.Free animated film screenings happening on Saturday afternoon at a beautiful venue.
FREE PLAY AND CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPFREE : An open-ended play space where kids can use their imagination to build and inhabit the area. Great for younger children who need flexible activity time.A fantastic, free, multi-age activity offering flexible play on Saturday.
CHILDREN'S ENTERTAINMENT AT PARQUE DE LA CIUDADFREE : Besides the TC 2000 races nearby, the park itself hosts an agenda of children's activities, including theatre, music, workshops, and games, all with free entry.The park offers free admission and a dedicated children's activity schedule alongside the major race event.
· March 15
5: Test your speed along the scenic streets of Palermo! Even if you aren't running the full 10K, this is a vibrant city event that families can enjoy cheering on the participants.This is a specific, large-scale public sports event happening only on Sunday.
ARTISTIC WORKSHOPS INSPIRED BY EXHIBITION (ARTE ANDARÍN)FREE : Participate in engaging artistic workshops inspired by the current exhibition. A perfect, free, indoor activity for Sunday afternoon.Free, hands-on artistic activity running on Sunday within the Palacio Libertad cultural program.
FAMILY DANCE ROUNDSFREE : A dedicated space for the youngest children to enjoy movement, dance, and play alongside their caregivers on Sunday afternoon.Specifically targets early childhood ('Primera infancia') for movement activities on Sunday.
CLOWN WELCOME TO THE CHILDREN'S FLOORFREE : Ruedan Clowns will be greeting visitors with juggling, games, and general fun as you arrive at the third-floor children's area on Sunday.A fun, welcoming activity by a clown troupe running Sunday afternoon.
THE INFINITE GAMEFREE : This workshop by Kalpataru offers an imaginative activity for families running throughout Sunday afternoon.Part of the Palacio Libertad free program, running Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
1FREE : Take a guided tour through the current exhibition, led by Leticia Paolantonio, giving kids deeper context to the art on display this Saturday.A structured, educational, and free tour happening Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Buenos Aires this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 14-15), you can enjoy free entry to the Children's Entertainment at Parque de la Ciudad on Saturday, and multiple free workshops and film screenings at the Palacio Libertad on both Saturday and Sunday.
Which outdoor activities are scheduled for Sunday, March 15th?
On Sunday the 15th, check out the New Balance 10K Run along Figueroa Alcorta, or head to Palacio Libertad for free dance rounds and artistic workshops.
Are there any big festival activities for families near Lollapalooza?
While Lollapalooza is running, the biggest adjacent family event is Expo Cupcakes at La Rural (not far from the main festival area) which runs both days.
