This weekend in Kağıthane (March 14th & 15th, 2026), we are focused on the evening Ramadan activities happening right in the city square, alongside several exciting theatre options happening across Istanbul. Don't miss the nightly children's events in Kağıthane Meydanı!
See our top picks
Panorama 1453 History Museum Workshops
Panorama 1453 Tarih Müzesi
Free craft and shadow play workshops happening Saturday afternoon (registration required).
Ha Courage! (Children's Theatre)
DasDas Açık Sahne
Popular Sunday indoor theatre performance suitable for ages 6+.
Ramadan Children's Activities
Kağıthane Meydanı
Guaranteed nightly family fun right in the heart of Kağıthane after Iftar.
· March 14
9: The Kağıthane Municipality is hosting dedicated children’s activities every evening during Ramadan at the main square. This is the central spot for family fun after Iftar.This is the primary, confirmed family event taking place directly in Kağıthane this weekend.
: An entertaining and informative show perfect for school-aged kids. It’s a great educational theatre option for Saturday afternoon.It's happening Saturday and is explicitly science/educational themed, appealing to older kids.
: A fun, musical adaptation of the classic fairy tale, perfect for younger children on Saturday afternoon.The age range (3-6) is specifically perfect for preschool and early primary kids.
RAPUNZEL (CHILDREN'S THEATRE) : A stage adaptation of the famous fairy tale running twice on Saturday, suitable even for the littlest attendees.Has the lowest age threshold (2+) among the theatre shows listed for Saturday.
OLIVER TWIST (CHILDREN'S THEATRE) : The classic story adapted for the stage, appealing to older primary school children and pre-teens.The age range extends up to 17, making it a strong candidate for families with tweens.
MOONLIGHT - ENGLISH CHILDREN'S THEATRE : If you are looking for an English-language performance for your younger children, this play at Akatlar might be the perfect cultural fit for Saturday.It is one of the few English-language shows specifically listed for the weekend.
DOGS DO BALLET (CHILDREN'S THEATRE) : A whimsical theatre piece suitable for very young viewers starting at age 2. A sweet Saturday matinee option.Like Rapunzel, this show starts at 2+, maximizing options for families with toddlers.
SERMET ERKIN - INTERACTIVE ILLUSION SHOW FOR CHILDREN : A magic show that gets the audience involved. Great for families with mixed-age groups, running Saturday afternoon.Interactive magic appeals to a wide range of ages listed (4-17).
: A newly released animated film about a cute dinosaur family on an exciting journey. Perfect for a standard Saturday cinema trip.New films releasing this Friday are highly likely to be showing all weekend.
· March 15
2: This is one of the most popular Turkish children's theatre plays running this month. Great choice for older kids on Sunday afternoon.It is specifically scheduled for Sunday, offering an indoor option for the end of the weekend.
DETECTIVE REPTIR (FILM) : Turkey's first puppet detective film, following Reptir and his team solving mysteries. Good viewing for the Sunday afternoon slot.A unique, locally-produced film that is currently showing.
Also On· anytime this weekend
2: General notice that Kağıthane hosts children's entertainment nightly after the Iftar meal throughout Ramadan. Check local listings for specific locations beyond the main square.Confirms the nightly Ramadan focus on children's programming in the district.
: An afternoon show on Sunday focusing on toys, perfect for kids 3 and older looking for some theatre before the evening Ramadan activities begin.This is the main children's theatre option listed specifically for Sunday afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Kagithane this weekend?
The most direct local event is the nightly Ramadan Children's Activities (Ramazan Etkinlikleri) in Kağıthane Meydanı, though the price isn't specified. For confirmed free activities, check out the workshops at Panorama 1453 Tarih Müzesi on Saturday, March 14 (registration needed).
Are there any shows on Sunday specifically for young children (under 6)?
For Sunday, March 15, the best theatre option for younger kids seems to be 'Oyuncak Arkadaşlar' (Toy Friends) at DasDas, suitable for ages 3+.
Where can I find family entertainment in Kağıthane on Saturday evening?
Your best bet is the Kağıthane Meydanı for the nightly Ramadan Children's Activities starting at 7:30 PM, as this is the confirmed event taking place locally in the district.
