Looking for weekend plans in Lisbon that skip the usual tourist traps? We've dug up some unique, hands-on activities perfect for local families this Saturday and Sunday (Jan 31st & Feb 1st). Don't miss the LEGO Day or the quirky theatre show!
Quick Picks
The Worst Teacher in the World (O Pior Professor do Mundo)
Casa Capitão (Beato Innovation District)
Catch a cultural theatre performance—price details are on the event link, often offering good value.
Family Play Time
Calçada da Estrela 100
A perfect indoor soft play session for toddlers to burn off energy safely.
Family Play Time
Calçada da Estrela 100
Dedicated soft play for ages 0-5 years, focusing on coordination and climbing.
· January 31
6FAMILY PLAY TIME : Need a spot for the little ones to run wild? Head to Stork Family Club for an indoor soft play session perfect for climbing and coordination practice.It’s a dedicated, safe indoor play space specifically for under-5s—ideal for burning energy before nap time.
BREAKFAST WITH THE MAGICIAN : Kick off your Saturday with a buffet breakfast paired with live magic tricks and audience interaction. Super fun for young kids!Combines two kid favorites—breakfast and magic—into one fun morning outing on Saturday.
THE WORST TEACHER IN THE WORLD (O PIOR PROFESSOR DO MUNDO) : Check out this theatre performance happening at Casa Capitão in Beato. It sounds like a unique, smaller cultural outing away from the main centre.It's a Saturday afternoon show in the evolving Beato Innovation District, offering a real cultural taste of local arts.
THE PARADISE IS ELSEWHERE (O PARAÍSO SÃO OS OUTROS) : If your older kids appreciate immersive theatre or literature, this show based on Valter Hugo Mãe's text runs this entire weekend.It's a deeper cultural experience based on Portuguese literature, great for families with older kids who enjoy immersive performance.
FESTIVAL PLAY – ANINA (FILM SCREENING) : Catch the screening of 'Anina,' a quirky film about a girl whose name is a palindrome. Perfect for tweens aged 10 and up.Quirky film festival content specifically targeting the tween/early teen demographic (M/10). Last chance Sunday!
AI PROOF YOUR KIDS : This session in Castelo looks like a great, practical workshop for parents and older kids interested in digital safety and AI.Super topical and relevant for modern families—a chance to discuss digital well-being in a structured setting.
· February 1
3LEGO® DAY CELEBRATION : Sunday is LEGO Day across Lisbon! Grab the family and spend the day building epic structures with thousands of classic bricks.It’s a fantastic, hands-on creative activity for every single age in the family, happening this Sunday.
THE PARADISE IS ELSEWHERE (O PARAÍSO SÃO OS OUTROS) - SUNDAY : Your absolute last chance to see this immersive theatre piece this weekend. Great for slightly older kids or teens!It's the final day for this immersive show, so make sure to catch it on Sunday afternoon if you missed Saturday.
FESTIVAL PLAY – ANINA (FINAL SCREENING) : This is the final screening day for the quirky 'Anina' film at the PLAY Festival. Get your tickets before it’s gone!Sunday is the absolute last day for this film screening—perfect cultural injection for tweens before the week starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best low-cost cultural outing for families this weekend?
The theatre performance 'The Worst Teacher in the World' on Saturday afternoon at Casa Capitão (Beato Innovation District) is a great cultural bet, although tickets are required.
Are there any activities specifically for toddlers (under 5)?
Yes, 'Family Play Time' on Saturday morning (10:00 AM) is designed specifically for ages 0-5 with indoor soft play equipment.
What's happening on Sunday that is hands-on for older kids?
Sunday features LEGO® Day, an all-ages building event where kids can get creative with bricks, and the final showings for the film 'Anina' (M/10+).