Ditch the usual tourist spots this weekend! We’ve dug up some super local and hands-on fun happening in and around Porto on January 31st and February 1st, 2026. Get ready for family workshops, niche story times, and some cool STEM projects for the older kids.
Quick Picks
Parent and Child/Grandparent and Grandchild Workshop (Napalm Co.)
Gondomar
A totally free, creative workshop requiring sign-up in the Gondomar area.
A Cosmic Pudding and Other Journeys
Rua das Estrelas 4150-762 Porto
Escape the weather with a space journey at the Porto Planetarium.
Saturdays for Counting — 'A Singular Dog', by Rob Biddulph
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
A calm, story-focused session perfect for toddlers near the Crystal Palace.
· January 31
4ELECTRONICS FOR CHILDREN (AGES 7 TO 14) : If you have a budding tech enthusiast, this workshop focusing on electronics is perfectly aimed at the older kids in your range. It's a great way to get hands-on and explore STEM concepts in a fun setting.A fantastic hands-on STEM workshop specifically for older kids who love tinkering with tech—hard to find outside of formal camps!
SATURDAYS FOR COUNTING — 'A SINGULAR DOG', BY ROB BIDDULPHFREE : Head to the beautiful Almeida Garrett Library for their 'Saturdays for Counting' session, featuring the story 'A Singular Dog'. It's a sweet story session perfect for setting a calm tone for your Saturday morning.A lovely, low-key way to spend Saturday morning among the gorgeous gardens, focusing on reading for the younger set (ages 3-8).
A COSMIC PUDDING AND OTHER JOURNEYS : Catch the screening of 'Um Pudim Cósmico e outras viagens' at the Porto Planetarium! It’s a fantastic indoor adventure that makes learning about space exciting for all ages.A fantastic indoor option using the Planetarium—way better than just a regular cinema, making science fun for the whole family.
PARENT AND CHILD/GRANDPARENT AND GRANDCHILD WORKSHOP (NAPALM CO.)FREE : This is a free family workshop hosted by the Napalm company at the Gondomar Library. It's a great way to spend the morning engaging in a creative activity together, just make sure you sign up!It's a FREE, intergenerational creative workshop hosted by a local entity—perfect for quality family bonding time, but you must register!
· February 1
3CERAMICS FOR FAMILYFREE : Try out a family pottery or ceramics session this Sunday! It’s a hands-on creative outlet that works well for a range of ages, letting kids get their hands dirty.Get messy this Sunday with a pottery workshop that covers a huge age range (3 to 14). Great hands-on fun, usually cheap or free!
MUSIC WITH LITTLE DRAGONS 2026 : There’s a music event at the FC Porto Museum called 'Música com Dragõezinhos' on Sunday. It sounds like a fun, themed musical session that will appeal to any child who loves noise and performance.A unique musical session right inside the iconic FC Porto Museum—even if you aren't massive football fans, the theme is fun for little ones.
STORY TIME (HORA DO CONTO)FREE : This is a classic Sunday morning story time session happening in Gaia, perfect for capturing the attention of your youngest child. Check with Fnac if there's a minimum purchase required to join.Classic Sunday morning fun in Gaia focusing on the 3-7 age group. It’s a great local staple activity, usually very relaxed!
Frequently Asked Questions
What free activities are available for kids this weekend (Jan 31 - Feb 1)?
We found two excellent free options: the Parent and Child Workshop in Gondomar on Saturday morning (registration required) and the Family Ceramics session in central Porto on Sunday morning.
Where can I take my toddler (under 5) on Saturday?
The best bet for the little ones is the 'Saturdays for Counting' story session featuring 'A Singular Dog' near the Palácio de Cristal, suitable for ages 3-8.
Are there any hands-on workshops happening on Sunday?
Yes! Look for the Family Ceramics session on Sunday morning where kids aged 3-14 can get creative, or check out the Music with Little Dragons event at the FC Porto Museum.