Get ready for a busy weekend in Quito! Highlights for families include the Primer Festival del Chagra Rumipamba on Saturday, a painting workshop for all ages, and a special cultural walk related to Carnaval on Sunday.
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Sunday Cycle Path Event
Various city routes
Safely cycle or walk city roads closed to traffic this Sunday morning.
Applied Watercolor Workshop
Centro Cultural Itchimbía
Get creative indoors with this free, all-ages watercolor painting workshop.
Applied Watercolor Workshop
Centro Cultural Itchimbía
Hands-on art at the Itchimbía Cultural Center is great for younger attention spans.
· March 14
6: If you have older children or teens considering future studies, this education expo is taking place all day Saturday. It’s a good opportunity to look into educational paths right here in Quito.It's a specific education event scheduled only for Saturday, March 14th.
: Get an early start Saturday morning for this local festival happening at Rumipamba. It promises traditional culture and outdoor fun before the heat of the day sets in.It is a cultural festival happening early Saturday morning, perfect for experiencing local flavor.
FREE : Head to the Centro Cultural Itchimbía for a practical workshop focusing on watercolor techniques applied to landscape painting. It’s a great way to spend a few hours being creative.It is specifically listed for all ages and is free with a pass, making it an accessible creative outlet.
ECUADOR SONG ALBUM LAUNCHFREE : Celebrate Ecuadorian musical identity at this album launch in the Teatro Capitol. This musical event is open to the entire public and starts in the evening.It’s a free musical event explicitly listed for 'Todo público' (All public) on Saturday.
GOTHIC PRELUDE : An afternoon event happening at El Teatro Prometeo. Since the event type isn't specified, this might appeal to families with older children interested in slightly different cultural programming.It's a distinct cultural event on Saturday afternoon that isn't a festival or typical fair.
: Catch the excitement of local professional soccer with Liga de Quito playing Católica at the stadium in the evening. A high-energy Saturday night event.It is a major sports fixture happening specifically on Saturday evening.
· March 15
3: Celebrate the spirit of Carnaval on Sunday with a walking tour focused on the religious heritage around Plaza Santa Clara. This is a great way to explore Quito’s history on foot.This is the only listed event specifically happening on Sunday, tied to the recent Carnaval theme.
ANDEAN WEEK OF SAINTS CULTURAL ACTIVITYFREE : Take a trip out to Nanegalito for a traditional cultural and religious activity happening Sunday afternoon. This is listed as free and open to everyone, offering a look at traditions outside the city center.It's a free cultural event specifically scheduled for Sunday, offering a good reason to venture slightly out of central Quito.
SUNDAY CYCLE PATH EVENTFREE : This popular recurring Sunday event closes major roads to car traffic, allowing families to safely cycle, scooter, or walk across large parts of the city. A perfect Sunday morning activity!It is explicitly listed as a recurring Sunday event, so it applies perfectly to March 15th.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Quito this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 14-15) there are three events listed as free: the Applied Watercolor Workshop on Saturday, the Andean Week of Saints Cultural Activity on Sunday, and the Sunday Cycle Path Event.
Is there anything family-friendly happening on Sunday, March 15th?
Yes, on Sunday you can join the Carnaval Religious Heritage Walk starting at 11:00 AM or enjoy the major Sunday Cycle Path Event closing city streets to traffic.
What can we do on Saturday evening with the family?
Saturday evening offers a choice between the high energy of the Liga de Quito vs Católica Football Match, or the culturally focused, free-entry Ecuador Song Album Launch at Teatro Capitol.
