Get ready for a sunny Valentine's weekend in Santiago! This year, February 14th and 15th is packed with free civic celebrations and fun water activities. Don't miss the massive Festival Santiago, Te Amo downtown or the Aquatic Festival offering free kayaking in Quinta Normal for older kids.
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Santiago, I Love You Festival
Alameda
Huge street festival with family activities starting late Saturday afternoon.
Paper Journeys Exhibition
Centro Cultural La Moneda
Free, calm, indoor art exhibition focused on illustrated books.
Dancing Waters at Parque Araucano
Parque Araucano
Free outdoor water play sessions running all weekend long in Las Condes.
· February 14
8FREE : The Alameda street turns into a huge civic party with live music and planned family activities. It's one of the season's biggest free celebrations.This is the main free civic event listed for the weekend, perfect for a late afternoon outing.
FREE : Older kids and teens can try out kayaking and stand-up paddle for free on the Mapocho River. Registration is required through official channels.A fantastic, active, and free opportunity for tweens and teens happening all Saturday.
PAPER JOURNEYS EXHIBITIONFREE : Explore an exhibition of beautifully illustrated books from Chile, Spain, and Korea. A wonderful, calm activity focusing on imagination and art.It is one of the few confirmed free indoor cultural events running all day Saturday.
FREE : A free chess workshop happening Saturday afternoon. A great way to engage older children in strategic thinking in a relaxed cafe setting.It is explicitly listed for Saturday at 4 PM and offers a quieter, mental challenge.
PARQUE SAFARI ADVENTURE : Head out for an afternoon of adventure including zip-lining, kayaking, and train rides at Chile's only dedicated safari park.It's explicitly listed as operating on Saturday and offers varied outdoor activities for diverse interests.
URBAN GREEN MARKET FAIRFREE : Visit the Urban Green Market Fair on Saturday for fresh goods and to support local vendors.It runs specifically on Saturday morning and offers a low-key, healthy outing.
TITANIC VR: A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME : Step into history with this immersive VR experience showcasing the Titanic. A cool tech diversion for older kids and teens.It is confirmed to be running this entire weekend and offers an indoor, high-tech experience.
LITERARY BINGO: LOVE BETWEEN PAGESFREE : Join this free literary bingo with a Valentine's theme this Saturday afternoon at the Parque Bustamante Literary Cafe. Registration is needed.It’s a free, themed, mid-afternoon activity on Saturday perfect for engaging young readers.
· February 15
3FREE : This massive festival transforms Providencia with ballet, jazz, cinema, and specific family shows happening throughout the late February schedule.It’s a major festival running this weekend with known family-friendly programming slots.
DRUGSTORE MARKET FAIRFREE : This Providencia market is listed for Sunday, Feb 15th (although the source title suggested the 14th, the calendar placement overrides that). Perfect for a Sunday morning browse.This event is explicitly listed for Sunday the 15th in the Providencia calendar.
: An educational show about the universe taking place at Astro Maipo Park on Sunday. A great option if you are looking for something space-related.It is explicitly listed for Sunday the 15th and offers a unique science-themed activity.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: Escape the city heat 40 minutes away at this water park featuring themed pools and slides perfect for cooling down.It runs explicitly on Sunday and is described as perfect for the whole family needing to beat the February heat.
FREE : Catch a free screening of 'Little Robots, Great Adventures' at the Literary Cafe. Perfect for younger kids needing a quiet, air-conditioned activity.It is explicitly listed as a continuation/screening on Sunday, making it a solid free indoor option.
FREE : A free, fun water feature in Las Condes where kids can splash around. Remember to bring swimsuits and water shoes!It's a highly recommended free outdoor cooling-off activity that is running all weekend long.
: Take the historic cable car up the hill for incredible views of the city. They have special recreational workshops available for kids with the 'Vive el Parque' ticket.It's a classic Santiago activity confirmed open on Sunday, often combined with the free zoo reopening nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Santiago this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 14-15) there are several free options: the Santiago, I Love You Festival Saturday afternoon, the Aquatic Festival for teens in Quinta Normal Saturday, the National Zoo Centennial Reopening on Sunday (reservation needed), and the Dancing Waters installation at Parque Araucano both days.
Are there any specific activities for older kids (10-17)?
Yes, the Aquatic Festival in Quinta Normal (Saturday) is specifically for ages 10-17, offering free kayaking and paddle boarding. For a cooler indoor activity, the Titanic VR Experience at Cenco Costanera runs all weekend.
What's happening on Sunday for families?
Sunday, Feb 15th, features the continuation of the Providencia Summer Festival, free entry (with reservation) to the National Zoo Centennial, a show at Parque Astro Maipo called The Hot and Energetic Universe, and the classic ride up Cerro San Cristóbal via Teleférico Santiago.
