What to do with kids in Buenos Aires without spending much money

A magical adventure for kids (and adults too), inviting you to fully enter the world of one of María Elena Walsh’s most beloved creations: the unique Manuelita.

With interactive sets, enchanting sounds, and dreamlike projections, this experience is a journey full of surprises, games, and fantastic landscapes. Get ready to follow the steps of the most famous turtle as imagination and excitement merge at every corner of the path.

When and where: Wednesday to Sunday, 2 PM to 8 PM. At Palacio Libertad, Sarmiento 151. Free entry with no prior reservation.

This vacation, Parque de la Ciudad in Villa Soldati transforms into a true winter park, perfect for family fun. There are activities for all tastes: kids’ games, zipline, trampolines, inflatables, a huge slide, workshops, and much more.

And of course, the star of the break returns: the Ice Skating Rink, ready for kids and adults to glide and have a blast.

When and where: July 19 to August 3, 10 AM to 5 PM. At Parque de la Ciudad, Avenida General Francisco Fernández de la Cruz 4000. Free entry.

Rock, humor, and rebellion for the whole family. A theatrical and musical show that shakes the stage with the power of a rock band and the carefree spirit of recess without limits. With live music, lots of humor, and great connection with the audience, this show invites the whole family to laugh, sing, and break molds. A stage party that celebrates the unexpected and dares to question rules with a knowing smile.

When and where: Saturday, July 26 at 3 PM. Parque Centenario Amphitheater, Leopoldo Marechal and Av. Lillo. Free entry, first-come, first-served until capacity is reached.

What if you take a little trip less than 70 km from Buenos Aires this vacation? Luján awaits with an amazing plan for a day out. Parque San Martín transforms into a true world of fun inviting you to explore, play, and be amazed.

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Attractions include a Space Center where kids can ride a simulator, do moonwalks on trampolines, and play among planets. There’s also the Adventure Camp with mazes, hanging bridges, nets, and climbing walls, and RecreArte, offering inflatables, sports, and many surprises. To top off the day, Circo Migra brings a contemporary circus show full of theater magic, plus super fun live shows in the auditorium that will keep you applauding.

When and where: July 19 to August 2, 12 PM to 6 PM. Parque San Martín, Luján. Free entry.

For curious and creative little ones, El Recoleta fills with color these winter vacations with original and super fun workshops. Everything from learning to make Korean kites, inventing your own dragon, designing 3D birds of never-before-seen species, to illustrating sardine cans with style! An invitation to fill the school break with scraps, bits of paper, glitter, and tons of imagination. More info here.

When and where: Centro Cultural Recoleta, Junín 1930. Free entry until room capacity is reached.

Vacations with a Christmas spirit? Absolutely! At Alparamis, Christmas is celebrated year-round, and during the vacations it fills with magic and proposals for the whole family. The little ones can discover what Santa Claus and his helpers are up to, listen to magical stories just arrived from the North Pole, be amazed by a mysterious magician’s tricks, and embark on a secret mission full of challenges and surprises.

There are also special breakfasts with live shows that will leave everyone amazed (and happy!). An ideal plan for those who believe in magic... all year long. Some activities are free, others have a cost. Check details here.

Where: Avenida del Libertador 2229, Olivos.

A fascinating exhibition inviting you to discover the secrets of the great 19th-century illusionist and “father of Argentine magic.” Through a curated display of costumes, devices, and original objects from his shows, kids can peek behind the scenes of an art that made the impossible possible.

Among dazzling costumes, amazing machines, and historic artifacts, this exhibition transports us to a time when magic sought to provoke wonder, emotion, tenderness, and mystery. In times of virtual realities, this journey to the past invites us to rediscover the marvel of imagining with eyes wide open. Tickets: 10,000 ARS. Free entry on Wednesdays.

When and where: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 AM to 7 PM. Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 11 AM to 8 PM. Casa Fernández Blanco, Hipólito Yrigoyen 1420.

A puppet show full of adventures, laughter, and lots of imagination. For her birthday, Alejandra receives a giant map. Together with her friend Agustín, she starts dreaming of incredible trips... until the game becomes real!

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Hurricane winds and storms carry them on a fantastic journey through different corners of the world. Along the way, they meet Enek, an Eskimo boy, and Makena, an African girl, who join them along with funny animals. A story full of emotion, courage, and teamwork to explore fantastic worlds without leaving your seat. Tickets from 10,000 ARS, here.

When and where: Saturday, July 19 to Sunday, August 3 at 4 PM. Teatro Regio, Av. Córdoba 6056.

This winter vacation, the National Museum of Fine Arts opens its doors to families with playful and fun activities for all ages. Every day there are activities in the permanent collection rooms and temporary exhibits, specially designed so adults and kids can enjoy art differently.

Among the highlights is “Sculptures… are they there?”, a participatory experience for kids aged 6 to 11 proposing an adventure where sculptures become protagonists: inviting us to walk around them, observe them from every angle (front, side, back, and even imagining looking from above!) and discover the secrets hidden in every detail. An imaginative and curious way to explore the museum as true art detectives. More info here.

When and where: Tuesday, July 22 and 29 at 11 AM. Thursday, July 24 and 31 at 11 AM. Saturday, July 19 and August 2 at 11 AM. Museo Bellas Artes, Av. del Libertador 1473.

The Galileo Galilei Planetarium transforms to welcome the little ones with a special program designed to spark their curiosity and desire to explore the universe. The schedule includes several fulldome shows combining science, wonder, and lots of imagination.

Among them, “I Spy” is ideal for the youngest, offering a first look at the sky and its secrets. “Exoplanets,” an unmissable international production to discover distant worlds orbiting other stars. “Tour of the Universe” invites a journey through the great milestones of space exploration and as a big new release, “Top 5: The Best of the Universe,” a 100% Planetarium production recommended for kids aged 6 to 10, presenting the most spectacular of the cosmos in a dynamic and super fun format.

Where: Planetarium, Av. Sarmiento s/n.

A sensory space specially designed for the very little ones, where art, play, and exploration meet in a cared-for and stimulating environment. This proposal invites young children to discover the world through their senses, in a journey that awakens curiosity and promotes free play as a form of expression and learning. Artistic installations tailored to their needs, soft lights, immersive sounds, varied textures, and natural materials create a magical atmosphere where everything can be discovered with wonder. Every corner is designed to encourage imagination, creativity, and emotional bonding.

When and where: July 19 to August 3 from 2 PM to 6 PM at La Usina del Arte, Agustín R. Caffarena 1. Free entry, with prior reservation on Instagram.

This winter vacation arrives with musical surprises! Hermanas Misterio debut their new album: “Songs to Waste Time,” full of catchy rhythms, clever lyrics, and their unique magic.

The show will be an unmissable experience for the whole family: all songs from the new album will be played live, along with space to enjoy their most mysterious classics that have already won over kids and adults alike. A show full of humor, mystery, live music, and great connection with the audience. Free entry with prior reservation on Entradas BA or at the theater box office.

When and where: Friday, August 1 and Sunday, August 3 at 4 PM; Saturday, August 2 at 11 AM. Centro Cultural 25 de Mayo, Av. Triunvirato 4444.