What to do this weekend in Buenos Aires

If you were born in the ’90s (or earlier), these stories and characters surely were part of your childhood. Murrún, the cat whose house is a shoe; Princess Sukimuki; Don Fresquete; the charming turtle Papalina; Martín Pescador; Pirulín the trained dolphin — all part of this book created by María Elena Walsh, now brought to the stage by director Chacho Garabal.

The true star of the play is imagination, which will take kids and adults on a 65-minute unforgettable journey. “Cuentopos de Gulubú” can be seen this Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m. at Cine Teatro El Plata. In this article, we also suggest other activities to do with kids.

Note: Tickets are available at this link. Upcoming shows will be from Tuesday, July 22 to Thursday, July 24; Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27; and from Tuesday, July 29 to Sunday, August 3.

Where: Av. Juan Bautista Alberdi 5765, Mataderos.

While we’ve already suggested several plans to celebrate Friendship Day, here’s another option available all weekend at Las Flores, a gluten-free restaurant packed with options.

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This Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, this lovely spot in Palermo offers a menu designed to share that includes: vermouth or lemonade, crackers with babaganush, a shared starter with choices like hummus with pear chutney, smoked eggplant with beet cream, and beef tartare; main dishes to choose from — tagliatelle with seafood, vegan curry, or beef brochette — and to finish, a tasting of their miniature pastries.

Note: The cost with wine is ARS 70,000 (ARS 60,000 without). You can reserve your table at this link or just walk in.

Where: Gorriti 5870, Palermo.

Starting this Saturday at 7 p.m., the Festival del Patio begins, an artistic event for children at Espacio Haiku. From that day until August 2, there will be pay-what-you-wish children’s theater shows.

The program includes a variety of age groups and features a special theater piece coming from Uruguay. Additionally, there will be playgroups, workshops, a play library, an open library, and a healthy bar. Two weeks full of art for the little ones. This Saturday, for example, “A contar con María Elena” will be performed — a show honoring singer-songwriter and poet María Elena Walsh, featuring her songs, poems, and stories. On Sunday, there will be a toy-making workshop.

Note: Tickets can be reserved at this link.

Where: Av. Congreso 3834.

This Saturday from midnight, La Bomba del Tiempo will celebrate this special day with a unique event: Los Charros, a romantic cumbia band, will take the stage to throw a big party. Along with their classic energetic show, they will add music to dance and have fun this weekend.

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That night, DJs Pato Smink and Emiliata will keep the party going with festive music for everyone at Konex. There will also be other special surprises celebrating friendship and good vibes.

Note: Tickets are available at this link.

Where: Centro Cultural Konex, Sarmiento 3131.

Located in a century-old mansion that once belonged to the nephew of former president Carlos Pellegrini, Muyè is one of Recoleta’s most charming new spots. It is a fine dining restaurant that, this Sunday, July 20, offers a special evening.

There will be a live DJ playing chill & house music and a tasting menu with several courses such as grilled oyster mushrooms, marinated mushrooms and cauliflower purée; white fish, pea purée & caper butter; chocolate cream, olive oil & sea salt, and more.

Note: Dinner costs ARS 58,000 per person. You can reserve a table at this link.

Where: Ayacucho 1563, Recoleta.