Get ready for a busy weekend in Bari! We have two great cooking workshops on Saturday and Sunday, plus a unique opportunity to tour an Air Force base for free. Don't miss the cultural events in Piazza Belloluogo if you are looking for fun in the evening!
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Free Air Force Base Tours
Comando Scuole/3ª Regione Aerea
Free tours of the Air Force Command HQ on Sunday.
Planetarium Show
Planetario di Bari (Sky Skan)
An engaging indoor science experience Saturday evening.
Sweet Taralli Cooking Workshop
Mare Culturale Urbano Food Hub
A sweet, morning baking session perfect for younger hands on Sunday.
· March 28
5: A fantastic opportunity to learn how to make Bari's famous ear-shaped pasta right from scratch. This workshop is perfect for getting hands sticky and learning traditional skills.It's a hands-on, local culinary experience happening Saturday afternoon.
FREE : Celebrate the Italian Air Force's 103rd anniversary with free visits to the historic Command HQ. This is a rare chance to see behind the scenes!It's free, unique, and only happening this Saturday and Sunday.
LAB35 CULTURAL EVENTS AND LABSFREE : Part of an intense weekend program, this event features culture, workshops, and concerts starting in the early evening at Parco di Belloluogo.It's free, runs Saturday evening, and is confirmed specifically for the target dates in one source.
: Catch a show at the Bari Planetarium this Saturday afternoon. It’s a great indoor option for learning about the cosmos.Confirmed specific date and time slot for Saturday at the local planetarium.
FREE : Experience an ancient local custom revived by the local tourist association in Conversano. This free tradition involves the 'Pupe della Quarantana.'A free, unique local tradition happening Saturday in the nearby town of Conversano.
· March 29
4SWEET TARALLI COOKING WORKSHOP : Spend Sunday morning making sweet Neapolitan taralli—a great alternative to the savoury version. This is a fun, structured activity for younger children.A different, sweet baking workshop taking place Sunday morning.
FREE : Engage the kids with an art workshop inspired by Mondrian! This is a fantastic, free Sunday afternoon activity focused on geometric art.It's a free, structured art activity scheduled for Sunday afternoon.
: A fantastic music workshop specifically for older kids and teens interested in jazz. Great way to spend a Sunday morning creatively.It's a specialized music workshop happening Sunday morning.
: This powerful living representation of the Passion of Christ was moved to Sunday due to weather concerns. It’s a significant cultural event slightly outside Bari.The date was specifically adjusted to fall on Sunday, March 29th.
Also On· anytime this weekend
2FREE : Explore this huge open-air exhibit featuring life-sized dinosaurs! Since the event runs until June 2026, the weekend is a perfect time to visit this attraction just outside Bari.Confirmed ongoing event happening on Saturday; it is listed as Free Entry in one source.
FREE : This exhibition showcases children's drawings from Israel and Gaza, providing a platform for their dreams. It's free to enter and occurs near the end of its run.Free entry confirmed, and it runs on Sunday (though in Lecce).
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Bari this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 28-29) offers several free options: the Free Air Force Base Tours (Saturday & Sunday), the evening LAB35 Cultural Events and Labs in Lecce (Saturday & Sunday), the Puppet Festival in Conversano (Saturday & Sunday), and the Art Workshop: Mondrian on Sunday afternoon.
Are there any dedicated cooking classes for kids this weekend?
Yes, there are two great workshops: learn to make Puglian Orecchiette Cooking Workshop on Saturday at 5:30 PM, and the Sweet Taralli Cooking Workshop on Sunday morning at 11:00 AM.
What is happening outdoors this weekend?
For outdoor fun, check out the Dinosaur World Exhibition in Cassano delle Murge, running both days. Also, the LAB35 Cultural Events take place in Parco di Belloluogo starting at 6:00 PM on both Saturday and Sunday.
