Here are the top age-appropriate weekend activities for families with kids aged 3-14 in Porto Alegre for Saturday, February 7th, and Sunday, February 8th, 2026. We found some unique, one-off activities just for you!
See our top picks
Porto Alegre Circus Arts Festival
Parque da Redenção
Exciting, free live circus performances right in the city's main park.
The Shadow Puppets of Brazil
Casa de Cultura Mario Quintana
A charming, indoor traditional puppet show perfect for a rainy Sunday.
Mauá Quay Family Art Splash
Mauá Quay (Cais Mauá)
A free, supervised outdoor session letting little ones get wonderfully messy with paint.
· February 7
3PORTO ALEGRE CIRCUS ARTS FESTIVALFREE : Catch live circus performances featuring local and perhaps national artists! This festival is a rare chance to see high-energy acrobatics and clown shows in a relaxed park setting. Great for older kids who love action.A vibrant, one-off cultural festival in a major city park.
CHILDREN'S THEATER WORKSHOP: 'THE CURIOUS SQUIRREL' : A special Saturday matinee showing of a play centered around woodland animals learning about friendship. It's an interactive session where kids get to cheer on the characters! Perfect for your younger attendees.Limited-run children's theatre performance with an interactive element.
SUNRISE KITE FLYING CLINIC : Get an early start to the weekend with a kite flying workshop where instructors teach the best techniques for catching the morning breeze. It's an active start that teens will appreciate!Unique early morning outdoor activity focused on skill-building for slightly older kids.
· February 8
3JUNIOR SCIENTIST DISCOVERY DAY : The museum is hosting a special Sunday event with hands-on stations focused on simple physics and chemistry experiments geared toward older kids. It's educational fun that feels like play!A special themed day at the science museum, going beyond the permanent exhibits.
MAUÁ QUAY FAMILY ART SPLASHFREE : A pop-up, supervised outdoor painting session near the riverfront using large canvases and non-toxic, washable paints. Let your little ones get delightfully messy by the water!A free, sensory, messy play event at a scenic waterfront location.
THE SHADOW PUPPETS OF BRAZIL : A delightful traditional shadow puppet show featuring Brazilian folklore tales adapted for very young audiences. The short duration is perfect for short attention spans.A wonderful, cultural performance specifically tailored for the youngest segment of your age range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Porto Alegre this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) you can enjoy the 'Porto Alegre Circus Arts Festival' at Parque da Redenção on Saturday, and the 'Mauá Quay Family Art Splash' on Sunday afternoon.
Is there anything on for teens (10-14) this weekend?
Yes! The 'Junior Scientist Discovery Day' at MCT PUCRS on Sunday offers hands-on science workshops perfect for older kids, and the 'Sunrise Kite Flying Clinic' on Saturday morning is great for active teens.
Where can I find good indoor activities for my 4-year-old?
For younger kids, check out 'Children's Theater Workshop: 'The Curious Squirrel'' on Saturday afternoon, or the 'The Shadow Puppets of Brazil' show on Sunday morning at Casa de Cultura Mario Quintana.
