Get ready for a packed weekend in Santiago! We've got historical street festivals, hands-on ceramics fun, and specialized activities for the little ones happening on April 4th and 5th, 2026. Check out the best family panoramas for this Saturday and Sunday.
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Paris Londres Market
Barrio París Londres
A huge, free street festival with food, art, and history happening both days.
KidZania Santiago (Sunday Operation)
KidZania Santiago
The ultimate indoor edutainment city where kids run the show.
María Market Storytelling Session
Plaza La Alcaldesa
A dedicated story time session perfect for toddlers and preschoolers on Sunday morning.
· April 4
4PARIS LONDRES MARKETFREE : Wander through historic streets enjoying live music and exploring over 100 local exhibitors, art, and food trucks. It’s a fantastic free cultural panorama in a gorgeous, historic neighborhood.This massive, free, open-air market happens both days and offers something for every taste.
FREE : This book fair is packed with over 40 exhibitors, book launches, and a fun program mixing literature, theatre, and music. It’s a great spot to browse indoors if the weather turns.Confirmed programming mixes literature with theater and music specifically for the whole family.
FREE : Over 40 ceramists are setting up shop with workshops, talks, and lots of interactive experiences. Best of all, you can actually get your hands dirty and create something!It's free and offers hands-on workshops where kids can genuinely participate in creative activities.
MARÍA MARKET HULA HOOP & BUBBLES WORKSHOP : This market event focuses on positive energy and sustainability, and on Saturday they are hosting a Hula Hoop and Bubbles workshop. It's part of a larger fair happening all weekend.Specific, fun, active workshops are listed for Saturday afternoon, perfect for younger kids.
· April 5
2MARÍA MARKET STORYTELLING SESSION : On Sunday morning at the María Market, there is a dedicated storytelling session that is ideal for young children. The market itself has exhibitors and workshops all weekend.A perfect, dedicated event for pre-school and early primary kids on Sunday morning.
: Wrap up your weekend with a fun, eco-friendly workshop at the María Market where you can learn to make seed bombs. It’s a great way to end a weekend focused on positive impact.A unique, hands-on workshop about nature and sustainability taking place Sunday afternoon.
Also On· anytime this weekend
2: This popular edutainment city lets kids role-play over 80 adult professions in a safe, scaled-down environment. It operates all weekend long with consistent hours.It's a major attraction that consistently offers high engagement for kids aged 4-14 on weekends.
: Plan your Sunday immersion into KidZania where your children can take control of their own careers for the day. It's a fully immersive, all-weather option.Including the Sunday operating hours specifically ensures parents can plan for either day of the weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Santiago this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are three key free events: the bustling Paris Londres Market, the Expo Gres Ceramics Fair, and the Feria Internacional del Libro Vitacura.
Are there any activities focused specifically on younger kids on Sunday?
Yes, check out the storytelling session (Cuenta cuentos) at the María Market in Providencia around 11:30 AM on Sunday, April 5th.
Where can we find hands-on, creative activities indoors this weekend?
The Expo Gres Ceramics Fair in Las Condes (free entry) promises interactive experiences where you can get your hands dirty with clay, running both Saturday and Sunday.
