Save Saturday for indoors: a 75% chance of rain is landing squarely on Mar 14, making it the perfect excuse to dive into the FLIC Festival, the 16th edition of Barcelona's beloved children's and young adult literature fest at Disseny Hub. Workshops, read-alouds, and creative installations await.

The rest of the weekend is looking up, Friday and Sunday are wide open for getting outside. Here are the highlights:

Whether you're sheltering with a good book at Disseny Hub or heading to the coast for Sunday sun, there's a great weekend in there for every family.

— Ben & Rahim

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Lace up your trainers and run for a cause! Join this fun donation race with WWF to save your favorite animal. Choose between a 3km kids' run or 5km adult race, get a cool animal t-shirt, and make a real difference together.

Join musician Pep Gol for an interactive musical adventure at the Music Museum! Discover how sounds evolved from ancient instruments to digital technology, and get hands-on with a giant 4-meter Sound Machine keyboard where you'll create music from everyday objects, voices, and nature sounds.

Dive into the 16th edition of FLIC, Barcelona's beloved children's and young adult literature festival! Enjoy games, illustration workshops, read-alouds, and creative installations designed for the whole family at Disseny Hub Barcelona on March 14-15.

Get ready to be amazed by Niñas del Mago, Spain’s only female magician duo! This interactive magic show blends illusions, mime, and clown performances with a feminist twist, perfect for the whole family to enjoy together in an intimate, up-close setting.

Step into a magical world of tiny treasures at Barcelona Miniatures, where 26 exhibitors showcase exquisite dollhouse miniatures in 1:12 scale, from Victorian mansions to retro 1970s scenes. Kids can vote for their favorite display and win prizes.

Fri Mar 20. St. Joseph Oriol Children's Parade at Plaça de Sant Josep Oriol (Ciutat Vella - Barri Gòtic). Join kids from neighborhood schools for a festive children's parade through the heart of the Barri del Pi. Activities for all ages. Free. Friday, March 20 at 6pm (Add to Calendar).

Weekend Mar 21-22. Puppet Planet at Poble Espanyol (Sants Montjuïc). This puppet festival features 51 performances across 12 stages, workshops, and street shows in charming Poble Espanyol. All ages. 10.80€+. Saturday, Mar 21 from 10am-6:30pm (Add to Calendar). Sunday, Mar 22 from 10am-6:30pm (Add to Calendar).

Sat Mar 21, 2026. Ballet of Lights: Cinderella at Auditori L'Illa. The traditional Cinderella story told by light-wearing ballet dancers. 5+. From 21€. Saturday, Mar 21 at 4:30pm (Add to Calendar) and 6:30pm (Add to Calendar)

Sun Mar 22, 5:30 PM. Fly Me to the Moon at SAT! Sant Andreu Teatre (Sant Andreu). Cia Leandre's magical journey to the moon. All ages. 50m. 10.50€. Sunday, Mar 22 at 5:30pm (Add to Calendar).

Sun Mar 22. Symphonic Concert for Families at Liceu (Ciutat Vella). Experience the magic of a world-class symphonic orchestra at Gran Teatre del Liceu in this family-friendly concert celebrating 25 years of Petit Liceu. 10+. 10-29€. Sunday, Mar 22 at 5pm (Add to Calendar).

Sundays Mar 22 & May 17. Clean and Tidy: Smells, Scents and Odors in Ancient Egypt at Museu Egipci de Barcelona. Travel back to ancient Egypt and discover the surprising scents of daily life and mummification. 7+. 10€ (with reservation). Sunday, Mar 22 from 10:30am-Noon (Add to Calendar). Sunday, May 17 from 10:30am-Noon (Add to Calendar).

The Rabbit Hole

Somewhere above the city, half-hidden by pine trees and unmarked on most tourist maps, there's a ruin that locals have quietly claimed as their own. Bunkers del Carmel — a crumbling anti-aircraft battery from the Spanish Civil War — sits on one of the highest points in Barcelona, with 360° views so complete it feels like the city laid itself out just for you. No ticket booth, no crowds, no guided tour telling you where to look. Just wind, wildflowers, and the whole of Barcelona stretching to the sea. Drop down through the park to Mühlberg Bridge to extend the adventure, pack a picnic, and let the kids roam the ruins like they discovered them themselves.

Made with ❤️ by Ben & Rahim. Two San Francisco dads living in BCN. We scout the city for the best cultural events, workshops, festivals, and hidden spots so you don't have to. Less planning, more playing. See you in the park or in your inbox every Thursday.