Mother's Day 2026: family weekend with free museums and kids' workshops

Mother's Day 2026: family weekend with free museums and kids' workshops

On the weekend of May 9-10, 2026, many Italian cultural venues organize special activities for families: hands-on workshops, guided tours and extra openings designed for children and their caregivers.

• Trento – MUSE: workshops and shows about historical inventions and mechanisms.
• Naples – Città della Scienza: interactive experiments and explorer activities for kids.
• Bologna – Palazzo Fava: creative workshop focused on street art for children.
• Caserta – Reggia di Caserta: family-friendly themed escape rooms.
• Milan – Duomo and Palazzo Lombardia: child-friendly terrace visits; Palazzo Lombardia's Belvedere opens on Sunday, May 10 from 10:00 to 18:00 with free entry.
• Venice – Ca' Rezzonico: fresco and art technique workshops for little ones.
• Genoa – Città dei Bambini e dei Ragazzi: tech experiences and digital creations.
• Mugello (Tuscany): outdoor activities and hands-on museum workshops.
• Turin – Egyptian Museum: free entry for mothers accompanied by their children (children require a ticket).
• Brescia – Civic Museums: free entry for mothers and age-group workshops.
• Padua: civic sites offering reduced or free entry for mothers with minor children.
• Rome – MAXXI and other venues: family visits and workshops with concessions for mothers attending with children.
• Bari – Piazza Idea: creative morning on Sunday, May 10 from 10:30 to 13:00 with workshops and a photo trail.
• Genoa – Lanterna: family stories and activities from 15:00 (included in the admission ticket).
• Montecatini: market, face painting and pony rides; free entry and a floral gift for mothers.

Practical information: many events allow free entry for mothers accompanied by their children, but rules vary (children often need a ticket). Book workshops and guided visits in advance when possible, as places are limited.

Tips for families: bring water, a snack and a change of clothes for young children if activities are outdoors; pick activities suitable for your child's age, arrive early to collect materials and always check venue websites for up-to-date schedules.