Ancona Family Festival (3rd edition) — May 14-17, 2026

Ancona Family Festival — 3rd edition

From May 14 to 17, 2026 Ancona hosts a family-focused program with talks on parenting, creative workshops, sports and outdoor entertainment. Many activities are free; some require prior registration.

Main venues

• Ridotto of Teatro delle Muse
• Centro Studi Icaro (Via del Commercio 6)
• Parco della Cittadella

Program overview

• May 14, 5:00 PM — Ridotto del Teatro delle Muse: public talk "La tua famiglia imperfetta è perfetta così" with Costanza Miriano. Open reflection session.
• May 15, 6:00 PM — Centro Studi Icaro: conference "FARE FAMIGLIA" focused on parenting, with speakers Carla Urbinati (psychoanalyst) and Andrea Lucantoni (psychologist). The project "Il tempo di crescere — spazio Icaro" will be presented. Free entry.
• May 16, 3:30 PM — Parco della Cittadella: tree planting dedicated to newborns; participating families will receive a sapling.
• May 16-17 — Parco della Cittadella: play areas, sports, dance, creative workshops and animation led by local associations and playgroups.
• May 16-24 — Luna Park at Parco della Cittadella (weekend opening from 11:00 AM).
• May 17, 3:00-7:00 PM — Mercabimbo: a toy-and-learning market for children aged 6–12. Young sellers participate for free; an accompanying adult must be present. Stalls assigned until full.

For families

The festival encourages reuse, community interaction and educational activities for all ages. While many events are free, some require registration or compliance with organisers' rules. Mercabimbo stalls must be booked in advance.

Practical information

• Conference contact: 333 926 41 66
• Mercabimbo registration and rules: fill out the form at this link (copy and paste in your browser): https://forms.gle/P2NU76TzZGtghmhN9
• Tips: bring water and sunscreen, wear comfortable clothes and arrive early for popular activities. Always accompany children at the market stalls.

The event brings together local associations, public bodies and sponsors to create a diverse and accessible programme that celebrates family life as a space for growth and sharing.