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

Ancona Family Festival — 3rd edition

From 14 to 17 May 2026 Ancona presents a family-oriented program with talks, creative workshops, outdoor entertainment and community activities. The festival promotes reuse, sociality and local participation.

Main venues

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

Program overview

• 14 May, 17:00 — Ridotto del Teatro delle Muse: public talk "Your imperfect family is perfect as it is" with Costanza Miriano. Open reflection session.
• 15 May, 18:00 — Centro Studi Icaro: conference "FARE FAMIGLIA" featuring Carla Urbinati (psychoanalyst) and Andrea Lucantoni (psychologist). Presentation of the project "Il tempo di crescere — spazio Icaro". Free entry.
• 16 May, 15:30 — Parco della Cittadella: tree-planting dedicated to newborns; attending families will receive a small plant.
• 16–17 May — Parco della Cittadella: play areas, sports, dance, creative workshops and animation run by local associations and play centers.
• 16–24 May — Funfair at Parco della Cittadella (open on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00).
• 17 May, 15:00–19:00 — Mercabimbo: toy-and-learning market for children aged 6–12. Free participation for young sellers; a parent or responsible adult must be present. Stalls assigned while places last.

Practical information

• Registration and contacts: for the "FARE FAMIGLIA" conference call +39 333 926 41 66. To register for Mercabimbo fill in the form: https://forms.gle/P2NU76TzZGtghmhN9
• Costs: many activities are free; some require prior registration or adherence to specific rules.
• Tips: bring water and sunscreen, wear comfortable clothes and arrive early for popular activities. Always accompany children at market stalls.

The festival mobilizes local associations, public bodies and sponsors to offer a varied program dedicated to family growth, care and sharing.

Location: Via del Commercio, 6 — Ancona (AN)