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

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

From 14 to 17 May 2026, Ancona hosts the third edition of the Family Festival: a series of events tailored to families, children and local organizations. The festival highlights reuse, community participation and practical activities for all ages.

Venues

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

Summary programme

• 14 May, 17:00 — Ridotto del Teatro delle Muse: public talk "Your imperfect family is perfect as it is" with Costanza Miriano. Open to everyone.
• 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; participating families will receive a sapling.
• 16-17 May — Parco della Cittadella: play areas, sports, dance, creative workshops and animation managed by local associations and play centers.
• 16-24 May — Luna Park at Parco della Cittadella (open Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00).
• 17 May, 15:00-19:00 — Mercabimbo: a toy-and-learning market for children aged 6 to 12. Young vendors participate for free; an accompanying parent or responsible adult is required.

Practical information

Registrations and contacts: for the "FARE FAMIGLIA" conference call 333 926 41 66. To register children for Mercabimbo fill in this form: https://forms.gle/P2NU76TzZGtghmhN9

Costs: many activities are free; some require prior booking or adherence to event rules.

Tips: bring water, sunscreen and comfortable clothing. Arrive early for popular activities and accompany children at the market. Stalls for Mercabimbo are assigned until full.

Location

Via del Commercio, 6 — Ancona (AN). Coordinates: 43.5929088, 13.5060842.

The festival is organized with the support of local associations and public bodies to create a varied schedule focused on family wellbeing and community engagement.