On August 16, 2026, Children’s Day is here again, and kids everywhere are celebrating their special day. If you’re not sure what to do for Children’s Day in Buenos Aires but know you want it to be special, unique, and lots of fun, here are 11 ideas to make your Children’s Day all that and more.
Did you know that Buenos Aires has several options for ice skating?
If you’re short on ideas for Children’s Day in Buenos Aires, stop by Margal in Caballito, one of the city’s ice rinks, and enjoy an hour of skating or a pass that lets you skate, take a break, and skate again as many times as you like.
And if you’re looking for a big surprise this Children’s Day, take the little ones in your family to the largest rink in Buenos Aires. It’s called Fantasy Skate and is located in Villa Devoto. It’s a 20 x 40-meter rink where more than 250 people can skate at the same time.
The best part: the rink is open year-round, even in the middle of summer, and operates from 7 a.m. until 1 a.m. So if you can’t sleep one night, you know where to go to burn off some energy.
Concerts featuring the best Disney tunes
Immerse yourself in the magic and nostalgia of “Candlelight: Disney Love Songs” and experience a unique concert where the most romantic melodies from your favorite movies come to life live, under the warm glow of thousands of candles. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or want your little ones to discover them too, it’s an unforgettable journey filled with emotion, memories, and pure musical magic. Get your tickets!
If you need ideas for Children’s Day that are both surprising and a lot of fun, why not spend Children’s Day at a theme park?
Buenos Aires has five very diverse theme parks to explore on Children’s Day: from roller coasters and life-size dinosaurs to shows and educational attractions, each theme park in Buenos Aires has its own magic. If you’re not sure what to do on Children’s Day in Buenos Aires, just go explore them.
Your 4 Children’s Musicals
If the youngest members of your family are theater fans, to celebrate an unforgettable Children’s Day and mark Children’s Month as a family, take them to see one of the most delightful children’s musicals at the Devoto Theater: on Saturday, August 15, there are two great shows: at 3:00 p.m., “Stories and Songs by María Elena Walsh” takes the stage, followed at 5:00 p.m. by the classic “Little Red Riding Hood.” The celebration continues at the Belgrano Auditorium on Saturday, August 22, at 3:00 p.m. with a performance of “Manuelita, My Home Is the World,” and concludes on Saturday, August 29, at 5:30 p.m. with the iconic musical “Vivitos y Coleando 2.”
Exploring Buenos Aires aboard a restoredvintage streetcar might be one of the best Children’s Day activities you can imagine.
The Association of Friends of the Tram offers free tram tours from Caballito every weekend. The rides are short (so the kids won’t get bored), they’re fun, and you’ll give them the chance to experience something unique.
📍Meeting point: Emilio Mitre 500
⏰Saturdays and Sundays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
👉Free activity
For those looking for a Children’s Day plan with adventurous activities, the best idea is to book a spot at one of Buenos Aires’ adventure parks.
These are very safe places where kids (and adults, too) can climb, swing, and navigate high-altitude courses for a really fun experience.
📍Trepark
Av. Miguel B. Sánchez 1041 (formerly Crisólogo Larralde) – Nuñez
Minimum height: 120 cm.
Open Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Weekends and holidays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
📍Aeropark
Av. Rivadavia 6465 – Flores
Minimum height: 120 cm
Open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Something as simple as a delicious snack can be a great plan if you’re not sure how to celebrate Children’s Day. In Buenos Aires, there are tons of amazing cafes where you can enjoy whatever you’re in the mood for.
But there are some that are specifically designed to make the youngest members of the family very happy. So if you’re looking for the perfect afternoon snack to enjoy with kids, here are the best options in Buenos Aires.
In Buenos Aires, there are so many wonderful parks with playgrounds and themed areas that, if the sun is shining on Children’s Day, a great breakfast or snack should be followed by a trip to any of the city’s themed parks.
Playgrounds shaped like rockets, dragons, houses, hospitals, or even fire trucks—choose the one closest to you and simply enjoy watching the little ones run and play while you have a picnic or drink mate.
A long weekend at a 5-star hotel
To celebrate Children’s Day with the family, the Sheraton Pilar Hotel & Convention Center is offering a special package to enjoy during the long weekend in August: family stays that include recreational activities for kids, access to wellness facilities, and top-notch dining options. Plus, on Sunday, August 16, there will be a special buffet lunch featuring a live musical performance, songs, and kids’ karaoke.
An ideal way to spend Children’s Day with the family—where kids, imagination, and creativity take center stage—is at Parque de la Ciudad. If the weather cooperates, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy all the outdoor activities and workshops for kids that will be organized for the day.
Immerse yourself in a world of light
Argentina’s first venue dedicated exclusively to interactive LED games is in Villa Crespo. It’s called Lumiverse, and if you still don’t know what to do on Children’s Day, it’s a great place to escape the routine with the little ones and immerse yourself in a world of lights that guide you through the darkness as you play interactive games like “The Floor Is Lava,” “Laser Mission,” and “Murillo Rush.” Have you ever played Basket Flow? Come on out and enjoy it with the whole family.
Free admission: music, games, and shows for the whole family at the Floralis in Recoleta. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly way to celebrate Children’s Day in Buenos Aires, on Sunday, August 16, 2026, the Plaza de las Naciones Unidas is hosting a free Children’s Day festival featuring themed areas, workshops, bikes, live shows, and a closing performance by Topa.
An afternoon of bowling, mini-golf, and games
Ronda is the entertainment area at DOT Shopping and is a great place to spend a fun afternoon on Children’s Day. If the 11 bowling lanes, the IronDriver driving simulators, or the Sacoa arcade games aren’t enough, the little ones (and the grown-ups too—why not?) can check out the artistic offerings at Art Point or the two themed mini-golf courses inspired by Space and the Mushroom Kingdom.
We know that all that playing will make you hungry, so it’s good to know there are 15 dining spots available at any time of day—from breakfast to dinner—featuring signature cocktail bars and outdoor terraces. Plus, the entire complex is pet-friendly and includes two hours of free parking when you validate your ticket through the DOT Baires Shopping app.
Children’s Day in a 5-star setting
The Grand Brizo Bel Air hotel in Recoleta offers a dining experience and guided activities to celebrate Children’s Day. While the adults enjoy brunch at Tierra Restaurant, the kids take part in a baking workshop in the Vicente López Room to create their own recipes alongside the hotel’s kitchen team. The menu designed for the little ones includes a three-course brunch with non-alcoholic beverages and herbal teas, with the option of hot chocolate.
