Christmas is here in our city! The little ones are the most fun during this season, that’s why we put together a list of Christmas activities for the kids to have a great time. Take note.
What to do with kids at Christmas (with cost)
1. The Great Harry Potter Winter Ball.
If you know a little wizard Harry Potter fan, then take him or her to The Great Winter Ball. It is an immersive experience that is inspired by the legendary Three Wizards celebration.
Here you will see a staging, participate in the ball and even buy candy and official items from the saga. There is also a photo area, food and beverages and much more. The best part? The characters interact with the little ones.
📅Various dates available.
⏰Different schedules. Children under 6 years old are admitted to performances before 3:30 pm. Children under 15 must be accompanied by a ticketed adult.
🎟️Busca your tickets here.
📍Rovina Nuova at Mesones 72, Centro, Cuauhtémoc.
2. Christmas in the Park
This amusement park is illuminated by hundreds of Christmas lights that will amaze the little ones. There is also a parade where they will see DC characters, visit Santa’s workshop, roast bonbons in bonfires and see artificial snowfall. Of course, they’ll get all their energy out on the mechanical rides.
📅Through Jan. 21.
⏰10:00 a 22:00.
🎟️Boletos on their official website.
📍Carretera Picacho Ajusco k. m. 1.5, Jardines del Ajusco, Tlalpan.
3. KidZmas at KidZania
This children’s amusement center kicked off December with the ultimate Christmas spirit. In addition to the regular attractions, KidZania has a festival with seasonal activities such as: cookie workshop, toy workshop, boot decorating and more.
This 2023 the little ones will learn about Christmas traditions from different parts of the world, plus there are plenty of spaces to take seasonal postcards – they’ll have fun as Santa’s elves!
📅Until January 7.
🎟️Boletos on their official website.
📍Check branches and opening hours here.
4. Enchanted Medieval Christmas
Navidad Medieval Enchanted Christmas Yule is an event that will make you travel back in time to celebrate the Christmas season. Here the kids will meet magical beings, see battles, participate in games and even witness falconry and archery. Among the most anticipated activities is a living nativity.
📅December 17.
🕛10:30 a 17:00.
🎟️$200 per person. Children under 10 pay $100.
📍Ex Convento del Desierto de los Leones on Mexico-Toluca highway s/n, Cuajimalpa de Morelos.
5. Disco-style skating rink.
Among the must-see Christmas activities for children is the skating rink at the Four Seasons Hotel. The installation, located on the hotel’s terrace, has a “disco” theme, with a mirror ball and music.
There are also selfie spots, food and lights everywhere. Please note that on Thursdays only adults can enter. This is because the Fifty Mils bar hosts a pop up in this area.
📅Until January 7.
⏰Friday and Saturday from 16:00 to 22:00. Sunday from 12:00 to 19:00.
🎟️$950 adults and $550 children 4 to 12 years old.
📍Paseo de la Reforma 500, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc.
Christmas activities for children (free)
6. Christmas Train in Tláhuac
The Tláhuac municipality has different free Christmas activities for children to have fun. In addition to an incredible ice rink, families can take pictures in an illuminated village and even take a ride on a Christmas train. The schedules and tour dates are announced through the social networks of the demarcation.
7. Christmas Verbena in the Zocalo
The Zócalo was not only illuminated with the Christmas lights, but also with the verbena. In this edition, children will have the most fun with the monumental trees, games of skill and photo opportunities. Also, a series of concerts, pastorelas and much more are planned.
📅16 to 30 December.
🕛11:00 a 21:00.
🎟️Entrada free
📍Plancha del Zócalo CDMX.
8. Deliver the letter to Santa
It’s time for the little ones to write their letters of toys and wishes for Santa Claus, because in Mexico City there are already several points where they can deliver them and even take a picture with him or the Three Wise Men. Here we tell you where to leave your letter to Santa and go straight to the North Pole.
📍Several places you can visit here.
9. Circus at Tezozómoc Park
In Tezozómoc Park in Azcapotzalco there will be Christmas magic that children will enjoy to the fullest. And is that there is circus, wheel of fortune, gastronomy, crafts, Christmas tree and shows for the whole family.
📅Until January 7.
🕛Functions Monday to Friday from 18:00 to 20:00, and Saturdays and Sundays at 12:00, 18:00 and 20:00.
🎟️Entrada free.
📍Manuel Salazar s/n, Hacienda del Rosario, Prados del Rosario, Azcapotzalco.
10. Free ice rinks
For the little ones who love icy fun, the free ice rinks have arrived. In the cities of Venustiano Carranza, Álvaro Obregón and Tláhuac you can skate on ice for free with hilarious rinks.
📍Check more details here.