Feb 2011 (annual) Parco Esposizioni Novegro
Meet all your favourite characters at Milan's annual Cartoon Festival, held at the Parco Esposizioni Novegro. The event attracts some of the biggest Italian publishing houses, who exhibit a huge variety of print material, video games and short films. More
Oct 2010 - Jan 2011; Sat only (annual) Auditorium di Milano
Held at Milan's Auditorium on selected Saturdays, Crescendo in Musica is a classical music project tailored for children aged between three and ten. With La Verdi behind it, expect a high quality programme of concerts, rehearsals, workshops and more. More
Oct 2010 - Mar 2011; Sat only (annual) Teatro Derby
Creative and stimulating, Luca Uslenghi's Children's Theatre involves children as interpreters rather than spectators. Artistically directed by Uslenghi himself, the shows at Milan's Teatro Derby allow children to experiment with various forms of expression through a range of "theatrical games". More
25 - 26 Sep 2010 (various dates) Atahotel Executive
With four annual editions at the Atahotel Executive, Fumettopoli is Milan's most popular animation event. Collectors and aficionados congregate to complete their collections, swap, sell or buy material. For an invitation, please visit the Fumettopoli website. More
Weekends only Castello Sforzesco
The awe-inspiring size of Sforza's Castle is reason enough to take a tour of its secret passages. Built by the ruling Visconti-Sforza family in the early 15th century, the castle served as both a sumptuous ducal residence and as a virtually impregnable fortress protecting the city. More
Daily; not Mon Milan Aquarium
The Milan aquarium is one of the oldest and largest in Italy. Enormous pools are filled with more than 100 different species of fish, living in recreated environments ranging from the Amazon to the Mediterranean. There's also a terrarium with amphibians. More
Daily; not Mon Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology
Milan's Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology, one of the most visited museums in Italy, is a treasure trove of gadgets and inventions. Divided into various sections, it offers explanations on topics as diverse as information technology, engines and astronomy. More
Daily IdroPark
The IdroPark, nicknamed Milan's beach by locals, is a water park and sporting venue close to Milan's Linate airport. It also hosts cultural shows in summer, including theatre and music performances, and boating competitions. More
Meet all your favourite characters at Milan's annual Cartoon Festival, held at the Parco Esposizioni Novegro. The event attracts some of the biggest Italian publishing houses, who exhibit a huge variety of print material, video games and short films. 
Held at Milan's Auditorium on selected Saturdays, Crescendo in Musica is a classical music project tailored for children aged between three and ten. With La Verdi behind it, expect a high quality programme of concerts, rehearsals, workshops and more. 
Milan's Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology, one of the most visited museums in Italy, is a treasure trove of gadgets and inventions. Divided into various sections, it offers explanations on topics as diverse as information technology, engines and astronomy. 
