Feb 2009 (annual) Parco Esposizioni Novegro
Meet all your favourite characters at Milan's annual Cartoon Festival, held at the Parco delle Esposizioni Norvegno. The event attracts some of the biggest Italian publishing houses, who exhibit a huge variety of print material, video games and short films. More
20 - 21 Sep 2008 (various dates) Atahotel Executive
Held four times a year at the Atahotel in Milan, Fumettopoli is the city's biggest animation event. Collectors and aficionados congregate to complete their collections, swap, sell or buy material. More
Dec 2008 (annual) Basilica of Saint Ambrose
Milan's patron saint is celebrated annually with a beautiful Christmas market full of sweets and typical products. The "Oh Bej! Oh Bej!" fair, held every year in the area surrounding the Basilica di San Ambrogio, is one of the main annual folkloric events in the city. More
Dec 2008 (annual) Milan Aquarium
The Sea in Milan is a series of aquatic activities held at Milan's Acquario Civico. It features marine-related exhibitions, science and art-based events, recent scientific research findings, laboratory sessions and plenty of fun-filled activities for children. More
6 - 9 Nov 2008 DatchForum
Winx on Ice is a theatre production of the animated fantasy series created by Iginio Straffi. Six characters take on a human appearance in an exciting new adventure at Milan's DutchForum. The cast includes 2008 world silver medalist Carolina Kostner. More
19 - 23 Nov 2008 Palasharp
Mickey Mouse Magic Show, one of the Disney Live! Productions, is staged at Milan's Palasharp. Magic, tricks and illusion put a spin on legendary Disney cartoons, such as Aladdin, Alice in Wonderland and Cinderella. More
20 Nov 2008 - 5 Apr 2009; not Mon La Triennale of Milan
The interactive exhibition Il Mercato delle Storie encourages children aged four to 11 to explore first-hand the creative process behind fairy tales and storytelling. It is organised by MUBA, Milan's children museum, and held at La Triennale of Milan. More
15 Nov 2008 - 17 Apr 2009; Sat only (annual) Auditorium di Milano
Held at Milan's Auditorium on Saturdays, Crescendo in Musica is a classical music project by La Verdi foundation, which is tailored for children aged between three and ten. More