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Growing up with Olympic values

On the occasion of the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics, the city of Trento is hosting a program of activities designed for families, where games, discovery, and sharing become opportunities for meeting and growth. 
With animated readings, creative workshops, comic stories, and sensory experiences, the FAMILY section invites you to explore the world of winter sports, mountains, and the Olympics through different languages accessible to all ages.
Participation in the WORKSHOPS is free of charge, subject to availability.
Reservations are recommended and valid until 3:20 p.m. on the day of the event (starting at 3:30 p.m.).
Reservations are not required for the activities on February 7 and 15 and March 14, or for those in the square on February 14 and March 8.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7 | 3:30 p.m. | Spazio Ex Niccolini

Col freddo che fa - Winter stories to make you feel good

Readings aloud from illustrated books for children on the topics of winter, sports, and snow-related games.
Curated by Soledad Rivas and Andrea Oberosler
Recommended for ages 4 and up

Andrea Oberosler E Soledad Rivas
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 | 3:30 p.m. | Spazio Ex Niccolini

Il pendio bianco.
Storia sociale dello sci. 
di Manuel Riz (Diabolo Edizioni)

The first social history of skiing in comic book form, a surprising and carefully documented work in which graphic novels meet historical and popular narrative. A story full of anecdotes, curiosities, and reflections on the symbolic and material value of skiing, at the heart of the millennial relationship between man and the mountains.
Presentation and workshop by the author.
Recommended for ages 7 and up.

Il Pendio Bianco 1
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 | 3:30 p.m. | Piazza Cesare Battisti and Spazio Ex Niccolini

Carnival Olympics

Hit the slopes with masks and costumes inspired by winter sports and great champions, to enjoy a party full of color, fun, and Olympic spirit.
Followed by an art workshop organized by Studio d'Arte Andromeda.
Activities for everyone.
Reservations required only for participation in the workshop.

Olimpiadi Di Carnevale 1
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15 | 3:30 p.m. | Spazio Ex Niccolini

Oltre il traguardo.
Scienza ai blocchi di partenza

The science behind sporting movements, from the laboratory to the competition field.
Friction, lift, and energy are the basis of disciplines such as curling, windsurfing, and ski jumping.
Curated by MUSE – Science Museum
Recommended for ages 8 and up.

Oltre Il Traguardo
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 | 3:30 p.m. | Spazio Ex Niccolini

Attrezzi in stop motion

A workshop to bring to life the tools once used for work and now protagonists of winter sports, particularly the Olympics, through the creation of a mini-film. Part of the exhibition “Tools. From work to sporting dreams” on display at the METS until March 31, 2026.
Curated by the Educational Services of the METS - Trentino Ethnographic Museum San Michele.
Activities for everyone.

Mets Attrezzi Tn 1 1
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 | 3:30 p.m. | Spazio Ex Niccolini

In che senso?

The AbilNova workshop offers sensory games and small challenges to explore the world with all the senses, discovering hidden details and letting yourself be surprised by what you hear.
Organized by Abilnova Cooperativa Sociale.
Activities for everyone.

In Che Senso 1 1
SATURDAY, MARCH 7 | 3:30 p.m. | Spazio Ex Niccolini

Nevario. Le forme della Neve.
di Sarah Zambello e Susy Zanella, Nomos Edizioni

Nevario recounts snow through the lens of snow science and art, science, cinema, and poetry...
Book presentation and workshop by the authors.
Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Nevario 1
SUNDAY, MARCH 8 | 3:30 p.m. | Piazza Cesare Battisti

Cuccioli oggi, soccorritori domani.
Piccole zampe, grandi cuori

An activity designed for families and children to get to know the Alpine Rescue puppies and their growth process up close. Through games, demonstrations, and stories, we will discover how a rescue dog unit is created and trained.
Organized by Trentino Alpine and Speleological Rescue.
Activities for everyone.

Cuccioli Oggi Soccorritori Domani 1
SATURDAY, MARCH 14 | 3:30 PM | Spazio Ex Niccolini

La grande sfida Paralimpica. Simboli in gioco

The GSH Social Cooperative offers a workshop using symbols, books, and games to talk about sports! Children and adults can discover sports as a universal language that is accessible and fun. A playful experience for learning, sharing, and playing together.
Organized by the GSH Social Cooperative.
Activities for everyone.

Family 1
SUNDAY, MARCH 15 | 3:30 PM | Spazio Ex Niccolini

Conosci Cane Puzzone?
Reading and sensory workshop

Taking as reference “Cane Puzzone alle Olimpiadi” (Stinky Dog at the Olympics) and “Cane Puzzone va a sciare” (Stinky Dog Goes Skiing), published by Terre di Mezzo Editore, we will recount the adventures of this cute stray dog, the protagonist of the famous series written by Colas Gutman and illustrated by Marc Boutavant.
This will be followed by a sensory workshop where smell will reign supreme in the search for the best scent or the most deadly stench.
Curated by Soledad Rivas and Andrea Oberosler.
Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Cane Puzzone 1
SUNDAY, MARCH 15 | 5:00 PM | Spazio Ex Niccolini

Art Workshop
Expressive Workshop

The mark is an extension of the body and completion of the movement that, in the graphic stroke, reveals unique and unrepeatable beauty.
Curated by Articà, Anffas Trentino art studio
Activities for everyone.

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