Mother's Day in Italy is celebrated this Sunday, May 10, 2026, just like in Brazil. To mark the date, the cities of Rome and Milan are organizing a series of free activities aimed at families and children.
Options range from outdoor art workshops to free entry to prestigious museums and cultural institutions.
Free events in Rome
In Rome, the highlight is the creative space set up at Villa Pamphili by the VIVI brand. Starting at 11 am on Sunday, children can participate in the activity "How beautiful is my mother". (How beautiful is my mamma), which offers easels, canvases and paints for painting.
In the cultural sector, the MAXXI museum offers free entry to all mothers accompanied by their children. Another option in the capital is the swap party organized by CAV Roma Talenti, where it's possible to exchange used clothes in a charitable initiative.
For those seeking historical tours, the center of Rome will free tours Guided by the main monuments. In the town of Pomezia, the Lavinium Civic Archaeological Museum promotes the event "A flower for mom". (Un fiore per la mamma), with children's readings and workshops.
Free activities in Milan
Milan has also prepared a special program for the weekend. On Sunday, the Palazzo Lombardia opens the Belvedere Berlusconi to the public. With a reservation, visitors can enjoy the panoramic view of the city from the 39th floor.
The venue also offers a free personalized makeup session with experts from the Mba Making Beauty Academy. Meanwhile, the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana and the Crypt of San Sepolcro offer free admission to mothers accompanied by their children.
At Casa Jannacci, the program begins on Saturday, May 9th, with puppet theater and ping-pong tournaments. On Sunday, the space inaugurates a photographic exhibition by Guido Harari and hosts musical performances with artists such as Ale&Franz and Paolo Rossi.
