The kids’ school break is almost over, but the city still offers a packed schedule of activities for all tastes and budgets. So, if you’re wondering , “What to do during school break in São Paulo?”, this guide is your ticket to a fun-filled adventure with the kids. After all, after a long semester of school, they deserve to have some fun!
From the vibrant arts scene to outdoor spots to visit with the kids, the capital has something for everyone. So, get ready to explore the best activities in São Paulo to make the most of your time with the little ones during the July school break.
Attractions to Enjoy During School Break in São Paulo
Vanished Worlds
This immersive virtual reality journey invites visitors on a spectacular expedition through 3.5 billion years of Earth’s history.
Using cutting-edge technology, visitors are guided by explorer Charlie and her robot on a journey through eight fossil sites, from the depths of the primordial oceans to tropical forests teeming with dinosaurs and giant reptiles.
📅 Through September 21, 2026
🎫 Starting at R$ 39
📍 Shopping Cidade São Paulo: Avenida Paulista, 1230 – Bela Vista (2nd basement level)
♿ Accessible location | Space adapted for people in wheelchairs
Brilha Sonhos Festival at Villa-Lobos Park
Get ready for an unforgettable sensory journey at Villa-Lobos Park. The immersive nighttime tour combines light, sound, and technology to create fantastic scenes. As you walk along the path, you’ll pass through colorful tunnels, luminous portals, and enchanted forests—all designed to provide incredible photo opportunities and a playful experience that feels like something out of a dream.
📅 Through August 30, 2026
🎫 Starting at R$ 75
📍 Villa Lobos Park (Entrance 3): Avenida Professor Fonseca Rodrigues, 2001 – Alto de Pinheiros
Vacation at the Arte em Construção Cultural Center
The Arte em Construção Cultural Center hosts an afternoon dedicated to connection and imagination, immersing visitors in the world of Brazilian popular culture through poetry, music, and stories that put children at the center.
The event is organized by the Pombas Urbanas Institute and offers an excellent option for community recreation, transforming Saturday afternoons into a space for collective discovery and cherished memories.
📅 July 25, 2026
🕰️ Saturday, starting at 3 p.m.
🎫 Free
📍 Arte em Construção Cultural Center: Avenida dos Metalúrgicos, 2100 – Cidade Tiradentes
Vacation Station at the Museum of the Portuguese Language
Pátio B will host the “Chão É Palavra” event, where literary texts by writers from Angola, Mozambique, Cape Verde, and Brazil will be scattered throughout the space, inviting the public to “fish” for words and create their own poems.
Plus, kids ages 8 to 12 can let their creativity run wild at the “Poem, Bird, Fish” workshop , exploring a sea of words to create bird books and fish books using colorful sheets of paper.
On July 18, there’s the circus show *Girando pelo Fio do Tempo*, featuring acrobatics and clowning with spinning tops, followed by Cris Barulins’ *Planeta Peteca* show , which features songs from Brazil’s oral tradition and vibrant rhythms.
📅 July 9–19, 2026
🕰️ Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
🎫 Free
📍 Museum of the Portuguese Language: Praça da Luz, s/nº – Historic Center
Vacation at the Museum | Reservinha Workshop: Children’s Museum
The activity introduces children, in a lighthearted and playful way, to the process of cataloging objects from the institution’s Technical Reserve. Through the workshop, children are encouraged to exercise their imagination, writing, and drawing skills.
In addition to getting hands-on, participants and their guardians will have the chance to talk with professionals in the field to discover how memories and historical artifacts are preserved.
📅 July 5–19
🕰️ Starting at 11 a.m.
🎫 Free | Limited spots available on a first-come, first-served basis
📍 Immigration Museum: Rua Visconde de Parnaíba, 1316 – Mooca
Tamboré Mall – School Break Schedule
The main highlight is the Galinha Pintadinha Circus, a themed space at Praça de Eventos featuring a ball pit, a trampoline, a carousel, and a toddler area. In addition, Estação Kids offers a summer camp on weekdays, with slime-making and painting workshops, as well as guided activities.
Plus, families can enjoy the Taste Lab’s Espaço Kids, a completely free outdoor playground integrated into the dining area.
Galinha Pintadinha Circus:
📅 July 1–August 31, 2026
🎫 Starting at R$ 55
📍 Tamboré Mall (Event Plaza): Avenida Piracema, 669 – Tamboré, Barueri
Estação Kids Summer Camp:
📅 July 1–31, 2026
🕰️ Weekdays, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
🎫 R$ 120 per day, payable in advance
📍 Tamboré Mall (Centauro corridor): Avenida Piracema, 669 – Tamboré, Barueri
July Camp Summer Camp — Eleva School
With the theme “Around the World: An Adventure Across the Continents, ” the project offers a program of games, sports, and creative activities inspired by the cultures and traditions of different countries.
Children and teens will have access to the full facilities of this renowned bilingual school. To accommodate each family’s schedule, the program offers complete flexibility with options for daily, part-time, or full-time enrollment, all with meals included.
📅 July 13–24
🎫 Starting at R$ 440
📍 Escola Eleva São Paulo: Rua José Antônio Coelho, 819 – Vila Mariana
Sítio do Picapau Amarelo Theme Park
This park in Atibaia, just 66 kilometers from São Paulo, offers an immersion into the world of Monteiro Lobato. Spanning 30,000 square meters, it features educational entertainment in areas such as the Gruta da Cuca, the Viscount of Sabugosa’s Laboratory, and the Kingdom of Águas Claras. An outing that combines Brazilian culture, fun activities, and contact with nature!
📅 Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays
🎫 Starting at R$ 129 | Discount for Atibaia residents
📍 Rua Gennaro Ricco, 755 – Jardim Bogotá, Atibaia/SP
Dopamine Land
This one-of-a-kind experience invites children and adults alike to embark on a sensory and interactive journey! With creative installations and visual and tactile stimuli, the exhibition is designed to evoke feelings of joy and well-being. It’s the perfect place to enjoy summer vacation with the kids!
📅 Through July 31
🎫 Starting at R$55, available here
📍 Eldorado Mall: Avenida Rebouças, 3970 – Pinheiros
Toy Story to Infinity and Beyond: The Exhibition
The immersive experience has just arrived on Paulista Avenue to celebrate the franchise’s 30th anniversary . The exhibition brings together original materials from Pixar’s archives, such as concept sketches and storyboards, allowing the public to understand how the first feature-length film created entirely with computer graphics came to be. The program combines nostalgia and technology for all generations.
📅 Through July 31
🎫 Starting at R$ 35
📍 Shopping Cidade São Paulo: Avenida Paulista, 1230 – Bela Vista
Clay Pot Painting Workshop
The “Free Clay Bowl Painting Workshop” is a creative experience that invites participants to let their imaginations run wild and personalize their own piece.
Lasting 45 minutes per session, the event is completely free for all ages, making it a perfect outing for both kids and adults who want to tap into their artistic side in one of the most iconic buildings in the Historic Center.
Limited spots available (only 6 people per session).
📅 Through August 3, 2026
🕰️ Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Saturdays and Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Last session always at 5 p.m.
🎫 Free
📍 CCBB SP: Rua Álvares Penteado, 112 – Historic Center (1st floor)
Disney Moana 2 at ParkShopping São Caetano
School break gets a touch of adventure with the official Disney Moana 2 attraction! In a setting inspired by the seas of Oceania, kids take part in an interactive circuit with activities that stimulate creativity, teamwork, and motor skills.
The program features workshops for customizing plaster starfish, an obstacle course, sound games, and a ball pit with a double slide. A must-see option for moms and dads who still don’t know what to do with the kids during these July school breaks!
📅 Through July 28, 2026
🕓 Sunday through Thursday and holidays, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
🧒 Children under 4 may participate when accompanied by a guardian
🎫 Free; tickets can be redeemed via the Multi app
📍 ParkShopping São Caetano: Alameda Terracota, 545 – Cerâmica Neighborhood, São Caetano do Sul, SP
A Work of Art: Endless Painting
The Pinacoteca de São Paulo is presenting a brand-new interactive installation by artist Gui Teixeira that promises to delight the little ones. In “Pintura sem fim” (Endless Painting), visitors can manipulate pieces of colorful felt on a huge carpeted wall, collectively creating figures, landscapes, and abstract shapes that change with each new interaction.
In addition to the installation, the special July program features workshops and educational tours that spark the imagination and creativity of the whole family.
📅 Through 2028
🕓 Wednesday through Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
🎫 Starting at R$20.00 (half-price) | Free for children under 10 and, on Saturdays, for all visitors
📍 Pina Luz: Praça da Luz, 2 – Downtown | Pina Contemporânea: Avenida Tiradentes, 237 – Downtown
♿ Accessible location, with audio description and videos with Brazilian Sign Language (Libras) interpretation
“Toys That Tell Stories” Exhibition
Shopping Penha features a nostalgic and interactive exhibition that bridges generations. Parents, grandparents, and children can take a trip down memory lane through toys that defined their eras, starting in the 1960s.
In addition to viewing the collection, visitors can have fun at themed stations featuring classic board games— such as Cara a Cara, Aquaplay, and Pula Pirata—and traditional games like hopscotch, spinning tops, and yo-yos.
📅 Through August 2, 2026
🕓 Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Sundays and holidays, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
🎫 Free
📍 Shopping Penha: Rua Dr. João Ribeiro, 304 – Penha de França
Galinha Pintadinha Workshops
The Frei Canequinha children’s space offers free creative workshops inspired by one of the country’s biggest children’s entertainment phenomena. These playful activities are perfect for sparking kids’ creativity during these July school breaks!
As a special bonus, workshop participants receive discount vouchers for the show “TOP 10 da Galinha Pintadinha, ” currently playing at the Teatro Sabesp Frei Caneca.
📅 Through August 2, 2026
🕓 Fridays, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. | Saturdays and Sundays, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
🎫 Free
📍 Frei Caneca Mall: Rua Frei Caneca, 569 – Consolação
Dora’s Interactive Tour
The kids are set to meet Dora and her friends Boots, Fox, and Benny on this interactive adventure tour. This free space at Shopping Parque da Cidade features motor skills challenges, puzzles, and sensory activities that stimulate logical thinking in settings inspired by the cartoon. It’s one of the must-see attractions for enjoying São Paulo with the kids this vacation.
📅 Through July 26, 2026
🕓 Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Sundays and holidays, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
🧒 For children ages 3 to 12
🎫 Free, with prior registration on the mall’s website
📍 Parque da Cidade Mall: Avenida Nações Unidas, 14401 – Chácara Santo Antônio
Workshops: Less Screens, More Imagination
In partnership with Jayu Arte, Shopping Pátio Higienópolis offers free children’s workshops that encourage kids to put their cell phones and tablets aside to make room for hands-on creativity. Every weekend in July, children learn how to make and personalize their own wooden or paper toys , such as jointed little dogs and unique puzzles to take home.
📅 July 18, 19, 25, and 26, 2026
🕓 Saturdays and Sundays, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
🧒 Workshop recommended for ages 4 and up (children under 4 may participate when accompanied by a guardian)
🎫 Free, with advance ticket redemption via the Iguatemi One app
📍 Shopping Pátio Higienópolis: Avenida Higienópolis, 618 (Terrace Level) – Higienópolis
Sunday at the Square: Bluey and Bingo + Sensory Regulation Space
On July 19, the canine sisters Bluey and Bingo are coming to the São Paulo metropolitan area for a brand-new, free theatrical performance! Inspired by the cartoon, the show playfully explores the importance of play and imagination. The following week, on July 26, the “Domingo na Praça” project keeps the fun going by welcoming the duo Bento and Totó.
Mogi Shopping also offers Espaço Aurora, a permanent space dedicated to welcoming and supporting self-regulation for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and those who are neurodivergent. With indirect lighting, soundproofing, and therapeutic equipment (such as the bubble tube), the space is perfect for families to slow down and manage sensory overload during their outings.
Shows
📅 Bluey and Bingo Show: July 19, 2026 | Bento and Totó: July 26, 2026
🕓 Sundays, always at 3 p.m.
🎫 Free (tickets available via the mall’s app starting July 14 for Bluey and Bingo, and July 21 for Bento and Totó)
📍 Mogi Shopping: Avenida Vereador Narciso Yague Guimarães, 1001 – Jardim Armênia, Mogi das Cruzes/SP
♿ Area reserved for children with disabilities near the stage
Espaço Aurora
📅 Permanent attraction
🕓 Daily (follows the mall’s hours of operation; support staff available on Saturdays from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
🎫 Free
📍 Mogi Shopping: Avenida Vereador Narciso Yague Guimarães, 1001 (next to Espaço Família) – Jardim Armênia, Mogi das Cruzes/SP
iGaleria (Iguatemi Alphaville) School Break Schedule
iGaleria offers playful art workshops designed to introduce children to the artistic styles of great artists, such as Van Gogh and David Dalmau. With classes limited to six participants per session, the experience features activities like puzzles based on famous works of art, free drawing, concrete art dominoes, and themed card games.
📅 July 16, 23, and 30, 2026
🕓 Thursdays, with sessions at 2:30 p.m. (children ages 3–6) and 5:00 p.m. (children ages 7–10)
🎫 Free, with limited spots available via registration on WhatsApp at 11 92135-6739 or the Iguatemi One app
📍 Iguatemi Alphaville: Alameda Araguaia, 681 (3rd floor) – Alphaville Industrial, Barueri/SP
School Break Schedule at Parque Shopping Barueri
Parque Shopping Barueri has put together a selection of special attractions for kids this July break! Highlights include “Joga Baru, ” a free workshop featuring board games for all ages, and the official Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug& Cat Noir theme park, complete with slides, bouncy castles, and a giant ball pit.
Workshops
📅 Through July 31, 2026
🕓 Saturdays and Sundays
🎫 Free
📍 Parque Shopping Barueri: Rua General de Divisão Pedro Rodrigues da Silva, 400 – Aldeia, Barueri/SP
Miraculous Theme Park
📅 Through August 31, 2026
🕓 Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Sundays and holidays, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
🎫 Starting at R$ 60 | Half-price admission guaranteed for children with disabilities
📍 Parque Shopping Barueri: Rua General de Divisão Pedro Rodrigues da Silva, 400 – Aldeia, Barueri/SP
Enchanted Forest
This July, Shopping Anália Franco is hosting “Floresta Encantada” (Enchanted Forest), a nature-inspired adventure course featuring giant mushrooms and colorful flowers. The attraction includes trampolines, suspension bridges, slides, and a huge pool filled with colorful blocks for kids to burn off some energy!
📅 Through August 30, 2026
🕓 Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Sundays and holidays, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
🧒 Children under 1.20m in height must be accompanied by a guardian (guardians enter for free)
🎫 Starting at R$60
📍 Anália Franco Mall: Avenida Regente Feijó, 1739 (Event Plaza, Orchid Level) – Tatuapé
Storytime: Vacation Special
Every weekend, Livraria da Vila hosts theatrical storytelling performances based on children’s and young adult literature. Among the stories are “Who Farted?” (on the 25th) and “The Empty Pot” ( on the 26th), perfect for sparking the imagination of young readers.
📅 July 18–26, 2026
🕓 Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.
🚫 For children ages 3 and up, who must always be accompanied by a guardian over 18 years of age
🎫 Free, but must be redeemed in advance via the Iguatemi One app
📍 Pátio Paulista Mall: Rua Treze de Maio, 1947 (Livraria da Vila, 2nd floor—Paraíso Level) – Bela Vista
Zip line 30 minutes from São Paulo
Voo da Serra is a 500-meter-long zip line that soars over the Atlantic Forest with an incredible view of the Baixada Santista. The attraction is open to children ages five and up.
🎫 Starting at R$75
📍 Estrada Caminho do Mar, Km 38 – Alto da Serra – São Bernardo do Campo, SP
Picnic
Another great way to enjoy the July break is to have a nice picnic in São Paulo’s parks. To help you out, we’ve listed in this article some perfect spots in the city where you can spread out a blanket on the ground and enjoy some time outdoors.
Places to Visit in São Paulo with Kids
This vacation, how about taking a trip to the countryside of São Paulo? Check out this article for the best places to travel with kids and experience a countryside adventure with the whole family.
Restaurants to Visit with Kids During School Break in São Paulo
Zé do Hamburger
This burger joint is inspired by traditional 1950s American diners , combining great food with retro entertainment. The vintage decor features a jukebox and even a converted 1951 Ford in the dining room!
Highlights on the menu include appetizers to share, such as Batata do Zé, milkshakes (like the Marilyn Shake and the Triple Ninho), and generous desserts like the Taça Especial do Zé.
📍 Perdizes Location: Rua Itapicuru, 419 – Perdizes | Pompeia Location: Rua Apinajés, 847 – Pompeia
SpongeBob – Burger & Restaurant
“Are you ready, kids?” “We’re ready, Captain!” Even adults will be craving a crab burger! Who hasn’t wanted to try this delicacy? Now you can, because this unique restaurant featuring the beloved character SpongeBob SquarePants is located in São Paulo.
📍Rua Atílio Innocenti, 53 – Itaim Bibi
Mundo Animal
With several locations throughout the capital, the Mundo Animal chain is one of the best places to take the kids during their school break in São Paulo. With its charming decor and dishes, appetizers, and burgers named after animals, the restaurant offers little ones an immersive forest experience . There’s also Leonel, the mascot who puts on shows throughout the evening.
📍 Check out all locations on the website
Magic & Witchcraft Snack Bar
If your kids are Harry Potter fans, this experience is for you! “Magia & Bruxaria Lancheria”is a themed snack bar created to offer a special meal to fans of pop culture’s most famous wizard.
📍 Avenida Engenheiro Alberto de Zagottis, 853 – Jardim Taquaral
Hello Kitty and Friends in 2D
The world’s first Hello Kitty and Friends 2D restaurant is located in Liberdade! Here, Hello Kitty, My Melody, Chococat, Keroppi, Badtz-Maru, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, and Little Twin Stars invite adults and children alike to immerse themselves in the world of comic books.
📍Rua Américo de Campos, 118 – Liberdade
The Circus Bar & Kitchen
Looking for a place in São Paulo to visit with the kids during vacation? Try The Circus, whose carefully designed decor makes liberal use of the striped pattern so common on circus tents. You’ll also find a popcorn cart and even a magician’s top hat decorating the space. The snacks follow the theme as well, making the whole experience a true spectacle.
📍Rua Itapeti, 319 – Tatuapé
Number One Burger
Number One Burger features décor entirely inspired by the 1950s. Located in Lapa, this diner takes us on a trip back in time, with décor and dishes inspired by American diners of that era. And to ensure the kids have fun , there are even vintage scooters.
📍Rua Pio XI, 230 – Alto da Lapa
Charada Burguer
Although the name refers to the classic Batman villain, Charada Burguer pays homage to the game “Super Mario Bros.” with its colorful decor. The chandeliers, for example, are shaped like the blocks the game’s protagonist needs to break to collect items. It’s the perfect place to enjoy your vacation in São Paulo in a delicious way!
📍 Check out all the locations here
