The municipality of Móstoles is set to organise a week of free activities from 16 to 22 November in honour of World Children's Day, which is celebrated on 20 November, marking the anniversary of the United Nations' adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Among the highlights of the week is a special event featuring rapper Arkano, who will present his "Mood 0.0" programme, designed to engage young people through music, spoken word, and personal experiences.
Key events throughout the week
The week will kick off on Monday, 16 November, with a round table discussion titled "Let's talk about disability," hosted by the Amás Foundation at the Centro Sociocultural Norte-Universidad at 11:30 am. This event aims to reflect on creating a more accessible and inclusive city.
On Tuesday, 17 November, families can participate in a magical escape room activity at the Pablo Ráez Martínez Youth and Childhood Centre, scheduled for three sessions at 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm, and 7:00 pm.
Wednesday, 18 November, will feature the presentation of a Unified Protocol for Action in Cases of Child Abuse at the Centro Sociocultural Norte-Universidad at 12:00 pm, in collaboration with local social services and police. Following this, a session for educators on implementing Service-Learning projects will take place at 1:00 pm.
On Thursday, 19 November, a workshop on effective communication and conflict management will be held at the Centro de Participación Ciudadana from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. Childcare will be provided for children aged 3 to 12 at the Educational Play Space in the Edificio de Igualdad.
Friday, 20 November, will see the Teatro Villa de Móstoles host a special performance for schools at 11:00 am, featuring an adaptation of Eloy Moreno's book "Invisible," which addresses issues of bullying and the responsibilities of bystanders.
Weekend activities
The weekend will be packed with activities, starting on Saturday, 21 November, at the Teatro Villa de Móstoles with a storytelling session at 12:00 pm that offers a fresh perspective on classic tales. Tickets will be available from 10 November at the Youth and Childhood Centre.
In the afternoon, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, the Plaza de la Cultura will host games, activities, and workshops for teenagers, including a large Grand Prix circuit for those over 14 and an interactive "Youth Space" for ages 12 to 17. Highlights include the Canastas Globertrotters and precision throwing activities.
At 6:00 pm, Arkano will return for a live freestyle event, connecting with the youth through his engaging performance.
On Sunday, 22 November, activities will take place in the Plaza del Sol, Móstoles Sur, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, featuring a family-friendly space with a photo booth, street entertainment, giant games, workshops, and inflatables. Emergency services will also participate, showcasing their canine unit and drones, while Civil Protection will provide first aid training.
The morning will conclude with a performance by the Móstoles Music Band and Majorettes at 1:00 pm, alongside an information tent about joining the band.
Additionally, the Teatro Villa de Móstoles will present "The Little Mermaid, The Musical" in two performances at 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm, highlighting themes of environmental conservation and respect for marine life.
