Mexico City, February 27, 2026 – The Mexico City Congress has officially launched its new cultural program, “Recre-Arte,” designed to provide engaging activities for children. This initiative, which will take place on the last Friday of every month, targets minors whose parents work at the legislative body, as well as children from the general public. The program aims to offer a constructive and enjoyable environment for children on days when classes are suspended due to Technical School Council meetings.
“Recre-Arte”: Fostering Culture and Recreation for Children
The primary objective of “Recre-Arte” is to ensure that children visiting the Mexico City Congress or those in the vicinity of the Plaza de la Constitución in the Historic Center can participate in playful and artistic activities. This program underscores the commitment of local deputies to uphold the rights of children and adolescents to recreation and culture.
During the inauguration of “Recre-Arte,” Deputy Xóchitl Bravo Espinosa extended her gratitude to Ana Francis López Bayghen Patiño, the Head of the local Ministry of Culture, for her support in providing these free activities for the city’s residents. The program will also benefit from the collaboration of the Trust for the Promotion and Development of Mexican Cinema in Mexico City (PROCINE).
“On the last Friday of each month, we will organize activities for girls and boys, because many women who work here bring their children to the City Congress. Instead of them being in the offices, it is better for the minors to attend cultural presentations,” stated the Coordinator of the MORENA Parliamentary Group.
Diverse Artistic Talents and Engaging Content
The organizers of these cultural and recreational workshops highlighted the participation of artists who are integral to various festivals across the capital, as well as those from the “Community-Based Artists” program. These groups are dedicated to promoting culture in different communal spaces throughout Mexico City.
This morning, children and other attendees were treated to a lively performance by “Los Tripulantes del Ovni,” a band specializing in music for children. A large tent was set up in the Zócalo capitalino, directly in front of the local Congress building, where the young audience enthusiastically danced and sang along to the band’s entertaining songs. The concert featured themes promoting environmental care, the rights of sentient beings, and the fundamental rights of children and adolescents.
Following the musical performance, participants enjoyed a screening of children’s short films within the legislative facilities, complete with traditional popcorn. With the support of PROCINE, a selection of short films was showcased, including “Animando ando”; “Licuado de la Merced: comida en el mercado”; “En busca del cine”; “Feik Ñus: una noticia helada,” and “En la mente de la Mente.”
This initiative reflects the Mexico City Congress’s dedication to community engagement and the holistic development of its youngest citizens, providing a valuable resource for families and contributing to the cultural vitality of the city.
