9 Places In BGC Perfect For Your Kids Weekend
Key Takeaways
Looking for kid-friendly activities in BGC? The district offers safe parks, creative workshops, and fun indoor play zones, perfect for stress-free weekends and everyday adventures with kids.
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Free outdoor spaces like Terra 28th and Track 30th
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Creative hubs like BGC Arts Center and LEGO® Store
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Indoor options for rainy or hot days
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Walkable, family-friendly spots near residential condos
Weekends are a welcome respite from the daily grind; a time when you and your kids can unwind without worrying about work or school. For families, the true luxury of living in or near a Bonifacio Global City (BGC) condominium is stepping out of your building and instantly accessing the city’s best family-friendly destinations.
BGC is designed for active, intentional living, with wide, safe sidewalks and dedicated green spaces that encourage families to spend quality time outdoors. If you’re wondering, “Are kids allowed in BGC?” the answer is an enthusiastic yes! The district actively caters to children of all ages, offering a range of attractions, from interactive museums to imaginative play spaces.
Get ready to look forward to Saturdays and Sundays. We’ve compiled a list of nine places that are perfect for turning your ordinary weekend into an extraordinary adventure for the entire family.
9 Kid-friendly Things to Do in BGC
Packed with family-oriented spaces, BGC offers everything from interactive museums to broad parks. Explore these nine kid-approved destinations that will make your BGC weekend one to remember.
1. The Mind Museum
Located at J.Y. Campos Park, Third Avenue, the Mind Museum is the country’s first world-class science museum, bringing science to life with over 250 interactive exhibits. The museum is organized into five main galleries: Atom, Life, Earth, Universe, and Technology.
Kids can fully engage with science by joining live experiments, projects, and Q&A sessions led by the Mind Movers (the museum’s resident scientists and educators). Just a short walk from most Federal Land condominiums in BGC, this destination is the perfect educational and entertaining activity, even on a rainy day.
The Mind Museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 9 AM to 6 PM, with ticket prices starting at ₱625 for adults and ₱475 for children and students.
2. BGC Arts Center
For the young artist or performer, the BGC Arts Center is where imagination truly takes center stage. Located along 26th Street, this vibrant hub offers regular workshops in painting, dance, music, and theater for kids aged six and up. Its Maybank Performing Arts Theater also hosts a variety of family-friendly shows and recitals throughout the year.
Tip: Slots fill up fast, so check their website regularly for updated class schedules and special summer camps, and be sure to register early. The convenience of living in BGC means your child can pursue their artistic passions without the stress of long commutes, dedicating more time to creating and performing.
3. LazerXtreme Manila
Located on the 4th level of Market! Market! along McKinley Parkway, LazerXtreme Manila offers futuristic, high-energy fun with laser tag. Children aged seven and older can navigate neon-lit arenas, utilize high-tech gear, and participate in thrilling team-based challenges. Since it’s located inside Market! Market!, it makes for a convenient stop for shopping or meals after playtime.
LazerXtreme is open daily, with game rates starting at ₱170 per game.
4. Active Fun
Channel your child’s energy at Active Fun, located at Bonifacio High Street (9th Ave cor 28th Street). This massive indoor playground features everything from trampolines and hanging bridges to obstacle courses and giant slides, giving kids a safe space to play and socialize.
Parents will appreciate the consistently clean play zones and the convenience of nearby dining options. For condo dwellers in BGC, this is an easy and reliable weekend go-to.
Active Fun is best suited for children aged 3 to 12 years old, with rates starting at ₱480 for a two-hour session.
5. Terra 28th
This outdoor playground offers a unique blend of old and new, featuring futuristic play installations alongside dedicated courts for traditional Filipino games, such as Patintero, Piko, and Luksong Baka. Located on 28th Street beside Bonifacio High Street, Terra 28th is a great place to teach your kids your own favorite childhood games.
For even more outdoor fun, families can walk over to the nearby Kiddie Wheely Park, a dedicated, safe space designed specifically for biking and scootering. Both open-air spaces are free, making them the perfect, sun-soaked destinations for active afternoons.
6. Track 30th
If you want to instill a love for fitness in your children, bring them to Track 30th, located on 30th Street near Bonifacio High Street. This jogging park is perfectly designed for family exercise, featuring non-slip pavements, a circular mini-track, and unique exercise installations.
After a run or play session, families often picnic in the shaded areas. It’s a simple way to bond and teach kids the value of an active lifestyle. Located just minutes away from Grand Central Park, it’s an accessible and free wellness spot for all condo residents.
7. BGC’s Art Murals and Installations
Turn a family stroll into an interactive art tour. BGC doubles as a vibrant outdoor gallery, showcasing colorful murals and thought-provoking sculptures across the entire district.
Must-sees:
- Between the Lines by Cyrcle (Icon Plaza)
- We Are What We Pretend to Be (near Fully Booked)
- Pangako by Anjo Bolarda (B3 Parking)
- The Trees by Reynato Paz Contreras (Burgos Circle)
Start your tour at Burgos Circle and head toward Serendra. Kids can easily scooter along the wide paths while admiring the art. The route often passes by a nearby BGC playground, which makes for a perfect, natural break in the exploration
8. LEGO® Certified Store
Located in Central Square along 5th Avenue, the LEGO® Certified Store is both a retail shop and an interactive play space. Kids can unleash their creativity by testing bricks at dedicated play tables or joining fun Mini-Build Sessions guided by staff.
Visit on weekends for engaging Minifigure trades and special themed displays. For condo dwellers, it’s a fun and convenient way for kids to engage in creative play just minutes from home.
The store operates daily from 11 AM to 9 PM.
9. MITSUKOSHI BGC
Experience Tokyo-inspired family fun at MITSUKOSHI BGC, located at 8th Avenue and 36th Street. The country’s first and only Japanese mall keeps kids thoroughly entertained with themed play corners, pop-up craft demos, and character shops like Sanrio, while the depachika-style food hall ensures mealtime is always easy.
You can also catch special limited-time attractions such as the Doraemon installation, available until December 31. With essential family perks like stroller-friendly paths, clean nursing rooms, and direct basement parking with elevators, this destination is perfect for a stress-free, full-day family outing.
Adding to the appeal, MITSUKOSHI BGC sits on the podium level of The Seasons Residences, a Japanese-inspired condominium development at Grand Central Park. Residents enjoy exclusive elevator access to the mall, creating a seamless connection between home, shopping, and leisure.
The mall is open daily from 10 AM to 10 PM.
Family Adventures Wait in BGC
Few districts make family weekends as effortless as BGC. Whether your kids want to run, build, paint, or explore, the district offers a new experience every time you step out. The combination of wide sidewalks, safe open spaces, creative hubs, and world-class lifestyle malls makes it easy to raise curious, active kids without ever having to leave the city.
For families planning to settle down in this dynamic community, condos for sale at Grand Central Park by Federal Land offer the perfect home base. Thoughtfully designed for modern urban living, this premier development strikes a balance between convenience and family-friendly amenities.
Experience the ease of family life in BGC. Contact Federal Land today to find available units and investment opportunities.
FAQs
1. What are the best weekend activities for kids in BGC?
Visit the Mind Museum, join creative workshops at BGC Arts Center, or enjoy themed retail spaces and indoor playgrounds at MITSUKOSHI BGC.
2. Where is Kiddie Wheely Park located?
It’s on 28th Street near Terra 28th, with open spaces for biking, scootering, and traditional Filipino street games.
3. Are kids allowed in BGC parks and malls?
Yes. BGC is highly family-friendly, featuring wide sidewalks, safe parks, and accessible malls designed with kids and parents in mind.
4. Where can high-energy kids play in BGC?
Try Active Fun at Bonifacio High Street for trampolines and obstacle courses, or head outdoors to the playground at Terra 28th.
5. Where can my child join workshops in BGC?
BGC Arts Center offers classes in painting, dance, and theater. For science and tech, check out STEM and robotics workshops at The Mind Museum.
Melecio Martin G. Arranz IV
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Martin has a broad range of expertise in having handled campaigns, brand launches, activations both in the traditional and digital space. Currently serving as the Digital Marketing Head at Federal Land, Martin leads a team focused on managing digital sales and platforms for the residential, estates and commercial business units.
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