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Event dates: Apr 26 - Sep 30
A city-wide photography programme unfolding across museums, archives and public space. PHotoEspaña favours visual literacy and historical depth, inviting time, attention and careful looking rather than trends.
Arco Madrid
Event dates: Mar 4 - Mar 8
ARCOmadrid is one of Europe’s leading contemporary art fairs, bringing together top galleries, artists, collectors and curators from around the world. Each year, Madrid becomes a meeting point for new...
Event dates: Oct 5, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025
Festival Internacional de Jazz de Madrid
Open House
Event dates: Sep 25, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025
Festival arquitectura. Abrimos edificios inaccesibles de Madrid
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Mad Cool Festival
Event dates: Jul 10, 2025 - Jul 13, 2025
One of Madrid’s largest and most internationally renowned music festivals, Mad Cool brings together rock, pop, electronic, and indie music. The lineup features globally celebrated artists, making it a go-to event for music lovers from all over.
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Tomavistas
Event dates: May 29, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Tomavistas is a boutique music festival dedicated to indie, rock, and alternative genres, held in Madrid’s lush green spaces. The festival is known for a more relaxed atmosphere, unique performances, and local food and drink options.
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Event dates: Mar 4 - Mar 8
Madrid’s design showcase unfolds as part of FORMA, a special project created in partnership with the Department of Culture, Tourism and Sport of the Madrid City Council. It brings together studios, ga...
Event dates: Feb 6 - Mar 8
The ninth edition of Madrid Design Festival, organised by La Fábrica, will take place from 5 February to 8 March 2026, further establishing Madrid as an international design destination. Under the the...
Chefs on Fire
Event dates: Oct 4, 2025 - Oct 4, 2025
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Apertura Madrid Gallery Weekend
Event dates: Sep 11, 2025 - Sep 14, 2025
Apertura Madrid Gallery Weekend marks the opening of the city’s art season. For a few days, Madrid’s leading galleries come alive with new exhibitions, evening openings, and a shared energy that connects artists, collectors, and curious visitors.
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Kalorama Madrid
Event dates: Jun 20, 2025 - Jun 21, 2025
Kalorama is a forward-thinking music festival held in Madrid, blending indie, electronic, and pop in an open-air setting. With bold international lineups and a focus on sustainability and culture, it ...
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Event dates: May 23, 2025 - Jun 6, 2025
La #BienalFlamencoMadrid2025 llena de arte la ciudad de Madrid.
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