Madrid Events Calendar: 2024
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Journey through the history of the carriage in Spain by means of fifty vehicles used by Spanish monarchs from the 16th to the 20th century (Royal Collections Gallery. Till 1 September).
First large-scale travelling exhibition on this historic symbol, with more than 300 original objects, videos and real testimonies (Fundación Canal Sala Castellana 214. Until September 2024). Tickets on sale
Exhibition that brings together more than 150 works of art and delves into one of the biggest cultural phenomena of this century (Espacio COAM. 4 Apr-25 Aug).
Exhibition that provides a unique insight into the processes used in the creation of Pixar films (CaixaForum Madrid. Till 1 September).
An exhibition made up of 41 paintings that explore the patronage of Isabella of Bourbon, Maria Anna of Austria, Maria Luisa of Orleans and Maria Anna of Neuburg (Prado Museum. 6 May-8 Sept).
The International Festival of Photography and Visual Arts is holding a new edition with 84 exhibitions and the participation of 293 photographers and visual artists. (Various locations. 10 May-29 Sept).
Retrospective focusing on the career of the imaginative American artist (Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. 11 May-22 Sept).
Exhibition that seeks to bring the painter closer through a selection of his paintings and collections (Sorolla Museum. 14 May-29 Sept).
Exhibition dedicated to one of the greatest contemporary photographers with 135 works that span his most relevant themes (Mateo Inurria Canal Foundation. 15 May-18 Aug).
Exhibition that showcases how the profound social changes in Spain between 1885 and 1910 are reflected in art (Prado Museum. 21 May-22 Sept 2024).
Individual installation displaying this work of art by the Italian master, one of the greatest discoveries in the history of art (Prado Museum - Villanueva building. 28 May-23 Feb 2025).
Joint exhibition that displays the work of 27 Spanish photographers who have established themselves in the first decades of the 21st century (Círculo de Bellas Artes - Sala Goya. 29 May-1 Sept).
Photographic exhibition that covers the professional career spanning 60 years of the artist from Oregon (Mapfre Foundation. Recoletos Exhibition Hall. 30 May-25 Aug).
Exhibition that analyses the director's relationship with the city of Madrid through more than 200 photographs of his films, among other works (Conde Duque. 11 Jun-20 Oct).
A panoramic journey through the artist’s work over time (Reina Sofía Museum - Sabatini Building. 12 Jun-2 Sept).
Exhibition that reviews the most important events over the past decade and is rounded off with a videomapping that will be projected on the façade of the Palace (Royal Palace. Until 20 October).
Exhibition devoted to the Spanish figurative painter which brings together the most important paintings from her artistic career (Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. 18 Jun-15 Sept).
Exhibition that seeks to decipher the elements of colonial power within the iconography of certain works in the museum’s collections (Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. 25 Jun-20 Oct).
Original immersive art experience that offers a journey through the most well-known works of the great masters of Japanese prints (Nomad Immersive Museum. 24 July to 27 October).
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A live musical experience featuring LED candlelight and wide variety of performances from genres (Various venues. Check the programme).
PJ Harvey, Status Quo, Queens of the Stone Age, Simple Minds, Take That and James Blunt head the line-up of the 8th edition of this festival (Complutense University Botanical Garden. 7 June-27 July).
Classical music fills the summer evenings in a natural setting found in the heart of the city (Olivar de Castillejo. Wednesday to Saturday. 26 Jun-31 Aug).
The Colombian reggaeton star is coming to Spain as part of his new FerxxoCalipsis Tour 2024 (Cívitas Metropolitano Stadium. 27 July).
One of the greatest jazz vocalists of recent decades in concert (Teatro Real. 29 July).
The American artist is visiting Madrid on his new Utopia - Circus Maximus World Tour to present his latest album (WiZink Center. 30 and 31 July).
The American singer, member of Backstreet Boys, will be performing as part of his Who I Am World Tour 2024 (La Riviera. 30 July).
The young flamenco singer presents her Rúbrica project accompanied by the pianist, Pedro R. Miño (Conde Duque - Patio Central. 8 August).
Veranos de la Villa presents in concert one of the most outstanding voices of the new generation of Portuguese artists (Conde Duque - Patio Central. 9 August).
The veteran British alternative rock band will be returning to Spain this summer as part of their new European tour to present their latest album (La Riviera. 29 August).
After two successful editions in Lisbon, this outdoor festival is coming to Madrid with artists of the likes of The Prodigy, Sam Smith, Jungle, LCD Soundsystem, Massive Attack and Peggy Gou (IFEMA MADRID. 29-31 August).
The Russian soprano and the Azerbaijani tenor, Yusif Eyvazov, lead a recital that includes a selection of operas such as Turandot, La bohème, Manon Lescaut, Le Villi and Madama Butterfly (Teatro Real. 5 September).
One of the most outstanding voices of today’s opera is accompanied by the Symphony Youth Orchestra for Peru (Teatro Real. 19 September).
La La Love You, Beret, Marlon, Malmö 040, Inazio and Besmaya are taking part in the new edition of this festival that offers a wide range of music performances and culinary delights (Campus de la Universidad Complutense - Cantarranas Campus. 20 and 21 September).
The festival boasts more than thirty national and international artists of pop and techno hits, such as Zara Larsson, Aqua, Inna and Sophie Ellis-Bextor (IFEMA MADRID. 20 and 21 September 2024).
Madrid celebrates jazz in November with a festival that features some of the genre's greatest artists (Various venues. Oct-Nov 2024).
Programme with the best jazz throughout the year in a festival format in October and November (Main venue: Sala Villanos).
The American alternative pop star will be visiting Madrid as part of her The Trilogy Tour in which she presents herself as her alter ego Cry Baby (WiZink Center. 7 October).
The world’s biggest K-pop event is coming top Madrid as part of its international tour featuring eight of the most important Korean bands, such as Enhypen and BoyNextDoor (Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. 12 October).
A festival that is showcases flamenco in all its forms (Main Venue: Teatros del Canal. Oct- Nov 2024).
The French musician and composer presents the pieces from his latest project, Yann Tiersen: Solo Piano + Electronics (Sala But. 22 October).
The Australian band will perform tracks from their new and eighteenth studio album, Wild God (WiZink Center. 25 October)
The Irish band is coming to Madrid as part of their Romance Tour to present their new album Romance (WiZink Center. 2 November).
One of the big names of rock is returning to Madrid as part of his Live 22 tour in which he will present his latest album, So Happy It Hurts (WiZink Center. 18 November).
After a music career spanning 28 years, the Canadian band will be bidding farewell to their audiences on their final tour: Tour of the Setting Sum (WiZink Center. 19 November).
Another edition of this not to be missed musical event that brings together several of the best international ensembles in this genre (Fernán Gómez Centro Cultural de la Villa. December 2024).
The British musician will be coming to Madrid, after an absence of eight years, as part of his Got Back Tour (WiZink Center. 9 and 10 December).
One of the most recognised voices in Spanish music is back on stage with a new tour to present his new album Victoria (WiZink Center. 20 and 21 December).
The American pop star is performing as part of her #NTK25 European Tour (IFEMA Palacio Municipal. 15 March 2025).
The Grammy Award-winning American duo will be performing in Madrid as part of The Clancy World Tour (WiZink Center. 21 April 2025).
Enjoy the best alternative music at one of the leading festivals on the music scene (Caja Mágica. 29-31 May). Early Bird on sale
The British artist will be performing in Madrid as part of his latest Mathematics European Tour 2025 (Cívitas Metropolitano Stadium. 30 and 31 May 2025).
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Third edition of this festival that presents a special programme in which Zarzuela is the main feature (Teatro Amaya. 29 May-4 Aug).
The ballet from Cuba recreates Tchaikovsky's great piece on the history of dance (Teatro EDP Gran Vía. Tuesday to Sunday. 2 Jul-4 Aug).
Three generations of creators take the tradition of Spanish dance to reflect on the evolution of their performances (Teatro de la Zarzuela. Tuesday to Sunday. 17-28 July).
A comedy for all ages that pays tribute to the life of artists that cross borders to infect the world with their laughter (Teatro Alfil. 24 and 31 Jul; 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 and 30 Aug).
Relive the most traditional Madrid through the popular zarzuelas: Agua, azucarillos y aguardiente, La Chulapona and La Revoltosa (Teatro La Latina. Wednesday to Sunday. 7-25 August).
The choreographer and visual artist La Ribot, winner of the National Dance Award, presents her brand new show about Joanna or Juana I of Castile (Conde Duque. 13 and 14 September).
The new theatre season kicks off with a tribute to the tenor, José Carreras, conducted by Nicola Luisotti (Teatro Real. 23, 25, 26, 28 and 29 Sept, 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10 and 11 Oct).
Madrid’s new dance company, directed by Jesús Carmona, presents a double bill (Teatros del Canal - Sala Roja. 12 to 27 October).
The world’s biggest box office illusionist from Europe brings a new show that includes illusions that have never been seen before (Nuevo Teatro Alcalá. Wednesday to Sunday. 16-27 October 2024).
The best performing arts festival in the country is marking its 42nd anniversary with an outstanding international programme (Different venues. November 2024).
The classic Christmas production has become a not-to-be-missed event in Madrid’s festive calendar (Teatro Circo Price. Nov-6 Jan 2025).
One of the most iconic shows by the Canadian company is back in Spain having been fully revamped (Escenario Puerta del Ángel. Wednesday to Sunday. 4 Dec 2024-6 Jan 2025).
The Yllana Company proposes a satirical and musical portrayal of the times in the 18th century (Teatro Infanta Isabel. Wednesday to Sunday. 4 Dec-12 Jan).
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In addition to wonderful theatres across the city staging shows all year round, Madrid is also filled with numerous tablaos, small venues offering quality flamenco shows. Learn more
An authentic flamenco show featuring mesmerizing dancing, singing and guitar playing (Madrid Flamenco Theatre at Teatro Alfil. Monday to Sunday. Till 30 December).
A romantic journey to 1830s Seville with a flamenco version of Bizet's famous opera (Capitol Gran Vía. Tuesday to Sunday. 22 Jun-15 Sept).
Three generations of creators take the tradition of Spanish dance to reflect on the evolution of their performances (Teatro de la Zarzuela. Tuesday to Sunday. 17-28 July).
Úrsula López’s flamenco company will be performing a show made up of seven numbers (Conde Duque - Patio Central. 3 and 4 August).
The young flamenco singer presents her Rúbrica project accompanied by the pianist, Pedro R. Miño (Conde Duque - Patio Central. 8 August).
Flamenco dancer Eduardo Guerrero stars in this production that explores heartbreak through five characters created by Lorca (Teatro EDP Gran Vía. Tuesday to Sunday. 21 Aug-1 Sept).
The dancer celebrates the 25th anniversary of her dance company with a show playing tribute to the great Paco de Lucía (Teatro EDP Gran Vía. Thursday to Sunday. 5 Sept-Oct).
A festival that is showcases flamenco in all its forms (Main Venue: Teatros del Canal. Oct- Nov 2024).
Concert series that brings together several shows with great flamenco dancers and singers, such as Amador Rojas, Olga Llorente or Eduardo Guerrero (Salón de Baile, Teatro Real. 18 Oct-19 July. See dates).
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The hit musical comedy based on ABBA songs is back with a new production, choreography, costumes and stage design (Teatro Rialto. Tuesdays to Sundays). Tickets on sale
World premiere in Spanish of the funniest and most successful musical comedy of the past decade (Teatro Calderón. Tuesday to Sunday). Tickets on sale
Spanish version of the musical that won three Tony Awards (Gran Teatro CaixaBank Príncipe Pío. Friday to Sunday). Tickets on sale
A fun and endearing show that will delight fans of the TV series and theatre lovers (Teatro Infanta Isabel. Wednesday to Sunday. 6 Jun-28 Jul). Tickets on sale
The largest musical production ever seen in Spain. Over 110 million people around the world have already seen it! (Teatro Lope de Vega. Tuesday to Sunday). Buy tickets!
The successful Broadway musical based on the Disney animated film is now showing in Spain, produced by Stage Entertainment (Teatro Coliseum. Tuesday to Sundays). Tickets on sale
The multi-award winning Broadway musical lands in Madrid with this adaptation by Carla Calabrese and Marcelo Kotliar (Teatro Marquina. Thursday to Sunday. 12 Sept-30 Nov). Tickets on sale
Musical by Nacho Cano about the love story between Malinche and Hernán (Espacio Malinche - IFEMA Madrid. Wednesday to Sunday). Tickets on sale (English performance available)
A new theatre adaptation of one of the great musicals of all times (Teatro Apolo. Tuesday to Sunday. 25 Sept-3 Nov). Tickets on sale
The musical that has taken the world by storm for decades brings its cast to Madrid (UMusic Hotel Teatro Albéniz. Tuesday to Sunday. Season 2: from 27 September). Tickets on sale
This show about Queen, co-produced by Brian May and Roger Taylor, returns to the stage (Gran Teatro CaixaBank Príncipe Pío. Fridays to Sundays. 11-27 October). Tickets on sale
Theatrical adaptation of the prestigious French film, directed by José Luis Sixto (Teatro La Latina. Wednesday to Sunday. 17 Oct-24 Nov). Tickets on sale
The world premiere of this innovative musical based on Ken Follett's bestseller is coming to Madrid. (Teatro EDP Gran Vía. Tuesdays to Sundays. From 14 November). Tickets on sale
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Enjoy a thrilling horse racing experience at La Zarzuela Racecourse all year round (check calendar).
The excitement of American football is coming to Madrid thanks to the Madrid side, which will be playing several matches against European teams (Estadio Vallehermoso. 1 and 29 Jun, 6, 21 and 27 July and 3 Aug).
Carlo Ancelotti’s team will play the first match of the season at home against the recently promoted side from Valladolid (Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. 25 August).
Premier Padel is coming back to Spain with a P1 level tournament and the world’s top padel players (WiZink Center. 2-8 September).
The Spanish cycling race will once again hold its final leg through the streets of Madrid (8 September 2024).
Madrid is hosting a new edition of one of the most popular and traditional golf tournaments in Europe (Club de Campo Villa de Madrid. 26-29 September).
The first leg of the league hosts another Madrid derby at Atlético de Madrid’s home ground (Cívitas Metropolitano Stadium. 28 September).
A new and surprising edition of the FIA European Truck Championship is coming, with four races every day (Circuito de Madrid Jarama-RACE. 5 and 6 October).
El Clásico is back, one of the most awaited matches in which the Madrid team clashes with the blue and red side (Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. 27 October).
Madrid will once again ring out the old and ring in the new with Spain's largest athletics event: a 10K fun run and a 10K professional race (31 December 2024).
Second leg of the exciting Madrid derby in which the red and white team visits Real Madrid's home ground (Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. 9 February).
The best indoor track meeting in Spain, forming part of the World Athletics Indoor Tour, is back (Centro Deportivo Municipal Gallur. 28 February 2025).
The excitement of American football is coming to Madrid, as it will host an NFL regular league game (Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. 2025).
This annual 21K race takes in some of Madrid's most iconic landmarks (April 2025).
The world's best tennis players will once again battle it out on the clay courts (Madrid Caja Mágica. 21 Apr-4 May).
One of Spain's biggest sporting events is set to hold its 47th edition with three distances: marathon, half-marathon and 10k (27 April 2025).
Over the coming three years, Madrid will host the World Rugby Sevens Series Grand Final (Cívitas Metropolitano Stadium. Dates to be confirmed).
After more than four decades, motor racing's top competition is returning to Madrid (IFEMA MADRID. 2026).
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Madrid's catwalk will showcase designs by both fresh-faced newcomers and renowned favourites (IFEMA MADRID. 12-16 September).
Art and antique fair with items for antiquarians, art dealers and the general public (IFEMA MADRID - Hall 8. 23 Nov-1 Dec).
One of the leading Spanish trade fairs and one of the most important in the global tourist sector. Mexico, partner country in the 2025 edition (IFEMA Madrid. 22-26 January 2025).
An international gastronomic summit that draws the world’s top chefs every year (IFEMA Madrid. 27-29 January 2025).
Established designers and young stylists at the first of the two annual events on this prestigious catwalk (IFEMA Madrid. February 2025).
The International Contemporary Art Fair marks its 44th anniversary, bringing together the latest proposals from the international contemporary art market (IFEMA MADRID. 5-9 March 2025).
Europe's largest fine foods fair is a must for professionals from the sector (IFEMA MADRID. 7-10 April 2025).
Booksellers, authors and readers gather at one of the most traditional cultural events in the capital (El Retiro Park. 30 May-15 June 2025).
Leading speakers will discuss the discrimination and inequality that affect the LGBTQ+ community (European Parliament and the European Commission in Spain. 4 July 2025).
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This summer, the park has become a night-time show of lights and magic with more than 200 giant figures of animals and nature (Faunia. Until 1 September).
Two routes invite us to delve into food culture and art (Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum / San Miguel Market. Until February 2025).
An extensive programme that includes guided visits, theatre, conferences, music, children’s workshops and a major temporary exhibition (Various locations. From 10 April).
The film series is back this summer with the screening of great classics, cult films, seasonal hits and family films (Glass Gallery - Cibeles Palace. 27 Jun-12 Sept).
Outdoor cinema screening the best latest releases yet to be shown in the city's cinemas (Plaza Matadero. Thursdays to Sundays. 4-28 July).
The festival will once again fill Madrid this summer with lots of cultural and leisure events (Various venues. 9 Jul-25 Aug). See full programme!
Original immersive art experience that offers a journey through the most well-known works of the great masters of Japanese prints (Nomad Immersive Museum. 24 July to 27 October).
August is a fantastic month to experience a Madrid at its most traditional, as it celebrates the San Cayetano, San Lorenzo and Virgen de la Paloma festivities (2-15 August 2024).
A unique experience that allows you to explore different exhibitions rooms in each edition (Prado Museum. First Saturday of each month. Next edition: 7 September).
Visitors will be able to experience the great shipwreck and its history first-hand thanks to the latest virtual reality technology (MAD - Madrid Artes Digitales. Immersive Experiences Centre. From 12 September 2024).
The great contemporary art party in which galleries and museums kick off the new season (Various locations. 12-15 September).
Madrid's most chic pop-up market oozes elegance and exclusivity (Gran Vía, 13. Next edition: Dates to be confirmed).
The Spanish capital is home to the world’s most sensational music and culinary event (IFEMA Madrid. Thursday to Sundays). Back after the summer break (dates TBC)
Monthly vintage market held in the south of the city (Railway Museum. Second weekend of the month. Next edition: 13 and 14 April).
New edition of this urban fashion and Vogue event that marks the start of the season (Ortega y Gasset. 19 September - to be confirmed -).
Tenth edition of the architecture and city festival that enables unique buildings and spaces in Madrid to be visited (Various venues. 26-29 September).
Don’t miss the weekly Changing of the Guard held every Wednesday and Saturday, and the Solemn Changing of the Guard on the first Wednesday of every month (Next Solemn Changing: October).
Celebrating the Hispanic language and cultures with various activities taking place throughout the region of Madrid. Mexico is the special guest country in 2024 (various venues. 4 to 13 October).
The international gastronomic festival is coming to Madrid for the first time this autumn with the presence of international chefs and live music (Alfonso XIII Royal Botanical Garden. 5 and 6 October).
Celebrate the traditional Day of the Dead visiting their elaborate altar to the dead (Fundación Casa de México en España. 7 Oct-12 Nov).
Tenth edition of this film festival dedicated to sustainable development and the environment (Different locations. 16-22 October).
The gourmet international tapas competition in which neighbourhood bars and restaurants participate is holding its fourteenth edition (Lavapies neighborhood. 17-27 October).
Don’t miss a unique sight: a flock of sheep from Leon and Sierra de Guadarrama walking through the centre of Madrid (Late October 2024).
Velázquez’s Meninas have once again wandered off onto the streets of Madrid, much to the delight of onlookers (Various locations. November to December -to be confirmed-).
See out the year eating twelve grapes to the chimes of the clock in Puerta del Sol (31 December 2024).
The Year of the Snake will begin on 29 Janurary 2025 and, for the tenth consecutive year, Madrid will mark the occasion with a full programme of activities.
Pick a costume, put on your dancing shoes and treat yourself to some carnival sardines! (1-5 March 2025).
Europe’s most exclusive interior design exhibition is holding its 60th edition (April-May 2025).
Thousands flock to the city to attend the processions and to enjoy the atmosphere created by the trumpets, drums and the hundreds of religious worshippers' bright and colourful attire (11 to 20 April 2025).
Every year on and around May 15th, Madrid honours its patron saint, San Isidro.
The Madrid International Documentary Festival is holding its twenty-two edition (Main Venue: Cineteca Matadero. May 2025).
Join Madrileños in celebrating diversity and standing up for a more tolerant and inclusive society (28 Jun-6 Jul 2025).