What’s On in Madrid

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Chinese New Year 2026
In 2026 we’ll be celebrating the Year of the Horse, with a packed programme of activities (From 17 February. Usera district).

Chinese New Year 2026

Ariadne and Bluebeard

The opera by Paul Dukas will be performed after 113 years and directed by Àlex Ollé (Teatro Real. 26 and 31 Jan, 5, 11, 15 and 20 Feb).

Last chance

Henri Matisse, Luxe, calme et volupté [Lujo, calma y voluptuosidad], Otoño-invierno de 1904. Centre Pompidou, París. Musée national d’art moderne / Centre de création industrielle. En depósito en el Musée d’Orsay, 1985 AM 1982-96 © Succession H. Matisse/

Chez Matisse. The legacy of a new painting

A journey through the work of an artist who questioned not only the very foundations of painting but also its emotional and political situation (CaixaForum Madrid. 29 Oct-22 Feb).

Disney The Exhibition. 100 Años de Magia

Disney: The Exhibition. 100 Years of Magic

Great interactive experience, ranging from Disney classics to the latest releases by Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars (Fundación Canal Sala Castellana 214. 1 Oct-31 May).

Arte urbano. De los orígenes a Banksy © Fundación Canal

Street Art. From its origins to Banksy

The history of street art through the works of leading national and international artists (Fundación Canal. Sala Mateo Inurria. 4 Feb-3 May).

Detalle de Isabel Farnesio, reina de España, Jean Ranc. 1723. Óleo sobre lienzo, 144 x 115 cm. Museo del Prado

“The Prado in the Feminine Form III”. Artistic Patrons of the Museum's Collections (1701-1819)

A journey through the decisive mark left by women in the shaping of the Prado during the 18th century (Prado Museum. 1 December to 24 May 2026).

Madrid Design Festival 2026

Ninth edition of this contemporary and innovative festival that turns Madrid into the capital of design (Various venues. 5 Feb-8 March).

Real Madrid - Paris FC (UEFA Women's Champions League. Playoffs. Second leg)

The women’s football club from the city of Viry-Châtillon will be visiting Madrid to play the return leg of the play-off (Estadio Alfredo Di Stéfano. 18 February).

Gala Internacional de Magia en Escena - XVI Festival Internacional de Magia

International Stage Magic Gala - 16th International Magic Festival

Illusionists from different nationalities and disciplines, such as Jorge Blass, offer a show with the latest illusions. (Teatro Circo Price. Wednesday to Sunday. 18 Feb-15 Mar). Tickets on sale

16th Madrid Stew Route

The typical Madrid dish features a gastronomic journey through the Community of Madrid (Various establishments. 15 Feb-31 Mar).

The biggest, most spectacular magic show ever seen in Europe returns, brought to you by one of the best illusionists on the international scene (GTM Espacio La Vaguada. Till 5 April). Tickets on sale

Atlético de Madrid - RCD Espanyol (LALIGA EA SPORTS)

Simeone’s side will play at home against the team from Catalonia (Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium. 21 February).

Scherzo Foundation. Grigory Sokolov

One of the most acclaimed concert pianists will be participating in the Great Performers concert series (National Music Auditorium - Sala Sinfónica. 23 February).

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The young indie-rock talent from New York will be coming to Spain for the first time to present his debut album as part of The Late Nights & Young Romance Tour (Palacio Vistalegre Arena. 24 February).

Capítulo - Compañía Daniel Abreu

The contemporary dance company will première a show on conquest and domination in the Community of Madrid (Teatros del Canal - Sala Verde. 26-28 February).