What’s On in Madrid

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  • JAZZMADRID25. Festival Internacional Jazz Madrid

The dancer celebrates the 25th anniversary of her dance company with a show playing tribute to the great Paco de Lucía (Teatro Gran Vía. Thursday to Sunday. 11 Sept-2 Nov). 

Exhibition that commemorates the centenary of the Leica I camera with a visual journey through street photography, urban landscapes, portraits or nature (Fernán Gómez Centro Cultural de la Villa. Until 11 January).

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This exhibition is not just a visual journey but an invitation to enter a parallel universe where Spanish traditions come to life (Nomad Museo Inmersivo. From 7 October).

Enjoy a thrilling horse racing experience at La Zarzuela Racecourse all year round (2 March to 28 December 2025).

Great interactive experience, ranging from Disney classics to the latest releases by Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars (Fundación Canal Sala Castellana 214. 1 Oct-11 Jan). Tickets on sale

Twentieth anniversary of this festival that is committed to the flamenco art in all of its forms (Main Venue: Teatros del Canal. 14 Oct-2 Nov).

The gourmet international tapas competition in which more than 100 bars and restaurants from the neighbourhood participate is celebrating its 15th anniversary. (Lavapiés neighbourhood. 16 to 26 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. 26 October).

The Spanish capital is home to the world’s most sensational music and culinary event (ESPACIO WAH - IFEMA MADRID. Thursday to Sundays). Tickets on sale

Show for the whole family performed in English and Spanish that adapts this universal literary classic (Teatro Sanpol. 26 October).

Celebrate the Day of the Dead with the Altar of the Dead as the star attraction (Fundación Casa de México en España. 4 Oct-9 Nov).

Madrid will host the largest retrospective on the photographer who changed the history of photojournalism (Círculo de Bellas Artes. 2 Oct-25 Jan).

OFFICIAL PRODUCTS

The city’s new official sightseeing and tourist travel pass.

An observation deck offering wonderful vistas of the city.

Visit our online store (in Spanish) of souvenirs made by local artisans!

OUR MONTHLY MAGAZINE

  • Check out online or download our monthly bilingual magazine, packed with events, useful information and a map of Madrid and its metro.

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  • Take a peek at our selection of the most important events taking place in Madrid and start planning your next visit!

    Madrid Events Calendar: 2025
  • Cleopatra, la exposición inmersiva
  • Madrid's excellent transport system allows you to get around the city quickly and safely by bus, metro, train or taxi.

    Getting around Madrid
  • 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: 5 November, TBC).

    Changing of the Guard at the Royal Palace
  • Relevo solemne de la Guardia Real