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Things to do in winter in Madrid
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The arrival of winter brings a whole host of events and activities to Madrid suitable for all ages: Christmas, the January sales, a March full of art, Carnival, outdoor walks with the smell of roasting chestnuts, concerts, exhibitions, musicals, the best restaurants... What are you waiting for?
HEAD TO THE SALES
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A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS
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DAYS OUT WITH THE KIDS
There is so much to enjoy with the kids in winter. Teatro Circo Price is putting on its traditional Christmas show, Circo Price en Navidad, and what better way to embrace the Christmas spirit than to witness the Three Kings Parade (Cabalgata de Reyes), Spain’s traditional Epiphany procession, a unique tradition in the world.
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An enchanting Christmas musical that brings together the most endearing characters from popular tales (Teatro Rialto. Saturday and Sunday. 29 Nov-4 Jan).
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The classic Christmas production has become a not-to-be-missed event in Madrid’s festive calendar (Teatro Circo Price. Tuesday to Sunday. 21 Nov-6 Jan 2026).
A sensory universe never seen before in Europe, which brings together international artists in a show that combines tradition and avant-garde (Big Top next to the Palacio de Hielo. Until 18 January).
Productores de Sonrisas is back with its latest show that brings together the best of circus, music and dance (IFEMA MADRID. Fridays to Sundays. 31 Oct-18 Jan).
The Three Kings will parade around the city centre before taking gifts to families across the country (5 January 2026).
A new and surprising show for all the family, full of acrobatics and spectacular choreographies on ice (Movistar Arena. 12-15 February 2026).
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The 45th edition of the International Contemporary Art Fair will feature an exceptional selection of national and international galleries (IFEMA MADRID. 4-8 March).
ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Wrap up warm, treat yourself to a bag of hot roasted chestnuts, and enjoy a stroll around Madrid as you take in the unique light that bathes the city in winter.
Snap a photo with Don Quixote and Sancho and enjoy a pleasant walk to the Royal Palace or the Temple of Debod
The Quinta de los Molinos park puts on a glorious display at this time of year.
MAKE A DATE WITH GREAT MUSIC
What is considered to be the world’s best boutique festival is returning to Madrid with the presence of major stars like Ricky Martin, India Martínez and Miguel Poveda (IFEMA MADRID. 12-30 December).
Spain’s biggest winter festival returns for its twelfth edition featuring all genres from flamenco to instrumental music and alternative rock (Main venue: Teatro Circo Price. January-February 2026).
The acclaimed Lebanese violinist is back with his latest show, Intruso Tour and his innovative staging (Teatro Real. 28 December).
The 'King of the Waltz' and his orchestra are returning to Spain to offer one of their characteristic concerts filled with music and humour (Movistar Arena. 29 January 2026).
The Colombian musician, winner of numerous Latin Grammys, will be performing in a special concert in which he will review his career spanning 25 years (Movistar Arena. 1 March).
Another edition of the festival with a multidisciplinary programme that brings together female talents from disciplines like music, theatre and dance (Various locations. March 2026).
TREAT YOURSELF! MICHELIN-STARRED RESTAURANTS
Visit some of the best restaurants and learn about the latest additions to the Michelin Guide 2025: VelascoAbellà, Pabú, Gofio, Chispa Bistró and Sen Omakase
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Chispa Bistró
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DiverXO
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VelascoAbellá
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Pabú
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Gofio
DON'T MISS THE EXHIBITIONS
The works of Jackson Pollock and Andy Warhol feature in this 20th century art exhibition (Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. 21 Oct-25 Jan 2026).
Madrid will host the largest retrospective on the photographer who changed the history of photojournalism (Círculo de Bellas Artes. 2 Oct-25 Jan).
A full review of the career of the American photographer through more than 200 photographs (Mapfre Foundation. Recoletos Exhibition Hall. 19 Sept-18 Jan).
Exhibition that brings together fifty masterpieces by geniuses like Picasso and Klee, which belonged to the German art dealer and collector (Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. 28 Oct-1 Feb).
An experience that takes visitors to the heart of Hellenistic Egypt to rediscover one of the most fascinating women in history (MAD - Madrid Artes Digitales, Immersive Experiences Centre). Tickets on sale
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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).
Exhibition devoted to one of the leading Swedish painters from the end of the 19th century and early 20th century (MAPFRE Foundation. Recoletos Exhibition Hall. 19 Feb-17 May).
Exhibition that brings together around 200 photographs by the American photographer in a comprehensive review of her career and her unique vision of the world (MAPFRE Foundation. Recoletos Exhibition Hall. 19 Feb-17 May).
Special display based on one of the artist’s most representative works (Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. 3 Feb-24 May).
The first retrospective in Spain devoted to the Danish artist that brings together around a hundred works (Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. 17 Feb-31 May).
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A journey through the fascinating life and legacy of Queen Victoria Eugenia of Battenberg (Royal Collections Gallery. 3 Dec-5 Apr).
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A journey through nine immersive areas inspired by James Cameron’s cinematic masterpiece (Espacio Delicias. 26 Nov-19 Apr).
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