Things to do in Madrid in Autumn
Things to do in Madrid in Autumn
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Autumn in Madrid has a special charm. Enjoy the numerous new events and open air activities in its fall programme. Everything changes colour, the city’s green parks turn into beautiful shades of brown and red and the cultural agenda is full of such important events as the Madrid International Jazz Festival, the Autumn Festival and the Feriarte antiques fair. And at the end of October, enjoy everything that is organised in relation to All Saints’ Day, Halloween, Day of the Dead!
Updated 22 September 2025
THE BEST AUTUMN FESTIVALS
A celebration of Hispanic language and cultures with various activities taking place throughout the region of Madrid. Argentina is the special guest at the 2025 edition (Various venues. 3-12 October 2025).
Twelfth edition of this film festival dedicated to sustainable development and the environment (Different locations. 20-25 October).
Twenty-first anniversary of this festival that is committed to the flamenco art in all of its forms (Main Venue: Teatros del Canal. Mid Oct-early Nov).
The festival which aims to raise the visibility of women’s work in the film industry is holding its ninth edition (Various venues. 27 Oct-8 Nov).
Madrid celebrates jazz in November with a festival that features some of the genre's greatest artists (Various venues. Oct- Nov. Dates to be confirmed).
The best performing arts festival in the country is marking its 44th anniversary with an outstanding international programme (Different venues. November 2026).
A new edition, more intimate and woven right into the fabric of the city, brings together the very best of the genre (Fernán Gómez Centro Cultural de la Villa - Sala Guirau. Nov-Dec 2026).
PHOTO SEASON
Autumn is the opportunity to capture the best photos of parks and gardens and charming places.
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Casa de Campo Lake
FOR ART LOVERS
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
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).
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Madrid will host the largest retrospective on the photographer who changed the history of photojournalism (Círculo de Bellas Artes. 2 Oct-25 Jan).
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The largest retrospective to date of one on the most innovative avant-garde artists (Reina Sofía Museum. 8 Oct-16 Mar).
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The works of Jackson Pollock and Andy Warhol feature in this 20th century art exhibition (Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. 21 Oct-25 Jan 2026).
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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).
FIND A BOOK FOR AUTUMN EVENINGS
ENJOY MUSICALS THIS AUTUMN
The largest musical production ever seen in Spain. Over 112 million people around the world have already seen it! (Teatro Lope de Vega. Tuesday to Sunday). Buy tickets!
The spectacular Broadway musical based on the fairy tale is finally coming to Madrid (Teatro Ocaso Coliseum. Tuesday to Sunday). Tickets on sale
The hit musical from Broadway is coming to Madrid to captivate audiences with its extraordinary story and magical melodies (Nuevo Teatro Alcalá. Tuesday to Sunday). Tickets now on sale!
World premiere in Spanish of the funniest and most successful musical comedy of the past decade (Teatro Rialto. Tuesday to Sundays) Tickets on sale
The musical that has captivated the world is coming to Madrid, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of its première in London (Teatro Apolo. Tuesday to Sundays). Tickets on sale
SPORTING EVENTS
Enjoy a thrilling horse racing experience at La Zarzuela Racecourse all year round (La Zarzuela Racecourse. 8 Mar-29 Dec).
Madrid is hosting a new edition of one of the most popular and traditional golf tournaments in Europe (Club de Campo Villa de Madrid. 8-11 October 2026).
The excitement of American football is coming back to Madrid with an NFL regular league game with the Atlanta Falcons as the home side (Bernabéu Stadium. November).
DON’T MISS
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23rd International Architecture Week 2026
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Estampa Contemporary Art Fair 2026
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FERIARTE 2026
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Chefs on Fire Madrid 2025
AND CONCERTS...
The American band led by singer Ryan Tedder is coming to Madrid as part of its latest Escape to Europe tour (Palacio Vistalegre Arena. 20 June).
TIME FOR SOMETHING WARM
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Autumn mornings are the perfect opportunity to meet friends and enjoy a brunch, these popular and abundant late breakfasts. In the city, you can find numerous options, such as El Jardín de Orfila, designed by the chef, Mario Sandoval, in a cosy restaurant with views over a secret garden.
It is also possible to have a mile high brunch at Only You Boutique Hotel Madrid which includes a wide selection of desserts, and at the Jardín Secreto de Salvador Bachiller, an authentic natural oasis in the heart of Madrid.
REVAMP YOUR WARDROBE
A weekend of shopping in Madrid is enough to give your wardrobe a new look.
Not only is it the most elegant of all fashion accessories, but it also protects our hands from the cold. Our city can boast numerous shops and workshops where their gloves are still 100% handmade.
Over the past few years, Madrid’s calendar has got filled with street markets and pop-up events gathering buyers, sellers and producers.
An unforgettable shopping experience just thirty minutes outside Madrid, offering discounts of up to 60% in luxury brands.
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Landscape of Light. Paseo del Prado and El Retiro Park
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