Events in Madrid
Events in Madrid
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Veranos de la Villa Festival 2026
DON'T MISS
After winning over visitors from all over Europe, the latest Balloon Museum exhibition is coming to Madrid with artworks in which air becomes the main feature (Escenario Puerta del Ángel. 28 Mar-6 Sept).
The film series is back this summer with the screenings of all-time classics, cult movies, seasonal hits and family films (Glass Gallery - Cibeles Palace. 25 Jun-10 Sept).
The longest-running open-air film festival brings you the best films of the year (Parque de la Bombilla. 26 Jun-5 Sept).
The great contemporary art party in which galleries and museums kick off the new season (Various locations. 10-13 September).
Annual Events
Spain marks its national day with pomp and pageantry (12 October 2026).
All Saints' Day, Halloween, the Day of the Dead... Madrid has created a fusion of these three traditions from different cultures to celebrate this day in style.
As Christmas trees and decorations light up streets and squares, Madrid celebrates everyone’s favourite holiday with a programme packed with cultural and leisure activities.
Pick a costume, put on your dancing shoes and treat yourself to some carnival sardines! (6-10 February 2027).
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 (19-28 March).
Festivals, sweets, chotis dance and bullfights in the feast honouring Madrid’s patron saint.
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Madrid Events Calendar: 2026
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Changing of the Guard at the Royal Palace
