Festivals and fiestas

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Madrid celebrates in style: San Isidro in May, with chotis dancing and picnics in the meadow, the traditional August fiestas of San Cayetano, San Lorenzo and La Paloma, Pride between June and July, Carnival and each neighbourhood's own festivities, alongside music and culture festivals all year.

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This page lists the festivals and fiestas coming up in Madrid, with the place and dates of each.

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  1. Muy Science Fest

    Thursday, 26 November 2026 19:30

    At the Teatro Capitol, scientists will bring the public closer to black holes, how the brain works, human evolution, and advances in medicine with explanations that require no prior knowledge.

    • Teatro Capitol
    • from €27
  2. The Pokémon GO Festival

    14-15 November 2026 10:00Several dates2 dates

    On 14 and 15 November, more Steel- and Dragon-type Pokémon will appear on the map in Madrid, with new battles and special encounters during Pokémon GO Wild Area: Global.

    • Free
  3. Madrid Hotel Week

    6-15 November 2026 Several dates3 dates

    Madrid will once again host an event that highlights the importance of tourism.

  4. ‘Las Noches de Río Babel’ festival

    4 September - 13 November 2026 Several days

    After the Río Babel summer festival, music does not leave Madrid. From September, the ‘Las Noches de Río Babel’ series will turn the city’s venues into meeting points for Spanish and Latin American artists.

    • from €22
  5. Bingo Party by Drag Brunch

    From 4 July 2024 19:30No end date

    Madrid will host the most dynamic show, combining wild energy and good humour.

    • uMusic Hotel
    • €30
  6. Free 21Distritos activities

    From 30 January 2026 Long run2 dates

    Madrid’s most entertaining and free project returns, with outdoor flamenco and period circus.

    • Free
  7. New Year's Eve Party at Puerta del Sol

    31 December 2026 - 1 January 2027 23:59Several dates4 dates

    Very soon, thousands of people will gather at Puerta del Sol to celebrate the New Year and honour the tradition of eating lucky grapes to the chimes of the clock at the Real Casa de Correos.

    • La Puerta del Sol
    • Free
  8. Exhibition «Meninas Madrid Gallery»

    15 November - 15 December 2026 Several dates3 dates

    From 15 November to 15 December, a familiar silhouette will once again appear along the streets of Madrid: the meninas, each sculpture featuring a different dress.

    • Free
  9. Christmas Lights in Madrid

    21 November 2026 - 6 January 2027 Several dates2 dates

    From 21 November, Madrid will be filled with luminous cherry trees, large fir trees, and Christmas decorations, some designed from children's drawings.

    • Free
  10. «Plazas con Alma 2026» Festival

    In Carabanchel, streets and parks temporarily become stages: the neighbourhood hosts dozens of performances, from dance to live music and street theatre.

    • Carabanchel

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