Start November with a laugh

After a long Halloweekend and short Halloweek it is time to kick off your third month in Spain!

Stand up comedy in La Latina is a perfect option for Saturday night socializing, it is also free and in English. 

LINK to tickets 

Laughing not your thing? More into fashion? 

San Bernardo Fashion Festival might be more your speed. Another free event. 

From their website: 

San Bernardo Fashion Road, an event created for and by lovers of fashion, design and original pieces.

We will have Fashion Popup with a selection of designers and brands of clothing, accessories and jewelry.

On this occasion we will have a very special space of fashion influencers, in collaboration with the GoTalents agency , who will be present with unique pieces from their personal closets.

And of course a Lineup with DJs and the Generator Hotel Bar open to enjoy the best cocktails.

We will wait for you!

Date: Saturday, November 4, 2023

Time: 1:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Price: free entry

LINK for more information

Luz Madrid Oct 27 - 29

This festival comprises of 22 different immersive light experiences. All around the city of Madrid various artists have created installations. Below is the link to the map to wander around after dark (from 8 pm to 12 am). Thousands of people will be out in the street to watch, engage with and experience each piece. 

Go out and enjoy this incredible festival! Send pictures to the blog - we would all love to see! 

LINK

TAPA PIES - October 19 through 29

From Thursday the 19th to Sunday the 29th of October, this 13th edition will fill the Lavapiés neighborhood with exquisite tapas and free concerts at street level. There will be around thirty concerts, batucadas, parades and children's outdoor entertainment on the weekends of the 20th to the 22nd and from the 27th to the 29th at 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

In 2013 Tapapiés was the first event that introduced free musical and theatrical performances in the heart of Madrid's historic center. This year they are distributed across the Plazas de Ana Diosdado, Arturo Barea, Lavapiés and Nelson Mandela, as well as Argumosa Street on the corner of Doctor Piga. The Tartaro joins the party on Saturdays (5:00 p.m.) in the Plaza de Cascorro.

For only €3, each tapa is served accompanied by a bottle or beer from El Águila. The public votes for their favorite tapas from Enlavapies.com, where they also access complete information on each tapa and establishment. Most offer vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free versions.


DOWNLOAD THE MAP


LINK TO OFFICAL WEBSITE - TO VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE  

Mid October Slump --> Over

Thursday: 

A reflection of feminine power - Caixa Forum - This exhibition is FREE to students with your student card. It is a collaboration with the British Museum, an exploration of 5,000 years of spiritual power. 

September 28 - January 14 

10 am - 8 pm Monday through Sunday 

Paseo del Prado, 36 

LINK

 

Friday: 

Spanish Art, a reflection of self - Luis Gordillo - 20 years of work from this Spanish artists fills a huge, beautiful space. Enjoy not only the art but also the room. A FREE exhibit for a curious mind. 

Sala Alcala 31

Now through January 14, 2024 

                                                  

Easy Apply - Young Art Room - The exhibition proposes a response to the relationship between young people and their current occupations that, embedded in the economy of occasional work, are reflected through different and varied artistic languages.

Avenida de America, 13

11 am - 2pm and 5pm - 8 pm Tuesday through Saturday

More info: LINK

Saturday: 

The coolest art gallery in Madrid - a water tower turned four story free exhibition all the way up into the water tank - The current photography exhibit features Crisitna de Middel showcasing war, violence and migration. 

September 29 - January 14, 2024 

11am - 8:30 pm Tuesday through Saturday 

Sala Canal de Isabel II 

For more information: LINK

                                                  

Otro Puto Mercadillo - downtown art and culture event. This little market pop up in the heart of Malasana is FREE. There is a variety of expositions, independent artists, performances and workshops. This event happens almost every month, so if you miss it this week you can always try for next time! 

5 - 9 pm 

Calle Jesus del Valle 28 28004

for more info follow their insta @otroputomercadillo 

                                                  

Lofacil - FREE concert in the museum - Spanish artist, worth checking out! 

6 pm - No tickets needed 

LINK to her instagram 

LINK to a music video 

                                                  

Free Spooky walking tour - Practice your Spanish listening skills and learn about the mysteries and scaries of Madrid. 

8 - 10 pm 

Plaza Cibeles 

Book your ticket here : LINK

Sunday:

The running of the sheep - Transhumance Festival - This is an incredible experience, and it is totally worth going out and watching regardless of the weather. Thousands of sheep are let loose in the city on a tour around town. The Sheep run/walk from Casa de Campo to Plaza de Cibeles

10 am - 2 pm 

For more info on the full itinerary: LINK

                                                  

A reflection of artists and models - Fundacion Canal provides a FREE exhibit with almost 100 pieces by 13 different artists. It is an exploration of Picasso's conception that the artist is nothing without their model. 

October 11 - January 5, 2024

11 am - 8 pm