What to do in Madrid in spring
What to do in Madrid in spring
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Winter is almost over and we’re leaving the coldest days of the year behind to welcome the much-awaited spring. Now there are more hours of daylight to be filled with activities in the open air! It's time to take in the beauty of our parks and gardens, grab a bite al fresco or attend one of the many events the city has to offer to people of all ages.
Enjoy every minute
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Outdoor activities for spring
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Check out our selection of outdoor bars and restaurants located next to the city's greenest spots.
This puppet theatre hosts fantastic shows for children most Saturdays and Sundays.
Check out a host of ideas for enjoying a family day away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Spend the day at a UNESCO World Heritage site, hire a guide to teach you interesting historical and cultural facts about Madrid, or follow one of our themed itineraries to discover the city from a different angle.
Tradition and Culture
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ART AND DÉCOR LOVERS
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![Chagall. Un grito de libertad - Marc Chagall, Le Marchand de bestiaux [El vendedor de ganado], c. 1922-1923 © Marc Chagall / VEGAP, Madrid, 2023 © Centre Pompidou, MNAM-CCI, Dist. RMN-Grand Palais / Philippe Migeat](https://estaticos.esmadrid.com/cdn/farfuture/dh3_ukECqB14uB8e3MHdpYXUaRwQj8OmrpOp7-2B_zM/mtime:1699892529/sites/default/files/styles/content_type_full/public/eventos/eventos/marc_chagall.jpg?itok=_afmIvdR "Chagall. Un grito de libertad - Marc Chagall, Le Marchand de bestiaux [El vendedor de ganado], c. 1922-1923 © Marc Chagall / VEGAP, Madrid, 2023 © Centre Pompidou, MNAM-CCI, Dist. RMN-Grand Palais / Philippe Migeat")
The Mapfre Foundation is hosting an exhibition from 2 February to 5 May, focusing on the work of the Belarusian painter Marc Chagall (1887-1985). A versatile artist of Jewish origin from the early 20th century, his work straddles surrealism, Russian expressionism, and cubism.
CULTURAL EVENTS
A unique experience that allows you to explore different exhibitions rooms in each edition (Prado Museum. First Saturday of each month. Next edition: 1 June).
The Madrid International Documentary Festival is holding its twenty-first edition (Main Venue: Cineteca Matadero. 28 May-2 Jun).
Booksellers, authors and readers gather at one of the most traditional cultural events in the capital (El Retiro Park. 31 May-16 June 2024).
SPORTING EVENTS
Enjoy a thrilling horse racing experience at La Zarzuela Racecourse all year round (check calendar).
Competition which features the participation of the international sportswoman, Carolina Marín (Centro Deportivo Municipal Gallur. 26-31 March).
The two national sides will play against each other in a match that seeks to reinforce the commitment against violence and racism in football (Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. 26 March).
The Basque side managed by Duško Ivanović will visit the Madrid court on this match day in the highest level of competition for European basketball clubs (WiZink Center. 5 April).
This annual 21K race takes in some of Madrid's most iconic landmarks (April 2025).
El Clásico is back, one of the most awaited matches in which the Madrid team clashes with the blue and red side (Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. 21 April).
The world's best tennis players will once again battle it out on the clay courts (Madrid Caja Mágica. 21 Apr-4 May).
One of Spain's biggest sporting events is set to hold its 47th edition with three distances: marathon, half-marathon and 10k (27 April 2025).
The best jockeys in the equestrian world will be at the 113th edition of one of the not-to-be-missed events on the international calendar (Club de Campo Villa de Madrid. 17-19 May).
Over the coming three years, Madrid will host the World Rugby Sevens Series Grand Final (Cívitas Metropolitano Stadium. First Grand Final: 31 May-2 Jun 2024).
The Vallehermoso Stadium and its spectacular lime green track is hosting this international event that will bring together top athletes (21 June 2024).
TIME FOR DANCE AND FOR FLAMENCO
Concert series that brings together several shows with great flamenco dancers and singers, such as Amador Rojas, Olga Llorente or Eduardo Guerrero (Salón de Baile, Teatro Real. 18 Oct-19 July. See dates).
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The Israeli choreographer will première in Madrid a dance piece that is a continuation of OCD Love (Conde Duque. 3-5 April).
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The dancer, Patricia Guerrero is premièring a production in which she faces new dance challenges (Teatros del Canal - Sala Roja. 4 April).
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The eia Circus Company creates a circus and choreographed show on the dynamics of relations as a couple (Teatro Circo Price. 5 and 6 April).
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The company is back to perform a new show with the works Heatscape, Le jeunne homme et la mort and Cantata (Teatros del Canal - Sala Roja. 18-21 April).
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The greatest reference of her generation in flamenco dance is premièring Romancero del Baile Flamenco in Madrid (Teatros del Canal - Sala Roja. 27 April).
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The Ballet National de Marseille will be performing a new contemporary dance and music show (Teatros del Canal - Sala Roja. 9 and 10 May).
A performance of the classic ballet created by Marius Petipa and Ludwig Minkus: La Bayadère (Teatro Real. 30 May-2 Jun).
ON THE STAGES...
Immersive theatre show that reflects the life of the painter through his paintings with a soundtrack designed by the violinist Ara Malikian (Teatro Marquina. Wednesday to Sunday).
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The prestigious drag queen will be performing a show based on her first book (Gran Teatro Caixabank Principe Pío. 8 April).
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Les 7 Doigts de la Main is performing a dance and acrobatics version of Romeo and Juliet (Teatro Circo Price. Wednesday to Sunday. 18-28 April).
A monumental opera production that is back 22 years after its last performance (Teatro Real. 24 and 28 April and 2, 6, 10, 14, 18, 21 and 25 May).
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The Basque choreographer, Iker Karrera, is premièring a modern dance show that reveals the intimacy of the human soul (Conde Duque. 26-28 April).
Gabriel Olivares and José Félix Romero direct a version of the musical that won three Tony Awards (Gran Teatro CaixaBank Príncipe Pío. Friday to Sunday. 3 May-30 Jun). Tickets on sale
Tomas Marco's chamber opera premières its stage version by delving into the myth (Teatro Real. 13, 15, 17 and 19 May).
The dance company Litz Alfonso Dance Cuba will be taking audiences on a tour of Cuban music and dance (Teatro EDP Gran Vía. Tuesdays to Sundays. 28 May-16 Jun).
BEST LIVE CONCERTS
The singer-songwriter from Barcelona who merges reggaeton, dancehall and trap presents her new tour La Joia 24 Karats Tour (WiZink Center. 6 and 7 April).
The American singer and songwriter is giving a concert in Madrid, which will include all of his greatest hits (WiZink Center. 3 April 2024).
The acclaimed Lebanese violinist is back with his latest show, The Ara Malikian World Tour and his innovative staging (Teatro Lope de Vega. 27 and 28 April).
The soundtrack composer presents his latest show directed by Gavin Greenaway (WiZink Center. 29 April).
The prestigious Swedish soprano will be performing a concert with some scenes of works by Richard Wagner (Teatro Real. 26 May).
The American alternative rock band formed by brothers Jared and Shannon Leto are embarking on a world tour to promote their new album (WiZink Center. 27 May).
The American star will be performing just one concert in Spain, as part of her successful The Eras Tour, in which she will review her musical career (Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. 29 and 30 May).
The iconic artist is back in Madrid as part of his European tour with The E Street Band (Cívitas Metropolitano Stadium. 12, 14 and 17 June).
The heavy metal band is embarking on a new tour to present its latest studio album, Invincible Shield (Palacio Vistalegre Arena. 17 June).
LAST BUT NOT LEAST, FESTIVALS
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One of the world’s largest and most spectacular international festivals is back in Madrid (IFEMA Madrid. 27 and 28 April).
Enjoy the best alternative music at one of the leading festivals on the music scene, which will feature artists like Phoenix, The Blaze, Belle and Sebastian and The Jesus and Mary Chain in this edition (Caja Mágica. 24 and 25 May). Tickets on sale
The concert series is holding its first edition in Madrid, bringing together artists such as Deep Purple, Jamie Cullum, Evanescence or Valeria Castro (Enrique Tierno Galván Park. 30 May-17 Jun).
The event that serves as a prelude to the Rio Babel Festival with performances by Green Day, The Hives, The Interrupters, Lagwagon and EMLAN, among others (Caja Mágica. 1 June).
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