Madrid What's On Today: Thursday 17 May 2012 More | Madrid What's On Guide
AngloINFO Madrid's comprehensive English-language guide to What's On throughout the province or Madrid with events, music, sport and more…
Tell Madrid about YOUR event! Madrid What's On: today (Click here for local markets taking place in Madrid today) Arroyo del Fresno: What's On Social & Community Events Spanish-English Conversation Every Thu Spanish-English conversation group in association with The International Newcomers Club of Madrid. Every Thursday from 10:00 to 12:00. If interested, please... Colmenar Viejo: What's On Social & Community Events Spanish-English Conversation Every Thu Spanish-English conversation group in association with The International Newcomers Club of Madrid. Every Thursday from 10:00 to 12:00. If interested, please... Fuente del Fresno: What's On Walks & Visits Walking Group Every day The International Newcomers Club of Madrid 'Area 1' (La Moreleja, Ciudalcampo, Fuente del Fresno, Santo Domingo areas) welcomes anyone who would like to join... La Moraleja: What's On Walks & Visits Walking Group Every day The International Newcomers Club of Madrid 'Area 1' (La Moreleja, Ciudalcampo, Fuente del Fresno, Santo Domingo areas) welcomes anyone who would like to join... Madrid: What's On Art & Exhibitions From the Apple to Black Holes Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat An exhibition dedicated to the explanation and demonstration of gravity. It attempts to bring the public closer to the world we live in by exploring the way in... Collection of Spanish Medals Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat An exhibition displaying varying Spanish medals dating from the 16th to the 20th century. In two cases, one display contains medals that mark the evolution of... Minerals, Rocks and Fossils Every day More than 15,000 fossils, minerals and rocks on public display at the Geominero (Geomineral) Museum, a scientific institution with over 150 years of history.... History of Earth and life Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat The exhibition on permanent display at the Natural Science Museum brings together different types of fossils which show the evolution of the planet and its... Fossils and Life Forms Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat A look at the animal and vegetable species that coexisted with the dinosaurs millions of year ago, and which continue to exist among us. At Museo Nacional de... Modern Spanish Sculpture Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat An exhibition aimed at showing the highlights in the evolution of Spanish sculpture throughout the 20th century. It includes work by Manolo Hugué, Julio... Before Science Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat The National Museum of Science and Technology presents an exhibition that explains ordered thought and development before the renaissance. Using a fictitious... CosmoCaixa Madrid Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat CosmoCaixa promotes the learning of science through activities for all ages across four spaces: the temporary exhibitions, the permanent exhibition, the digital... Wax Museum From: Friday 7 October 2011 To: Thursday 31 December 2015 Wax works of celebrities from sports, history, politicians, celebrities, children?s characters, crime, entertainment and even horror. P. de Recoletos 41, Madrid. Bazar Arroyo From: Thursday 9 February 2012 To: Sunday 20 May 2012 The work of Eduardo Arroyo, seen from inside his studio. Fine Arts Circle, C/ Marqués de Casa Riera 2, Madrid. Metro: Banco España. Marc Chagall From: Wednesday 1 February 2012 To: Sunday 20 May 2012 The artist's oeuvre, from his early work to World War II. Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, : Pº del Prado 8, Madrid. Metro: Banco de España and Antón... Elena Blasco From: Wednesday 21 March 2012 To: Sunday 20 May 2012 Painting, sculpture, photography, drawing, installations and graphic design: in the last three decades, this Madrid artist has produced nearly 100 works in a... Hans Haacke From: Tuesday 14 February 2012 To: Monday 23 July 2012 Heterodoxy and controversy are the defining traits of the work of this German-American artist who borrows forms, worlds and styles from systems extraneous to the... Aernout Mik From: Wednesday 8 February 2012 To: Sunday 3 June 2012 A retrospective dedicated to one of the most world-renowned Dutch artists. Dos de Mayo Art Centre, Avda. de la Constitución 25, Madrid. Metro: Móstoles... NASA: A Human Adventure From: Sunday 15 January 2012 To: Friday 15 June 2012 A show with over 300 original pieces from the U.S. race to space. Casa de Campo, Carretera Boadilla del Monte 34. Metro: Casa de Campo. Symbolic Visions From: Thursday 26 April 2012 To: Sunday 10 June 2012 Exhibition of the works of illustrator and singer/songwriter Daniel Johnston. C/ Ronda de Valencia 2, Madrid. Metro: Embajadores. James Coleman From: Tuesday 24 April 2012 To: Tuesday 27 November 2012 A retrospective of the last four decades of James Coleman's work. Reina Sofia Museum, C/ Santa Isabel 52, Madrid. Metro: Atocha. The Art of Piranesi From: Tuesday 24 April 2012 To: Sunday 9 September 2012 Exhibition of the work of this Venetian artist. CaixaForum Madrid. Pº del Prado 36, Madrid. Metro: Atocha. Vitín Cortezo From: Friday 11 May 2012 To: Sunday 17 June 2012 Exhibition from this remarkable scenographer, costume designer and painter organized by the Museo del teatro de Almagro.Teatro Valle-Inclán, Pza.... Nacho Criado From: Tuesday 8 May 2012 To: Monday 1 October 2012 Art exhibition showing the works of one of the most highly rated artist in Spain. Reina Sofía Museum, C/ Santa Isabel 52, Madrid.Metro: Atocha. Children's Events Faunia Nature Park From: Tuesday 8 February 2011 To: Friday 8 February 2013 Faunia is a place for all family to enjoy the world of animals and a chance to interact, learn about the plant world and much more. Faunia Nature Park, Faunia Av... Carlos Sainz Center From: Tuesday 8 February 2011 To: Friday 8 February 2013 Indoor/Outdoor Go kart track and paintball for adults and children. Carlos Sainz Center, Calle Sepúlveda 3, 28001 Madrid. Tel: 902 170 190. E-mail:... Dance & Ballet Performance Florida Park Ballet Every Sun, Thu, Fri, Sat A chance to experience delicious tapas and lavish dinners served up alongside live music and dance. Built at the beginning of the 19th century as a hunting... España baila flamenco From: Tuesday 23 August 2011 To: Saturday 7 July 2012 The Ballet Flamenco de Madrid featuring choreographies by the Madrid dancer Sara Lezana at Teatro Muñoz Seca, Madrid. Los Ballets Rusos de Diaghilev 1909-1929 From: Friday 17 February 2012 To: Sunday 3 June 2012 This exhibition hosted by the Welfare Projects 'La Caixa' Foundation shows the how dance, music, design, scenography and literature converged in the work of the... Expos & Trade Fairs MadridFoto 2012 From: Thursday 17 May 2012 To: Sunday 20 May 2012 International contemporary photography fair which will be bigger than ever and highlighting international collectors. IFEMA. Feria de Madrid, Parque Ferial Juan... Film Films in English (and VO) Every day New film releases shown in their original language version at the Yelmo Cineplex, C/ Doctor Cortezo 6. Programme updated weekly. Tel: 902 220 922. E-mail:... Films in English (and VO) Every day A selection of English and original language films are show at the Cines Verdi, C/ Bravo Murillo 28. Programme updated weekly. Tickets €6.80 and €5.... Films in English (and VO) Every day The Renoir cinemas show the latest film releases in their original language versions. Several movie theatres across Madrid. Tickets €6.50 and €6.80.... Music: DJ & Clubbing Copola Club Every Sun, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Combination of electronica, techno, jazz, soul and pop spread over two floors. At C/San Hermenegildo, 7. Thursday to Saturday 23:00-03:30. Thursday night is... Joy Eslava Every day An eclectic mix of music punctuated with appearances from guest bands, DJs and comics. At C/ Arenal, 11. From 23:30-06:00 Kapital Every Thu, Fri, Sat Spread over a massive seven floors, it plays everything from Spanish pop to the grimiest hip-hop. At C/Atocha, 125. From 00:00-06:00. Oui Madrid Every day Taking a lift to the top floor at midnight in this chic restaurant will see you transported to the resident club. Smart dress essential. C/ Jorge Juan, 99.... Pacha Every Thu, Fri, Sat A major name in Madrid and Europe since the 1980s, the club plays house and commercial music across three floors. At C/ Barcelo, 11. Thursday to Saturday... Ya'sta Every Thu, Fri, Sat Playing jazz and soul, rock and pop and techno and trance across Thursday, Friday and Saturday every week. At C/ Valverde, 10. From 00:00-06:00. Reina Bruja Every Thu, Fri, Sat Young fashionable club playing popular tunes including R&B and hip-hop. At C/ Jacometrezo, 6. Thursdays to Saturdays 23:00-05:30. Capote Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Resident DJs Timo and Roberto Jean at this bar play house music from 10:00-05:00, Tuesday to Saturday. C/ Santa Teresa, 3. Moma 56 Every Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Disco bar with resident DJ, DJ Koke. At C/José Abascal, 56. Wednesday to Saturday nights 00:00-06:00. Mondo Every Thu, Fri, Sat Funk and electronica with guest DJs and live acts. At Sala Stella, C/ Arlabán, 7. Thursday to Saturday 00:30-06:00. Twist Club Every Thu Non-stop drum 'n' bass. At Sala Wind, C/ Montera, 25. Thursday nights 00:00-06:00. Music: Jazz, Blues & Soul La Boca del Lobo Every Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Club playing electronic jazz, funk and soul music. Also has a restaurant, hosts live music and is involved with an international film festival. C/ Echegaray, 11.... Costello Every day Cafe and club playing an eclectic mix of music including funk, jazz, pop and rock. C/ Caballero de Gracia, 10. Open daily 18:00-03:00. El Juglar Every day Club with regular live acts playing funk, house, rock, reggae and soul. C/ Lavapiés, 37. Open daily 00:00-03:00. El Junco Every day Live music every night playing blues, jazz, funk and soul. At Plaza Santa Bárbara, 10. Open daily 23:00-06:00 Marula Cafe Every day Cafe club playing live funk music and jam sessions. C/ Caños Viejos, 3. Open 22:30-06:00. Sweet Funk Club Every Thu, Fri, Sat Club playing R'n'B and hip hop with live performances. At C/ Doctor Cortezo, 1. Open Thursday to Saturday 00:00-06:00. Music: Rock, Pop & Country Espiral Pop Every Sun, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Café/Club with DJs playing pop and electro pop music. At C/ San Andrés, 23. Every Wednesday to Sunday 23:00-03:00. Sala Taboo Every Thu, Fri, Sat A venue for both live music and DJs, the club hosts an indie night on Thursdays. Other music includes punk, rock, hip-hop and electronica. At C/ San Vicente... Tupperware Every Sun, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Indie bar playing pop and danceable tunes. At C/ Corredera Alto de San Pablo, 26. Open Wednesday to Sunday 22:00-03:00. Wild Thing Bar Every day Open every night of the week playing popular indie hits from the 90s and beyond. At C/ Martín Machio, 2. From 21:00 Sunday to Thursday and 22:00 Friday and... Sala Juglar Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Live music venue hosting a variety of different styles from techno DJs to rock to flamenco. Open Tuesday to Sunday. At El Juglar, Calle Olmo, 37. Music: World & Folk Las Tablas Every day Live venue for experiencing traditional Flamenco music and dancing. At Las Tablas Nuevo Espacio Escénico, Plaza de España, 9. Open everyday. Shows on... Social & Community Events Languages Exchanges International Meeting Every Thu A meeting for expatriates and Spaniards who want to practice their languages and socialise at Cafe Madrid, C/ Escalinata. Meetings from 20:30-02:00. Entry is... Intercambio Night Every Wed, Thu, Fri English and Spanish conversation group at J&J Books and Coffee, Wednesday to Friday 20:00 until close. Tel: 915 218 576. Language Exchange and International Friends Every Thu Group of Spaniards and foreigners in Madrid meet to practice languages and socialise. Every Thursday at Beer Station (cuesta de Santo Domingo, 22, metro Santo... Multilinkual Every Thu A welcoming group of people interested in international friendship and practising languages for FREE with native speakers in Madrid. At Beer Station (cuesta de... Oasis Madrid Every day Christ-centred and international English-speaking community located in Madrid. The group hold various events and services every week including discussions,... Language Exchange Every Thu From: Thursday 29 September 2011 To: Friday 28 September 2012 Every Thursday evening, from 18:00 to 23:30 you can practice another language for free, and make friends in an international environment. Every week more than... Sports Events Tennis League Every day In association with The International Newcomers Club of Madrid is the chance to practise your tennis and play in a league. For more information please contact... Westbury Snooker Academy Every day Snooker Club and academy holding lessons, competitions and free table play for members and non-members. At Westbury Snooker Academy, C/ Perindolas, 1,... Barbarians Rugby Football Club Every day The only competitive/social rugby club in Madrid to give regular training, games and social events for both expat and Spanish players of all levels. Meet Tuesday... Talks & Workshops Madrid Handcrafters Every day A group of diverse craftswomen. Any woman who enjoys making and selling crafts welcome. If interested, please contact madridhandcrafters@yahoo.es. Theatre & Shows JAJAHA! Stand-up Comedy and Improvisation Every Thu From: Thursday 12 January 2012 To: Thursday 10 January 2013 English-language stand-up and improv comedy show. A brand new show every month! The Beer Station Bar. Cuesta de Sto. Domingo, 22 Madrid 28013 The Little Foxes From: Friday 20 April 2012 To: Sunday 10 June 2012 This version of this classic American piece by Ernesto Caballero brings us forward in time. Teatro María Guerrero, C/ Tamayo y Baus 4, Madrid. Metro: Banco... Cyrano de Bergerac From: Thursday 10 May 2012 To: Tuesday 22 May 2012 Plácido Domingo plays the lead in this great classic story. Teatro Real, Pza. de Oriente s/n, Madrid. etro: Ópera or Sol. El inspector From: Friday 4 May 2012 To: Sunday 17 June 2012 Miguel del Arco showing his version of The Inspector General by Nikolai Gogol and it is one of the most awaited theater performances of the 2011-2012 season at... Entremeses barrocos From: Friday 4 May 2012 To: Sunday 3 June 2012 A selection of works by Spanish authors like Calderón de la Barca, Bernardo de Quirós and Agustín Moreto. Teatro Pavón, C/ Embajadores 9,... Walks & Visits The Wellington Society of Madrid Every day The club organises walking tour for members around the city of Madrid. Leave from Plaza Santa Ana at 11:00 and 20:00 (times vary depending on the season).... El Retiro: Madrid's Central Park Every Thu A guided tour around Madrid's Central Park. Created in the 17th century, during the reign of Philip IV, from a historical-artistic perspective this is the most... Old Madrid Every Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat Guided tour around the old areas of Madrid. Adults €6.45. Under 25s, students, retired and unemployed people €5.05. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday... The Art Walk Every Thu Guided tour of 18th century Madrilenian aristocracy palaces. At Paseo Infanta Isabel, 1 (Ministerio de Agricultura), Thursday 16:00. Adults €3.30. Under... Botanical Garden Every day Designed over 250 years ago, the botanical gardens in Madrid are home to thousands of plant species covering some 20 acres. Take a stroll round or investigate... The Grand Art Walk Every day Known as the Paseo del Arte, the walk is about 2 kilometres long and is devoted entirely to culture. Although unguided and completely your own choice, the... Puente Turismo Activo Every day Based on more than twenty years of travelling all over Spain by bike and foot, the group organise trips, walks and outings to experience the real Spain. With... Mirasierra: What's On Social & Community Events Spanish-English Conversation Every Thu Spanish-English conversation group in association with The International Newcomers Club of Madrid. Every Thursday from 10:00 to 12:00. If interested, please... Puerta de Hierro: What's On Social & Community Events Spanish-English Conversation Every Thu Spanish-English conversation group in association with The International Newcomers Club of Madrid. Every Thursday from 10:00 to 12:00. If interested, please... Santo Domingo: What's On Walks & Visits Walking Group Every day The International Newcomers Club of Madrid 'Area 1' (La Moreleja, Ciudalcampo, Fuente del Fresno, Santo Domingo areas) welcomes anyone who would like to join... Tres Cantos: What's On Social & Community Events Spanish-English Conversation Every Thu Spanish-English conversation group in association with The International Newcomers Club of Madrid. Every Thursday from 10:00 to 12:00. If interested, please... Ciempozuelos Mercadillo Ciempozuelos Every Thu Mornings in Av del Consuelo – general market. Colmenar Viejo Mercadillo Colmenar Viejo Every Mon, Thu Mornings in Plaza Eulogio Carrasco – general market. Humanes de Madrid Mercadillo Humanes De Madrid Every day Mornings in Calles Canada and El Libro – general market. Leganés Mercadillo Leganés Every day Mornings in Calle San Nicasio and Recinto Ferial – general market. Madrid (website) Mercadillo de la Avenida de Felipe II Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Avenida de Felipe II. Every day Monday to Saturday all day - general market. Mercadillo de San Restituto Every Thu Mornings in Calle San Restituto, Moncloa–Aravaca –general market. Mercadillo Via Lusitana Every Thu Mornings in Calle Via Lusitana, Carabanchel – general market. Mercadillo de Fontarron Every Thu Mornings in Calle Ramon Perez de Ayala, Puente de Vallecas – general market. Mercadillo de Santa Genoveva Every Thu Mornings in Calle Santa Genoveva, Ciudad Lineal – general market. Mercadillo de Ciudad de los Angeles Every Thu Mornings in Paseo Gigantes Y Cabezudos, Villaverde – general market. Mercadillo Villablanca Every day Mornings in Calle Villablanca, Vicalvaro – general market. Mejorada del Campo Mercadillo Mejorada Del Campo Every Thu Mornings in Calle Miguel Hernandez – general market. Pinto Mercadillo Pinto Every Thu Mornings in Recinto Ferial – general market. San Agustin de Guadalix Mercadillo San Agustin de Guadalix Every Thu Mornings in Calle Julian Barrendero – general market. San Lorenzo de El Escorial (website) Mercadillo San Lorenzo de El Escorial Every Thu Mornings in Calle Velazquez – general market. Tres Cantos Mercadillo Tres Cantos Every Thu Mornings in Av de la Vega – general market. |
myAngloINFO What's On Guide
Event Categories Event Locations  Related Categories Today Region Holiday
Dia de las Letras Gallegas (GA)
 Sunrise: 6:55 Sunset: 21:24 The Weather: 15.9°C (60°F) and clear in Madrid (at 04:00) Picture perfect | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Share
Print
+
Copyright © 2000-2012 AngloINFO Limited. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, About, Advertising, Contact.
AngloINFO: Everyday life in Spain, in English
Find out more about AngloINFO in Spain...