Introduction
Madrid is a lively capital Spanish city, with a long history of architectural and cultural activities. Isn’t it great if the happenstance is you will be in Madrid this weekend? The city is full of activities of various types and for all ages to help people find what they might be interested in. There is something that can interest the gai various ways: musical preference, art, cuisine, or even city nightlife. The idea of the present blog entry is to provide you with the information on what is worth seeing this weekend in Madrid.
Music Events
Madrid is undoubtedly a city of music enthusiasts and this weekend will be no different. Here are a few noteworthy music events you wouldn’t want to miss:
Live Concert at Madrid Arena
Date: Saturday, 11th September
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Madrid Arena
Price: Tickets start at €30
Spend an entertaining night at the theatre: go to the Madrid Arena and listen to the ultimate music band concert. Feel the electrifying vibe when you jam to the best songs right alongside like-minded people.
Open Air Jazz Festival
Date: Sunday, 12th September
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Retiro Park
Price: Free admission
Watch great jazz performers at the stunning setting of Retiro Park. Take a seat on the grass with your hamper and watch or listen to top jazz musicians performing for you.
Art Exhibitions
Of all art scenes in Europe, perhaps none can compare to the energetic art scene of Madrid. Whether you’re a seasoned art enthusiast or just curious to explore the world of art, these exhibitions are worth checking out:
Picasso and Surrealism
Location: Reina Sofia Museum
Price: €12 for general admission
Take a walk through an artists mind at the Reina Sofia museum with focus on a Spanish art master, Pablo Picasso. This art exhibition also gives a preview of some of his best surrealist pieces, as well as an appreciation on the use of his creativity.
Tempo and Motion
Location: Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Price: €10 for general admission
Discover the wonderful work of kinetic art in the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. Here, visitors will also get a chance to experience the movements by some of the best artists in the world.
Food and Drink
The existing Madrid Gastronmy encompasses various cuisine types of different quality. Indulge in the city’s gastronomic delights at these food and drink events:
Tapas Tour in La Latina
Date: Saturday, 11th September
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: La Latina neighborhood
Price: €20 per person
Enjoy the most delicious types of Spanish cuisine while exploring the beautiful area of La Latina district, which as the majority of the Spanish districts is richly connected with the tradition of tapas. Food tasting of Spain cuisine alongside being introduced to the area’s history and culture.
Wine Tasting at Vinoteca
Date: Sunday, 12th September
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Vinoteca Wine Bar
Price: €25 per person
Improve your wine awareness and the selection variety with the help of the Vision Wine Tasting session in Vinoteca Wine Bar. An opportunity to taste specific Spanish wines and get to know their shades as well as the atmosphere of the evening classes.
Conclusion
To sum things up, Madrid can boast of an enormous number of events of various types that everybody will surely find interesting. Whether you are a lover of music, art or food this weekend in Madrid is going to be awesome. Do not forget to check the schedules and buy tickets early enough to be part of this enjoyable events. Have a great weekend and be as alive as this wonderful city that you are in!
