Are you a tourist planning your trip to Madrid or a city’s inhabitant who has no idea what thrilling event to go to? Look no further! Culture is so active in Madrid that something like this happens almost every week. So if you are a fan of arts, music, food or just want to enjoy an evening in an alive city, here’s a guide to know which events can be seen in Madrid this week.
Cultural Festivals
It will interest lovers of cultural fests simply because Madrid is full of them. The celebration of the San Isidro Festival will be highlighted this week, to start from May 11 up to May 15. Coinciding with the patron saint of Madrid, there are festivities of music, ballet, bull running and absolutely stunning fireworks shows.
Musical Performances
A night in Madrid can its facilities to those interested in various music types since it is packed with music lovers. This week the Madrid Symphony Orchestra is scheduled to give a performance at the National Auditorium. Go to the opera and spend your evening with fabulous music and watch the world of the great composers.
Art Exhibitions
Those interested in art will find it interesting by visiting all the available galleries as well as the museums in the Madrid city. Then visit the Museo del Prado and look at Spanish and European art treasures. Picasso’s “Guernica” is one of the most famous masterpieces that you must see when in Madrid visiting the Reina Sofia Museum.
Food and Culinary Events
Madrid is one of the most popular places in terms of food and this week serves to be the best for finding out what delicious plates Spain has to offer. Well, one should not miss the Madrid Fusion Gastronomy Summit of Chefs from around the world displaying their talent and how to go about it.
Street Markets
Find out what local food Madrid has to offer and explore its sense and feeling of the street markets. The San Miguel Market in the middle of the city opened its doors to a complete list of gourmet food options – from fresh seafood to local cheeses to Spanish tapas.
Cooking Workshops
If you want to acquire some new tips on cooking feel free to attend the cooking workshop. Coupled with this there are numerous local schools, as well as culinary schools that have practical classes in which one can learn traditional Spanish recipes such as the famous Paella or Sangria.
Outdoor Events
Spend some time outdoors, appreciate the beautiful walks that Madrid offers in Spring weather, and visit Parque del Oeste. The park of Retiro is one of the most beautiful parks having the stunning garden, a lovely lake and the pleasant pathways. There are also tourist bicycle routes which allow you to find out many interesting sightseeing points of the city or a picnic on a boat for rent in the park of the Retiro with the lake for boating.
Sports Events
Things to do If you are a sports lover, then Madrid has a shot for you as well. Watch a captivating football match on the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium which hosts one of the greatest football clubs in the world, Real Madrid. Currently, there are stadium tours where you can take a look at history and visit the area filled with trophies.
Outdoor Concerts
Try to attend one of the outdoor concerts in some of the Spanish capital’s venues. Live concerts are held in the garden during summer mostly by national and international artists at Madrid Botanical Garden. Be relaxed as enveloped by nice tunes of the natural world, the green trees and the flowers.
Conclusion
Beside boasting of the richest cultural background Madrid will provide infinite interests targeting different events. There is no shortage of culture this week; from traditional festivals and musical concerts to art exhibitions and food tasting. Do not waste your chance to be in Madrid actively participating in the life of this amazing city and chasing different events.
