Intellectual Events & Talks in Madrid

Luisa Fernanda – Pre-sale 15% off (Aug 26–30, 2026)

Sun, 30 Aug 2026

Teatro La Latina

Theater

Pre-sale is available for Luisa Fernanda, a zarzuela-style musical theater piece, at Madrid's Teatro La Latina. The production runs August 26–30, 2026, with a 15% discount during the sale. Expect classic Spanish melodies performed in an intimate venue famed for its ornate auditorium.

Toledo & The Windmills – Culture, History & Legends

Sat, 5 Sept 2026 at 10:45

Citylife Meeting Point

Lecture

Join a guided day trip from Madrid to the windmills of Consuegra and the historic city of Toledo. Explore Don Quijote’s legend, medieval streets, and Spain’s cultural blend across Christian, Islamic, and Jewish heritage. Depart from Citylife Meeting Point; standard €34.99, City Card €29.99.

La Traviata – Pre-sale 15% off (Sept 5–6, 2026)

Sun, 6 Sept 2026

Teatro La Latina

Theater

Experience Verdi's La Traviata at Teatro La Latina in Madrid. This classic Italian opera is presented this autumn, with a 15% pre-sale discount for performances on September 5–6, 2026, blending rousing aria with refined staging.

El club de los poetas muertos

Fri, 11 Sept 2026

Teatro La Latina

Theater

A stage adaptation of Dead Poets Society, 'El club de los poetas muertos', at Teatro La Latina in Madrid. Opens September 11, 2026 with a 20% early-bird discount (preventa). A thought-provoking drama that brings poetry and rebellion to a classic Madrid venue.

El Escorial & Segovia Day Trip

Sat, 12 Sept 2026 at 10:45

Citylife Meeting Point

Community

Escape Madrid for a day to explore the monumental El Escorial monastery and the historic city of Segovia, famed for its royal palace ruins and iconic Roman aqueduct. This curated day trip combines expert narration, comfortable transport, and two UNESCO-listed sights in one unforgettable excursion.

Desenfocado, otra visión del arte

Thu, 17 Sept 2026 · All day

CaixaForum Madrid

Art

Explore Matisse's influence and the evolution of modern painting at CaixaForum Madrid. This exhibition surveys the trajectory of Matisse and its impact on international art movements, with works drawn from CaixaForum's collection set in the museum's iconic space.

El Sentido de la Birra Live

Fri, 18 Sept 2026 at 00:30

Sala Galileo Galilei

Comedy

El Sentido de la Birra Live brings Ricardo Moya to Sala Galileo for a lively night of smart, heartfelt stand-up with surprise guests. Moving beyond the screen, the show pairs sharp humor with stories that touch the soul and invite reflection. A unique live podcast feel that connects the audience through laughter and insight.

Yo sobreviví a EGB

Sat, 19 Sept 2026

Teatro Infanta Isabel

Theater

A nostalgic comedy about surviving the EGB education era, staged at Teatro Infanta Isabel in Madrid. This intimate production blends humor and memory to revisit school days and a generation’s clichés.

Andrei Irimia – European Tour 2026

Tue, 22 Sept 2026 · Time TBD

Sala Galileo Galilei

Music

Andrei Irimia headlines Sala Galileo with a neoclassical program blending minimalist piano, shimmering strings, and subtle electronic textures, moving from intimate moments to cinematic soundscapes on his European Tour 2026.

La ópera de los tres centavos con COQUE MALLA

Wed, 23 Sept 2026

Teatro Infanta Isabel

Theater

Spanish-language production of Brecht and Weill's The Threepenny Opera, featuring Coque Malla, at the historic Teatro Infanta Isabel in Madrid. A contemporary staging blends sharp social satire with live music in an intimate, classic venue.

Cariño, pásame el pan

Sun, 27 Sept 2026

Teatro La Latina

Theater

Spanish-language stage comedy 'Cariño, pásame el pan' at Teatro La Latina in Madrid. The show arrives on September 27, 2026, with tickets now on sale. Expect witty family banter, sharp dialogue, and an intimate theater vibe that highlights contemporary Spanish humor.

Fanna-Fi-Allah: Sufi Qawwali

Tue, 29 Sept 2026

Teatro La Latina

Theater

Fanna-Fi-Allah brings Sufi Qawwali to Teatro La Latina in Madrid for a spellbinding live performance. The program blends devotional vocals with traditional South Asian instruments, turning the theatre into a luminous space of spiritual music and shared experience.

La Buena Vida Market — October 2026

Sat, 3 Oct 2026 · All day

Impact Hub Madrid

Market

Monthly eco-market at Impact Hub Madrid featuring local producers from the Community of Madrid with organic fruits and vegetables, artisanal cheeses, jamón ibérico, chorizo, bread, craft beer, olive oil, chocolates and preserves. Cooking workshops and sustainable-brand presentations spotlight the local scene; held on the first Saturday from 10:00 to 15:00.

FRUIT ATTRACTION 2026

Tue, 6 Oct 2026

IFEMA Madrid

Conference

Fruit Attraction 2026 is a premier international trade show at IFEMA Madrid, gathering fruit and vegetable industry players from around the world. The event showcases new produce, packaging, and supply-chain solutions with extensive business networking in Madrid's top expo venue.

Seba Calfuqueo: Cautín

Tue, 6 Oct 2026 · All day

Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza

Art

Experience Seba Calfuqueo's exhibition Cautín at Madrid's Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza. The show presents contemporary visual works by the Chilean artist, inviting reflection on place and memory through striking imagery inside a grand museum setting.

Thyssen-Bornemisza & Mauritshuis: a love story between two museums

Fri, 9 Oct 2026 · All day

Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza

Art

Two iconic collections come into dialogue in this joint exhibition from the Thyssen-Bornemisza and Mauritshuis. Visitors explore cross-border connections across centuries through works from both houses, staged in Madrid's Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza. A curated narrative of art history that reveals surprising ties between artists and schools.

Piano Recital: Encuentro de Paz Interior

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 at 22:00

Café Berlín

Music

Jan Uve presents a piano recital at Café Berlín in Madrid. Titled Encuentro de Piano y Paz Interior, the intimate program offers meditative classical pieces for inner peace; tickets are 20€.

Begoña Castro

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 at 20:00

Teatros Luchana

Music

Suma Flamenca 2026 presents Begoña Castro at Teatros del Canal in Madrid. A passionate flamenco performance blending song, guitar and dance in an intimate theater setting.

The Mirror

Sat, 31 Oct 2026

Teatro Circo Price

Theater

The Mirror is a contemporary stage production at Teatro Circo Price in Madrid. It combines immersive storytelling with striking visuals in an intimate indoor venue, offering a reflective, provocative night of live theater with bold performances and memorable moments.

Advanced Manufacturing Show

Wed, 4 Nov 2026

IFEMA Madrid

Conference

Madrid's flagship conference on industrial innovation, the Advanced Manufacturing Show at IFEMA gathers manufacturers, suppliers and engineers to explore automation, smart manufacturing and the latest industrial tech.

Tech Show Madrid

Wed, 4 Nov 2026

IFEMA Madrid

Conference

Tech Show Madrid at IFEMA brings together Cloud Expo, Cyber Security World, Data Center, and Big Data & AI tracks, plus events like ESHOW and TFM. The industry-focused conference showcases cutting-edge enterprise tech, digital infrastructure, and security solutions for professionals.

Teatro de texto

Sun, 8 Nov 2026

Teatro de texto

Theater

Teatro de texto presents a gripping drama on site at Teatro de texto in Madrid. This intimate, text-driven staging blends spoken word and live acting in a contemporary setting, inviting audiences to reflect on language, memory, and identity.

Tortoise live at Sala But, Madrid

Sun, 8 Nov 2026 at 21:00

Sala But

Music

Tortoise, the influential instrumental collective, returns with a Madrid show at Sala But on Nov 8, 2026, priced at €30. The lineup—Jeff Parker, Dan Bitney, Douglas McCombs, John Herndon, and John McEntire—delivers intricate post-rock textures and adventurous rhythms as part of a Primavera Tours/FOAM co‑production.

Empack Madrid

Wed, 11 Nov 2026

IFEMA Madrid

Conference

Empack Madrid at IFEMA Madrid showcases the future of packaging technology with a focus on automation, sustainable materials, and smart packaging solutions. Industry leaders share insights, live demos, and networking opportunities that connect packaging professionals with the latest trends shaping the supply chain.

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