Rock 'n' Roll Madrid Marathon

This 42-kilometre run through the city each year attracts some one million people who turn out to cheer on the athletes in the unique setting of Madrid. The city is transformed into a huge outdoor stadium to receive athletes from all over the world, who compete for victory against the backdrop of the Royal Palace, Paseo del Arte (Art Avenue), ...

Science Week

It actually takes place over two weeks, and will include over 500 activities in different cities, town and villages in the Region of Madrid: open days, film series, workshops, exhibitions, conferences, guided tours, excursions, etc. ...

Equestrian sports: Madrid Horse Week

Madrid Horse Week features world-level showjumping, vaulting, and reining competitions. The Salón del Caballo also presents a continuous programme of shows and exhibitions, with games, sessions on horse healthcare, and other activities.

The Suma Flamenca Festival

Theatres in the city of Madrid and up to 10 districts throughout the Madrid region host a range of flamenco shows for a little over a month. A unique opportunity to enjoy the passion and intensity of this art. In addition to the major flamenco stars, each year the festival also showcases a number of promising newcomers.

Estampa. International Contemporary Art Fair

The main purpose of Estampa is to promote contemporary art collecting in Spain, gallery ownership, and Spanish art at home and abroad. The fair offers several different publicity and information programmes, forums, and activities to encourage a greater understanding of the contemporary art scene and the current collectors’ market. ...

Buitrago del Lozoya's Medieval Fair

For three days at the start of September, the town of Buitrago del Lozoya travels back to the Middle Ages when it organises a mediaeval fair inside its walled enclosure, and recreates the customs and traditions of the period. ...

Veranos de la Villa summer festival

A summer programme for nights in the Spanish capital, with events taking place at different venues in the city. With a range of culture and leisure events including concerts, theatre, dance and zarzulea (musical comedy) , and even film and opera.

Festivities of San Isidro

On this day, locals from Madrid and tourists go on a pilgrimage to the Hermitage of San Isidro, located in the meadow that bears the same name, to spend the day enjoying music, dancing and typical dishes of the festivity such as ‘entresijos’ (lamb mesentery), ‘gallinejas’ (fried lamb intestines) and ‘rosquillas’ (small ring-shaped breadsticks) ...

The Festival of San Isidro Labrador in Yecla

The festival dates from the 19th century, and today it involves lots of interesting events, such as the Santa Bárbara procession and bonfire, and the choosing of the Queen of the Festival and her six ladies. The biggest day of the festival is when the procession of the floats takes place, and it’s a great time to enjoy the local food and wine. ...

Sailing: PalmaVela

This competition, which is gaining in prestige with every passing year, has been held in Palma since 2004. The tournament includes regattas in the classes Lateen Sail, Adapted Sail, Maxi, Swan Maxi Class, Box Rule RI, ORC International, IRC, Monotypes and Epoch and Classics. ...

The Ascensión Festivities

Concerts, theatre performances, parades and many university students fill the streets during these days. The city is caught up in a wonderful festive atmosphere, and there is also a cattle fair featuring equestrian shows at the Amio trade fair centre. ...

Popular Competition of Wrought Iron Grilles and Balconies

The scent of jasmine and orange blossom and the colour of the flowers fill the streets these days during the celebration of the Popular Competition of Wrought Iron Grilles and Balconies, which is held simultaneously with the well-known Cordoba Courtyard Contest. ...

Girona, temps de flors (flower season)

This floral exhibition converts different monuments, courtyards and urban locations into unique ornamental gardens. Visitors will find a wonderful ensemble of striking colours and penetrating aromas that accompany the cultural heritage of this Catalonian city.

International Comic Fair

This event offers comic fans a great opportunity to indulge their hobby. As well as discovering the new comics on offer from the publishers in the sector, visitors will be able to meet numerous top comic artists, attend film premieres and concerts, and take part in comic workshops. ...

Music Festival in Segura

Visitors will be able to enjoy a varied programme over several days that combines pieces from the great classics such as Mozart and Beethoven, alongside others by some of the best contemporary musicians. The concerts are held in special locations such as Segura Castle or the mediaeval chapel. ...

Titirimundi, International Puppet Theatre Festival

An event for puppet fans, it is held at indoor venues as well as on the streets of the city. Companies from different countries present a range of performances, ranging from traditional puppets to acrobatic groups and street entertainment. Children and adults alike can enjoy this theatrical art in which tradition combines with the avant-garde.

Motorcycle sport: Catalonia Grand Prix

On the first two days of competition you can see both training sessions and classifying stages in the different categories: 125cc, Moto 2 and Moto GP – fixing the start grid for Sunday’s race.

Tour: Deep Purple

Deep Purple's European tour will be stopping in Hoyos del Espino (Ávila) on 4 July, as part of the Músicos en la Naturaleza festival, and on 5 July in Pamplona. A few days later they will be performing in Málaga and Jerez de la Frontera, on 9 and 10 July respectively. ...

Exhibition: Looking Through a Circle in a Circle of Looks

The exhibition brings together works by international artists who rethink the language of ethnographic film, questioning traditional points of view and opening the way to new forms of storytelling based on diversity. Inspired by documentary genre references such as Maya Deren and Trinh T. ...

El Cid Week

Isla Mallorca Classic Rally

Also known as ‘The Pearl of the Mediterranean’, this spectacular race brings together top drivers from different countries each year in Mallorca to compete on a 500-kilometre route, 170 km of which are closed roads. ...

Frédéric Chopin Piano Festival

Its main focus is on works by Chopin, played by both renowned pianists as well as up-and-coming young talent. Apart from the piano recitals, the festival has other activities such as artistic installations and exhibitions of avant-garde plastic arts, performances, etc. ...

Starlite Festival

The setting is a natural open-air space located about 3.5 kilometers from the city center: the Marbella quarry of Nagüeles, which becomes a nightclub under the stars. The Festival combines all cultural disciplines and features world-renowned artists offering performances in intimate settings. ...

Animac. International Animated Film Festival

The festival is one of the highlights of the international animation calendar. Audiences can view the various screenings at different venues around the city, including the Principal Theatre, which is the official festival venue. Parallel activities such as workshops, presentations and alternative shows complete the programme.