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Madrid Events

Semana Santa (Holy Week)

Solemn religious processions and services to mark Holy Week, the week leading up to Easter Sunday.

Date: 10 April 2022 - 17 April 2022
Venue: Throughout the city.
Cost:

Free.


Fiesta de San Isidro

The commemoration of Madrid's patron saint is celebrated annually with wine, food and concerts.

Date: 13 May 2022 - 13 May 2022
Venue: Paseo de la Ermita del Santo and various other venues.
Cost:

Free.


Madrid Pride

This event aims to promote equality, moving towards a world where LGBTQ+ people are free to live and love without prejudice.

Date: 01 July 2022 - 10 July 2022
Venue: Chueca district.
Website: http://www.madridorgullo.com
Cost:

Free.


Festival Suma Flamenca

Madrid shares the art of flamenco with its people and visitors during this festival. Apart from showcasing leading flamenco artists, this festival also features upcoming guitarists, singers and dancers.

Date: 17 October 2022 - 06 November 2022
(Date to be confirmed)
Venue: Various venues.
Website: http://www.madrid.org/sumaflamenca

Cabalgata de Reyes Madrid (Three Kings Parade)

The annual procession of the Three Kings in their elaborate costumes, watched by thousands of children, begins at Nuevos Ministerios and ends at Plaza de Cibeles.

Date: 05 January 2023 - 05 January 2023
Venue: City centre.
Cost:

Free.


Madrid Carnival

Madrid is marked by merriment during the carnival season. Highlights include a masked and costumed parade, a 'tossing the puppet' (Manteo del Pelele) event, and the 'burial of the sardine' ceremony.

Date: 17 February 2023 - 22 February 2023
Venue: Various.
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