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Madrid guide · Nov 15 – 21

Free things to do in Madrid this week

Free concerts, exhibitions, talks, festivals and family events in Madrid over the next seven days — no ticket needed.

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Monday, November 16

10 events

👋SocialHonest Greens Hortaleza
Mon, Nov 16 · 10:00Free

Social·Ages 18+·Indoor

The Socrates Cafe - MONDAY 10:00AM, at HONEST GREENS HORTALEZA

An English-speaking philosophy discussion meetup at a restaurant, providing a space for open and respectful dialogue.

Honest Greens Hortaleza · Calle de Hortaleza, 100, Centro, 28004 Madrid, Spain, Madrid, MD, Madrid

🔬Science & techCentro Sociocultural Ágata
Mon, Nov 16 · 10:00Free

Science & tech·Ages 6+·Indoor

Talk + Experiment: 'Where do colors come from?'

A talk and experiment on flavonoids, the compounds responsible for plant color and their health benefits.

Centro Sociocultural Ágata · Calle Doctor Martin Arevalo 2, 28021 Madrid

🎬FilmHermanas Mirabal Equality Space. Tetuán
Mon, Nov 16 · 17:00Free

Film·Ages 12+·Indoor

Behind the Mirror. Film forum

A film forum event.

Hermanas Mirabal Equality Space. Tetuán · Calle Bravo Murillo 133, 28039 Madrid

🎭Theatre & stageMarta Escudero Díaz-Tejeiro Sociocultural Building
Mon, Nov 16 · 17:00Free

Theatre & stage·Ages 6+·Indoor

Improvisation show 'Raising is Improvising: Forbidden to Stop Playing'

A live comedy improvisation show about the odyssey of parenting, creating unique scenes from the audience's anecdotes.

Marta Escudero Díaz-Tejeiro Sociocultural Building · Calle Calcio 1, 28021 Madrid

🎬FilmBiblioteca Pública Municipal Mario Vargas Llosa
Mon, Nov 16 · 17:30Free

Film·Ages 16+·Indoor

Cinefórum Madrid Salud 'Prevention of complicated grief'

A film forum on the prevention of complicated grief, organized by Madrid Salud.

Biblioteca Pública Municipal Mario Vargas Llosa · Calle Barcelo 4, 28004 Madrid

🎨Arts & craftsJosé Saramago Public Municipal Library
Mon, Nov 16 · 17:30Free

Arts & crafts·Ages 16+·Indoor

Workshop 'Fanzineitor' - Biblioteca José Saramago

A creative workshop to learn about fanzines as a free form of self-expression through drawing, writing, and experimentation.

José Saramago Public Municipal Library · Avenida Monforte De Lemos 38, 28029 Madrid

👨‍👩‍👧FamilyBiblioteca Pública Municipal Mario Vargas Llosa
Mon, Nov 16 · 17:30Free

Family·Ages 4+·Indoor

'La casa de los cuentos' with Roberto Mezquita

A storytelling session full of magic and adventure for children aged 4 and over, led by Roberto Mezquita.

Biblioteca Pública Municipal Mario Vargas Llosa · Calle Barcelo 4, 28004 Madrid

🏃SportsInstalación Deportiva Municipal Básica María de Villota
Mon, Nov 16 · 18:00Free

Sports·Ages 16+·Outdoor

Body and Mind Activities - Street Sports - Villaverde District

Outdoor body and mind activities and street sports event in the Villaverde district.

Instalación Deportiva Municipal Básica María de Villota · Calle Estefanita 3, 28021 Madrid

📚LearningIván de Vargas Municipal Public Library
Mon, Nov 16 · 18:00Free

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

Guide of European Authors - Hungary

A talk on European authors from Hungary.

Iván de Vargas Municipal Public Library · Calle San Justo 5, 28005 Madrid

📚LearningBiblioteca Pública Municipal Eugenio Trías. Casa de Fieras de El Retiro
Mon, Nov 16 · 18:00Free

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

'Hannibal and the battles of the Tagus and the Trebbia. Reconstructions analyzing topography' by Ricardo Rocca

A talk by Ricardo Rocca reconstructing Hannibal's battles of the Tagus and Trebbia through topographic analysis.

Biblioteca Pública Municipal Eugenio Trías. Casa de Fieras de El Retiro · Paseo Fernán Núñez 24, 28009 Madrid

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Tuesday, November 17

10 events

Tue, Nov 17 · 10:00–15:00Free

Learning·Ages 18+·Indoor

Information day on the National Agri-Food Data System

A joint information session by the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry for Digital Transformation.

Ministry for Digital Transformation and Civil Service · C/ Poeta Joan Maragall 41, 28020 Madrid, Madrid

Tue, Nov 17 · 17:00–21:00Free

Film·Ages 12+·Indoor

Events at the Movies: Motor Edition

A cinema event featuring motor-themed films at Kinépolis Diversia.

Kinépolis Diversia · 21 Avenida de Bruselas, 28108 Alcobendas, Alcobendas

Tue, Nov 17 · 18:00–20:00Free

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

VIII Horos Asset Management Annual Conference

The eighth annual conference held by Horos Asset Management for investors and interested parties.

Coworking LOOM Azca · 11 Plaza Pablo Ruiz Picasso, #Planta 1, 28020 Madrid, Madrid

Tue, Nov 17 · 18:00–20:00Free

Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor

From innovation to revenue: how to scale in B2B markets

A business event on transforming a value proposition into a recurring business with large corporations and scaling commercially.

International Lab · 41 Calle de Bailén, 28005 Madrid, Madrid

Tue, Nov 17 · 18:30–19:30Free

Animals·Outdoor

El escritor islandés Gunnar Helgason presenta su novela juvenil

Casa del Lector · 14 Paseo de la Chopera, 28045 Madrid, Madrid

Tue, Nov 17 · 18:30Free

Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor

Presentación de la novela juvenil 'Mi madre está chiflada', con Gunnar Helgason

Matadero Madrid – Casa del Lector – Nube · Paseo de la Chopera 14, 28045 Madrid

Tue, Nov 17 · 19:00–20:30Free

Learning

EL FUTURO DE LA DIRECCIÓN DE PROYECTOS: IA, liderazgo y dirección de programas y portfolios

Aula Magna at María De Molina 11 · Calle María De Molina 11, 28006 Madrid, Madrid

Tue, Nov 17 · 19:00–21:00Free

Science & tech

Presentación libro Naturaleza Muerta con Robot al fondo

Casa de la Arquitectura · Paseo de la Castelllana, 67, 28046 Madrid, Madrid

Tue, Nov 17 · 20:00Free

Music·Indoor

Ciclo de conciertos "A las veinte cero cero"

Cerralbo Museum · Calle de Ventura Rodríguez 17, 28008 Madrid

Tue, Nov 17 · 20:00Free

Learning·Indoor

PASITO A PASITO. SOSTENERNOS

Conde Duque Cultural Centre · Calle del Conde Duque 9-11, 28015 Madrid

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Wednesday, November 18

10 events

👨‍👩‍👧FamilyRamiro de Maeztu Secondary School
Wed, Nov 18 · 09:15Free

Family·Ages 8–12·Indoor

Charla-taller: Ciencia y superhéroes

Ramiro de Maeztu Secondary School · Calle Serrano 127, 28006 Madrid

Wed, Nov 18 · 09:30–13:30Free

Social

Jornada de Innovación para una Economía Circular: Encuentro Anual GIEC

C. de Torrelaguna, 58 · 58 Calle de Torrelaguna, 28027 Madrid, Madrid

📌Espacio de Igualdad María Moliner, Villa de Vallecas
Wed, Nov 18 · 10:30Free

·Indoor

25 árboles contra la violencia machista

Espacio de Igualdad María Moliner, Villa de Vallecas · Calle Honrubia 4, 28031 Madrid

🌳OutdoorsCentro Municipal de Mayores Villalonso
Wed, Nov 18 · 10:30Free

Outdoors·Indoor

Parque y Salud - Deporte en la Calle - Distrito de Villaverde

Centro Municipal de Mayores Villalonso · Calle Villalonso 12, 28021 Madrid

🌳OutdoorsLa Vaguada Park
Wed, Nov 18 · 10:30Free

Outdoors·Indoor

Parque de la Vaguada

La Vaguada Park · Paseo Vaguada 13, 28029 Madrid

Wed, Nov 18 · 11:00–13:00Free

Festivals & markets·Indoor

El español en el mundo 2026. Anuario del Instituto Cervantes

Instituto Cervantes – Assembly Hall · Calle Barquillo, nº 4, 28014 Madrid, Madrid

Wed, Nov 18 · 12:00–14:00Free

Arts & crafts

Festival COMA’26 (I). Elvira Babiloni

Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando · 13 Calle Alcalá, Salón de Actos, 28014 Madrid, Madrid

Wed, Nov 18 · 18:30–20:30Free

Learning·Indoor

Narradoras españolas de hoy. Club de Lectura

Matadero Madrid – Casa del Lector – Aulas · Paseo de la Chopera 14, 28045 Madrid

Wed, Nov 18 · 19:00–20:30Free

Film·Indoor

Proyección del documental "Make Materials Matter"

Espacio Arquia · 16 Calle del Tutor, 28008 Madrid, Madrid

Wed, Nov 18 · 23:59Free

Nightlife·Ages 18+·Indoor

Elements Cave: Alviker + DAVID MENA + Pulpix + Leofix

Sala El Sol · Calle Jardines 3, 28013 Madrid, Spain

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Thursday, November 19

10 events

👨‍👩‍👧FamilyPradolongo Park
Thu, Nov 19 · 10:00Free

Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor

XXI Cross escolar del distrito de Usera 2026

Pradolongo Park · Avenida Rafaela Ybarra 85, 28026 Madrid

🎬FilmIván de Vargas Municipal Public Library
Thu, Nov 19 · 11:00Free

Film·Indoor

Cinefórum 'Las mejores películas de la historia del cine'

Iván de Vargas Municipal Public Library · Calle San Justo 5, 28005 Madrid

📚LearningIván de Vargas Municipal Public Library
Thu, Nov 19 · 11:00Free

Learning·Indoor

Don Carlos de Austria: cómo se construye la imagen de un príncipe en la Edad Moderna

Iván de Vargas Municipal Public Library · Calle San Justo 5, 28005 Madrid

🏛️Museums & sightsQuinta de la Fuente del Berro
Thu, Nov 19 · 11:00Free

Museums & sights·Indoor

Fuente del Berro (itinerario interpretativo)

Quinta de la Fuente del Berro · Calle Enrique D'almonte 1, 28028 Madrid

📚LearningCentro Cultural La Vaguada
Thu, Nov 19 · 11:30Free

Learning·Indoor

Conferencias: El Madrid del Siglo de Las Luces, S. XVIII

Centro Cultural La Vaguada · Avenida Monforte De Lemos 38, 28029 Madrid

👨‍👩‍👧FamilyMaris Stella Center for Environmental and Cultural Education
Thu, Nov 19 · 12:00Free

Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor

Concierto La Navidad en el Mundo

Maris Stella Center for Environmental and Cultural Education · Calle Doctor Tolosa Latour 16, 28026 Madrid

🎵MusicCasa de Vacas Cultural Center
Thu, Nov 19 · 12:00Free

Music·Indoor

Pasodobles, música española y marchas

Casa de Vacas Cultural Center · Paseo Colombia 1, 28009 Madrid

🎨Arts & craftsMaestro Alonso Sociocultural Center
Thu, Nov 19 · 12:00Free

Arts & crafts·Indoor

Visita guiada a la exposición Mauritshuis-Thyssen

Maestro Alonso Sociocultural Center · Calle Maestro Alonso 6, 28028 Madrid

Thu, Nov 19 · 22:00Free

Nightlife·Ages 18+·Indoor

Areté × BARCO

Barco Sound House · Calle del Barco, 34, 28004 Madrid, España

Thu, Nov 19 · 23:00Free

Nightlife·Ages 18+·Indoor

HYBRID: SBTM (HARDGROOVE)

Independance Club Hall · C. de Atocha, 127, 28012 Madrid

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Friday, November 20

10 events

📌Barajas Municipal Sports Center
Fri, Nov 20Free

·Indoor

Master Ciclo Indoor

Barajas Municipal Sports Center · Avenida Logroño 70, 28042 Madrid

🌳OutdoorsLa Cabaña del Retiro Environmental Classroom
Fri, Nov 20Free

Outdoors·Indoor

Senda guiada 'Especies exóticas en el Parque del Retiro'

La Cabaña del Retiro Environmental Classroom · Paseo Fernan Nuñez 10, 28009 Madrid

🎵MusicAntonio Machado Cultural Center
Fri, Nov 20Free

Music·Indoor

VI Festival De Raíz Flamenca

Antonio Machado Cultural Center · Calle San Roman Del Valle 8, 28037 Madrid

📚LearningPablo Neruda Public Municipal Library
Fri, Nov 20 · 09:00Free

Learning·Indoor

Frente a la discriminación racial, ninguna respuesta

Pablo Neruda Public Municipal Library · Calle Ascao 4, 28017 Madrid

Fri, Nov 20 · 12:30Free

Science & tech·Indoor

Recorridos alternativos especial Semana de la Ciencia 2026

Cerralbo Museum · Calle de Ventura Rodríguez 17, 28008 Madrid

Fri, Nov 20 · 19:00–20:30Free

Learning·Indoor

The Passenger

Matadero Madrid – Nave Una · Paseo de la Chopera 14, 28045 Madrid

Fri, Nov 20 · 23:00Free

Nightlife·Ages 18+·Indoor

Tatemado x Garzzza&DJon

Tatemado · Pl. de la Cebada, 9, Centro, 28005 Madrid

Fri, Nov 20 · 23:00Free

Nightlife·Ages 18+·Indoor

MINUSA CLUB: ELEMNT/HAIM/orphei

Minusa Music Club · Calle de Monteleón, 5, Centro, 28004 Madrid

Fri, Nov 20 · 23:59Free

Nightlife·Ages 18+·Indoor

DEEPER'S CLUB · RENTRÉE

X Private Club

Fri, Nov 20 · 23:59Free

Nightlife·Ages 18+·Indoor

Promised Wax invites Herr Krank

Goya Social Club · Calle de Goya, 43, 28001 Madrid, Spain

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Saturday, November 21

10 events

🏃SportsNave de Terneras del Centro Cultural Casa del Reloj
Sat, Nov 21Free

Sports·Indoor

Maratón de la acuarela

Nave de Terneras del Centro Cultural Casa del Reloj · Paseo Chopera 10, 28045 Madrid

🎬FilmCentro Cultural Eduardo Úrculo
Sat, Nov 21Free

Film·Indoor

Recital Flamenco

Centro Cultural Eduardo Úrculo · Plaza Donoso 5, 28029 Madrid

🌳OutdoorsPeña Gorbea Boulevard Garden
Sat, Nov 21Free

Outdoors·Indoor

Yulia Kaf

Peña Gorbea Boulevard Garden · Calle Peña Gorbea 17, 28053 Madrid

Sat, Nov 21 · 10:30Free

Arts & crafts·Indoor

Coser la imagen. Taller de bordado e intervención fotográfica en el Museo Cerralbo

Cerralbo Museum · Calle de Ventura Rodríguez 17, 28008 Madrid

Sat, Nov 21 · 11:00–14:30Free

·Indoor

Editatona de mujeres contra la desinformación con Carolina Pecharromán

Matadero Madrid – Nave 17. Terrario · Paseo de la Chopera 14, 28045 Madrid

Sat, Nov 21 · 11:00–14:30Free

Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor

Jornada de Puertas Abiertas en el Centro de Residencias Artísticas

Matadero Madrid – Nave 16. Residency Center · Paseo de la Chopera 14, 28045 Madrid

Sat, Nov 21 · 12:00–13:15Free

Family

Color azabache

Casa del Lector · 14 Paseo de la Chopera, 28045 Madrid, Madrid

Sat, Nov 21 · 12:00Free

Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor

Cuento y taller 'Color Azabache'

Matadero Madrid · Paseo de la Chopera 14, 28045 Madrid

Sat, Nov 21 · 17:00–18:30Free

Theatre & stage·Indoor

¡Abracadabra, bienvenidos al Colegio de poderes secretos!

Casa del Lector · 14 Paseo de la Chopera, 28045 Madrid, Madrid

Sat, Nov 21 · 17:00Free

Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor

¡Abracadabra, bienvenidos al Colegio de poderes secretos!

Matadero Madrid – Casa del Lector – Nube · Paseo de la Chopera 14, 28045 Madrid

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Tue, Nov 17 · 09:00Free

Science & tech·Ages 6+

Science Week 2026

A science event for the general public organised by the National Museum of Natural Sciences.

Calle de José Gutiérrez Abascal · Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales Calle José Gutierrez Abascal, 2, 28006 Madrid, Madrid

Sun, Nov 15Free

Festivals & markets·Outdoor

MAGNIFIQUE MADRID

A free French market with 30 exhibitors offering beauty, wellness, and crafts, open to everyone.

West Park Studios · 23 Calle de Irún, 28008 Madrid

Sun, Nov 15 · 17:00–22:00Free

Nightlife·Ages 18+·Indoor

Sunday Service

An adult Sunday afternoon event with cocktails, gildas, and disco music in the Reina Sofía Museum courtyard.

Nubel · Calle Argumosa, 43, 28012 Madrid

Sun, Nov 15 · 16:00–23:00Free

Nightlife·Ages 18+·Indoor

B-Side Sunday with Jow

A free DJ event at a bar exploring hip-hop, trip-hop, and soulful beats for an adult audience in Madrid.

Flat HiFi Bar · C. del Cardenal Cisneros, 10b, Chamberí, 28010, Madrid

Until Wed, Dec 9Free

Arts & crafts·Ages 16+·Indoor

Tapestry Exhibition 'Debajo de todo', by Raquel Lobo

An exhibition of large-format tapestries by Raquel Lobo building a visual narrative about the mythological mouros.

Matadero Madrid · Paseo de la Chopera 14, 28045 Madrid

Until Thu, Dec 31Free

Family·Outdoor

Changing of the Guard and Solemn Relief at the Royal Palace of Madrid

A free, open-air ceremonial changing of the guard with horses and period uniforms at the Royal Palace, ideal for families.

Royal Palace of Madrid · Calle de Bailén, s/n, 28013, Madrid

Until Fri, Dec 31, 2027Free

Games·Indoor

ABC ARCADE 2.0

An interactive space with classic 1980s arcade machines like Tetris and Bubble Bobble, free for all visitors.

ABC Serrano · Calle de Serrano, 61, 28006, Madrid

Sun, Nov 15Free

Arts & crafts·Ages 0–12·Indoor

Art in family

A new space for play, art and shared experimentation between children and adults with a dozen free activities.

Daoíz y Velarde Cultural Center · Calle de Daoíz y Velarde, 4, 28007, Madrid

Fri, Nov 20 · 09:00Free

Wellness

FORMACIÓN EN PILATES PARA EMBARAZO Y POSPARTO

C. de Agastia, 133 · 133 Calle de Agastia, 28043 Madrid, Madrid

🎨Arts & craftsGloria Fuertes Cultural Center
Mon, Nov 16Free

Arts & crafts·Ages 16+·Indoor

Exhibition: Open your Eyes. 'Self-harm and young people on social media'

An exhibition by Grupo COMKIDS at the Gloria Fuertes Cultural Centre addressing self-harm and youth on social media.

Gloria Fuertes Cultural Center · Avenida Logroño 179, 28042 Madrid

🎨Arts & craftsCentro Sociocultural Montecarmelo
Until Mon, Nov 16Free

Arts & crafts·Ages 6+·Indoor

Painting exhibition: Inner Blue. Blue Women

A painting exhibition by artist Bibiana Vicente 'BIBIVI' on display in the cloister, suitable for all audiences.

Centro Sociocultural Montecarmelo · Carretera M-607 Km 13 L-10, 28049 Madrid

🎨Arts & craftsQuinta del Berro – Rafael Altamira Cultural Centre
Until Tue, Nov 17Free

Arts & crafts·Ages 6+·Indoor

Painting / Watercolour Exhibition

An exhibition of artworks from an open-air painting contest, held in a cultural center for all audiences.

Quinta del Berro – Rafael Altamira Cultural Centre · Calle Enrique D'almonte 1, 28028 Madrid

What else is on this weekend

Quick answers

Free things to do in Madrid this week: what's on?
367 events (Nov 15 – 21) at 186 venues — 367 free and 82 suitable for kids. Highlights: MINCODE x ABYSS Techno Club, BOOK LAUNCH EVENT | Recoding Democracy by Ted Lechterman, Flamenco Show with Drink. Madrid.
Are there free events?
Yes, 367 of them are free, for example: MINCODE x ABYSS Techno Club, BOOK LAUNCH EVENT | Recoding Democracy by Ted Lechterman, Flamenco Show with Drink. Madrid.
Where does this information come from?
CityInEurope collects events every day from official venue websites and ticket sellers, removes duplicates and links every event to its official ticket or source page. Last updated: Nov 15, 20:53.

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The busiest day in Madrid is Saturday, November 21, with 86 events. Venues with the most listings: Iván de Vargas Municipal Public Library (Centro), Casa del Lector, Cerralbo Museum.