The Madrid Book Fair is one of the most prominent events in the literary world in Spain and will take place held from Friday, May 26 to Sunday, June 11 in the beautiful El Retiro Park. During these days, literature lovers will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a vibrant cultural environment and discover new literary works from a wide range of renowned authors. The fair will have with the participation of numerous writers, who will be...

May 2, 1808 is a crucial date in the history of Spain, as it marks the beginning of the War of Independence against the French occupation. In Madrid, this date is celebrated with great enthusiasm every year, remembering the heroism and sacrifice of the people of Madrid who fought against the French on that fateful day. In this blog article, we will explore the history of the Madrid Revolt of 1808 and how it is celebrated today. The historical...

Welcome to the celebration of San Isidro in Madrid! This is one of the most emblematic festivals in the city, celebrated every year in honor of the patron saint of Madrid, San Isidro Labrador. During these festivities, Madrid residents dress in regional costumes, sing, dance and enjoy a wide variety of activities in the most emblematic places in the city. The celebration of San Isidro takes place in the second half of May, and extends over...

Every year at midnight on December 31, the celebrity on duty kicks off one of the most widespread traditions in the national territory. A ritual that we carry out (each one in our own way, especially the smaller ones) to commemorate the end of one stage and the beginning of the next, convinced that the bad will go away. and good things will come. The 'Puerta del Sol' of Madrid One of the most symbolic places from where we are given the precise...

The Community of Madrid will have With a four-day long weekend in May - when Labor Day falls and the regional holiday on Monday and Tuesday -, the Immaculate Bridge, in December, will chain five -except for day 7 which will be working day - and the San José holiday will pass to Monday, March 20, as the 19th falls on a Sunday.  See calendar