Now that the markets, nativity scenes and Christmas trees are already placed, like every year, in their respective locations, this Thursday comes the turn of the long-awaited switching on of the Christmas lights, which will decorate the capital until the Feast of the Three Wise Men. In addition, this weekend you can also attend craft workshops with friends or spend an afternoon at the Plaza España ice rink with your family.
ABC offers you a selection of the best leisure activities from this Thursday 28 until next Sunday.
Thursday November 28
Turn on the lights
The switching on of the Christmas lights in Madrid takes place in the afternoon of this Thursday, November 28, with a grand opening at Puerta del Sol, like the previous year. These lights will illuminate the city until January 6, 2025, Three Kings Day.
Until December 15
A route through the meninas that decorate Madrid
As has been a tradition for six years, Velázquez’s Las Meninas return to the streets of the capital. This edition highlights the creativity of the members of Hombres G, the singers Chenoa and the Venezuelan Karina, the journalist Susanna Griso, the chef Cristina Oria and the businesswoman Paloma Cuevas in the 30 pieces on display.
Some of the meninas on display in the streets of Madrid
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Where: In Centro, Chamartín, Chamberí, Moncloa-Aravaca and Salamanca
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When: Until December 15
Until December 1st
Madrid craft fair begins
Madrid Craft Week 250 craft, art, fashion and gastronomy companies from the capital will participate.
Madrid Craft Week Craft Workshop
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where: Palace of Fernán Núñez
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When: November 21 to December 1
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View all workshops and exhibitions here
Until December 1st
Discover 15th-century manuscripts, maps and books in In-Folio
More than 20 old bookstores from Spain, France, Britain and Germany, among others, are coming to the Carlos de Antwerp Foundation in Madrid. From this Thursday and until Sunday, a rigorous selection of manuscripts, engravings, maps and atlases from the 15th to the 20th century will be exhibited in the capital.
Old books on display at the In-Folio show
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Where: Carlos de Antwerp Foundation (99 rue Claudio Coello)
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When: Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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Price: Free
Since November 23
The Plaza España Christmas market returns
La Navideña, the Christmas market in Plaza de España, arrives again at Christmas and offers a wide range of activities for the whole family. A 450 square meter natural ice rink, craft and food stalls, as well as experiential theater and circus shows will be available to discover from November 23 to January 6, 2025.
Plaza España ice rink
Until January 6
Visit the largest Christmas park in Spain
Until Three Kings Day, Torrejón de Ardoz becomes the capital of Christmas. This Madrid city’s exhibition center will host a theme park with light and sound shows, the largest life-size nativity scene in Spain and musical performances for more than a month.
Magical Christmas attractions, Torrejón de Ardoz theme park
From December 22 to January 4
The new Christmas edition of Circo Price begins
After the success achieved two years ago with The Five Friends, Lola González and Bob Niko return this Christmas to the Teatro Circo Price with the continuation of their previous show entitled: The Return of the Five Friends.
Until December 14
Visit Guadarrama aboard Felipe II’s historic train
The historic Felipe II train has been restored so that the public can once again see a 20th century locomotive in motion. The route would pass through the Sierra de Guadarrama until reaching El Escorial. It’s not just the finishes that will transport travelers to another era: even the drivers will be dressed in period uniforms.
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Where: Príncipe Pío Station at 10:20 a.m.
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When: Until December 14
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Price: From 12.60 euros
Until January 12
The Berlin Wall. A divided world
More than 300 original objects, videos and real testimonies from those who lived on both sides of the wall for almost three decades, from 1961 to 1989. The Castellana 214 room, at the Fundación Canal, hosts the first large-scale traveling exhibition on the Berlin Wall. Wall .
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Where: Sala Castellana 214, at Fundación Canal
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When: Monday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (closed Tuesday)
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Price: From 12.60 euros
From November 15
Exhibition of the Marvel universe at Ifema
The official exhibit celebrates 85 years of the Marvel Universe, from comic book illustrations to the biggest-grossing films on the big screen. The exhibition traces Marvel’s 85-year history, bringing together more than 200 original pieces, many of which are exclusive and iconic. The pavilion is divided into immersive and interactive galleries where you can explore in-depth the history of iconic superheroes such as Spider-Man and Captain Marvel.
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Where: Iféma
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When: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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Price: From 16.90 euros
This is the selection of packages that ABC offers you for these days in the capital.
