The Gran Prix de Peñas Returns to Galapagar on September 11 with Free Entry
On September 11, the Galapagar Bullring hosts the Gran Prix de Peñas, with free entry, six challenges, and prizes for the top three teams.
Las Vistillas and La Latina kick off the 2026 Paloma Festival
Madrid celebrates the Virgin of the Paloma festival with concerts and events in Las Vistillas and La Latina starting this Thursday.
La Latina closes the Castilian summer with Celtas Cortos, Depol and Miss Caffeina
From August 13 to 16, La Latina celebrates the Virgen de la Paloma festival with Celtas Cortos, Depol and Miss Caffeina, plus processions and contests.
Arganda increases investment in Police and Civil Protection materials by 118%
Arganda del Rey will allocate €115,000 in 2026 for Local Police and Civil Protection gear, a 118% increase from last year.
Galapagar Kicks Off Its Patron Saint Festivities with Tournaments and Sports in August
Galapagar starts its Pre-Festivities on August 17 with the I Rummi Tournament, followed by parchís, tennis, and card championships.
The Community of Madrid will fund Marta Minujín's exhibition at the Reina Sofía
The Community of Madrid will contribute €150,000 to the Reina Sofía for the exhibition 'La Menesunda according to Marta Minujín', opening on 17 November 2026.
Madrid to fund six startups for NATO innovation forum in Turkey
The Community of Madrid will fund six regional startups' participation in NATO Edge 2026, taking place in Turkey in November.
Móstoles Hosts the 20th Edition of the 24 Hours of Masterslot 2026
Over 200 drivers from 40 European teams compete today in Móstoles in the largest European slot endurance race, starting Saturday at 10:00.
General. The zarzuela that immortalises the Verbena de la Paloma turns 132 years old
The zarzuela 'La verbena de la Paloma', premiered in 1894, portrays the traditional Madrid of La Latina and Lavapiés and remains a symbol of the August 15 festivities.
General. August of Free Concerts in Madrid: Celtas Cortos, Miss Caffeina and More
The San Cayetano, San Lorenzo, and La Paloma festivals feature free concerts in central Madrid throughout August, headlined by Celtas Cortos and Miss Caffeina.
General. La Verbena de la Paloma returns to Gran Vía with its traditional August production
The Fernández de Sevilla company debuts its version of 'La verbena de la Paloma' at Teatro Gran Vía, featuring 25 characters and a two-hour show.
Other. The Fiestas de la Paloma 2026 fill La Latina with chotis and concerts
From August 12 to 15, La Latina celebrates the Fiestas de la Paloma 2026 with concerts by Rosario, Kiko Veneno, and Cariño, chulapos contests, and the Virgin's image descent.
Lozoyuela. Madrid becomes a popular prosecution for the first time in a forest fire case
The Community of Madrid acts as a popular prosecution in the Lozoyuela fire, with the detainee held in provisional custody without bail.
Arganda del Rey. Arganda to distribute 1,500 approved glasses for the eclipse on August 12
The Arganda Town Hall will distribute over 1,500 free approved glasses for the solar eclipse on August 12. Collection starts Saturday.
Galapagar. Isabel Aaiún to perform for free at the Galapagar festivities on September 11
Isabel Aaiún, the performer of 'Potra Salvaje', will give a free concert on September 11 at 22:30 in Galapagar's Constitution Square.
Boadilla del Monte allocated 11 million to aid and tax benefits in 2025
Boadilla del Monte allocated €11,077,000 in 2025 to direct aid and tax benefits, focusing on education and property taxes.
Pozuelo de Alarcón. Hey Kid and Inazio headline 'La Gran Noche del Indie' at the Pozuelo Festival
Hey Kid and Inazio headline 'La Gran Noche del Indie' at the Pozuelo de Alarcón festival, running from September 5 to 13. Tickets are on sale for residents.
Boadilla del Monte. Boadilla Sets Record at the Youth Centre: 17,142 Attendees in One Year
Boadilla del Monte's Youth Centre records a historic milestone: 17,142 participants in 125 activities from June 2025 to June 2026, with 100% online registration.
Aranjuez to Begin Resurfacing Works on World Heritage Street on August 12
Aranjuez will start repairs and resurfacing of World Heritage Street from August 12, as part of the urban development around the future La Montaña shopping park.
San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Lavapiés celebrates San Lorenzo with four days of festivities and music
Lavapiés celebrates San Lorenzo from August 8 to 11 with concerts, a procession, and family activities in Arturo Barea square.
San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Escena Escorial: the Sierra is filled with culture from 28 August to 19 September
The Community of Madrid launches Escena Escorial, an international performing arts festival in San Lorenzo de El Escorial from 28 August to 19 September, led by Alondra de la Parra.
San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Paloma Miravet inaugurates the San Cayetano, San Lorenzo and La Paloma festivities
Paloma Miravet, head of SAMUR-Civil Protection, has inaugurated the San Cayetano, San Lorenzo and La Paloma festivities with a speech on community solidarity.
San Lorenzo de El Escorial. 72 free legal consultations for fire victims in Sierra Oeste
The Community of Madrid has provided 72 free legal consultations to fire victims in Sierra Oeste, with 20 in San Lorenzo and 52 in Navalcarnero.
Other. Berta Lutz, the feminist who achieved equality at the UN
On her 132nd anniversary, we remember Berta Lutz, the Brazilian naturalist and politician who pushed for equal rights in the UN Charter.