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What To Do In Madrid This Weekend: 1-3 May 2026

A practical May Day weekend plan: tennis at Caja Magica, the first San Isidro bullfighting dates, elrow in Torrejon, spring exhibitions, food routes, and rain-proof ideas.

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Calendar

Upcoming and repeatable Madrid plans

Apr-MaySport

Mutua Madrid Open

25 Apr-11 May / La Caja Mágica

One of the world's premier clay-court tennis tournaments, with night sessions known for atmosphere.

MayFestival

Fiestas de San Isidro

8-17 May 2026 / Citywide

Madrid's defining local celebration, with the May 15 feast day, concerts, traditional dress, chotis, rosquillas, and Pradera de San Isidro plans.

May-JunCulture

Madrid Book Fair

29 May-14 Jun / Retiro Park

Hundreds of stands and author signings unfold through Retiro Park in one of Madrid's best-loved events.

Late JunFestival

Madrid Orgullo (MADO Pride)

26 Jun-5 Jul / Chueca and citywide

One of Europe's largest Pride celebrations, with concerts, cultural events, and the main parade.

JulMusic

Mad Cool Festival 2026

8-11 / Villaverde

A major summer music festival with global headliners, multiple stages, and a large international crowd.

Jul-AugCulture

Veranos de la Villa

All summer / Citywide

Madrid's official summer cultural programme across parks, theatres, cinemas, and public spaces.

Oct-NovMusic

JAZZMADRID

All season / Multiple venues

A citywide jazz season with large venues, intimate clubs, international artists, and free events.