Time to break out your biggest pair of sunglasses and your trendiest threads as Madrid celebrates Fashion Week. Brought to you by IFEMA the celebration will run through the 23rd of February showcasing the new Fall and Winter collections of more than 50 of Spain´s best fashion designers. In addition to the presentation of the collections from the big name designers, there will be a special showroom named EL EGO with clothing available for purchase from 30 young designers open to the public every day. For all of the info go here.
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As most of you know this weekend is Carnaval and while most of us couldn’t make it to Brazil or even Cadiz, Madrid still knows how to party. Starting on February 12th will be the return of REC, Madrid’s electronic and audiovisual celebration of Carnaval. The event features all-star DJs from around the world and some of the most impressive lighting work you have ever seen. This year marks the fifth anniversary of the event and is sure to be the most extravagant yet. For all the info go here.
Some Carnaval events in the area include:
Circulo de Bellas Artes: CBA is once again putting on their annual celebration of Carnaval with this years theme being “Black & White.” There will be tons of live music and DJ sets and this year the party has been put together by the famous Madrileño artist Ceesepe, for all of the info go here.
Joy Eslava: One of Madrid’s classic nightlife outposts is putting on yet another can’t miss party, go here and print off the flyer for specials on drinks and cover charge.
Independance Club: One of Madrid’s best alternative music scenes is giving away door gifts, holding a costume contest, and bringing in one of Spain’s most well known DJs. To check it out go here.
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From February 4th – 6th IFEMA hosts Madrid’s International Fashion Week. This is one of the most well-known female fashion exhibitions in the country and it happens twice a year. On the catwalk expect to see different fashions from underwear to club clothes, for all sizes. The cost to get in is 30 euros, but if you register early it’s cheaper! For more information click here.
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We know sitting in front of your computer each night searching for the best vacation spot is exciting, but on January 23rd and 24th step away from your screen and swing by the international tourism fair at IFEMA! Here you’ll find all you ever need and want to know about any vacation destination. without having to wait for a page to load. We aren’t kidding. Gather information on exotic islands, bustling cities, or whatever it is you are looking for. For more information click here.
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So you’re in Madrid for New Years Eve and need to find the perfect party to attend. Well, MAP has done a little homework and here are some of the top party spots to ring in the New Year. These parties happen after eating the obligatory twelve grapes in Sol!
Circulo de Bellas Artes is putting on a big time bash for the New Year. This is one of the best venues in Madrid and should attract a good mix of international partygoers. Also, if you know the Madrid bar scene and want to avoid crammed, tiny smoke filled bars this might be one of the best options. For more info go here.
Looking for a low-key lounge in the Embajadores area to ring in the year then head on over to The Monkey. The 16 euros cover includes two cocktails, and isn’t such a hefty pricetag for a night out on New Years. For all the details click here.
Does funky dance music sound like your idea of fun for New Years? Then head over to Siroco for a head-bopping good time with DJs Bon and EM. The cover is 20 euros and includes two drinks. For more info go here.
If you’re looking to put on your best threads and spend New Years like a movie star, any of these classic Madrid clubs will suit your needs: La Riviera and Joy Eslava are offering open bars for 75 euros; and the always packed Pacha has a cover of 45 euros that get you two drinks for free!
Tickets for some of these parties can be found either on entradas.com and ticketmaster.es, but www.nocheviejamadrid.com offers discounts and a complete list of all the parties around Madrid.
Happy New Year from MAPMagazine! We hope you have a wonderful 2010!!
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From December 12th to the 20th check out the XV Gospel Festival at Does Recintos de Madrid. The line up includes: The Black Heritage Choir, The Georgia Mass Choir, Amen Gospel Choir, The Gay Family Gospel Experience, Gospel Generation Singleton, and the Gospel Living Water Choir. For tickets click here.
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Primavera Club is the precursor to the big independent music festival, Primavera Sound, in Barcelona next spring and it will be kicking-off Wednesday, December 9th, with an impressive list of musicians. The event encompasses four days (Wed-Sat) of music. Some of the highlights include: Natalie Portman’s boy-toy/psych-rocker Devendra Banhart, Strokes solo-project Little Joy, The Pastels, Deer Tick, Beach House, newly hyped, Pitchfork-endorsed bands like Neon Indian and Cymbals Eat Guitars, folksy stuff like Port O’Brien and Marissa Nadler, and much more. Unfortunately you can’t see everyone so for all of the ticket, time and venue info as well as a listen to some of their music head here.
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From now through the 28th of November get out and take part in the 16th edition of Madrid’s independent film festival, CineMad. This year one of the highlights will pay homage to the recently deceased legendary actor David Carradine, with presentations of classic episodes of Kung Fu. Also there will be a series dedicated to Jim Jarmusch including: Permanent Vacation, Mystery Train, and Stanger Than Paradise. All will be presented at Bellas Artes on November 28th. There will also be a series focusing on Rock and Roll, Brazilian films and much more. For all of the info go here.
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Starting November 6th get out and take part in the 39th edition of the film festival ALCINE, located within the Comunidad de Madrid just a short cercanias train or bus ride away in Alcalá de Henares. This is a long standing Spanish film festival, which is sometimes overlooked because it focuses on short films; however some of the biggest names in film such as Alejandro Amenábar and Isabel Coixet have participated in the competition previously and both now have big-time movies currently playing in theatres, Agora and Mapa de los sonidos de Tokyo respectively. This is a really great opportunity to get outside of Madrid’s center and discover a hidden treasure in Alcalá de Henares as well as to enjoy short films from future Hollywood directors before they make it big. The festival will run through the 14th of November, but the opening weekend should be the highlight, for all of the info go here.
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La Semana de la Ciencia is almost here! From the 9th to the 22nd of November there will be events held throughout the Community of Madrid. The goal is to stimulate an interest and curiosity in the field. For more information click here.
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