What's on in Madrid from January to March 2027

What's on in Madrid from January to March 2027?

Your list of things to do in Madrid begins before the main trade-fair season, with the Three Kings Parade on 5 January, and continues through Holy Week at the end of March.

• On 5 January, the Cabalgata de Reyes travels from Plaza de San Juan de la Cruz and Nuevos Ministerios along Paseo de la Castellana, finishing at Plaza de Cibeles. Admission is free.
• FITUR Madrid takes place at IFEMA from 20 to 24 January, bringing its regional and travel-industry areas to 11 exhibition halls.
• Madrid Fusión 2027 runs from 1 to 3 February in halls 12 and 14 at IFEMA MADRID.
• Carnival Madrid takes place from 6 to 10 February, with free events at Matadero Madrid and Madrid Río Park.
• ARCOmadrid 2027 is scheduled at IFEMA from 3 to 7 March.
• Semana Santa runs from 19 to 28 March, ending on Easter Sunday with a tamborrada drum parade in Plaza Mayor.

These dates leave room to combine a business visit with city events. Each organiser publishes its programme and admission details closer to the date.

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How do you get to IFEMA for FITUR, Madrid Fusión and ARCOmadrid?

Walk from Atipico Madrid to Manuel Becerra Metro, which is 3 minutes away, then take line 6 to Nuevos Ministerios. Change there to line 8 and leave the train at Feria de Madrid, the station serving IFEMA.

Check the live Metro service before setting out, especially on event mornings.

For FITUR 2027, 20 to 22 January are reserved for professional visitors from 10:00 to 19:00. The fair opens to both professionals and the public on 23 January from 10:00 to 20:00 and on 24 January from 10:00 to 18:00.

Madrid Fusión occupies halls 12 and 14 from 1 to 3 February. If you are visiting without professional accreditation, check the latest general ticket categories and access terms before travelling.

ARCOmadrid follows at the same IFEMA complex from 3 to 7 March, reached via the same Feria de Madrid stop on line 8.

If you are searching for a hotel near IFEMA, focus on the route as well as the map. Atipico connects to the exhibition centre through Manuel Becerra, line 6 and one change to line 8.

Plan your stay around IFEMA events

Carnaval, the Three Kings and Semana Santa

The Cabalgata de Reyes opens the season on 5 January. Its route begins at Plaza de San Juan de la Cruz and Nuevos Ministerios, continues along Paseo de la Castellana through Plaza del Doctor Gregorio Marañón, Glorieta de Emilio Castelar and Plaza de Colón, then follows Paseo de Recoletos to Plaza de Cibeles.

Madrid's Carnaval runs from 6 to 10 February, with free admission to its events at Matadero Madrid and Madrid Río Park. The main parade is expected to take place on 6 February, travelling from Puente de Toledo to Explanada Negra in Madrid Río Park.

The Entierro de la Sardina closes the carnival on 10 February, accompanied by Giants and Big Heads. Check times in the Madrid Carnaval information closer to your visit.

Semana Santa begins on 19 March and continues until 28 March. The programme includes organ music at San Ginés Church, a Municipal Symphonic Band concert at Almudena Cathedral, saetas sung from balconies in the historic centre and a route devoted to Easter sweets.

On Easter Sunday, 28 March, the celebrations conclude with a tamborrada in Plaza Mayor, described as the sound of 100 drums.

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Concerts and evenings close to the hotel

Movistar Arena, formerly known as WiZink Center and Palacio de Deportes, is a 15-minute walk from Atipico Madrid. Two concerts are booked for January: Warcry presents its XXV Aniversario show on 9 January, while Muse performs on 19 and 20 January.

The Las Ventas bullring is closer, at 11 minutes on foot.

After an exhibition day or concert, you can return to Atipico's rooftop terrace, open-air patio, dedicated workspaces or one of the two shared kitchens. The kitchens are on the first and eighth floors, while the rooftop is on the top floor. The front desk is open 24 hours and can tell you the day's opening times.

The hotel also has a gym, laundry room, restaurant and bar, followed by a choice of rooms at Atipico Madrid.

FAQ

When is FITUR 2027 and is it open to the public?

FITUR 2027 runs from 20 to 24 January at IFEMA MADRID. The professional-only days are 20 to 22 January, from 10:00 to 19:00. Public visitors can attend alongside professionals on 23 January from 10:00 to 20:00 and 24 January from 10:00 to 18:00.

How do I get from the hotel to IFEMA?

Walk for 3 minutes to Manuel Becerra Metro and board line 6 towards Nuevos Ministerios. At Nuevos Ministerios, transfer to line 8 and continue to Feria de Madrid, which serves IFEMA. Check live Metro information before departure.

When is Carnival in Madrid 2027?

Madrid Carnaval takes place from 6 to 10 February 2027. Events have free admission and are held at Matadero Madrid and Madrid Río Park. The main parade is expected on 6 February, while the Entierro de la Sardina closes the celebrations on 10 February.

When is ARCOmadrid 2027?

ARCOmadrid runs from 3 to 7 March 2027 at IFEMA MADRID, Avenida del Partenón 5. Feria de Madrid on Metro line 8 is the listed station for the venue.

Where should I stay for FITUR?

Atipico Madrid gives you a direct starting point for the Metro route to IFEMA. Manuel Becerra is 3 minutes away on foot, and line 6 connects there with line 8 at Nuevos Ministerios. The hotel also has a front desk operating daily, 24 hours a day, which can help when your fair schedule starts early or finishes late.

What concerts are near the hotel?

Movistar Arena, the venue previously known as WiZink Center, is 15 minutes from the hotel on foot. January concerts include Warcry on 9 January and Muse on both 19 and 20 January 2027.