What to do this week in Buenos Aires

This week is marked by the beginning of one of the most important cultural events in the country. From Thursday, April 23, to May 12, La Rural will host the 49th edition of the Buenos Aires Book Fair.

There will be more than 45,000 square meters of exhibitions, talks, and stands to shop. On Thursday, starting at 6 PM, the opening ceremony will be held with writer Juan Sasturain. You can consult the full schedule day by day through this link.

The tip: tickets can be purchased here (or at the box office starting Thursday, April 24) and range from $5,000 to $8,000. With the purchase, the person will receive an $8,000 "book check" to use after the fair at participating bookstores. If you want to do some sightseeing along the way, we also share some must-see spots in Buenos Aires here.

Where: La Rural, Av. Sarmiento 2704, Palermo.

This plan consists of watching an independent play while exploring one of Buenos Aires’ most beautiful Andalusian gardens. The Enrique Larreta Museum of Spanish Art will be the venue for "El concurso," a play written and directed by Felipe Villanueva.

The plot centers on the life of a carpenter who wrote a short story and was chosen as a "masterpiece." It is a constant dialogue between both crafts and the life of this character, who has two tireless passions. Those who can’t attend this Monday will have a final opportunity on April 28.

The tip: tickets are available here.

Where: Museo Larreta, Av. Juramento 2291, Belgrano.

Gustavo Ibacache, Carla Vazzana, and Diego Tejedor leave the Teatro Colón to present a show at Sello Austral, a wine bar and space for gastronomic experiences in Retiro. The three musicians from the Orquesta Estable will perform a show featuring three instruments: piano, violin, and horn.

With your reservation, you’ll receive a glass of wine from the Dante Robino winery, and during the show, you can check the menu and enjoy some delicious food while watching the performance.

The tip: the price per person is $20,000, and tickets can be obtained here.

Where: Reconquista 1038, Retiro.

The National University of the Arts (UNA) celebrates the fifth edition of FAUNA, its biennial festival, which this year marks 10 years. It is an experience that brings together various artistic languages in one event.

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This year, the program will feature a total of 145 productions selected by a committee of 48 artist-teachers from various departments of the university.

The event takes place at different locations in the La Boca neighborhood, so visitors can explore them on foot, with the UNA Center for Production and Diffusion of the Arts – located at Agustín R. Caffarena 72 – as the festival's central hub.

The tip: entry to all spaces is free and open to the public.

Where: Centro de Producción y Difusión de las Artes de la UNA, Caffarena 72; Paseo de las Artes "Pedro de Mendoza", Av. Pedro de Mendoza 750; Museo del Cine "Pablo Ducrós Hicken", Agustín R. Caffarena 51; Usina del Arte, Agustín R. Caffarena 1; El Galpón de Catalinas, Benito Pérez Galdós 93; Espacio de Arte Caffarena 86, Agustín R. Caffarena 86.

As part of the celebration of World Malbec Day, which took place on April 17, La Malbequería continues the festivities and has organized a special tasting curated by renowned sommelier Fabricio Portelli and Valeria Juaires.

This Thursday, from 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM, visitors will be able to taste Malbec wines from over 30 wineries from various regions of the country and different production styles, showcasing the versatility and potential of this variety in Argentine soil. There will also be exquisite dishes to pair and enjoy.

The tip: space is limited, and you can sign up by sending a WhatsApp message to +54 11 3943-1734. Confirmation of attendance is mandatory.

Where: Gurruchaga 1406, Palermo, Buenos Aires.

A musical comedy that will have you singing and dancing when you leave the theater is how this play, which opens at Teatro Maipo on Thursday, April 24, at 9:00 PM, is described.

Written in a comedic tone with an authentically Porteño language, the play humorously and ironically reflects the story of a family made up of ten very unique and fun women of various ages and personalities, who gather on December 31 to celebrate the new year. The play, written and directed by Lali Vidal and Fede Fedele, will be performed every Thursday and Sunday.

The tip: tickets can be obtained here.

Where: Teatro Maipo, Esmeralda 443.

For one night only, the play starring Germán Rodríguez will be performed on Friday at 8:15 PM, benefiting the Theater School of Bahía Blanca affected by flooding.

This play, which premiered this year and is directed by Francisco Estrada, weaves themes such as ambition, politics, and memory. It is a fast-paced solo performance that lasts about 60 minutes.

The tip: tickets can be obtained via Alternativa Teatral. The play is presented weekly on Saturdays at 8:45 PM.

Where: El Camarín de las Musas, Mario Bravo 960.

Based in Berlin, Lucio Capece arrives in Buenos Aires to give an unmissable performance in the 8-channel hall of the Musical Research and Production Laboratory (LIPM) at the Centro Cultural Recoleta. The event will be held this Friday from 7:00 PM.

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The concert will include solo improvisation (slide saxophone, mini speakers, retainer pedals, and Miku stomp) and the interpretation of his electroacoustic piece New Hemispheres Ratios, based on sounds from cello and bass clarinet with Isla S2400 sampler, 8-channel diffusion, sinusoidal and sawtooth waves, and pulses.

The tip: entry is free.

Where: Centro Cultural Recoleta, Junín 1930.

From Friday, April 11, to Saturday, April 26, the 14th edition of this festival will take place, which aims to pay tribute to the renowned playwright.

The schedule is packed and includes theater performances, workshops, live readings, and projections. This year, particular attention will be given to the author's three most famous tragedies: Hamlet, Macbeth, and King Lear. You can check the full schedule here. The event will be held at various venues, with the British Arts Centre being the main hub.

The tip: tickets are free, but you can reserve your spot for each activity through Eventbrite.

Where: British Arts Centre, Suipacha 1333.

Every Friday and Sunday in April, an immersive room based on The Little Prince will be available at Palacio Libertad.

With 360° projections and surround sound, the animations and music of this proposal immerse us in a universe where the character created by Saint-Exupéry comes to life.

The tip: the activity is free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. It is available on Fridays and Sundays from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Where: Palacio Libertad, Sarmiento 151.