What to Do During the Week & the Weekend in Buenos Aires

On July 27, France's signature dessert gets its own international celebration, and Buenos Aires is marking the occasion with versions to suit every taste. At L'Atelier Bistró, the focus is on the timeless recipe, made with vanilla and paired with late-harvest Torrontés wine, while Merienda gives it an Argentine twist by infusing the custard with yerba mate. At Mondongo & Coliflor, it's served with homemade strawberry jam in a setting inspired by classic Buenos Aires cantinas, and Gontran Cherrier transforms it into a flaky puff pastry version that's meant to be eaten by hand.

At La Pescadorita, the crème brûlée is made with Chimbote dulce de leche and coconut milk, Casa Planes adds an extra-crispy double brûlée topping, and Villegas Resto brings its dulce de leche version to Puerto Madero. Sendero embraces winter with citrus, chocolate, and almonds, Croque Madame serves the dessert inside the majestic Palacio Paz, and Granero pairs it with artisanal ice cream and preserved lemon. Del Río Cantina finishes it with a hint of orange, while Enero Restaurant serves it alongside a coffee macaron. The one thing they all have in common: the satisfying ritual of cracking through the caramelized top to reveal the silky custard underneath.

Good to know: In French, crème brûlée literally means "burnt cream," referring to the caramelized sugar crust created with a kitchen torch, the hallmark that makes this dessert so distinctive.

Where: Various cafés and restaurants across Buenos Aires.

The former home of writer Enrique Larreta, in the Belgrano neighborhood, is hosting a full week of family-friendly activities during the winter holidays. On Monday, July 27, from 4pm to 5:30pm, Children's Corner invites kids to get lost in a maze of songs during Labyrinths, Minotaurs and Enchanted Gardens, an interactive workshop inspired by myths and storytelling. On Wednesday, July 29, at the same time, families can discover the history of Spanish playing cards through a special guided visit.

On July 30, the museum hosts a comedy workshop that explores its galleries through laughter, while on Friday, July 31, at 5:30pm, the group Peripleras presents Caracoles, a musical storytelling performance about friendship, solidarity, and teamwork. All activities are included with museum admission.

Good to know: General admission is AR$10,000. Argentine residents and foreign residents with a national ID (DNI) pay AR$2,000. Admission is free on Wednesdays for Argentine residents only. Children under 12, retirees, and university students enter free every day.

Where: Avenida Juramento 2291.

Children's music sensation Chingalepa, from Pilar, is coming to Buenos Aires to celebrate a major milestone: more than one million YouTube subscribers and 330 million views. The group arrives with Soplaré Soplaré, a live show that combines music, storytelling, theatrical games, and dance, inviting children and adults alike to become part of the performance.

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The repertoire explores Argentine and Latin American folk music through both traditional and unconventional instruments. The show's highlight is the song that gives it its name, inspired by the classic tale of The Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf, one of the videos that helped turn the group into a viral phenomenon.

There are three performances to choose from:

• Monday, July 27, 4pm at Teatro Picadilly.
• Wednesday, July 29, 5pm at Teatro Metro in La Plata.
• Thursday, July 30, 5pm at Teatro Devoto.

Good to know: Tickets for Teatro Picadilly are available through this link; tickets for Teatro Metro through this link; and tickets for Teatro Devoto through this link.

Where: Avenida Corrientes 1524;  Calle 4 entre 51 y 53, La Plata; Avenida Lincoln 3815.

Fifty years after his death, Sala Lugones is paying tribute to Fritz Lang, one of the great masters of German Expressionism, with a film series bringing together three of his most iconic works—all united by the letter "M." The program features M, Metropolis, and The Testament of Dr. Mabuse, all screened in newly restored prints specially brought from Germany. The retrospective is organized in collaboration with Goethe-Institut Buenos Aires and the Fundación Cinemateca Argentina.

From July 28 to August 2, audiences can immerse themselves in Lang's morally complex and unsettling universe, where heroes live on society's margins and authority figures are rarely the good guys. It's a rare opportunity to experience three landmark films of cinema history on the big screen and in beautifully restored versions.

Good to know: Tickets are available through this link or at the Teatro San Martín box office.

Where: Av. Corrientes 1530.

Time is running out to step into the magical world of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion. Based on L. Frank Baum's classic story, with an adaptation by Marisé Monteiro, direction by Sebastián Irigo, and music by Ángel Mahler and Martín Bianchedi, this production at Teatro Cervantes presents a Wizard of Oz without superheroes or saviors—just imperfect characters who find strength through love, honesty, and one another.

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Featuring a cast of fourteen actors led by Albana Fuentes, choreography by Vanesa García Millán, and a six-piece live band performing on stage, the production wraps up its run from July 29 to August 2 at the María Guerrero Hall.

Good to know: Tickets are available through this link.

Where: Libertad 815.

Looking for a different kind of winter break activity? Museo del Cine is hosting a week of family-friendly screenings featuring films that are hard to find anywhere else.

On Wednesday, July 29, at 4pm, the museum presents Memories of a World-Famous Hunter (1987), a Hungarian puppet film about an elderly hunter celebrating his seventieth birthday surrounded by animals from across the globe. On July 31 and August 2, also at 4pm, audiences can enjoy College (1927), Buster Keaton's silent comedy about a brilliant student who takes up sports in an attempt to win back the girl he loves.

On August 1, also at 4pm, the program continues with Time Masters (1982), a French-Hungarian animated adventure following a young boy pursued by giant wasps while an aging adventurer races to rescue him. All screenings are included with museum admission and offer children the chance to discover films they are unlikely to see anywhere else.

Good to know: General admission is AR$10,000. Argentine residents and foreign residents with a national ID (DNI) pay AR$2,000. Admission is free on Wednesdays for Argentine residents only. Children under 12, retirees, and university students enter free every day.

Where: Agustín R. Caffarena 51.

This Villa Pueyrredón pizzeria, known for its naturally leavened pizzas baked in a wood-fired oven, is bringing back five of the most beloved dishes from its history throughout July. The "Greatest Hits" selection includes a slow-cooked flank steak sandwich served on pizza dough with chimichurri and mozzarella, a carbonara pizza topped with crispy pancetta, the Palmitos pizza with baked egg and sriracha aioli, the original Panchopizza with German sausage and pesto, and an avocado pizza with cream, tomato, and dill.

There are only a few days left to try them: the special menu is available Tuesday through Thursday from 8pm, and July 28 to 30 marks the final week.

Good to know: The pizzeria was a Villa Pueyrredón landmark during the 1990s and reopened in 2024 while preserving many of the original venue's historic details.

Where: Nazca 4301.

Indie pop band Isla Mujeres returns to the stage for a special farewell performance of their album Barato Ideal before fully turning their attention to new material. The concert looks back on this chapter of the band's career while offering a glimpse of the fresh sound and new lineup to come. The show takes place on Thursday, July 30, at 7pm.

The performance is part of Edición Limitada, a concert series curated by Rodrigo Piedra, editorial director of Indie Hoy, which brings together some of the most distinctive voices in indie, psychedelia, shoegaze, and contemporary reinterpretations of Argentine musical traditions every Thursday between June and August.

Good to know: Admission is free. Up to two tickets per person can be picked up starting one hour before the performance at the Information Desk (first floor).

Where: Viamonte 525.

Composer Nico Sorín continues touring with his tribute to Astor Piazzolla, reimagining the legendary composer's work through an electronic ensemble that blends multiple genres with the energy of rock. The repertoire is based on Piazzolla's historic 1977 concert at the Olympia in Paris and features classics including Libertango, Meditango, Zita, Adiós Nonino, and Violentango.

The performance arrives at Niceto Club on July 30, featuring arrangements built from original transcriptions created by Sorín himself.

Good to know: Tickets are available through this link.

Where: Coronel Niceto Vega 5510.

After sharing the stage in productions such as Estás que te pelas, Sputza, and Pura Sangre, Griselda Siciliani and Carlos Casella reunite on July 30 at La Trastienda with a brand-new show that showcases the stage chemistry they've built over the years. BOÎTE is an emotionally charged performance that moves through comedy, sensuality, drama, and celebration, combining different musical styles and theatrical moods into an unpredictable and captivating journey.

The title is no coincidence. In the 1970s, a boîte was more than just a nightclub—it was a place of glamour, seduction, mystery, and spectacle, where being seen mattered just as much as getting in. That spirit runs through the entire production, which revives the aesthetics of classic cabaret and transforms them into a vibrant contemporary experience.

Good to know: Tickets are available through this link.

Where: Balcarce 460.