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

On July 20, Afters BA24 is hosting a Friend's Day event in Villa Devoto, designed to bring people together, encourage them to linger a little longer after work and experience Buenos Aires nightlife in a different way. The event combines culture, gastronomy and public space, using music as the perfect excuse to get together.

To dance and beat the cold, there will be two DJ sessions: Miss Jeanette will perform from 5pm to 7.30pm, followed by a back-to-back set from Fran Ramirez and UltraVerónika from 7.30pm to 10pm. Local restaurants and bars will also join in with extended opening hours and special promotions to accompany the celebration.

And here's another date to save: on Wednesday, July 22, from 6pm, the event returns in Belgrano. This second edition of the series will be dedicated to electronic music, featuring DJs from the local scene providing the soundtrack to sunset in the city.

The details: Admission is free.

Where: Fernández de Enciso & Asunción, Villa Devoto; Blanco Encalada 1807, Belgrano.

Friendship is celebrated all week long, with options for every taste. At Casa Dingo, Friend's Day is marked with a special brunch under the slogan "For good friends and slow mornings." On both July 20 and the previous weekend, groups of two or more can enjoy a package that includes 90 minutes of unlimited mimosas, Bloody Marys and filter coffee, plus a brekky to complete the experience.

If sharing sushi is your plan, FABRIC is offering a 35% discount from July 18 to 19 for Santander Río Black and Platinum cardholders to celebrate Friend's Day. Meanwhile, Dragón Blanco will feature DJs, drink specials and, on July 20, a complimentary glass of sparkling wine to toast to friendship.

If you prefer something more classic, La Parolaccia is launching a special menu to share with friends, available from July 20 to 26 at both lunch and dinner. Guests can choose a three-course meal featuring starters, mains and traditional Italian-Mediterranean desserts, plus a welcome aperitif, wine, coffee and a glass of limoncello to finish on a high note.

And if cocktails are more your thing, Punto Mona joins the celebrations from July 22 to 26 with guest DJs every night. The highlight comes on July 23 with a new edition of Mona's Friends Club, bringing together behind the bar bartenders, brand ambassadors, food consultants and owners of some of Buenos Aires' most renowned bars. Each guest will prepare their own creations alongside Mona Gallosi, offering a collaborative experience accompanied by the venue's food menu and signature cocktail list.

The details: To book Casa Dingo, click this link; for La Parolaccia, click this link; and for Punto Mona, click this link.

Where: Armenia 1908, Palermo (Casa Dingo); Fraga 93, Chacarita (Punto Mona); Echeverría 1665, Belgrano – Unit 101 –; and all FABRIC and La Parolaccia locations.

For one day, MALBA transforms into a giant library where visitors can browse, read, write and chat with fellow readers. There will be workshops for children, a specially curated lending library, a post office where visitors can send letters anywhere in the country for free, and an exhibition of fanzines and independent publications from Argentina, Chile and Mexico.

The event takes place on July 21 from 3pm to 9pm. Highlights include a talk by Diego Golombek on the science of sleep for the whole family, performative readings and a musical finale by Leo García, who will perform Mar, his most iconic album produced by Gustavo Cerati, live to mark the 25th anniversary of its release.

The details: Admission is free until capacity is reached; you can see the full programme at this link.

Where: Av. Pres. Figueroa Alcorta 3415, Palermo.

The Hotel de Inmigrantes is hosting a programme designed for children and families, featuring guided tours, workshops and exhibitions exploring memory, migration and play.

From July 22 onwards, the programme includes an activity combining film, archives and drawing centred on Jorge Donn and Boléro by Ravel, followed on July 24 by a sound exploration workshop with haikus and "sound pencils", and on July 25 by a participatory tour featuring music, storytelling and character creation. In addition, every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday there are reading and collage workshops inspired by the stories and songs of María Elena Walsh, along with daily guided tours of both the Immigration Museum and the Contemporary Art Centre.

The details: Admission to all activities is free, with no prior registration required.

Where: Av. Antártida Argentina s/n, between Buquebus and the National Directorate of Migration, Retiro.

A performative lecture that gives voice to first-person testimonies and experiences to reflect on the body and difference. Marilú Marini shares the stage with journalist Franco Torchia in an ensemble performance that weaves together historical materials and contemporary texts to shift the focus towards the future.

The show premieres on July 22 at the Casacuberta Theatre, with performances Wednesday to Saturday at 7.30pm and Sundays at 6.30pm. The original idea comes from Oria Puppo, in collaboration with Marini, with dramaturgy by Eugenia Pérez Tomas and a text curation featuring voices such as María Belén Correa, Esther Díaz, Daniel Link, Marlene Wayar and Alejandro Tantanian, among others.

The details: You can get your tickets at this link.

Where: Av. Corrientes 1530, San Nicolás.

Don Guisón and Madame Galleta are ready to cook alongside the little ones, but there's one problem: the great chef never shows up. In La Gran Espera, el cocinero que nunca llega, the chef who never appears becomes an active part of the audience's search for a secret recipe, through riddles, songs and plenty of play.

An interactive experience created to celebrate childhood, with performances on July 22 and 24 at Usina del Arte. With the help of everyone in attendance, the play reaches a finale that shows the most important thing isn't the chef, but everything that can be achieved by working together.

The details: Admission is free and reservations can be made through this link.

Where: Agustín R. Caffarena 1, La Boca

From July 23 to August 2, the Leopoldo Lugones Theatre at the San Martín Theatre hosts the third edition of ¡Esto es Historieta!, the festival celebrating the connection between comics and cinema with eleven feature films — including recent titles and classics from around the world — as well as several short films and the first episode of a brand-new documentary series. The programme is highly varied, ranging from Alan Bernstein's When We Went Mad, about the legendary Mad magazine and featuring interviews with Quentin Tarantino, Bryan Cranston and Judd Apatow, among others, to classics such as Alain Resnais' Hiroshima mon amour.

The festival also includes premieres, such as the first episode of the Chilean series El padre del Cóndor by Luis Yañez, and local productions including Soy Tóxico by Pablo Parés, starring Esteban Prol and Horacio Fontova, along with the documentaries Breccia x4 and Héctor Oesterheld comparte un choripán con sus verdugos, both directed by Marcelo Schapces. The festival is curated by Pablo Conde, former director of the Mar del Plata Film Festival, who invites audiences to see each film as a gateway into the comics with which it engages.

The details: Tickets are available at this link.

Where: Av. Corrientes 1530, San Nicolás.

On the 74th anniversary of Eva Perón's passing into immortality, the restaurant dedicated to her legacy brings back its signature show: an intimate and moving journey through her humble childhood, her rise to public prominence and the legacy that turned her into an Argentine icon.

The experience takes place on July 26 at 7pm and includes simultaneous translation into English and Portuguese, as well as a three-course dinner featuring traditional Argentine cuisine. The story is guided by actress Flora Ferrari, who portrays Evita with remarkable sensitivity, combining archival footage, authentic objects and historical storytelling in a format that blends documentary theatre and performance.

The details: You can book by email at experience.evita@gmail.com or via WhatsApp at +54 9 11 5769-4444.

Where: Bolívar 813, San Telmo

If you're looking for a place where adults can relax while children have fun, this is the perfect option. Just 40 minutes from the city, Sheraton Pilar is offering a daily programme of guided activities, creative workshops, inflatables, technology and wellness experiences through August 2, specially designed for the winter school holidays.

The main activity hub is open daily from 11am to 8pm, featuring treasure hunts, art, ceramics and crafts workshops, sports challenges, and a games room with table tennis, foosball, board games, karaoke and a soft play area. There are also two seasonal highlights: glow-in-the-dark painting every other day and a giant inflatable playground open daily from 3pm to 8pm.

For older kids and adults, the Technology Challenge Room is open daily from 6pm to 10pm with PlayStation 5, virtual reality and artificial intelligence experiences, while the Health & Spa offers a heated pool, whirlpool, sauna and cryotherapy, along with stretching classes every other day. Packages are available for weekdays, weekends, overnight stays with dinner and the Family Plan for two adults and two children.

The details: For reservations, call 02304 38 5000.

Where: Panamericana Km 49.5, Pilar.

The Spanish children's phenomenon that has already won over countless families is back with a brand-new show. From July 21 to 25 at Teatro Broadway, the Pica Pica trio will perform their greatest hits while debuting new material in a show designed for the youngest members of the family to sing, dance and have fun from beginning to end.

With more than 10 million YouTube subscribers and 8 billion views, the trio arrives after performances in Córdoba and Rosario for a week-long celebration in Buenos Aires.

The details: You can get your tickets at this link.

Where: Av. Corrientes 1155, San Nicolás.