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

Groucho, Harpo, Chico, and Zeppo Marx are taking over Sala Lugones with films from the 1930s that still guarantee plenty of laughs. From August 11 to 16, five of the Marx Brothers’ most beloved movies await you, packed with the absurd humor and unstoppable chatter that made them legends: Animal Crackers, Monkey Business, Horse Feathers, Duck Soup, and A Night at the Opera.

The series kicks off on Tuesday, August 11 at 3pm, and there’s no stopping from there: each screening brings a new dose of madness set in a mansion, an ocean liner or a university, featuring some of the most outrageous moments in classic cinema. On Friday, August 14, the screening time changes to 2:30pm. Five afternoons of pure comedy in downtown Buenos Aires.

The tip: you can buy your tickets at this link or at the Teatro San Martín box office.

Where: Avenida Corrientes 1530, San Nicolás.

Straight from Valencia, the Companyia Hongaresa de Teatre (founded in 1995) returns to Buenos Aires after 30 years of experience to immerse audiences in a dark tragicomedy about what human beings are capable of doing to one another. A father and son spend another afternoon at home. While the father sleeps, the son goes out to run an errand and crosses paths with David, a character who will mark a before and after for both of them.

The cast features Enric Juezas and Àngel Fígols, two acclaimed artists from Valencia’s theater scene. Directed and written by Paco Zarzoso, the production is presented at the Sala Cunill Cabanellas of Teatro San Martín. This week’s performances take place on August 13, 14, 15 and 16 at 7:30pm (the run continues through August 23).

The tip: you can purchase your tickets at this link or at the Teatro San Martín box office.

Where: Avenida Corrientes 1530, San Nicolás.

This Thursday, August 13, Mercat Villa Crespo is hosting a participatory experience for the whole family, where you’ll learn how to make healthy, vegan pizzas, using simple and accessible recipes designed to help you cook better at home while also taking care of the planet.

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The activity takes place from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. The Mercat building has three floors combining quality food and plenty of cultural activity right in the heart of Villa Crespo. A foolproof afternoon plan.

The tip: admission is free.

Where: Thames 747, Villa Crespo.

If you think coffee is much more than an excuse to wake up, this dinner is made especially for you. On Thursday, August 13, chef Federico Prieu of Avío joins Doppio Project (a consultancy specializing in creating experiences around coffee) for an unmissable pop-up featuring a seven-course menu where coffee appears in some of the most original ways. The journey begins with a carrot and lamb parmentier, a hearts of palm and green mango toast, and a truffled nigiri. Next comes a 30-day dry-aged beef steak with Café de Paris butter, followed by smoked ricotta with confit leeks, persimmon and pistachio, or coffee praline.

The experience continues with a brioche featuring sweetbread pâté, preserved lemon, scallions and coffee granita with cassis. For dessert, coffee takes center stage in an affogato with olive oil. The menu is accompanied by cocktails and coffee-based drinks and costs $80,000. All of this takes place on one of Palermo’s loveliest corners, in a carefully designed, peaceful and relaxed setting.

The tip: you can book your table at this link.

Where: Lavalleja 1521, Villa Crespo.

Starting Friday, August 14 at 8pm, Otello, Giuseppe Verdi’s monumental opera, returns to the Teatro Colón’s opera season, in a co-production with the Auditorio de Tenerife and featuring prominent national and international soloists. Based on Shakespeare’s classic, the opera explores themes such as jealousy, revenge, ambition and betrayal.

One important detail: the leading roles of Otello, Desdemona and Iago are among the most vocally and dramatically demanding parts in Verdi’s repertoire. The opera is presented in four acts, with stage direction by Fabio Sparvoli and Alejo Pérez conducting the Teatro Colón’s Permanent Orchestra. Performances continue on August 15, 18, 19, 20, 22 and 25, always at 8pm; and on August 16 and 23 at 5pm.

The tip: tickets are available at this link.

Where: Cerrito 628, San Nicolás.

MACBA is renewing its program with four exhibitions that can be visited from August 14 to November 8. The main exhibition is Geometric Imagination, a major retrospective of Argentine artist César Paternosto, bringing together more than six decades of abstract production and tracing the career of one of the key figures in contemporary geometric art. Also opening is Surface and Presence, the first exhibition in South America by German artist Gerold Miller, internationally recognized for his minimalist practice.

His work lies at the intersection of painting, sculpture and architecture, exploring the boundaries of perception and space, as well as the relationship between the object and the viewer. Another new exhibition is Curada de espanto, by Ornella Pocetti, curated by Carlos Gutiérrez. The exhibition brings together previously unseen works and recent pieces in a visual project that seeks to nurture mystery without losing sight of its narrative elements.

In addition, MACBA Kabinet presents the installation How Do Tears Sound Before They Dry?, by Ivana de Vivanco, which includes the work How Does the Crying of a Snake Sound? (2026), courtesy of the artist.

The tip: you can buy your museum ticket at this link or in person.

Where: Avenida San Juan 328, San Telmo.

Spanish actress Blanca Oteyza stars in a journey through the life of a key figure in Spanish theater, a muse of Federico García Lorca who built her career across two continents. She is Margarita Xirgu, the actress and director who, following the establishment of Franco’s dictatorship, chose exile and later adopted Uruguayan nationality.

Directed by Javier Demaría and featuring live accompaniment by bandoneon player Julio Coviello, Margarita Xirgu. An Actress Between Two Continents brings together the stories of two Spanish actresses who built bridges between Spain and Argentina. Performances take place on August 14 and 15 at 8pm, and August 16 and 17 at 7pm.

The tip: you can reserve two free tickets at this link starting two days before the event, at 2pm, until the available allocation runs out. On the day of the event, you must go to the box office from 2pm until the start of the performance to collect the physical tickets.

Where: Sarmiento 151, San Nicolás.

If you’re passionate about tango, this preview of the Tango BA Festival and World Cup is the plan for you. A series of free concerts takes place at the city’s historic bars, with performances ranging from more stylized tango to classic milongas. On August 14 at 8pm, the historic La Poesía bar in San Telmo welcomes Marilí Machado.

The singer, who blends candombe and Río de la Plata music with tango, arrives after performing on international stages and being part of Forever Tango in the United States. On August 15, also at 8pm, Yazmina Raies Trío, an all-female trio, takes over Bar 8 Esquinas in Chacarita to perform classic milongas and original compositions.

The tip: admission is free.

Where: Chile 502, San Telmo; Avenida Forest 1186, Chacarita.

This Sunday, Plaza de las Naciones Unidas will be transformed for a day into a huge free experience park for children, featuring live shows, food and themed areas to explore at your own pace.

On August 16 from 12pm to 6pm, you’ll find a main stage featuring performances by Monster Buu Band and Topa, as well as relaxation areas, movement activities, board games and a soft play area for younger children. There will also be road safety awareness activities, a space to repair toys and another where children can learn to ride a bike without training wheels.

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The tip: admission is free; in case of rain, the event will be rescheduled for Saturday, August 29.

Where: Avenida Figueroa Alcorta 2301, Recoleta.

If the San Martín public holiday has you craving something sweet, ORNO has just the plan. To celebrate the country by paying tribute to two Argentine table classics, the cantina is presenting a special three-course menu that reinterprets sweet potato and quince paste through pizza, empanadas and ice cream.

The offering includes a four-cheese Neapolitan pizza with quince paste, cheese and onion empanadas with a spicy quince dip, and vanilla soft serve with sweet potato and chocolate sauce. The event takes place on Monday, August 17, from 1pm to 5pm, with live music by a local band. The price is $30,000 per person.

The tip: reservations can be made through this link; you can also attend without a reservation, subject to availability.

Where: Beruti 3336, Palermo.

This long weekend, there’s an ideal plan just a few kilometers from the city combining relaxation, food and activities for children on Children’s Day. From August 14 to 17, Sheraton Pilar offers family stays, a kids’ club, wellness spaces and a musical finale. While children can enjoy outdoor games, treasure hunts and creative workshops, adults have free access to the gym and spa with a heated pool. The stay includes a buffet breakfast for two at Las Vasijas Restaurante, and if you book two or three nights, you’ll also receive a complimentary buffet dinner for two adults, including wine, at the same restaurant.

In addition, on Sunday, August 16 at 1pm, there will be a special buffet lunch with a dessert table and a live musical show designed especially for children, with admission available separately from the accommodation. The offering includes a variety of starters, main courses and desserts, with a themed dessert table accompanied by wine, non-alcoholic drinks and coffee. The price is $97,000 for adults and $48,000 for children aged 4 to 12.

The tip: you can make your reservation by phone at 02304 38 5000.

Where: Panamericana Ramal Pilar Km 49.5, Pilar.