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

This Monday there’s no shortage of reasons to celebrate: it’s World Pizza Day, and Buenos Aires kitchens are gearing up for the tribute. Güerrin is among the first to come to mind, as it has been since 1932 —that fixed point on Corrientes where families, friends, inherited memories and first Buenos Aires experiences intersect. A place you don’t visit just because you’re hungry, but because of everything it stirs.

Our suggestion is to take a couple of hours to enjoy this ritual and, whether at lunchtime or in the evening, dig into a classic Neapolitan pizza or fugazzeta. Fainá is a must to complete the experience, and tearing the cheese with your fingers while savoring that unforgettable first bite is practically mandatory.

Good to know: the restaurant is open Thursday to Sunday, from 11am to 1am (Fridays and Saturdays until 2am).

Where: Av. Corrientes 1368, Buenos Aires.

Some bars are more than just bars: they’re open chapters of the city. Worn tables, counters that have heard it all and coffees served with a side of history. In February, the Notable Bars program takes center stage with free walking tours that invite you to see them with fresh eyes: Florida, Corrientes, San Telmo and downtown Buenos Aires as an excuse to stroll, hear anecdotes and feel that pulse still beating between waiters, regulars and curious tourists. Places where life happened —and still happens— unfiltered.

This Wednesday, starting at 5.30pm, it’s San Telmo’s turn, one of the highlights of this journey through time: tango, cinema, unforgettable characters and bars that are emotional heritage. From Plaza Dorrego to La Poesía, stopping at El Federal, Bar Sur and the Market, the route blends history, food and street life with identity. Free of charge, limited spots and an invitation to go with the flow. Because some stories aren’t in books —they’re at bar tables.

Good to know: the tour is free but requires prior registration via this link (capacity is 80 people).

Where: meeting point at Bar Plaza Dorrego, Defensa 1098, San Telmo.

When the workday eases up, the city starts again. Afters BA is all about turning the “after” into a plan. Live music, summer air and urban corners that stop being just places you pass through and become meeting points. A perfect midweek pause, no fuss and no excuses, to slow down and ride the Buenos Aires rhythm.

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This Wednesday, the meeting point is Av. Donado and Sucre. From 6 to 8pm, Sol Porro sets the sunset soundtrack; from 8 to 10pm, Ana Hagen takes over to close out the night. Free, outdoors and with that vibe that only appears when music meets the end of the day.

Good to know: the final date of this cycle will be Wednesday the 18th at Gurruchaga and Costa Rica.

Where: Av. Donado and Sucre, Villa Ortúzar.

February hits differently when love sets the pace. Boutique hotel Casa Lucía joins Valentine’s Day celebrations with Love Stories, a collection of experiences designed to celebrate without rigid formulas and with all the charm of thoughtful details. Romantic stays, special dinners, live jazz and relaxation rituals turn every plan into a memory to treasure —or gift— throughout the month.

From a night for two with a wine-paired dinner featuring Salentein wines, to jazz, cocktails and massages in an intimate, elegant setting, Casa Lucía invites you to pause, connect and enjoy.

Good to know: reservations by email at reservas.casalucia@melia.com or via WhatsApp at +54 9 11 4081 8522.

Where: Arroyo 841.

Midweek, the clock slows down and the urge to break routine kicks in. Muyè offers after-office plans every Wednesday in its Recoleta patio, with shareable plates, long conversations and a drink in hand. From 6.30pm until midnight, the Ayacucho garden becomes an urban refuge to unwind without rushing.

Mini cheeseburgers, croquettes, spiced empanaditas, gnudis, tataki and even a Brazilian nod with acarajé, all paired with 2-for-1 selected cocktails.

Good to know: reservations available via this link.

Where: Ayacucho 1563, Recoleta.

Scottish band Franz Ferdinand, indie rock icons behind anthems like Take Me Out and Do You Want To, return to Argentina in February 2026. This Thursday, from 7pm, they’ll take the stage at C Art Media with a high-energy show full of sharp guitars and that danceable, straight-to-the-point style that made them alternative scene classics.

In addition to this solo show, the band will also be part of the Cosquín Rock 2026 lineup in Córdoba, sharing the stage with major local and international names.

Good to know: tickets available on Passline.

Where: Av. Corrientes 6271.

February also comes with a cinematic twist. Sala Leopoldo Lugones joins the summer lineup with Goya Awards Week, a cycle bringing four films that won Spain’s most important film awards to Buenos Aires. Intense stories, auteur perspectives and emotions that cross genres and borders.

From this Friday through February 18, the program journeys through flamenco and family memory, relationships that resurface when everything seems lost, the musical effervescence of the 90s and an animated trip —both poetic and urgent— about climate change.

Good to know: tickets available at the box office and via this link.

Where: Av. Corrientes 1530.

At Time Out, we believe any memorable plan should happen around a table. For those looking to celebrate —or simply enjoy a Saturday discovering promising food spots— we recommend two small plans.

Reliquia, a Bib Gourmand pick in the 2025 Michelin Guide, offers a bold yet delicate tasting menu where each dish adds texture and surprise: oysters, prawns, dry-aged ribeye and a fresh, floral finish. Ideal for an intimate evening, with optional wine pairing and Palermo as the backdrop.

Meanwhile, Mare by Fran Rosat presents a four-course menu to celebrate by the river in Puerto Madero. It begins with a “sea tapa” and a selection of starters including grilled baby squid, white fish tiradito, salmon tartare and a seafood empanada. For the main course, guests can choose between fusilli al fierrito mare e monti, ravioli neri panna e gamberi, the catch of the day or risotto alla pescatora. Dessert options include dark chocolate ganache, white chocolate soup, house tiramisu or egg-white flan.

Good to know: Reliquia takes reservations via Meitre, while Mare by Fran Rosat books via WhatsApp at +54 9 11 5302 7598 and Woki.

Where: Reliquia, Ángel Justiniano Carranza 1601; and Mare by Fran Rosat, Av. Alicia Moreau de Justo 1170.

This Saturday, from 7pm, Williamsburg is the spot for live music, a treetop terrace by the Palermo Woods and that laid-back atmosphere that makes you want to stay. As part of the Tan Lelouch Cycle, Faculimón will take the stage to soundtrack the sunset.

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Inspired by the sensitive, spontaneous gaze of French filmmaker Claude Lelouch, the cycle focuses on intimate encounters where the bond between artist, audience and setting is key. Food, a lively bar and urban culture come together in a space that’s already a go-to meeting point.

Good to know: free entry, no reservation needed.

Where: Av. del Libertador 3883.

This Saturday and Sunday, at 5.30pm, 7.30pm and 9.30pm, Palacio Barolo invites you to experience a new Noche de Cúpulas with an unmissable guided tour paired with two gastronomic proposals and live music.

Art will be led by Paulina Torres, the voice of Los Amados, performing melodic songs and boleros, accompanied by host Sergio Pangaro. The ticket includes the tour, author-crafted bites, sweet delicacies and wines.

Good to know: tickets available here.

Where: Av. de Mayo 1370.