What to do this weekend in Buenos Aires

On Friday and Saturday, you’ll need to carve out some time between 6 PM and 1 AM because the ninth edition of Chori Fest is landing at the Palermo Hippodrome, a festival celebrating this Argentine delicacy.

Get ready to savor different variations of chorizos, such as the traditional choripán, lamb chorizo, smoked choripán, and even the vegetarian version—yes, there’s veggie chori.

There will be over 30 stalls and food trucks offering a wide range of choripanes, and of course, plenty of other Argentine barbecue delights. Is there any better option?

Bonus: There will be gluten-free options and free entry.

Where: Av. del Libertador 4101, Palermo Hippodrome.

When we talk about iconic places in Buenos Aires' rock scene, we’re talking about Makena, one of our top picks for enjoying this music genre. Located in Palermo, it’s hosted thousands of outstanding artists like Las Pastillas del Abuelo, Piti Álvarez, Guasones, and many more.

To commemorate its rich history, Makena celebrates “Golden Editions,” a cycle bringing back legendary bands to the stage, just like in the good old days. This Saturday, Villanos, a rock band founded 30 years ago, will perform their new single “Fuera del Sistema.”

Enjoy a summer full of rock at Makena, which will also feature shows in the coming weeks by Jóvenes Pordioseros, Pier, Gondwana, and other music icons.

Bonus: Book your tickets via Passline.

Where: Fitz Roy 1519, Makena.

This Saturday is perfect for visiting Ostende, a vintage restaurant inspired by the coastal bodegones of the '70s, located in the Colegiales neighborhood.

You may also like: D’Oro Italian Bar, a restaurant with Italian DNA and over 25 years of history

Ostende will pay homage to Italian cuisine with special dishes paired with wine. The menu includes four options: fusilli alla puttanesca, fusilli alle melanzane (vegetarian), arancini with cabutia squash (vegetarian), or with pancetta and sun-dried tomatoes. To accompany, enjoy wine glasses like Anko Torrontés, Elephant Gun Rosé, and Zorzal Terroir Único Pinot Noir.

The rhythm will be set by Jugando a los Discos, playing classic Italian hits on vinyl from 7 PM. Are you in?

Bonus: Fusillis cost $15,400, arancini with cabutia squash $8,200, and pancetta arancini $8,500. Glasses of wine are priced at $5,000.

Where: Virrey Loreto 3303, Ostende.

Starting this weekend, you can enjoy the 360º audiovisual show "Intergalactic Journey: Gyula Kosice's Hydrospatial City" at the Galileo Galilei Planetarium.

This exhibition honors the great Argentine sculptor, painter, poet, and theorist, whose most ambitious project was "The Hydrospatial City," made up of models, light sculptures, drawings, and photomontages of a futuristic city. The exhibition features 360º recordings, 3D reconstructions, historical records, and AI-generated audiovisual segments.

Bonus: It will be available on Saturdays and Sundays at 7 PM. Hurry and book your spot on the official website since the spaces are limited.

Where: Av. Sarmiento s/n, Galileo Galilei Planetarium.

This weekend, don’t miss the sunsets of "Verano en la Ciudad," where you can enjoy good food, music, and unique sunsets at Parque Saint Tropez in Costanera Norte.

Get ready for a lively weekend: on Saturday at 8 PM, DJ Fer Palacio will perform, and on Sunday at the same time, DJ Axel Caram, two leading artists in current music trends. DJs Francois and Matías Berstein will also join the fun.

While you enjoy the show, you’ll find food trucks offering smoked meats, barbecue, pizza, ice cream, and more. So, this weekend, head to Parque Saint Tropez.

Bonus: The entrance is free.

Where: Parque Saint Tropez.