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What to do this weekend in Buenos Aires

A new weekend arrives in Buenos Aires, ready to dazzle with a wide range of plans and activities.

Carola Cinto
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Finally, a long weekend! March is here, and with it comes the famous Carnival, where there will be celebrations not only across the country but also in the City.

On Saturday and Sunday, this weekend adds two more non-working days, which many will take advantage of to rest or explore a new place. In this article, we recommend some plans you can enjoy if you're into gastronomy, theater, or if you'd like to experience an authentic Carnival celebration with the city’s parades. We also leave this article for you to get inspired and plan a little getaway.

 

1. BA Market at Night at Plaza Echeverría

On Friday, February 28, and Saturday, March 1, from 5:00 PM to midnight, this green space in Villa Urquiza will host more than 45 food stalls where people can have dinner, enjoy a snack, or buy products to take home.

BA Market at Night is an itinerant market in Buenos Aires dedicated to gourmet foods and healthy products.

Tip: It’s free entry, and the event is canceled in case of rain.

Where: Bauness 2758.

2. Premiere of the play "No sé"

If you're spending the weekend with kids, this could be a great plan. On Saturday, March 1, at 7:30 PM, the play "No sé o experimento de terapia de shock con viajes en el tiempo como cura a la incertidumbre del sujeto 3" premieres.

This is a theatrical experience for young audiences from 10 years old, addressing the complexities of decision-making. It’s an interactive play where the audience helps choose the protagonist's actions and reveals possible futures.

Tip: The play is held at Haiku Multiespacio, and entry is by donation. Tickets can be reserved via this link.

Where: Av. Congreso 3834.

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3. The City’s Symphonic Band at Parque Centenario

On Saturday, March 1, from 8:00 PM, the Symphonic Band will perform a free show with a program honoring Czech music, conducted by Mtro. Carlos David Jaimes.

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The program includes the Overture from "The Bartered Bride" by Bedrich Smetana and the Symphony "From the New World" by Antonín Dvořák, two compositions renowned for their melodic richness and deep connection to their country’s musical tradition.

Tip: Entry is until capacity is reached, and the event is canceled in case of rain.

Where: Av. Díaz Vélez 8959.

4. Carnaval Porteño 2025

Like many destinations across Argentina, Buenos Aires is also preparing for one of the year’s most colorful festivals. On Saturday, March 1, Sunday, March 2, Monday, March 3, and Tuesday, March 4, different neighborhoods will host vibrant parades featuring traditional costumes, carnival dances, and plenty of festivity.

For example, the Parque Lezama amphitheater in San Telmo will host parades all weekend; in Palermo, the Plaza de la Unidad Latinoamericana will be the spot, while in Colegiales, it will take place at the neighborhood sports center.

Tip: You can check the neighborhood-by-neighborhood schedule at this link. The celebrations start at 6:00 PM.

Where: Various locations around the city.

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5. Re-premiere of "Las cosas que sé que son verdad"

On Sunday, March 2, at 7:00 PM, the play "Las cosas que sé que son verdad" returns to El Camarín de las Musas. This is a play by Andrew Bovell that attempts to answer existential questions like: what are our absolute certainties, and what do we do with them?

The audience witnesses the intimacy of a family living in the suburbs of Buenos Aires, which, throughout the play, tries to uncover the secrets they have hidden.

Tip: Tickets are available through this link. The play will be on every Sunday in March starting this week.

Where: Mario Bravo 960.

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