What to Do This Weekend in Buenos Aires

The fire’s lit—and so is the rivalry. What began as some teasing on social media has turned into an epic grill-off: Locos X el Asado vs. Ribs al Río, the showdown that will test loyalties and taste buds alike. This Saturday, from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m., Costanera Norte fills up with smoke, beer, and flavor to decide a new classic: smoked brisket or Argentine-style grilled flank steak? Two styles, two worlds, one fire.

Behind this clash of titans lies passion and history. Ribs al Río, masters of Texan barbecue, bring their melt-in-your-mouth brisket, while Locos x el Asado, kings of the Argentine grill, defend local pride with perfectly cooked vacío. The audience—yes, that means you—will be the jury in a 12-hour feast of meat, music, talks, and live demos.

The tip: Tickets available at this link.

Where: Av. Rafael Obligado 7010.

Books go viral, authors become stars, and stories leap from the page to the internet. LITERAL 2025, the International Youth Literature Festival, takes over Biblioteca Parque de la Estación this Saturday and Sunday, turning Buenos Aires into a meeting point for passionate young readers. Two days of talks, book signings, fairs, fandoms, and literary magic—free and open to all.

From Spain’s Iria & Selene and Cherry Chic to Mexico’s Raiza Revelles and Claudia Ramírez, the leading voices in youth literature arrive in the city to talk about fantasy, romance, creativity, and that enduring love for books that moves entire generations.

But this isn’t just another event—it’s a celebration of a generation that reads, writes, and shares. Bookfluencers, poets, local authors, and devoted readers will meet among stands of literary goodies, live reviews, Harry Potter fanfics, and Taylor Swift playlists turned into book recommendations.

The tip: You can check the full schedule at this link. Admission is free.

Where: Tte. Gral. Juan Domingo Perón 3326.

Displacement, identity, and invisible wounds collide in “Jet Lag”, a story as powerful as it is unsettling. Inspired by real events, the play follows an Argentine family who self-exiles to North Carolina and slowly begins to lose its Latin essence. At its core is Bárbara, the eldest daughter, who clings to her Argentineness like a life raft as she tries to protect her sister and—unintentionally—reveal the violence hidden behind closed doors.

This is an intense, sensitive, and timely piece that forces us to confront what happens when the dream of starting over becomes an emotional nightmare.

Performances take place every Saturday at 10 p.m., featuring a stellar cast directed by Antonella Schiavoni and written by Leticia Arbelo, two acclaimed creators of Argentina’s new theater scene.

The tip: The play runs 60 minutes. Tickets available at this link.

Where: Lavalle 3636.

Freshly baked croissants, live music, and the Recoleta air filled with je ne sais quoi. The French Fair, organized by Lucullus, the French Gastronomy Association in Argentina, returns for its final edition of the year, promising a feast of flavors, aromas, and culture. This Saturday and Sunday in November, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the first day and 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on the second, more than 30 stands will offer French delights: quiches, macarons, éclairs, cheeses, wines, specialty coffee, and more. There will also be live cooking demos, talks, and family-friendly activities.

And that’s not all—on Saturday, the fair joins La Noche de los Museos, staying open until 10 p.m. with lights, music, and that French flair that turns the plaza into a slice of Paris. Perfect for strolling, snacking, and toasting outdoors—this porteño classic never disappoints.

The tip: Admission is free.

Where: Plaza Francia, Av. del Libertador 1400.

Theater, food, and ideas come together at one table: the Jewish Food & Theater Festival returns to Buenos Aires with special November sessions. Following its 2024 success, this new edition goes beyond the stage—featuring plays that move you, chefs reinventing Jewish classics with a modern twist, live music, and talks that invite reflection, sharing, and savoring.

Hosted in iconic venues like La Carpintería and Timbre 4, this festival serves up art, humor, and identity plate by plate.

Highlights include “Ingue”, a moving story about displacement and family ties paired with cuisine by Cocina Shisvé, and “La Papa”, based on a true story of two sisters testing their bond, accompanied by home-style dishes from Liliana Helueni. Each session wraps up with a moderated discussion and a live show by Partysani Klezmer Band.

The tip: Tickets available at Alternativa Teatral.

Where: La Carpintería (Jean Jaurès 858) and Timbre 4 (Av. Boedo 640).