Madrid Otra Mirada 2026 allows free entry to 205 heritage buildings until October 18. The weekend also includes a market in the Barrio de las Letras and the ParlaDrums festival in Parla.
According to Infobae, the capital and its region have several free proposals for the weekend of October 16 to 18, from markets and workshops to visits to buildings that are usually closed to the public.
The initiative Madrid Otra Mirada 2026 provides free access to 205 heritage buildings and sites in the city, including palaces, churches, and archives, until October 18.
On Saturday, October 17, the Mercado de las Ranas returns, organised by the Association of Merchants of the Barrio de las Letras. Shops on Huertas street and its surroundings showcase products in the public space between 12:00 and 19:00 or 20:00, depending on daylight. It can be reached by metro via the Antón Martín, Sevilla, or Sol stations.
The Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando presents an exhibition on the history of the capital during the 16th and 17th centuries, featuring paintings, documents, and objects from the era. Entry is free until December 1.
At AN-A Fundación, there is an exhibition on the evolution of video games as a form of cultural expression until October 30. No prior reservation is needed.
The Ouka Leele Intergenerational Centre offers an introductory clay modelling class open to various ages, as part of a programme running until December. The activity is free of charge.
In Parla, the Bullring hosts the sixth edition of ParlaDrums on Saturday, October 17, a percussion and Brazilian culture event organised by the Bloco Manglar association and the Percuforum store. The concerts and performances are free from 19:00, after the training workshops conclude.
The Vallecas Municipal Theatre keeps its Theatre School open, with free access training sessions throughout the season.
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