EVENTOS EN MADRID

esMADRIDpro With the aim of improving Madrid's image and position as a tourist destination and facilitating the work of members of the media, the Madrid City Council, through the Madrid Destino Tourism Department, has developed the online platform esMADRIDpro. This initiative, which also provides services to companies and professionals from the tourism sector both in Spain and abroad, is co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).  esMADRIDpro offers information on the latest developments in tourism in Madrid, numbers of visitors to the city, initiatives to promote leisure and business tourism and activities involving tourist assistance and information. The platform features one of the best banks of images of the city: high-quality graphic and audiovisual material relating to the city's most iconic sights and places. It also enables users to download PDF guides and brochures on gastronomy, culture, events and LGBTI tourism created by Madrid Destino, and to consult reports by other members of the press in order to discover their impressions of the capital. To gain access to all of the resources offered by this new virtual press office, users simply need to register. More info 400th Anniversary of Plaza Mayor In 2017 one of the city of Madrid's most iconic sites, Plaza Mayor, celebrates its 400th anniversary. In honour of the event, throughout the year visitors can enjoy an extensive cultural and leisure programme which has already kicked off and includes artistic and musical offerings such as flamenco saetas, zarzuela in the street, a words market, a Baroque party and a photo set where Madrid residents and visitors to the city can have their portraits done by top photographers. The extensive and varied programme will highlight the history and uniqueness of this iconic Madrid attraction. More info Ellas Crean Over 100 female artists and creators will present their work at the 13th edition of the Ellas Crean Festival (Women Create), which will be held in Conde Duque Cultural Centre until 1 April. Nearly one hundred activities, including concerts, theatre, dance, poetry, film, debates and exhibitions, make up this competition which will give an opportunity to young creators as well as revisiting the memory of key women such as Gloria Fuertes, Elena Fortún and the writers of the Generation of '27. What's more, this year Ellas Crean will represent Madrid in the He for She Arts Week campaign organised by the UN, which will take place in eight cities around the world with a view to promoting equality in the arts, with the support and commitment of men. More info Escher, at Gaviria Palace Gaviria Palace reopens its doors with one of the most noteworthy exhibitions in Madrid's 2017 calendar, devoted to the Dutch Surrealist genius Maurits Cornelis Escher. It features a selection of 200 works that have influenced scientists and designers' imaginations, as well as the art world in general, and includes pieces as recognisable as Hand with Reflecting Sphere, Relativity (or House of Stairs) and Belvedere. Scientific experiments, play zones and educational resources complete this exhibition, which visitors can view right in the heart of Madrid until 25 June. More info Dive Travel Show On 4 and 5 March the Glass Pavilion in Casa de Campo Park will host the top annual event for diving and underwater sport lovers, Dive Travel Show, the international SCUBA and sustainable tourism fair. The ninth edition of this gathering, which features Jordan as its guest country, will offer information on dive sites, holiday destinations, training courses and the sector's latest trends, as well as discussions, videos and workshops. This time round, underwater photography and videos will play a starring role thanks to the participation of top videographers. More info Almoneda This event has firmly established itself as a large showcase for vintage objects. Almoneda, the Antiques, Art Galleries and Collectors' Fair, gathers together everything from unique 1940s, 50s and 60s pieces created by top international designers to classic furniture, jewellery, costume jewellery, paintings and sculptures by current and well-established artists, all in one place. The last edition drew 140 gallery owners and dealers of antiques and second-hand items, as well as over 24,300 visitors. The event will return to the capital from 25 March to 2 de April, at Ifema. More info esMADRIDmagazine In honour of International Women's Day (8 March) and World Theatre Day (27 March), the latest edition of esMADRIDmagazine features detailed information on the Ellas Crean Festival, the exhibition on Gloria Fuertes at Fernán Gómez. Centro Cultural de la Villa and the theatrical productions set to debut in said cultural centre (Las Bicicletas Son para el Verano) as well those debuting in Teatro Español (Ushuaia and Furiosa Escandinavia). It also details a selection of other events taking place around the city, such as the International Magic Festival at the Price, Teatralia and the Disney on Ice show. More info Patrocinado por: ______________________________________________________