Buenos Aires celebrates the 90th Anniversary of The Obelisco


The Obelisco, symbol of the City of Buenos Aires was built in 1936 to commemorate the 400 years of the first foundation of the city. Its construction started on March 20th, 1936, on the same spot where the National Flag was raised for the first time in the city in 1812. It was inaugurated on May 23rd the same year. 

To celebrate its 90th anniversary, Buenos Aires invites you to experience La Noche del Obelisco (The Night of the Obelisk) on Saturday, May 23rd, 2026, from 7 PM,  with a special event that will transform one of the city's most iconic avenues into a grand open-air party. 

Corrientes Ave, between Callao and Cerrito Ave, will be filled with activities to enjoy a unique night: musical performances, street artists, special events, and many surprises. 

In addition, bars, restaurants, and theaters will extend their hours until 2 AM. 

The highlight of the night will be a stunning 3D mapping show on the Obelisk, with an audiovisual presentation that will review the history of the monument and its connection to Buenos Aires over the past 90 years. There will be two shows, at 9 PM and 10 PM, accompanied by live performances by the Chamber Orchestra conducted by Damián Mahler.

Live Music shows: 
11 PM: Por siempre Astor: A tribute orchestra to the work of Astor Piazzolla, offering a journey through his most emblematic compositions such as Adiós Nonino, Balada para un loco, and Libertango, among others. 
12 AM: Joaco Burgos: Argentine singer, songwriter, and musician who with a deep connection to the tradition of Argentine rock. 
1 AM: No Name: An Argentine duo of DJs and producers who have developed a distinctive sound within the contemporary electronic music scene.
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Festival Sabores de la Patria 2026


A new edition of the Festival dedicated to the traditional Argentine gastronomy "Sabores de la Patria" ("The flavors of our Homeland"), celebrating May Revolution, will be held on Sunday, May 24th, and Monday, May 25th 2026, from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, at the park located on Av. del Libertador & Av. Pueyrredon (opposite the Fine Arts Museum) with free entrance to the public.

Numerous food stands will be offering a great variety of the most representative typical dishes of our country, such as: locro, carbonada, choripan, humita, tamales, pastelitos, empanadas, asado, churros, picadas, lentil stew, meat & potato pie, among many other local specialties.

There will also be a sector with stands selling all kinds of traditional Argentine products, like yerba mate, dulce de leche, wines, cold cuts, cheese, preserves, spices, honey, alfajores, and much more.

The Event may be suspended in case of rain.





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2026 Spring Polo Season & Triple Crown


The Argentine Polo Association (AAP) has announced the Schedule the 2026 Triple Crown, made up by three of the most important, highest-handicap Polo tournaments worldwide: Hurlingham Club Open - the oldest Polo tournament in the world; Tortugas Country Club Open; and the world-class Argentine Open Championship, played every year at the Cathedral of Polo in Palermo.

The teams already confirmed to participate in the Triple Crown are:

La Natividad La Dolfina (40): Adolfo Cambiaso (10), Poroto Cambiaso (10), Camilo Castagnola (10), Bartolomé Castagnola (10).
Ellerstina-Indios Chapaleufu (37): Facundo Pieres (10), Gonzalo Pieres (9), Antonio Heguy (9), Cruz Heguy (9).
Las Monjitas (35): Rufino Bensadón (8), Lucas Monteverde (9), David Stirling Jr (9), Juan Martin Nero (9).
La Hache Polo Team (34): Hilario Ulloa (9), Carlos M. Ulloa (8), Benjamín Panelo (8), Tomás Panelo (9). 
La Ensenada (33): Juan Britos (8), Diego Cavanagh (8), Juan M. Zubía (9), Jerónimo del Carril (8). 
Híper Polo Club (33): Victorino Ruiz Jorba (8), Gonzalo Ferrari (8), Francisco Elizalde (9), Teodoro Lacau 8. 
Haras San Pedro (32): Bautista Bayugar (8), Alfredo Bigatti (8), Ignacio Laprida (8), Joaquín Pittaluga (8).
Don Ercole (31): Facundo Llosa (8), Kristos Magrini (7), Pedro Zacharias (8), Felipe Vercellino (8). 
 
The qualifying tournament for the Remonta and Veterinaria Cups, that will take place on September 24, 28, and October 2, will award the two remaining places.


SCHEDULES
(Updates and results will be published in red)

September 22 - October 3
133rd HURLINGHAM CLUB OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP
The Ayrshire Cup - Organized by Hurlingham Club. Hurlingham
QUARTERFINALS: September 22 & 23
SEMI FINALS: September 26 & 27
FINAL DRYSDALE CUP: Thursday, October 1 
FINAL OPEN: Saturday, October 3
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October 6 - November 11
86th TORTUGAS COUNTRY CLUB OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP
Emilio de Anchorena Cup - Organized by Tortugas Country Club
DATE 1: Wednesday, October 7
DATE 2: Thursday, October 8
DATE 3: Saturday, October 10
DATE 4: Sunday, October 11
DATE 5: Saturday, October 17
DATE 6: Sunday, October 18
DATE 7: Saturday, October 24
DATE 8: Sunday, October 25
DATE 9: Saturday, October 31
DATE 10: Sunday, November 1
FINAL: Saturday, November 7
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November 10 - December 12
133rd ARGENTINE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP
Organized by Argentine Polo Association
DATE 1: Tuesday, November 10
DATE 2: Wednesday, November 11
DATE 3: Saturday, November 14
DATE 4: Sunday, November 15
DATE 5: Saturday, November 21
DATE 6: Sunday, November 22
DATE 7: Saturday, November 28
DATE 8: Sunday, November 29
DATE 9: Saturday, December 5
DATE 10: Sunday, December 6
FINAL:  Saturday, December 12
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Information about tickets, hospitality packages, and final schedules will be announced in the upcoming weeks.
Don't hesitate to contact me through this Contact Form, or by email: sandra@batravelguide.com for further enquires. 

Schedules subject to change. Please check periodically on this post for updates.
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Football Soccer in Buenos Aires - Calendar of matches 2026


The fixture of matches in the local 1st Division futbol championship to be played in Buenos Aires on the first half of the year 2026 has been announced.

Don't miss the opportunity of attending one of these exciting games the easiest and safest way, with a service that includes tickets, transfers, and permanent bilingual host, provided the leading companies in football tours. Contact me and make your reservation!

Ask for matches in the Campeonato Carioca in Rio de Janeiro as well!

FIXTURE

JANUARY 2026
Friday 23: San Lorenzo vs Lanus
Friday 23: Independiente vs Estudiantes de La Plata
Saturday 24: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Racing Club
Sunday 25: Argentinos Juniors vs Sarmiento
Sunday 25: Boca Juniors vs Deportivo Riestra
Tuesday 27: Velez Sarsfield vs Talleres
Tuesday 27: Huracan vs Independiente Rivadavia
Wednesday 28: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Boca Juniors
Wednesday 28: Racing Club vs Rosario Central
Wednesday 28: River Plate vs Gimnasia de La Plata
Saturday 31: San Lorenzo vs Central Cordoba
Saturday 31: Independiente vs Velez Sarsfield

FEBRUARY 2026
Sunday 1: Boca Juniors vs Newell's Old Boys
Monday 2: Argentinos Juniors vs Belgrano
Saturday 7: River Plate vs Tigre
Saturday 7: Racing Club vs San Lorenzo
Sunday 8: Huracan vs San Lorenzo
Monday 9: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Deportivo Riestra
Thursday 12: Argentinos Juniors vs River Plate
Friday 13: Independiente vs Lanus
Saturday 14: Huracan vs Sarmiento
Monday 15: Boca Juniors vs Platense
Thursday 19: San Lorenzo vs Estudiantes De Río Cuarto
Friday 20: Boca Juniors vs Racing Club
Sunday 22: Argentinos Juniors vs Lanus
Sunday 22: Velez Sarsfield vs River Plate
Tuesday 24: San Lorenzo vs Instituto de Córdoba
Wednesday 25: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Rosario Central
Thursday 26:  Racing Club vs Independiente de Rivadavia
Thursday 26: River Plate vs Banfield
Saturday 28: Independiente vs Central Cordoba
Saturday 28: Boca Juniors vs Gimnasia de Mendoza

MARCH 2026
Sunday 1: Argentinos Juniors vs Barracas Central
Monday 2: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Velez Sarsfield
Tuesday 3: Huracan vs Belgrano
Tuesday 10: Independiente vs Union
Wednesday 11: Boca Juniors vs San Lorenzo
Wednesday 11: Argentinos Juniors vs Rosario Central
Friday 13: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Lanus
Sunday 15: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Independiente Rivadavia
Sunday 15: River Plate vs Sarmiento
Monday 16: San Lorenzo vs Defensa Y Justicia
Monday 16: Racing Club vs Estudiantes De Río Cuarto
Saturday 21: Independiente vs Talleres
Sunday 22: Argentinos Juniors vs Platense
Sunday 22: Boca Juniors vs Instituto de Cordoba
Monday 23: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Central Cordoba
Thursday 26: Argentinos Juniors vs Lanus
Tuesday 31: Argentina vs Zambia (Friendly match)

APRIL 2026
Friday 3: San Lorenzo vs Estudiantes de La Plata
Sunday 5: Independiente vs Racing Club
Sunday 5: River Plate vs Belgrano
Sunday 5: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Huracan
Monday 6: Argentinos Juniors vs Banfield
Saturday 11: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Union
Saturday 11: Boca Juniors vs Independiente
Sunday 12: Huracan vs Rosario Central
Sunday 12: Racing Club vs River Plate
Tuesday 14: Boca Juniors vs Barcelona (Ecuador) - Copa Libertadores
Wednesday 15: River Plate vs Carabobo (Venezuela) - South American Cup
Saturday 18: Independiente vs Defensa Y Justicia
Saturday 18: Argentinos Juniors vs Atlético Tucuman
Sunday 19: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Estudiantes De Río Cuarto
Sunday 19: River Plate vs Boca Juniors
Monday 20: San Lorenzo vs Velez Sarsfield
Friday 24: Racing Club vs Barracas Central
Saturday 25: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Talleres
Saturday 25: River Plate vs Aldosivi
Wednesday 29: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Flamengo (Brazil) - Copa Libertadores

MAY 2026
Saturday 2: Racing Club vs Huracan
Sunday 3: River Plate vs Atletico Tucuman
Sunday 3: San Lorenzo vs Independiente
Sunday 10: Argentinos Juniors vs Lanus
Sunday 10: River Plate vs San Lorenzo
Wednesday 13: River Plate vs Gimnasia de La Plata
Saturday 16: River Plate vs Rosario Central
Wednesday 17: Argentinos Juniors vs Belgrano
Tuesday 19: Boca Juniors vs Cruzeiro (Brazil) - Copa Libertadores
Wednesday 20: River Plate vs Red Bull Bragantino (Brazil) - South American Cup
Tuesday 26: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Deportivo Independiente Medellín (Colombia) - Copa Libertadores
Wednesday 27: River Plate vs Blooming (Bolivia) - South American Cup


Schedule subject to change of dates and addition of new matches depending on the progress of the tournaments, please check regularly for updates.

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Teatro Colon 2026 Season


The prestigious TEATRO COLON OF BUENOS AIRES, one of the most important Opera Houses in the world, has announced the program for its 2026 SEASON.

In 2026, Teatro Colon celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Buenos Aires Philharmonic Orchestra by presenting 19 subscription concerts and 8 extraordinary concerts, four of which are outside the venue, reaching an increasingly wider audience.
A season that will feature prominent national and international conductors and soloists, and in which no less than 10 premieres of works will be offered.
In addition to co-productions such as the Great Performers and [Aura] cycles, 2026 will feature proposals such as Astor, Piazzolla Eternal, and the multisensory experiences of the new Immersive Colón cycle, which will open with Monet and continue with Aida.

OPERA
The 2026 Opera Season will consist of seven subscription series and three chamber opera productions. Die Walküre will mark the return of Wagner and German musical drama to the stage of Teatro Colón. French opera will be represented by Jacques Offenbach's The Tales of Hoffmann, with a revival of Eugenio Zanetti’s acclaimed production, which the Theater unveiled in 2019. Contemporary creation will arrive with the world premiere of Dementia, a work that the institution commissioned from the celebrated Argentine composer Oscar Strasnoy.
The Italian tradition, the foundation of this theater's origins, will be present in the 2026 Season with five titles ranging from 19th-century "bel canto", with Vincenzo Bellini's I Capuleti e i Montecchi, a lyric tragedy; Puccini's Manon Lescaut, in a concert version to be presented at Palacio Libertad; Ruggero Leoncavallo's Pagliacci and Pietro Mascagni's Cavalleria Rusticana, opening the season with all the intensity of verismo; and Giuseppe Verdi's monumental Otello. 
The Chamber Opera series will offer the opportunity to experience three essential 20th-century works: Igor Stravinsky's The Soldier's Tale, Weill Brecht's The Threepenny Opera, and Benjamin Britten's The Turn of the Screw.
In this 2026 season, the great Argentine singers of today will be present, assuming leading roles in each of the season's titles, which will also feature some of the most outstanding and valued international figures.

BALLET
The Ballet, under the direction of Julio Bocca, will present 8 productions and will once again feature the star visit of Marianela Núñez, who will star in the opening of the season with Swan Lake and the closing of the season with The Nutcracker.
The Ballet will encompass everything from Tchaikovsky's captivating creations to the world premiere of Borges, a work that pays tribute to the celebrated Argentine writer, commissioned by Teatro Colón and choreographed by Goyo Montero, featuring music by Gustavo Santaolalla and Owen Belton. 
Kenneth MacMillan's magnificent Manon will also be featured this season, which will also include the Argentine premieres of three gems from the 20th and 21st centuries: Études by Harald Lander, Aftermath by the Argentine choreographer Demis Volpi, and Come in by Aszure Barton, integrating the Mixed Program. 
Midway through the season will come the Argentine premiere of Alice in Wonderland, the magnificent creation by Christopher Wheeldon, which will be performed by the Royal Danish Ballet.

CONCERTS
Alongside its work in the operatic field, the Resident Orchestra will present three concerts led by its new principal conductor, the Argentinian Alejo Pérez, dedicated to great works of the repertoire.
Completing the extensive concert season, the Academic Orchestra, Argentina's premier musical institution, will offer a series of eight concerts from March to December.
The Berliner Philharmoniker will return to the stage of Teatro Colón after twenty-six years to offer 3 concerts, led by Kirill Petrenko, its principal conductor and featuring pianist Daniil Trifonov as soloist.

CONTEMPORARY COLON
The Colón Contemporary will offer four new performances in the Main Hall. Featuring five Latin American premieres of works from the 20th and 21st centuries, this series will encompass everything from symphonic genres to major creations for mixed media (acoustic instruments + electronics), opening its season with a screening and live performance of the iconic film Blade Runner.

COLON FOR KIDS
With five titles designed for the whole family, including operas and ballets, the Colón for Children program will feature everything from King Arthur, a semi-opera with magnificent English Baroque music, to Lyrical Tales, two micro-operas based on the imaginations of Argentine writers. These will be joined by adapted versions of The Barber of Seville and Swan Lake, culminating the season with the magic of A Christmas Dream, in which opera and dance intertwine. l

GOLDEN HALL CONCERT SERIES
Structured around 11 thematic axes, the Golden Hall will offer numerous performances dedicated to choral, vocal, and instrumental music.
From chamber music to urban expressions such as tango and jazz, as well as the dialogue between diverse artistic languages, giving rise to young Argentine talents while also paying homage to the great masters of national music.

The full 2026 Season's program (in Spanish only) can be downloaded through this link.

TICKETS:
Tickets for all the 2026 performances can be purchased through the Theater's website, or at the Box office: Tucuman 1171, Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4:45 pm.
(Except May 1st, December 24, 25, 31, and January 1st).

For more information and tickets, visit Teatro Colón official website.
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El Ateneo Grand Splendid, one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world



El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore in Buenos Aires is considered by many as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world.

The building which hosts the bookstore today was inaugurated in 1919 as an elegant theater, the "Grand Splendid", designed by architects Peró and Torres Armengol, with 4 rows of theater boxes, 500 seats, a dome painted by Italian Nazareno Orlandi, and sculptures by Troiani to the sides of the stage, and on the Greek style front marquee. In the year 2000, the building was acquired by Yenny-El Ateneo bookstore and restored to maintain its original features.

Access to the bookstore is free to anyone who wants to visit. Since January 2026, visitors also have the chance to buy a ticket for the "Grand Splendid Experience", an immersive experience to discover the history and transformation of this iconic building from a lavish cinema-theater to becoming the most beautiful bookstore in the world. This experience takes place in the 3rd floor of the building, which until recently was closed to the general public. 
Tickets for this experience can be purchased at the store, and include a coffee/drink with an exclusive close up view of the dome.





In 2008 El Ateneo Grand Splendid was listed in the second place in the list of 10 fairest bookstores in the world, according to Sean Dodson from British newspaper The Guardian: "El Ateneo has retained its former splendor, with high painted ceiling, original balconies and ornate carvings intact. Even the crimson stage curtains remain part of the show. Comfy chairs are scattered throughout, the stage is utilized as a reading area and cafe, and even better, the former theatre boxes are used as tiny reading rooms".

Location: Av Santa Fe 1860, Buenos Aires
Opening times: 
Bookstore: Monday to Saturday: 9 am to 9 pm. Sundays: Noon to 9 pm.
Grand Splendid Experience: Monday to Saturday, 11 am to 7 pm - Sundays: 1 pm to 8 pm.

*Important information about the Grand Splendid Experience: The café and interactive scene area are accessible to people with reduced mobility. There is an elevator available on the ground floor.
The immersive room and the old galleries (where the stage is viewed from above) are located on a higher level, accessible only by stairs. They do not have accessible access because they are part of the theater's original structure, which cannot be modified.
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The Obelisco, symbol of Buenos Aires, opens to the public


The Obelisco, symbol of the City of Buenos Aires, and a National Historic Monument, was built in 1936 to commemorate the 400 years of the first foundation of the city.

In the 1930's, Buenos Aires suffered a major transformation. Diagonals North and South were opened, and also Corrientes street was widened. At the same time, Avenida 9 de Julio started to be built. The Obelisk was planned to become the center of the convergence of these avenues.

The construction of the Obelisk, on a design by architect Alberto Prebisch, started on March 20th, 1936, on the same spot where the National Flag was raised for the first time in the city in 1812. It was inaugurated on May 23rd the same year.

In 2025 Buenos Aires' iconic monument has been renovated to offer an unforgettable experience: for the first time in its 89-year history, visitors will be able to climb to the top of the Obelisk and enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the city from its Observation Deck, at a height of 67.5 meters. 
 
Thanks to the addition of a specially designed elevator that doesn't alter the original structure, you can now safely and comfortably reach the top. The ascent has an added bonus: one side of the elevator is made of glass, allowing you to discover the interior of the Obelisk, and another side features an information screen. 

After climbing eight steps, you'll reach the elevator that will whisk you to level 55 in just one minute. From there, a 35-step spiral staircase leads to the observation deck. Through four strategically placed windows facing the cardinal directions, you'll be treated to an unparalleled panoramic view. The experience lasts approximately 20 minutes and includes a historical and cultural narration.

Tickets have to be purchased in advance through this website: miradorobelisco.com.ar

*Note that, due to technical and safety limitations, the viewpoint is not accessible to wheelchairs or people with reduced mobility.
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Horse Racing: Gran Premio Republica Argentina 2026 & Asado Festival


Hipodromo de Palermo

The "Gran Premio Republica Argentina" (GI), one of the most important classics of the year, will take place on Labor Day Holiday, Friday May 1st, 2026. This outstanding 2000-meter race brings together the best 3 years old and older pure thoroughbred horses of the national and foreign equestrian activity.

The Great Prize "Gran Premio Republica Argentina", that will be run at 6:30 pm, will be the center of a spectacular racing day that will start at 12:00 pm. Other five big prizes (GI) are included in the day's schedule: Great International Prize of the Americas; Breeders' Prize; Great International Prize of Buenos Aires City; Great Prize Jorge de Atucha; and the Great Prize Montevideo.

This fantastic day, celebrating the 150th Anniversary of Hipodromo de Palermo, will feature different activities for the whole family, such as:

✔ Exhibition and sale of products from different Argentine Provinces.
✔ Train to the Start Line: a little train will take visitors near the gates to see the start of the races up close. 
✔ Music shows by Maggie Cullen at 6:00 pm and La T y La M at 10:00 pm.
✔ Special sector with activities for kids.



At the same time, a new edition of the Festival of Asado & Empanada, will take place on from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with entrance through Av. Dorrego and Av. Libertador, with more than 35 food trucks offering the best roasted meats and empanadas from different Argentine regions, and many other options for lunch or dinner.




All the events with free entrance to the public.
The Asado festival may be canceled in case of rain.
Hipodromo de Palermo is located on Av. del Libertador & Dorrego.
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Buenos Aires' International Book Fair 2026

 

The International Book Fair of Buenos Aires celebrates its 50th Anniversary this year.  This historical edition, that will take place from April 23rd through May 11th, 2026 at La Rural Exhibition Center in Palermo, will feature over 1000 cultural activities, including conferences, round-tables, talks with prestigious national and international intellectuals, book presentations, shows, activities for children and teenagers, events for specialists and publishing professionals, and book sales of literature in all languages.

The Fair is the largest of its kind in the Spanish speaking world. It is considered one of the most important cultural and editorial events in Latin America, and a meeting point for authors, editors, book sellers, distributors, teachers, librarians, scientists, and over 1,200,000 readers from around the world that visit it every year.

One of the main features of the Fair is the participation of internationally renowned authors. Some of the notable writers that have visited the Fair for the past 50 years include, among many others: José Saramago, Paul Auster, Susan Sontag, Jorge Amado, J.M. Coetzee, Ray Bradbury, Italo Calvino, Doris Lessing, Mario Vargas Llosa, Rosa Montero, Leonardo Padura, Juan Rulfo, Augusto Roa Bastos, Eduardo Galeano, Hanif Kureishi, Han Kang, Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clézio, Alessandro Baricco y Henning Mankell.

The special activities of the Fair include: the International Poetry Festival; the Book Reading Marathon on May 8th; as well as special sectors for kids and young adults; Story-telling; free workshops; musical shows; book signings... and much more.

The guest country at the Fair this year is Peru, which will offer a number of special activities and the presentation of some of its best authors.

Professional Sessions: On April 21st, 22nd, and 23th, the Buenos Aires Book Fair is open exclusively to book professionals, offering an outstanding training program, the best business opportunities and chances for networking. Mark these dates and be part of the most intense and productive three days of the Spanish-speaking publishing world (requires previous registration, free of charge, through this link).

General Information:
Dates: April 23rd through May 11th, 2026
Location: La Rural Exhibition Center, Palermo, Buenos Aires.
Access through: Ave. Santa Fe 4201; Av Sarmiento 2704; Cerviño 4474

Opening hours:
Monday through Friday from 2PM to 10PM
Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays from 1PM to 10PM

Entry fees:
Monday to Thursday: AR$ 8,000.
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays: AR$ 12,000.
3 Day Pass: AR$ 18,000.

Promotions and discounts:
Saturday, April 25th: Night of the Fair. Free entrance from 8.00 pm to 12:00 am.
Children under 12, free every day.
Monday to Friday: free for teachers, students, seniors, with  the corresponding accreditation.
*The entrance ticket includes coupons with discounts in book purchases.

For further information, visit the 50th International Buenos Aires Book Fair official website.
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Nuestros Caballos (Our Horses) Equestrian Exhibition 2026



The 2026 edition of "Nuestros Caballos" ("Our Horses"), the most important equestrian exhibition in Latin America, will be held at La Rural Exhibition Center from March 24th to March 29th, with equestrian and recreational activities for the whole family.

Visitors will have the chance to see, in the heart of the city, over 1,000 horses specially brought from different spots in the country for this exhibition, from the main breeds that are raised in Argentina: Criolla, Árabe, Cuarto de Milla, Polo Argentino, Silla Argentino, Tiro Argentino, Percherón, Petiso, Peruano de Paso, Appaloosa, Paint Horse, Gypsy Vanner, among others.




The program of activities of "Nuestros Caballos" will include a variety of attractions, such as:

° IV LATIN AMERICAN SUMMIT OF EQUINE THERAPY 
° TAMING CLINICS 
° LOOSE JUMPING 
° NATIONAL BLACKSMITHS' COMPETITION 
° ELITE AUCTIONS OF THE BEST EQUINES 
° ARGENTINE RODEO FINALS (CRIOLLA BREED)
° CARRIAGE EXHIBITION
° INTER-BREED COMPETITION
° PARADES AND SHOWS 
° WESTERN PLEASURE (QUARTER HORSE BREED)
° INTERNATIONAL FINAL OF AMERICAN BREEDS
° RANCH RIDING CLINIC AND COMPETITION
° PONY RIDES
° PARADE OF CHAMPIONS

Visitors will also have the chance to purchase all kinds of traditional Argentinian products, as well as horse equipment and tack.

LOCATION: La Rural Exhibition Center. Av. Sarmiento 2704
OPENING HOURS: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

TICKETS:
General Admission at the door: AR$ 15,000.-

Online rates through www.laruralticket.com.ar
General Admission: AR$ 13,000.-
Family Pack 3×2: AR$ 26,000.-
Retirees: Tuesday 24 & Wednesday 25: free entrance

For More information go to the Exhibitions official website: Nuestros Caballos (In Spanish only).
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2026 Chinese New Year celebration in Buenos Aires



As a preview of the main celebrations, on Sunday, February 8th, at "Plaza Parques Nacionales Argentinos" located on Av. Figueroa Alcorta between Sucre and Echeverria, in the neighborhood of Belgrano, there will be an open day of traditional dances, artistic expressions, typical gastronomy and family activities, marking the beginning of the Chinese New Year month in the city.

Buenos Aires' Chinatown will once again be the center of the Chinese New Year celebration, with a grand festival taking place from Saturday, February 14th to Tuesday, February 17th, coinciding with the Carnival long weekend. For four days, from noon to 8 pm, this area of ​​the Belgrano neighborhood will be transformed into a large open-air cultural stage.

This large-scale artistic and cultural event will include a central show of dragons and lions on tall poles, live Argentine horses, martial arts demonstrations, traditional and contemporary music, DJs, and live performances. There will also be traditional and modern fashion shows, art installations and murals, a performance by urban artist Índigo Ars, robots and robotic dogs, open food and cultural activities, raffles, and other events.

The main event will be on Monday, February 16th, bidding farewell to the Year of the Snake and officially welcoming the Year of the Horse, which begins at midnight on Tuesday the 17th.

Additionally, on Sunday, February 15th, the traditional Dragon Boat Race will take place at the Puerto Madero docks. These competitions combine sport, tradition, and a sense of community, reinforcing values ​​such as teamwork, perseverance, and cultural unity.
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November in Buenos Aires, Jacaranda trees in bloom


Every November is the time of jacaranda trees in bloom, and Buenos Aires gets painted in lavender blue. Jacaranda trees are scattered all around the city, making this the most beautiful time of the year to visit Buenos Aires, for the unique chance to admire these beautiful trees in full bloom.

The first specimen of Jacaranda, a tree original from the North-west of Argentina, was planted in Buenos Aires in 1875 on the inauguration of the 3 de Febrero Park, and since then it has been spread all over the city for its ornamental value in the different plantation programs. 

Some of the most beautiful specimens of Jacaranda trees can be admired in Plaza San Martin; along Avenida Figueroa Alcorta; Avenida Sarmiento; Avenida 9 de Julio; Avenida Libertador near Plaza Francia (Recoleta); Plaza Italia; Plaza Alemania; Plaza de Mayo; Plaza Congreso; Palermo Parks; the Rose Garden, and many streets all across the city.
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2025 Spring Polo Season & Triple Crown


The Argentine Polo Association (AAP) has announced the Schedule the 2025 Triple Crown, made up by three most important Polo tournaments worldwide: Hurlingham Club Open - the oldest Polo tournament in the world; Tortugas Country Club Open; and the world-class Argentine Open Championship, played every year at the Cathedral of Polo in Palermo.

Don't miss the opportunity of attending one of these world class events and watching the best polo players in the world in action! Contact me through this Contact Form, or by email to: sandra@batravelguide.com to inquire about tickets, Hospitality, or private transportation to the Clubs.

The teams participating in the Triple Crown are:

La Natividad La Dolfina (40): Adolfo Cambiaso (10), Poroto Cambiaso (10), Camilo Castagnola (10), Bartolomé Castagnola (10).
UAE Polo (37): Pablo Pieres (9), Lucas Monteverde (9), Tomás Panelo (9), Juan Martín Nero (10).
Los Machitos (32): Victorino Ruíz Jorba (8), Teodoro Lacau (8), Diego Cavanagh (8), Alfredo Bigatti (8).
Sol de Agosto (32): Benjamín Panelo (8), Facundo Sola (8), Paco de Narváez (7), Juan Martín Zubía (9).
La Irenita La Hache (37): Hilario Ulloa (9), Francisco Elizalde (9), Pablo Mac Donough (10), Ignatius du Plessis (9).
Ellerstina-Indios Chapaleufu (36): Facundo Pieres (10), Gonzalo Pieres (9), Antonio Heguy (8), Cruz Heguy (9).
La Ensenada (34): Juan Britos (8), Guollermo Caset (9), Jerónimo del Carril (9), Rufino Bensadón (8).
La Hache Cría & Polo (32): Carlos María Ulloa (8), Joaquín Pittaluga (8), Bautista Bayugar (8), Iñaki Laprida (8).
La Zeta Kazak (30): Louis Hine 6, Lorenzo Chavanne 7, David Stirling Jr 9, Nicolás Pieres 8.
La Dolfina II (31): Lucas Criado Jr 7, Gonzalo Ferrari 8, Mariano González Jr 8, Isidro Strada 8. 


SCHEDULES
(Updates and results in red)

September 23 - October 4
132nd HURLINGHAM CLUB OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP
The Ayrshire Cup
Organized by Hurlingham Club. Hurlingham
*The Final on October 4 will be played at Hurlingham Club.

DATE 1: Tuesday, September 23
Reprogrammed. New date: Wednesday, September 24
1:30 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 29 vs La Hache Cría & Polo 4 (Game 1)
4:00 pm: Ellerstina-Indios Chapaleufu 13 vs Los Machitos 6 (Game 2)

DATE 2: Wednesday, September 24
Reprogrammed. New date: Thursday, September 25
1:30 pm: La Irenita La Hache 14 vs Sol de Agosto 11 (Game 3)
4:00 pm: UAE Polo 21 vs La Ensenada 13 (Game 4)

DATE 3: (Semi Finals I): Saturday, September 27 Suspended for rain
New date: Tuesday, September 30
1:30 pm:  Semi Final Drysdale I: La Hache Cría & Polo 14 vs Los Machitos 18
4:00 pm: Semi Final Open I: La Natividad La Dolfina 13 vs Ellerstina-Indios Chapaleufu 12

DATE 4: (Semi Finals II): Sunday, September 28 Suspended for rain
New date: Wednesday, October 1
1:30 pm: Semi Final Drysdale II: Sol de Agosto 17 vs La Ensenada 19
4:00 pm: Simi Final Open II: La Irenita La Hache 9 vs UAE Polo 13

FINAL Drysdale Cup: Saturday October 4 (Argentine Polo Association in Pilar)
11:00 am: Los Machitos 13 vs La Ensenada 15

FINAL OPEN: Saturday, October 4
4:00 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 12 vs UAE Polo 9
LA NATIVIDAD LA DOLFINA CHAMPION OF THE 132nd HURLINGHAM OPEN

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October 7 - October 25
85th TORTUGAS COUNTRY CLUB OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP
Emilio de Anchorena Cup
Organized by Tortugas Country Club
*All the games will be played at Tortugas Country Club.
*Dates 1 - 4: Free entrance to the public.

DATE 1: Tuesday, October 7 Reprogrammed
New date: Friday, October 10
1:30 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 22 vs Sol de Agosto 12
4:00 pm: La Irenita La Hache 14 vs Los Machitos 15

DATE 2: Wednesday, October 8 Reprogrammed
New date: Saturday, October 11
11:00 am: Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufu 16 vs La Ensenada 15
1:30 pm: UAE Polo 18 vs La Hache Cria & Polo 12

DATE 3: Tuesday, October 14
1:30 pm: Los Machitos 14 vs Sol de Agosto 13
4:00 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 22 vs La Irenita La Hache 8

DATE 4: Wednesday, October 15
1:30 pm: Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufu 17 vs La Hache Cria & Polo 7
4:00 pm: UAE Polo 14 vs La Ensenada 15

DATE 5 (Semi Final I): Saturday, October 18
1:30 pm: Sol de Agosto 19 vs La Irenita La Hache 13
4:00 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 23 vs Los Machitos 7

DATE 6 (Semi Final II): Sunday, October 19
1:30 pm: La Ensenada 18 vs La Hache Cria & Polo 13
4:00 pm: Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufu 14 vs UAE Polo 12

FINAL: Saturday, October 25 Suspended for rain
New date: Thursday, November 30
5:00 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 12 vs Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufu 11
LA NATIVIDAD LA DOLFINA CHAMPION OF THE 85th TORTUGAS OPEN

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November 1 - December 6
132nd ARGENTINE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP
Organized by Argentine Polo Association
* All the games will be played at Campo Argentino de Polo in Palermo.
* Dates 1 - 8: FREE ENTRANCE TO THE PUBLIC

DATE 1 - Saturday, November 1
2:00 pm: UAE Polo 13 vs La Zeta Kazak 12
4:30 pm: Los Machitos 15 vs Sol de Agosto 16 (Game 1)

DATE 2 - Sunday, November 2
4:30 pm: La Ensenada 17 vs La Hache Cria & Polo 18 (Game 2)

DATE 2 - Monday, November 3
4:30 pm: Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufu 11 vs La Dolfina II 9

DATE 3 - Saturday, November 8
2:00 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 22 vs La Zeta Kazak 11
4:30 pm: UAE Polo 16 vs Sol de Agosto 10

DATE 4 - Sunday, November 9
2:00 pm: La Irenita La Hache 23 vs La Dolfina II 13
4:30 pm: Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufu 21 vs La Hache Cria & Polo 10

DATE 5 - Saturday, November 15
2:00 pm: Sol de Agosto 11 vs La Zeta Kazak 16
4:30 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 18 vs Los Machitos 6

DATE 6 - Sunday, November 16 Suspended for rain
New date: Monday, November 17
2:00 pm: La Hache Cria & Polo 8 vs La Dolfina II 18
4:30 pm: La Irenita La Hache 17 vs La Ensenada 14

DATE 7 - Saturday, November 22 Suspended for rain
New date: Monday, November 24
2:00 pm: UAE Polo 15 vs Los Machitos 12
4:30 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 20 vs Sol de Agosto 6

DATE 8 - Sunday, November 23
2:00 pm: La Irenita La Hache 15 vs La Hache Cria & Polo 16
4:30 pm: Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufu 14 vs La Ensenada 12

DATE 9 - SEMIFINAL I - Saturday, November 29 Suspended for rain
New date: Wednesday, December 3
2:00 pm: Los Machitos 10 vs La Zeta Kazak 16
4:30 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 16 vs UAE Polo 14

DATE 10 - SEMIFINAL II - Sunday, November 30 Suspended for rain
New date: Thursday, December 4
2:00 pm: La Ensenada 16 vs La Dolfina II 11
4:30 pm: Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufu 13 vs La Irenita La Hache 12

FINAL - Saturday, December 6 Reprogrammed
New date: Sunday, December 7
4:30 pm: La Natividad La Dolfina 17 vs Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufu 13
LA NATIVIDAD LA DOLFINA CHAMPION OF THE 132nd ARGENTINE OPEN AND 2025 TRIPLE CROWN WINNER.


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Schedules subject to change. Please check periodically on this post for updates.
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Futbol Soccer in Buenos Aires - Calendar of matches 2025


Experience the thrill of attending one of the futbol games in the Argentine Soccer 1st Division in Buenos Aires!

Don't miss the opportunity of attending one of these exciting games the easiest and safest way, with a service that includes tickets, transfers, refreshments, and permanent bilingual guide, provided by the leading companies in football tours. Contact me and make your reservation!

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FIXTURE - SECOND PHASE

JUNE 2025
Tuesday 10: Argentina vs Colombia - World Cup 2026 Qualifiers

JULY 2025
Saturday 12:Huracan vs Belgrano
Saturday 12: Racing Club vs Barracas Central
Saturday 12: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Instituto de Córdoba
Sunday 13: Argentinos Juniors vs Boca Juniors
Sunday 13: River Plate vs Platense
Monday 14: Velez Sarfield vs Tigre
Firday 18: Boca Juniors vs Union
Saturday 19: San Lorenzo vs Gimnasia de La Plata
Saturday 19: River Plate vs Fútbol Club Barcelona - The Legends' Clash
Sunday 20: Independiente vs Talleres
Monday 21: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Huracan
Saturday 26: Racing Club vs Estudiantes de La Plata
Saturday 26: Velez Sarsfield vs Instituto de Córdoba
Sunday 27: Huracan vs Boca Juniors
Sunday 27: River Plate vs San Lorenzo
Sunday 27: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Independiente

AUGUST 2025
Thursday 7: San Lorenzo vs Velez Sarsfield
Thursday 7: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Independiente de Rivadavia
Saturday 9: Independiente vs River Plate
Saturday 9: Boca Juniors vs Racing Club
Sunday 10: Argentinos Juniors vs Union
Friday 15: Racing Club vs Tigre
Saturday 16: Huracan vs Argentinos Juniors
Saturday 16: Velez Sarsfield vs Independiente
Sunday 17: River Plate vs Godoy Cruz
Sunday 17: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Lanus
Tuesday 19: Racing Club vs Peñarol (Uruguay) - Copa Libertadores De América
Wednesday 20: Independiente vs Universidad De Chile - Copa Libertadores De América
Thursday 21: River Plate vs Club Libertad (Paraguay) -  Copa Libertadores De América
Saturday 23: San Lorenzo vs Instituto de Córdoba
Sunday 24: Boca Juniors vs Banfield
Sunday 24: Argentinos Juniors vs Racing Club
Sunday 24: Independiente vs Platense
Monday 25: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Aldosivi
Sunday 31: Racing Club vs Union
Sunday 31: Velez Sarsfield vs Lanus
Sunday 31: River Plate vs San Martin de San Juan
Sunday 31: San Lorenzo vs Huracan

SEPTEMBER 2025
Friday 12: Racing Club vs San Lorenzo
Friday 12: Huracan vs Velez Sarsfield
Saturday 13: Independiente vs Banfield
Saturday 13: Estudiantes de La Plata vs River Plate
Sunday 14: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Union
Wednesday 17: River Plate vs Palmeiras - Copa Libertadores De América
Friday 19: Huracan vs Racing Club
Sunday 21: Boca Juniors vs Central Cordoba
Sunday 21: Argentinos Juniors vs Banfield
Sunday 21: Independiente vs San Lorenzo
Tuesday 23: Racing Club vs Velez Sarsfield
Saturday 27: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Rosario Central
Saturday 27: San Lorenzo vs Godoy Cruz
Sunday 28: River Plate vs Deportivo Riestra
Sunday 28: Racing Club vs Independiente
Monday 29: Velez Sarsfield vs Atlético Tucuman

OCTOBER 2025
Friday 3: Argentinos Juniors vs Central Cordoba
Saturday 4: Huracan vs Banfield
Sunday 5: Boca Juniors vs Newell's Old Boys
Sunday 5: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Barracas Central
Monday 6: Racing Club vs Independiente de Rivadavia
Friday 10: San Lorenzo vs San Martin de San Juan
Saturday 11: Velez Sarsfield vs Rosario Central
Sunday 12: River Plate vs Sarmiento
Sunday 12: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Talleres
Sunday 12: Independiente vs Lanus
Friday 17: Racing Club vs Aldosivi
Friday 17: Argentinos Juniors vs Newells Old Boys
Saturday 18: Boca Juniors vs Belgrano de Cordoba
Sunday 19: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Gimnasia de La Plata
Wednesday 22: Huracan vs Central Cordoba
Friday 24: Independiente vs Platense
Wednesday 29: Racing Club vs Flamengo - Copa Libertadores De América

NOVEMBER 2025
Friday 1: Velez Sarsfield vs Talleres
Friday 1: Independiente vs Atlético Tucuman
Sunday 2: Estudiantes de La Plata vs Boca Juniors
Sunday 2: San Lorenzo vs Deportivo Riestra
Sunday 2: River Plate vs Gimnasia de La Plata
Saturday 8: Racing Club vs Defensa Y Justicia
Saturday 8: Huracan vs Newells Old Boys
Sunday 9: Argentinos Juniors vs Belgrano
Monday 10: Gimnasia de La Plata vs Velez Sarsfield
Saturday 15: San Lorenzo vs Sarmiento
Saturday 15: Independiente vs Rosario Central
Sunday 16: Boca Juniors vs Tigre
Sunday 16: Velez Sarsfield vs River Plate
Sunday 23: Boca Juniors vs Talleres
Monday 24: Racing Club vs River Plate
Sunday 30: Boca Juniors vs Argentinos Juniors

DECEMBER 2025
Monday 1: Racing Club vs Tigre
Sunday 7: Boca Juniors vs Racing Club

Schedule subject to change of dates and addition of new matches depending on the progress of the tournaments, please check regularly for updates.

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Teatro Colon 2025 Season


The prestigious TEATRO COLON OF BUENOS AIRES, one of the most important Opera Houses in the world, has announced the program for its 2025 SEASON.

The opening and closing of the Philharmonic Orchestra season will be with open air concerts, starting on March 8th at Puente de la Mujer.


OPERA

The 2025 Opera season, directed by Andrés Rodríguez, will feature seven titles. It will start on March 9th with Verdi’s Aida, in Roberto Oswald’s historic 1996 staging. 
Il Trittico (Il Tabarro / Suor Angelica / Gianni Schicchi) by Puccini, in a production by the Teatro Comunale di Bologna, will go up in May with stage direction by Pier Francesco and Musical direction by Beatrice Venezi.
Billy Budd by Benjamin Britten promises to be one of the most resonant titles of the season. This is an Argentine premiere, produced by Teatro Colón, with Marcelo Lombardero in charge of the stage direction. It will be presented in July, with musical direction by Erik Nielsen.
Werther is also a new production at the Theatre. Jules Massenet's play will be directed by Rubén Szuchmacher and musically by Ramón Tebar (August/September).
In September, Vincenzo Bellini's I Puritani will be performed in concert version , with musical direction by Maurizio Benini.
After 26 years, Salomé returns to Teatro Colón with its own production. The Richard Strauss opera will be directed by Philippe Auguin and directed by Bárbara Lluch.
La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi will close the season in November, with a stage set by Emilio Sagi and musical direction by Daniel Oren.

BALLET

The Teatro Colón Ballet, under the direction of Julio Bocca, will present five titles in 2025. The season will open in April with Bizet’s Carmen, choreographed by Marcia Haydée, followed by a mixed program (Paquita, Por vos muero, and Chacona). Other highlights include Minkus’ Don Quixote with choreography by Silvia Bazilis and Raúl Candal, Tchaikovsky’s Onegin by John Cranko, and a season finale with The Nutcracker, choreographed by Silvia Bazilis.
In August, an International Gala celebrating the Ballet’s 100th anniversary will feature prominent guest artists.

CONCERTS

The Buenos Aires Philharmonic Orchestra (OFBA) will present its traditional concert series with 18 concerts in 2025. This season features distinguished international soloists and conductors, including Baldur Brönimann, Khaki Solomnishvili, Maurizio Benini, Tito Ceccherini, Srba Dinic, Perry So, James Judd, and the orchestra’s new principal conductor, Zoe Zeniodi.
Verónica Cangemi will lead the first Latin American Opera Studio, a program designed to foster the training of young opera artists and launch their international careers.

The full 2025 Season's program (in Spanish only) can be downloaded through this link.

TICKETS:
Individual tickets for all the 2025 performances on sale through the theater's website, or at the box office: Tucuman 1171, every day from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (except May 1st, December 24, 25, 31, and January 1st).

For more information and tickets, visit Teatro Colón official website.
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Lapacho trees announce the arrival of Spring in Buenos Aires


The splendid specimen in the photo above, is one of the most famous trees in Buenos Aires, popularly known as the "Lapacho de Ezcurra". It is a "lapacho rosado" (Tabebuia impetiginosa), a tree native from the North-West of Argentina, that was planted many years ago by landscape artist Martin Ezcurra in the corner of Ave. Figueroa Alcorta and Mariscal Castilla, in Palermo Chico, and by the end of September every year punctually announces the arrival of Spring with an explosion of pink flowers:



The Lapacho on Figueroa Alcorta Ave above is the most spectacular of all, but there are many other specimens of lapachos scattered around Buenos Aires, like the ones below:




This wonderful spectacle only lasts for a few days, so those who are in Buenos Aires at the end of September / beginning of October will be very lucky to witness it.
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