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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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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Horse Racing: Gran Premio Republica Argentina 2026 & Asado Festival


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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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