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MADRID, SPAIN. Where would you like to go today — without having to leave the city? MADbudget has prepared a weekly guide of activities for you to enjoy. Many of them are free, or for a small fee, so get ready to have fun in the city and be sure to check This Week in Madrid regularly for weekly updates!
Hard Candy
Hard Candy scene | via Es Madrid
Hard Candy´s story began with an online chat. Two strangers meet in a cafe for the first time after having chatted online for a few weeks. Hayley (“Hard Candy”) is 14 years old and Jeff – her chat friend – is a 32-year-old photographer. After having coffee, they go to Jeff´s house. However, in this scene we realize that Hayley has actually planned an attack against Jeff to seek revenge for what he did to another girl whom he met online. Based on the film Hard Candy (2005).
When: From June 25 – July 5. Tuesdays to Saturdays at 7:00pm and Sundays at 6:00pm.
Where: Theater Valle-Inclán (Calle de Valencia, 1) (Metro: Lavapiés).
Price: To be determined.
Punk: Origins in Contemporary Art
via Ca2m
Punk is the cultural movement that marked the 70s and 80s. It began in New York and London and later on expanded to different parts of the world. It has had an undeniable influence on contemporary culture and art. This is the concept that the exhibition PUNK, its origins in contemporary art harvests.
When: From Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00am to 9:00pm. Closed on Mondays. Exhibition goes until October 2015.
Where: Art Center Dos de Mayo. (Avenida de la Constitución, 23. Móstoles) (Metro: Pradillo).
Free admission.
Madreat Market
Madreat Market | vía Duendemad
Food truck festival! … You don´t need to know anything else in order for this event to grab your attention. Embracing this New Yorker style, Madreat Market offers you 50 food trucks to choose from complete with Spanish cuisine as well as many other international plates. Enjoy a yummy sandwich and a couple of beers with your friends outdoors this summer. More information and event map here.
Where: Paseo de la Castellana, 89. (Metro: Nuevos Ministerios or Santiago Bernabéu)
When: Friday June 19th from 12:00pm to 6:00pm, Saturday the 20th from 12:00pm to 12:00am and Sunday the 21st from 12:00pm to 6:00pm.
Price: Free admission, food prices vary between restaurants.
Are you up for an outdoor movie?
Summer movie theaters never go out of style. Here is a list of the best places to enjoy movies under the moonlight this summer.