Essential plans for September in Madrid
3 things you can't miss to get back to the routine with enthusiasm
The cantaora Laura Marchal will perform at the III edition of the Suma Flamenca Joven cycle
Photo: Julián Azcutia
Summer lovers will say that the good times are over but, for many of us, the return to routine and more moderate temperatures is a perfect incentive to enjoy the city again with batteries recharged.
This September comes with force, here we leave you with 3 essential plans in the Region of Madrid to get back to the routine with a lot of enthusiasm:
1. Visit to Alcalá de Henares on Heritage Night
In Spain there are no more and no less than 15 UNESCO World Heritage Cities. Every year, since 2018, they organize a unique event in Europe in which each of these cities opens the doors of its most emblematic treasures at night and give life to their historic centers with cultural activities for free. At Alcalá de Henares one of the 5 World Heritage Sites, you can enjoy the extraordinary opening of the Region of Madrid In Alcalá de Henares, one of the five World Heritage Sites, you can enjoy the extraordinary opening of the Complutum and the House of Hippolytus and the Cervantes Birthplace Museum at night, as well as guided visits to the Parador de Turismo, among other wonderful proposals.
When: September 16, 2023
Where: Alcalá de Henares
How to get there: By car or commuter train
More information: On the website of Heritage Night
Spain's 15 Heritage Cities celebrate Heritage Night on September 16
2. Suma Flamenca Joven of the Region of Madrid
As an appetizer to the SUMA Flamenca 2023 festival, the biggest flamenco event in Madrid, the III edition of the Suma Flamenca Joven cycle will be held. Four days of concerts with flamenco artists under 30 years old with a successful career in the flamenco stages. The event is complemented by a photography exhibition of the legendary photographer Paco Manzano and a round table entitled Women in flamenco art.
When: From September 21 to 24, 2023
Where: Sala Verde de Teatros del Canal
How to get there: Metro Canal
Reservations: Tickets from 9€ on the website of Canal Theatres
Suma Flamenca Joven 2023 series of shows
3. The Traditional Festivities of the Mutiny of Aranjuez
Do not miss the opportunity to get to know these unique festivities of National Tourist Interest. It is an exceptional staging of the historical events that took place in 1808 in Aranjuez. Aranjuez another of the 5 World Heritage Sites, with the fall of Godoy Region of Madrid In 1808, with the fall of Godoy and the abdication of King Charles IV to his son Ferdinand VII. The riparians, dressed in period costumes, recall the events through the streets and squares of the town through the representation of the assault on Godoy's house. In addition, there are concerts and events for all audiences throughout the city.
When: September 6 to 10, 2023
Where: Aranjuez
How to get there: By car or commuter train
More information: On the website of Ayuntamiento del Real Sitio y Villa Aranjuez (City Council of Aranjuez)
The Motín de Aranjuez was characterized as a popular revolt carried out by the people and orchestrated by the then Prince of Asturias, who would become the future King Ferdinand VII.
Photos: Aranjuez City Hall
