Buenos Aires Calendar of Festivals and Events 2010 / 2011
February
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in February - Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- Buenos Aires Tango Festival – occurring late in the month of February and running into March, this event sees some 100 performances by over 150 dancers and musicians.
March
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in March – Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- Holy Week – sometimes falling in April depending on the Gregorian calendar, Holy Week sees locals head to churches across the city for various religious services
- Easter Sunday – the climax of Holy Week is celebrated enthusiastically. After morning Mass, locals enjoy feasting among friends and family
April
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in April - Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- International Festival of Independent Cinema – this annual affair showcases independent movie productions from directors from across the globe.
- Buenos Aires Book Festival – book enthusiasts head to the La Rural Exhibition Complex each April, for three weeks of literary related events.
May
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in May – Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- Feria de Galerias de Arte – held at the Predio Ferial de Palermo every May, this event is an annual showcase of the talents of painters, sculptors, photographers, graphic designers and videographers.
- 2010 : Bicentenary Buenos Aires´s Fundation. Big party in the city.
June
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in June - Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- Anniversary of Carlos Gardel’s Death – for a week in June, locals celebrate the life of Carlos Gardel with tango displays at various venues.
July
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in July - Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- International Video-Dance Festival – held at the Ricardo Rojas Cultural Centre during July, this performing arts event has been a regular feature since 1991.
August
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in August - Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- Dia de San Martin – celebrated across the country on August 17th, this public holiday is a tribute to José de San Martin, the country’s famous liberator.
September
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in September - Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- Buenos Aires International Festival – this biennial event is staged at a number of venues across the city during September. It’s a cultural event comprising performances from artists by across the globe.
October
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in October - Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- World Tango Festival – venues across the city host performances by orchestras, singers and dancers, with some famous names included on the billing
- Festival of Guitars of the World – individuals from the world of guitar playing come to the city each October to showcase their talents.
November
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in November – Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- Buenos Aires Gay Parade – this annual November parade is conducted in memory of the establishment of the city’s first gay group back in 1969. It’s a colourful affair that starts off at Plaza de Mayo and concludes at Avenida de Mayo.
December
Buenos Aires Events and Festivals in December - Buenos Aires, Argentina, AR
- International Tango Festival – yet another tango-related event, this one falls in the first week of December and is a major celebration of all things related to the musical genre








