CULTURE IN THE CAPITAL: NEW CULTURAL OPENINGS IN MADRID FOR 2025

In 2025, a range of new cultural projects and spaces are opening up in Madrid, making the capital a cultural hub this year. Read on for information about new exhibitions, immersive audiovisual experiences and dance programmes in Madrid this year.

Enlightenment by PROJEKTIL

‘Enlightenment’, an immersive audiovisual experience by the artistic collective PROJEKTIL is Currently being showcased at the Comunidad Evangélica de Habla Alemana – Friedenskirche Church until 27th April 2025. The show reinterprets Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons through stunning visuals and cutting-edge projection technology. The church's architecture is transformed into a dynamic canvas of light, colour, and imagery, guiding audiences through a 360-degree journey of nature’s cycles. This unique fusion of music has performances running daily from from 6pm-8pm.

Centro Danza Matadero

In February 2025, the Centro Danza Matadero opened in Madrid's Matadero complex, providing a new home for dance. This new venue will host a variety of dance forms, including urban, classical, flamenco, and contemporary. Under the direction of María Pagés the centre will feature 124 performances across 26 shows in its inaugural season, with over 600 artists participating. The centre’s newly renovated facilities, including a main hall with 634 seats, aim to establish CDM as a major European dance hub. The centre will host performances, residencies, co-productions, and educational initiatives, all designed to elevate dance and enrich Madrid’s cultural landscape, with members of the public able to purchase tickets to watch.

Palacio del Capricho Museum

Also set to open in 2025 is the Palacio del Capricho Museum, located in Madrid’s El Capricho Park. The palace is undergoing a major restoration, with an estimated investment of €6.9 million. Once completed, the museum will celebrate the legacy of Josefa Pimentel Téllez-Girón, the IX Duchess of Osuna, who commissioned the palace in the 18th century. The museum will offer visitors insights into the cultural contributions of the Osuna family, while the surrounding park, famous for its blend of French, English, and Italian artistic influences, provides a peaceful environment for exploration. The Palacio del Capricho Museum is expected to open in the second half of 2025 although an exact date has not yet been set.

New Banksy Museum

The new Banksy Museum, which opened its doors on 2nd January features more than 170 replicas of iconic works by the elusive street artist Banksy, offering a tribute to his influential career. The museum not only showcases the artist's work but also aims to provoke thought and discussion around contemporary urban art. It serves as an open platform for reflection on the role of street art in modern society, allowing visitors to engage with the themes of social activism, anonymity, and the intersection of art and politics that are central to Banksy’s work.