Buenos Aires

Events Calendar | October and November

I have updated the events calendar with events for October and November in Buenos Aires. Because everything is new for me as well I cannot write about them out of personal experience, but I think there are some events that could be really nice and I will highlight them.

The first event is from October 29th – November 2nd and is Buenos Aires Photo. The result of an open competition (and free choice of theme) of which 12 finalists will show their work at the Palais de Glace. You can see the work of last year’s finalists here. The Palais de Glace (a national monument) is also worth a visit. Originally built as an indoor ice skating ring, it soon started hosting tangoshows. To the horror of the neighbourhood’s elite, because tango was not chique around 1910. The protests faded when tango became more and more an apreciated art form. In 1931 the palace was remodelled by architect Alejandro Bustillo to become a centre for art exhibitions.

Not far from the Palais de Glace is Avenida Alvear (the Bond Street/ 5th Avenue of Bs. As.) where the 3rd edition of Alvear Fashion and Arts will take place from 24-30 October. In this week the exclusive boutiques and shops in will show important pieces of art. Stroll along this beautiful street while enjoying the cultural activities which will be organized. Don’t forget to shop for the latest fashion (if your budget allows it). And if you want to take a peek in one of the world’s most exclusive hotels stop at the Alvear Palace Hotel for a high tea. It also participates so may also host some pieces of art.

© 2008 Maggy Reporting.