What to Do in Buenos Aires in April

There’s already a plan for kids to experience a different kind of Easter in the city. From Thursday, April 2 to Sunday, April 5, from 1pm to 7pm, Plaza Sicilia in the Palermo Lakes transforms into Paseo de Pascuas, a themed experience perfect for families.

The proposal is very complete: there’s an Easter Garden designed especially for children and two stages featuring well-known names in kids’ music like Mariana Baggio, Vuelta Canela and Koufequin. Between songs, you’ll come across parades, roaming performers, and, of course, a food area to round out the afternoon. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy art and play outdoors in one of Buenos Aires’ most beautiful green spaces.

Good to know: You can check the full schedule at this link.

Where: Av. del Libertador and Av. Casares.

The Rock en Baradero festival returns on April 3 and 4 at the city’s Municipal Amphitheater, reaffirming its place as one of the great rituals of Argentine rock. This year’s lineup has something for everyone: established acts like Babasónicos, Rata Blanca, Las Pelotas, Catupecu Machu, Turf and La Vela Puerca, alongside current favorites like El Mató a un Policía Motorizado, Marilina Bertoldi, Eruca Sativa and El Kuelgue.

The venue will feature multiple stages, cultural experiences, and a large food area to enjoy throughout both days. Just a short distance from the city, this riverside festival is the perfect excuse for a quick getaway immersed in music.

Good to know: Tickets are still available at this link, with interest-free installment options through Banco Provincia.

Where: Av. San Martín 500, Baradero.

Sharp knives, perfectly cooked rice, and top-level precision: the Sushi World Cup 2026 lands at La Rural’s Ocre Hall on April 4, from 12pm to 8pm. Thirty teams from across Latin America will compete live in front of an audience in a day where technique and culinary creativity take center stage. There are six categories: veggie, shrimp, trout, white fish, nigiri, and—of course—creative sushi.

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Throughout the day, while more than 50,000 pieces of sushi are prepared live, you’ll be able to explore tastings, Japanese cuisine stands, products, and activities related to Japanese culture. Grab your chopsticks!

Good to know: Tickets are available at this link.

Where: Av. Sarmiento 2704.

If you’re looking to connect with a more conscious lifestyle, Bioferia is the perfect event. From April 10 to 12, Latin America’s most important sustainability festival returns to the Palermo Hippodrome for its seventh edition, featuring more than eight stages and 12 thematic areas.

At Bioferia, you can enjoy talks and activities on topics that shape everyday life: food, wellness, mobility, energy, fashion, design, responsible consumption, and more. There will also be live music and activities for kids, making it an ideal outdoor plan from 11am to 6pm to take it easy, get inspired, and bring home practical ideas.

Good to know: Tickets are available at this link, and the event will only be postponed in case of rain forecast for all three scheduled days.

Where: Av. del Libertador 4101.

Italian cuisine is part of our DNA, so when the Italian Gastronomy Festival arrives, it’s a big deal. On April 11 and 12, at Parque Alberti in La Plata, you’ll be able to explore more than 80 stands—including 56 Italian ones—and taste it all: pizza, pasta, panzerotti, porchetta, focaccia, cannoli, artisanal gelato, and much more.

There will be live cooking classes, shows, raffles, and activities for kids, along with a craft fair featuring traditional products. One of the highlights is chef David “El Tano” Veltri, a judge at the World Pizza Championship. Perfect for going with friends, grabbing something delicious, and visiting the city of diagonals.

Good to know: Admission is free.

Where: Av. 38 and Av. 25, La Plata.

Attention film lovers: the Buenos Aires International Independent Film Festival (BAFICI) returns from April 15 to 26 for its 27th edition, promising a major gathering of filmmakers, critics, and audiences. One of Latin America’s most important festivals, it fills the city with national and international indie films across venues throughout Buenos Aires.

Highlights include the Portabella-100 retrospective, dedicated to Catalan filmmaker Pere Portabella, a key figure in political and experimental cinema. Two decades after his first cycle at the festival, it’s a great chance to (re)discover his work.

As always, BAFICI is the perfect plan for binge-watching off-the-radar films and being surprised.

Good to know: The program is available at this link.

Where: Various cinemas across the city.

The Buenos Aires Museum of Modern Art turns 70 and is celebrating in style. From April 16 to 19, it will host talks and guided tours featuring artists, designers, and curators from Argentina and abroad. The highlight will be a conversation between Marta Minujín and the museum’s director, Victoria Noorthoorn.

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On Friday the 17th, there’s Collection Night, with reservations open for a behind-the-scenes look at the museum. On the 18th, the 2026 Program kicks off with the opening of five new exhibitions. The day closes with Modern Night: DJs, live music, and a festive atmosphere.

Good to know: Tickets are available at this link.

Where: Av. San Juan 350.

On April 18, one of the year’s major premieres arrives at the Martín Coronado Hall of the San Martín Theater. Invasiones I: No Bombardeen Buenos Aires is a musical blending history and rock, starring none other than Elena Roger. With concept and direction by Ricardo Hornos and historical curation by Felipe Pigna, the show revisits the British invasions of 1806 through a contemporary lens.

The production features more than 30 performers on stage and a soundtrack inspired by the musical universe of Charly García. A fresh take on local history in one of the city’s most iconic venues.

Good to know: Tickets start at $12,000 and are available at the theater box office or via Ticketek.

Where: Av. Corrientes 1530.

For dance lovers, April brings an unmissable event: on Sunday, April 19, from 2:30pm to 10pm, the DANZ Festival returns to Konex. Directed by renowned choreographer Mati Napp, it offers an immersive day exploring dance from every angle, with open classes, performances, and a 360° experience of live interventions, freestyle battles, and DJ sets.

This edition features international guest Blake John Wood, an Australian choreographer who has worked with artists like Dua Lipa, Kylie Minogue, and David Guetta. A high-energy plan to get moving.

Good to know: Tickets are available at this link.

Where: Sarmiento 3131.

This year, the Buenos Aires Book Fair celebrates its 50th anniversary. From April 23 to May 11, La Rural will host the 50th edition of this literary celebration, always worth visiting—whether alone, with family, or with friends.

Instead of the traditional opening speech, the inaugural event will be a conversation between three Argentine authors: Gabriela Cabezón Cámara, Selva Almada, and Leila Guerriero. For the first time, the guest of honor will be an entire country—Peru, home to writers such as Mario Vargas Llosa, César Vallejo, and Blanca Varela.

For three weeks, La Rural becomes a highway of books, where you’ll find everything from renowned authors to emerging voices, along with reissues, new releases, and hard-to-find gems. As always, there will be signings and talks for readers.

Good to know: You can check participating publishers and bookstores at this link.

Where: Av. Sarmiento 2704.