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[title]The Night of the Temples 2025 returns on Saturday, November 29, from 8 pm to midnight, to celebrate the spiritual and cultural diversity of Buenos Aires. In its 9th edition, this classic city event invites visitors to explore more than 100 temples of different religions and faiths, with free activities ranging from live music, art exhibitions, and talks to meditation sessions and traditional gastronomy.
For one night only, churches, synagogues, mosques, monasteries, and cultural centers open their doors to share their traditions with neighbors and visitors. Admission is free, with no prior registration required, and the routes can be found on the Night of the Temples interactive map or through Boti (11-5050-0147), the City’s WhatsApp service.
A unique experience of encounter and coexistence
This year’s edition features five guided circuits across different areas of the city: San Cristóbal, Palermo, Centro Sur, Centro Norte, and Belgrano, with departures at 8:30 pm and 9 pm. Each route combines temples, stories, and experiences that showcase Buenos Aires as a true mosaic of cultures, languages, and beliefs.
In addition, Ecobici will offer free bike passes during the event (from 7:30 pm to midnight) for those who want to move from one temple to another on two wheels—up to four 45-minute rides per person.
Night of the Temples 2025: the circuits
San Cristóbal Circuit
Starting at San Cristóbal Parish (Av. Jujuy 1241), passing through the Slavic Evangelical Christian Church (Saavedra 1283) and the Al-Ahmad Mosque (Alberti 1553), this route highlights dialogue among different traditions and communities. At the Al-Ahmad Mosque, there will be talks on Islam and its history in Argentina, with open spaces for questions and discussion.
Palermo Circuit
This route begins at the Armenian Apostolic Cathedral of Saint Gregory the Illuminator (Armenia 1353), continues to El Rey Jesús Evangelical Baptist Church (Cabrera 4656), and ends at Saint George Orthodox Cathedral (Scalabrini Ortiz 1261), where priests will perform Byzantine sacred music in Arabic and Spanish.
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In the same neighborhood, it’s worth visiting the King Fahd Islamic Cultural Center, the largest in Latin America, with guided tours of its majestic mosque, and the Sagrada Eucaristía Parish, home to a mural painted by Norah Borges, sister of writer Jorge Luis Borges.
Belgrano Circuit
Includes Saint Salvador Anglican Church (Crámer 1820), the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery (Crámer 1733)—with guided tours, meditation, and Chinese calligraphy workshops—and the Lutheran Church Cross of Christ (Amenábar 1767). Nearby, you can also visit the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, offering mantra chanting, vegetarian cooking classes, and tastings.
A fun fact: Saint Maron Cathedral in Retiro was built using stones brought from Mount Lebanon, and Our Lady of Fátima Parish in Villa Soldati was the first church in Argentina dedicated to this Virgin, featuring an image brought directly from Portugal.
Centro Sur Circuit
This route begins at the Basilica of San Francisco de Asís (Alsina 380), continues to the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary – Santo Domingo Convent, and ends at Saint Ignatius of Loyola Church, the oldest temple in Buenos Aires.
Very close by is the Great Paso Temple, founded in 1884, considered the country’s first Jewish educational institution.
Centro Norte Circuit
This route starts at Saint John the Baptist Anglican Cathedral (25 de Mayo 276), continues to the First Methodist Evangelical Church (Corrientes 718), and ends at the Mother Church of the German Evangelical Congregation (Esmeralda 162).
In this area, you can also visit the Bene Mizrah Community, with Sephardic music, traditional cuisine, and tours of its historic library.
What to do during the Night of the Temples 2025
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Our Lady of Socorro (Retiro): piano concerts, choir, and university orchestra.
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Fo Guang Shan (Belgrano): guided meditation, blessing ceremony, and calligraphy workshop.
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Saint George Orthodox Cathedral (Palermo): Christmas play and Byzantine sacred music.
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Bene Mizrah Community (Almagro): Sephardic music and traditional dishes.
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Krishna Consciousness (Belgrano): vegetarian cooking and mantra chanting.
A night to open your heart and senses
The Night of the Temples is much more than a religious event: it is an invitation to connect with others, discover new traditions, and appreciate the architectural and spiritual beauty of Buenos Aires under the stars.
When: Saturday, November 29, from 8 pm to midnight. Admission: free and open to all.