What to do this week in Buenos Aires

A different kind of cultural plan where technology makes you feel as if you could step inside a work by French painter Claude Monet himself. This multisensory experience dedicated to the father of Impressionism arrives for the first time at Teatro Colón, transforming the Centro de Experimentación into a universe of 180° projections, immersive music and storytelling that takes you straight to the heart of his work.

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The journey includes interactive installations, virtual reality, drawing spaces, replicas of artworks and settings inspired by his paintings—perfect for unforgettable photos. The exhibition can be visited daily from 10am to 8pm and runs until February 18.

Good to know: tickets are available via this link.

Where: Viamonte 1168.

One thing Christmas Eve has in common is celebration. No matter how or with whom, it’s a night to toast and enjoy—and we suggest ending it at Deseo. This Wednesday from 11.30pm, the cultural space takes off with an unmissable house music line-up curated by the Vicio Fantasía label.

Carlos Alfonsín opens the night, followed by Pato Mallet and Signo. The decks keep spinning all night long with Loïc, Rockets and Isabella.

Good to know: get your tickets via Venti.

Where: Av. Chorroarín 1040.

This Wednesday the 24th, La Academia will be open 24 hours, with its full menu available and no compulsory festive set menu. The idea, according to owner Jorge López, is simple and honest: anyone can spend the holidays their own way, without overspending or overeating. From a classic picada to the legendary grilled sandwich, everything goes… and yes, there’s also homemade pan dulce, cider and sparkling wine to toast properly.

So now you know: if you’re in the mood for pan dulce in the afternoon or a bite after the party, this historic bar has a little piece of happiness waiting.

Good to know: this format will be repeated on Wednesday, December 31.

Where: Montevideo 341.

If December 25 calls for a relaxed celebration and a shared table, Café y Rotisería Mishiguene never fails. At its Palermo and Belgrano locations, chef Tomás Kalika’s project will be open that day from 10am to 8pm, offering a contemporary take on Jewish immigrant cuisine without losing that comforting sense of tradition. Latkes with trout lox, gefilte fish, falafel, gehakte leber and stuffed cabbage rolls are just some of the highlights.

The star, as always, is the pastrami: cold, in soft white-bread sandwiches, toasted or on pletzalej bread—perfect for unhurried eating. There’s also a full brunch with specialty coffee, fresh juice and pastries.

Where: Cabello 3181, Palermo (Café); Arcos 1521, Belgrano (Rotisería).

This holiday season, the lobby of Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta becomes a small universe of light with L’Arbre de Lumière, an installation that brings together the best of Buenos Aires and Paris in a single piece. At a glance, you’ll spot everything from the Obelisk and Teatro Colón to the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame, all bathed in a soft glow.

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Created together with artist Diego Martínez, this luminous tree—imposing, delicate and 100% handmade—reinterprets Bernardaud’s Candles concept in a contemporary key. It’s crafted from special papers using kirigami, origami and 3D papercraft techniques.

Good to know: it can be visited at any time, every day, in the hotel lobby.

Where: Posadas 1232.

On the night of the 24th, Frenessí presents a different kind of proposal: an experience that blends haute cuisine, technology and sensory storytelling. With just 16 diners per seating, guests are invited on a journey through nine worlds via a paired tasting menu conceived from a techno-emotional culinary approach. Each dish is enhanced with 360° projections, Dolby Atmos sound, lighting and aromas that transform the room in real time.

From the depths of the sea to outer space, via Patagonia, forests and jungle, the journey is as visual as it is delicious.

Good to know: reserve your spot via WhatsApp at +54 9 11 6478-8916.

Where: Juana Manso 1860, Puerto Madero.

December is in full swing at Buenos Aires shopping malls, which fill up with plans for kids, friends or a casual stroll. The agenda includes free shows, creative workshops, festive decorations and, of course, the classic photo with Santa Claus. From concerts and micro-theatre to gift-wrapping stations, letter-writing corners and Instagrammable photo ops, the idea is clear: turn shopping into a leisurely experience.

This Monday and Tuesday, Santa will be at Abasto taking photos with visiting families. On Tuesday night, Alcorta will offer special benefits for last-minute Christmas shopping, while Alto Palermo adds skill games with prizes, artistic bag customisation and a temporary tattoo space for kids.

Good to know: free entry.

Where: Abasto, Av. Corrientes 3247; Alcorta, Jerónimo Salguero 3172; y Alto Palermo, Av. Sta. Fe 3253.

If you enjoy live music and atmospheric plans, Candlelight is an emphatic yes. Candlelit concerts arrive at Teatro Margarita Xirgu to pay tribute to Luis Miguel in an instrumental version, with a string quartet reinterpreting his most iconic classics.

This Friday from 9.30pm, the program will feature anthems like La Incondicional, Culpable o No, Por Debajo de la Mesa, Suave and Ahora Te Puedes Marchar, in an intimate, immersive format lasting about an hour. Seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis within each zone, so arriving early is recommended.

Good to know: tickets are available via this link.

Where: Chacabuco 875.

If you like seeing the city through different eyes, this is a great opportunity. This Friday from 2pm, the Customs Palace opens its doors for a guided architectural tour that invites visitors to discover the history, details and character of this building, declared a National Historic Monument. It’s an ideal walk to understand how it was conceived, how it was built and why it remains an urban gem that impresses from the outside and surprises within.

The tour includes both exterior and interior spaces, with access to the Customs Museum, where the experience is enriched with historical and heritage context. The visit is free, but you need to reserve your ticket via this link.

Good to know: for groups of more than five people or enquiries, write to museodelaaduana@arca.gob.ar.

Where: Azopardo 350.

Rufino raises the bar and takes Buenos Aires grilling to the next level with its first high-end grill tasting menu. Located in the basement of Hotel Mío Buenos Aires, this Recoleta spot teams up with Muge and winery Luigi Bosca to present a nine-course tasting menu that reinterprets the classic asado through the lens of fine dining. Exceptional cuts, precise technique and carefully curated wine pairings turn the ritual of fire into a sophisticated gastronomic journey.

The proposal bears the signature of chef Jerónimo Bichi, who crafts a culinary narrative where each dish represents a different moment of modern grilling: nods to tradition, unusual cuts and renewed versions of beloved Argentine classics.

Good to know: the menu costs ARS 160,000 per person, including water and coffee, and is offered only on special dates with limited seating. Reservations for March 2026 open at the end of December and are handled via email at reservas@rufinoargentino.com.

Where: Av. Pres. Manuel Quintana 465, basement of Hotel Mío Buenos Aires, Recoleta.