Matadero Madrid

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Nada Espontáneo. Una mirada a los 90

An open-air show of 21 portraits by photographer Jesús Ugalde of 1990s Spanish music and film stars, hung on the outside of Nave 15.

Now showingUntil 31 DecFree

Bailad, bailad, malditos (Carlos Aires)

Carlos Aires transforms Nave 0, the slaughterhouse's fire-scarred former cold room, into a haunted dance floor of shored-up metal supports and some twenty screens, part of the Abierto x Obras site-specific series.

Now showing11 Sept – 24 Jan 2027Free

The Odyssey, the Immersive Journey

A ticketed immersive exhibition in Nave 16 built around Homer's Odyssey: staged recreations, an interactive metaverse, multisensory VR, 360-degree projections and a holographic installation.

Now showingFrom 18 Sept€14.90

Carteles Sin palabras

64 wordless posters by Ibero-American designers, each interpreting a single word through image alone, at the Casa del Lector for Madrid Gráfica 2026.

Now showing7 Oct – 15 NovFree

LAB 5: The Mechanics of Truth (exhibition)

A Medialab Matadero group show in Nave Una: unpublished, site-specific installations by five international artists probing how technology reshapes what counts as real.

Now showing15 Oct – 13 DecFree

Visitor Information

Is Matadero Madrid free to visit?

Yes, general admission to Matadero Madrid is free. Exhibitions and outdoor spaces are free entry (capacity permitting); some special ticketed events (e.g. the Nave 16 immersive shows) have separate paid admission.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of Matadero Madrid?

Matadero Madrid is open Exhibition space (Nave 0): Tue-Thu 17:00-21:00, Fri-Sun & public holidays 12:00-21:00, closed Mon. Outdoor courtyards open daily 09:00-22:00 (until midnight via Plaza de Legazpi only). Free entry, capacity permitting. Reduced hours 24 Dec (closes 18:00); closed 25 Dec.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Matadero Madrid?

Matadero Madrid is located at Plaza de Legazpi, 8, 28045 Madrid, Spain, in the Legazpi area of Madrid. The nearest stations are Legazpi (Metro L3, L6) and Legazpi (Cercanías).

What can I see at Matadero Madrid?

A former municipal slaughterhouse turned free contemporary arts hub of installations, design and performance in Legazpi. Current highlights include Nada Espontáneo. Una mirada a los 90, Bailad, bailad, malditos (Carlos Aires) and The Odyssey, the Immersive Journey.

Do I need to book Matadero Madrid in advance?

Matadero Madrid is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Exhibitions and outdoor spaces are free entry (capacity permitting); some special ticketed events (e.g. the Nave 16 immersive shows) have separate paid admission.. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit Matadero Madrid?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.