# Performing arts festivals in Madrid

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/performing-arts-festivals-in-madrid
> Updated: 2026-09-14T05:52:30.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The Madrid region is hosting a variety of performing arts and cultural festivals during the autumn season.

In late September, the Soto del Real Art and Tourism Center (CAT) launched the fourth edition of its Comedy Festival, featuring monologues, musical parodies, and improvisation. This coincides with a highly active stand-up comedy scene in Madrid, spanning large theaters and local clubs.

Following this, the Siete Villas Festival is scheduled to run from October 3 to November 1, bringing contemporary dance, puppetry, and multisensory experiences to seven different municipalities. Additionally, the Titirimadroño International Puppet, Visual, and Object Theater Festival will take place in the Puente de Vallecas district from October 16 to 25, showcasing international companies from Argentina and Italy.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-14: Madrid hosts various performing arts and puppet festivals

Madrid hosts various cultural events this October, including the Siete Villas Festival in regional municipalities and the Titirimadroño International Puppet Festival in Puente de Vallecas.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/madrid-hosts-various-performing-arts-and-puppet-festivals

### 2026-09-09: Comedy festivals and stand-up shows expand across Spain

Comedy events are expanding across Spain, highlighted by the fourth Comedy Festival in Soto del Real and a diverse array of stand-up performances in various venues throughout Madrid.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/comedy-festivals-and-stand-up-shows-expand-across-spain

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