1 - 31 Jul 2010 (annual) Buenos Aires
Discover the heritage and cultural significance of 500 places across Buenos Aires' 48 barrios at Mi Buenos Aires Querible. There are special exhibitions and workshops and guided walks that explore cultural centres, museums, monuments, parks, bars and other key spots. More
22 Jul - 3 Aug 2010 (annual) La Rural
Argentina's gauchos take over La Rural for the yearly International Rural Exhibition, where the finest cattle are paraded, classified and auctioned off. Watch horse jumping, buy traditional arts and crafts from the countryside and see 19th-century horse carts. More
Apr 2011 (annual) Galileo Galilei Planetarium
Browse stalls of unique and often quirky clothes, accessories and local magazines by Argentina's creative set at the annual Buen Día Festival. Cool bands perform live and people picnic on the grass in the park surrounding the Galileo Galilei Planetarium. More
13 Nov 2010 (annual) Buenos Aires
Around 100 public and private museums across the Argentine capital fling open their doors for Buenos Aires Museum Night every year. Enjoy a stimulating evening of culture under the stars with guided visits, special exhibitions, music, multimedia and theatre performances. More
May 2011 (annual) Buenos Aires
Get a cultural fix on International Museum Day and visit Buenos Aires' government-owned museums for free. Special documentaries, free guided tours and other activities take place. Please check the Museums of Buenos Aires website for further details. More
13 Nov - 4 Dec 2010; Weekends only (annual) Campo Argentino de Polo en Palermo
The fifth-oldest polo competition in the world, the Argentinian Open Polo Tournament was first played in 1893. Held at the Campo Argentino de Polo en Palermo, it is an exciting spectacle and an unmissable occasion for people-watching. More
Sun only Mataderos Fair
Pick up Argentine handicrafts and learn about national traditions at the Mataderos Fair every Sunday. Strollers watch artistic performances and gaucho displays and take part in competitions, games and country dances. Don't miss the homemade regional food. More
Daily; not Mon Isaac Fernández Blanco Museum of Hispanic-American Art
The striking neo-colonial Palacio Noel houses the Isaac Fernández Blanco Museum of Hispanic-American Art. Explore silverware, furniture, religious artefacts, engravings, ceramics and books from the 16th to the 19th century and rest your legs in the leafy Spanish-style garden. More