Madrid becomes a perfect roost for culture vultures once a year when more than 50 dance, theatre and musical groups from countries throughout Europe, the Middle East and America participate in a programme of opera, ballet, dance, music and theatre at about 40 venues throughout the city. The varied selection at this premier cultural festival spans everything from chamber music and classic plays to flamenco and hip-hop. The festival has recently been moved from Autumn to Spring but is still called the Autumn Festival!

Venue: Various

Date: 9 May to 3 June 2013