Get Out! Late night museums, football design, and Chacarita wines

There’s a lot to keep you busy in Buenos Aires this weekend. And although not all of it happens after dark, the major highlight is undoubtedly the biggest Night of the Museums to date. 

More than 350 venues will open their doors for an evening of exhibitions, music, and unexpected discoveries. There’s also a slew of other options if museums are not your vibe, as football gets the cultural treatment at FUTCON, Chacarita invites neighbors to explore its bars and wine scene, and Parque Los Andes turns into a little slice of Seoul for Hanguk Fest. 

Add a film festival in Vicente López, a Herzog-Kinski retrospective and some seriously tempting pop-ups, and you’re all set. As always, the Herald’s got you covered.

Night of the Museums: Buenos Aires stays up late Nov. 14, 7 p.m.–2 a.m.
More than 350 cultural venues across Buenos Aires
Admission: Free

Buenos Aires is gearing up for its biggest Night of the Museums yet, with more than 350 cultural venues opening their doors for an after-dark citywide celebration. 

On Saturday, museums, landmark buildings, and spaces usually closed to the public will offer special exhibitions, hidden collections, and a packed program of events. 

Visitors can expect live music, DJs, light projections, art interventions, magic shows, and immersive experiences. They will also be able to join workshops, guided tours, and theatrical walks. 

Getting around will be easier, too: buses will be free from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m. with a downloadable pass, while the subway will offer free rides from 6 p.m. E-buses will also run every 15 minutes. You can find the full program here. 

Here are some of our recommendations if you don’t know where to start.

MUJU! Museum of Humor  Alsina 417

Buenos Aires is getting a new home for its funny pages. The city’s culture ministry will unveil the Museum of Humor (MUJU!), with a permanent exhibition tracing the history of Argentine graphic humor through works by some of its leading artists. 

The opening will also feature a special display of watercolors and sketches by Caloi, creator of the beloved character Clemente. The museum aims to connect the genre’s celebrated past with the artists giving it a fresh twist today.

Pulpería Argentina Defensa 1350

A 300-year-old San Telmo house makes its Night of the Museums debut with a program steeped in Argentine tradition. Visitors can tour the historic house, explore the Museo Histórico Pulpero, and pay tribute to Doña Petrona, the country’s answer to Julia Child. 

The evening also features historical objects, live folk and tango performances, and a demonstration of the venue’s 1895 player piano.

Colón Fábrica Av. Pedro de Mendoza 2163

The magic of the Teatro Colón leaves the stage and takes center stage at its scenery workshop. For Night of the Museums, sets will be specially illuminated, while hosts welcome visitors wearing original costumes from the theater’s collection. 

Explore the elaborate worlds built for its productions, along with props and wardrobe pieces. There’s even a chance to step inside the cabin from Billy Budd and see the set from within. No advance booking is required, and admission is guaranteed.

Fair and Memory: Music, art, and activism  Espacio Memoria (Av. del Libertador and Ramallo)

Culture, activism, and collective memory come together at Espacio Memoria for an evening bringing human rights organizations, independent artists, and grassroots initiatives under one roof. 

The program includes a popular and cooperative economy fair, a print art market, an open-air radio broadcast, and live music at Casa de la Militancia-H.I.J.O.S. The lineup features Winona Riders, 99dosmil, and El Gran Capitán Afrobeat.

Casa Argento 25 de Mayo 328

A shoe shine and a coffee may not sound like a museum outing, but Casa Argento is no ordinary barbershop. This microcentro landmark is Buenos Aires’ oldest shoe-shining parlor and the only one of its kind still standing. 

For Night of the Museums, it will keep its doors open late, pairing its traditional shoe-polishing service with a café-bar. A chance to step into a little-known corner of the city’s history — and give your shoes a touch-up.

ARA Fragata Sarmiento Alicia Moreau de Justo 900

Before becoming a museum, this historic Argentine Navy frigate spent four decades training naval cadets, from 1899 to 1939. The ship completed 37 training voyages around the world and took part in major international events. 

Now moored in Puerto Madero, it offers a chance to explore Argentina’s naval history aboard a vessel that once sailed the globe. Guided tours will run throughout the night, with a flag-lowering ceremony scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

FUTCON: football meets culture, fashion, and design Nov. 14–15, from 2 p.m.
Ciudad Cultural Konex (Sarmiento 3131)
Tickets from AR$28,000

Football is more than a game at FUTCON, Latin America’s first festival exploring the sport through creativity, innovation, and contemporary culture. Across two days, the event brings together local and international voices for talks, conferences, art exhibitions, a football-shirt fair, and hands-on experiences. 

Highlights include a look at how the Premier League approaches social media strategy in Latin America, a discussion of Argentina’s flag-making subculture with the hosts of Bandera Blanca TV, and a deep dive into every pair of boots Diego Maradona wore throughout his career. Visitors can also customize their jerseys with a team of football-inspired designers; spots are limited.

Freemasonry and its secrets at the British Cemetery Nov. 19, 7 p.m.
British Cemetery of Buenos Aires
Limited spaces; reservations via direct message

The year’s final guided tour of the British Cemetery invites visitors to explore the history and symbolism of Freemasonry through its funerary monuments. From mysterious symbols to the stories behind the graves, the walk offers a chance to uncover a lesser-known side of Buenos Aires’ burial heritage. Advance booking is required.

Francachela party Saturday 14 — 7 p.m. 
Aristipo Libros (Scalabrini Ortiz 605, Villa Crespo)
Free entry

Courtesy of Victor Caivano It is with much confidence that we say that no city in the world blends partying and literature quite as well as Buenos Aires. 

Point in case: La Francachela. This street party organized by used bookstore Aristipo Libros has music, empanadas, wine, good books, beautiful people, and everything else you could want on a Saturday night filled with alcohol and education.

And because the party never really stops, there’s a post-Francachela at La Quince Cultural Space (Corrientes 5426) with a bar and a DJ.

Te Conozco Chacarita!: a neighborhood-wide date  Nov. 14, from 2 p.m.
Various venues across Chacarita
Admission: Free; wine tasting cup AR$10,000, refills AR$6,000

Chacarita opens its doors for a new edition of Te Conozco Chacarita!, a neighborhood-wide celebration featuring more than 150 cultural activities and proposals hosted by local businesses, artists, and community spaces. 

This year’s program also includes Chaca y Vino, a wine-tasting route for those keen to explore the area one glass at a time. Buy a tasting cup for AR$10,000 and pickup a map at NaranjoBar, Corte Taza Estudio, or CantiBar. Refills cost AR$6,000 at participating venues, including Condarco, Lucrecia Vinos, and Guchito. Find the full program here.

Chilean Pisco feast Nov. 18, 9 p.m. to midnight at Presidente Bar (Av. Pueyrredón 2501)
Nov. 19, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. (masterclass) and 9 p.m. to midnight / Tres Monos (Guatemala 4899)

Pisco is getting its moment behind Buenos Aires’ best-known bars. Federico Cuco, Pisco Chile’s ambassador in Argentina, will take over Presidente Bar and Tres Monos for two nights of cocktails showcasing the Chilean spirit. 

The program includes four original drinks made with Capel, Los Nichos, and Profeta, ranging from the vermouth-based Pichuncho to La Banda del Pisco, featuring lavender and lemon. The lineup also includes a spicy Pistón Picante and a pisco twist on the Negroni, dubbed Pisconi. 

On Nov. 19, Cuco will also lead a masterclass at Tres Monos, sharing techniques and ideas for taking pisco beyond the classic sour.

Hanguk Fest 2026: A taste of Korea in Chacarita Nov. 15, noon–7 p.m.
Parque Los Andes (Av. Corrientes and Jorge Newbery, Chacarita)
Admission: Free; food and purchases charged separately

Korean food, music, and traditions take over Parque Los Andes for a free festival celebrating South Korean culture. More than 50 stands will serve fried chicken, mandu dumplings, gimbap, tteokbokki, kimchi, Korean-style hot dogs, snacks, and traditional drinks, with options starting at AR$10,000. 

Visitors can also try Korean calligraphy, brush lettering and traditional knot-making, while the program features folk dances, live performances and cultural activities. Stalls will also offer K-beauty products, cosmetics, and merchandise. Check @hangukfest for weather-related updates before heading out.

FILM Herzog and Kinski at Sala Lugones Nov. 12–25
Sala Leopoldo Lugones, Teatro San Martín (Av. Corrientes 1530)
Tickets: AR$12,000 

Few director-actor partnerships were as combustible as that of Werner Herzog and Klaus Kinski. This retrospective brings their volatile creative alliance to the big screen, featuring all five fiction films Herzog directed with Kinski, alongside the documentary My Best Fiend, in which the filmmaker revisits their peculiar professional relationship. The lineup includes landmark titles such as Aguirre, The Wrath of God, Fitzcarraldo, and Nosferatu. 

Vicente López launches its own film festival Nov. 18–22
Cine York (Juan Bautista Alberdi 895, Olivos)
Centro Cultural Munro (Vélez Sarsfield 4650, Munro)
Admission: Check venue

A new film festival in Vicente López is giving audiences a say in what makes it onto the big screen. The first edition of Vicente López Ciudad del Cine aims to break with traditional festival formats by making public preferences one of the factors shaping its program, alongside input from a newly formed industry panel, the Mesa del Cine VL, and the audiovisual community. The event will also introduce the Premio Lumiton, an annual award recognizing a member of Argentina’s film industry.

The lineup spans eras, countries, and genres. At Cine York, screenings include Agnès Varda’s “Cleo from 5 to 7”, the Argentine classic “Rosaura at 10”, Lucrecia Martel’s “The Swamp”, Pedro Almodóvar’s “Broken Embraces”, Emir Kusturica’s “Underground”, and Stanley Kubrick’s “2001: A Space Odyssey”. Centro Cultural Munro adds “Back to the Future”, “My Neighbor Totoro”, “Alien” and “Terminator 2”. Find the full program here.

POP UPS
S.O.S. Gastropack at Banco Rojo Nov. 15, 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
El Banco Rojo (Bolívar 866)
Admission: Reservations required; see booking form

S.O.S. Gastropack is taking over El Banco Rojo for a one-night pop-up pairing a three-course menu with wines selected to complement each dish. The evening begins with a selection of cheeses and cured meats, followed by braised lamb ravioli with citrus sauce, guanciale, and herbs. Dessert is panna cotta with crumble, pineapple veil, and edible flowers. The meal also comes with three kinds of bread: focaccia, grissini, and brioche. Two seatings are available, at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Reserve your spot here.

Carmen welcomes chef Lucho Losada Nov. 12, from 8 p.m.
Carmen (Gurruchaga 1428)
Admission: AR$65,000 per person; reservations recommended

Palermo restaurant and pasta workshop Carmen is teaming up with chef Luciano Losada for a four-course dinner co-created with its own chef, Nacho Feibelmann. The menu features crispy sweetbreads, prawn and fennel cannelloni, beetroot tiradito, kamado-grilled skirt steak in a pastry crust, and banana and apple fritters with chocolate mousse. Wines by Catena Zapata will accompany the meal, with bread service and unlimited water included in the price.

MUSIC María Becerra November 13-14-15-17-18-19-26-27, 9 p.m.
Movistar Arena (Humboldt 450)
Admission: AR$69,000-170,000

After becoming the first Argentine female singer to fill the River Plate Monumental Stadium, the young pop star will do a residency at Movistar Arena, with a 360° stage setup specially designed for an immersive experience, as part of her “Quimera Tour.” New dates have been added for February 6-7.

Creamfields November 14, from 3 p.m.
Parque de la Ciudad (Av. General Francisco Fernández de la Cruz 400)
Admission: AR$180,000

The celebrated gathering will bring together leading international and local figures from the electronic music scene, with four stages. Acts include Charlotte de Witte, Sven Väth, Faithless Sound System, and Djs Pareja.

Hilda Lizarazu November 13, 8.30 p.m.
Auditorio Belgrano (Virrey Loreto 2348)
Admission: AR$39,000-56,000

An Argentine rock and pop icon celebrates the release of her new album, “La impostora.” The setlist will include her greatest hits and a nod to her tribute to Charly García.

Romeo Santos & Prince Royce November 14, 9 p.m.
Vélez stadium (Av. Juan B. Justo 9200)
Admission: AR$110,000-290,000

The King and Prince of bachata music have been touring the world since April with the songs for their joint effort “Better late than never.”