Question 1

I just moved to Madrid and don't know anyone. Where do I start?

Accepted Answer

Go to something small and recurring rather than a big party; in Madrid we currently list 15 social, language, game, book or walking events. Guided garden walk: Campo del Moro — Jardines del Campo del Moro, Thu 22 Oct, 10:30, free; Talk at Museo de San Isidro: the puzzles of ancient geography — Museo de San Isidro, Thu 5 Nov, 18:30, free; Library film club: 'Grease' followed by an open chat — Biblioteca José Saramago, Wed 18 Nov, 11:00, free. More: New in town guide: https://comealone.app/new-in/madrid/ · Language cafés: https://speak.comealone.app/city/madrid/ · Game nights: https://comealone.app/game-nights/madrid/

Question 2

Are there free events in Madrid this week I can go to alone?

Accepted Answer

Madrid has 10 free listings this week; these are the soonest and most varied. Art talk: Caravaggio, intensity made art — Centro Cultural Nicolás Salmerón, Mon 19 Oct, 19:00, free; Guided visit: “Lost Madrid — the Royal Sites” at the Museo de Historia — Museo de Historia de Madrid, Tue 20 Oct, 17:00, free; Workshop: build bird nest boxes in El Retiro — Centro de Educación Ambiental El Retiro, Wed 21 Oct, 10:30, free; Cooking workshop: buñuelos de viento for All Saints' Day — Centro Cultural Eduardo Úrculo, Thu 22 Oct, 17:00, free. More: Library nights: https://comealone.app/libraries/madrid/ · Language cafés: https://speak.comealone.app/city/madrid/

Question 3

Where can I practise a language with other people in Madrid?

Accepted Answer

We list 3 language cafés, exchanges or conversation groups for Madrid, all regular meet-ups. Hello Lola - Language exchange / Intercambio de idiomas — Wednesday, 20:00; Lola 09; free; MadridBabel International Evening — Wednesday, 19:00-00:00; Mana bar; free. More: Language cafés in Madrid: https://speak.comealone.app/city/madrid/

Question 4

Where to play padel as a beginner in Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Start at one of 3 clubs in Madrid with beginner-friendly padel sessions. Rio Arena Padel (via padel4.org) — padel beginner clinic; level: iniciacion; EUR 20 per session. More: Padel & pickleball: https://comealone.app/padel-pickleball/madrid/

Question 5

Is there a board-game café in Madrid where I can go alone?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can walk in alone: we list 1 such place in Madrid. Replay Boardgame Outlet & Café — board-game cafe; Tue-Sun, Sun-Thu 11:30-23:30; 3.50 EUR per person, any duration. More: Game nights: https://comealone.app/game-nights/madrid/

Question 6

What to do on a rainy evening in Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Pick a talk, concert or club night under a roof; we list 8 such evenings in Madrid over the next 14 days and 1 game café. Art talk: Caravaggio, intensity made art — Centro Cultural Nicolás Salmerón, Mon 19 Oct, 19:00, free; Dussehra: Indian festival with dance, fashion and garba — Centro Cultural Casa de Vacas — Parque del Retiro, Wed 21 Oct, 18:30, free; Boleros and tangos with Juan Gorrín — Parque Cerro del Tío Pío, Fri 23 Oct, 20:00, free; Replay Boardgame Outlet & Café — board-game cafe; Tue-Sun, Sun-Thu 11:30-23:30; 3.50 EUR per person, any duration. More: Library nights: https://comealone.app/libraries/madrid/ · Game nights: https://comealone.app/game-nights/madrid/

Question 7

What can a solo traveller do in Madrid after dark?

Accepted Answer

Yes for activities: 17 evening events, groups and game nights are listed in Madrid. For street safety, rely on local official guidance. Art talk: Caravaggio, intensity made art — Centro Cultural Nicolás Salmerón, Mon 19 Oct, 19:00, free; Dussehra: Indian festival with dance, fashion and garba — Centro Cultural Casa de Vacas — Parque del Retiro, Wed 21 Oct, 18:30, free; Boleros and tangos with Juan Gorrín — Parque Cerro del Tío Pío, Fri 23 Oct, 20:00, free; Spanish & International Friends in Madrid - Language Exchanges — Thursday, 20:00; Beer Station / El Chulo; free. More: Game nights: https://comealone.app/game-nights/madrid/ · Language cafés: https://speak.comealone.app/city/madrid/

Question 8

What is on in Madrid this weekend?

Accepted Answer

3 events are listed for Madrid on 24 and 25 Oct, 3 of them free. Buenos Aires in Madrid: tango and milonga classes + DJ — Centro Cultural Casa de Vacas — Parque del Retiro, Sat 24 Oct, 12:30, free; Workshop: discover artisan cheeses of the Madrid region — Centro de Educación Ambiental Casa de Campo, Sun 25 Oct, 11:00, free; Botanical walk: around the world in 80 plants — Centro de Educación Ambiental Dehesa de la Villa, Sun 25 Oct, 11:00, free.

Question 9

How do I join a pickleball game in Madrid alone?

Accepted Answer

You can turn up alone: 1 listed session in Madrid pair you with other players. Lafuente Pickleball Hub Madrid — pickleball open play; level: all levels. More: Padel & pickleball: https://comealone.app/padel-pickleball/madrid/

Question 10

Is there a chess club or open game table in Madrid?

Accepted Answer

You can turn up solo at any of the 5 listed game sessions in Madrid; hosts usually seat newcomers. Gambit Café (chess bar) — chess club; daily, not stated; 3 EUR to play, unlimited games and time; Thursday Social Board Games (El Hachazo Tiro De Hacha SL) — open table night; Thursday, evening; booking listing: from USD 3 shown; Talk at Museo de San Isidro: the puzzles of ancient geography — Museo de San Isidro, Thu 5 Nov, 18:30, free; Guided walk in El Capricho, the Duchess of Osuna's romantic garden — Jardín El Capricho, Fri 20 Nov, 10:00, free. More: Game nights: https://comealone.app/game-nights/madrid/

Question 11

Where can I go for a guided walk with other people in Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Madrid has 13 guided walks coming up that you can join alone. Guided garden walk: Campo del Moro — Jardines del Campo del Moro, Thu 22 Oct, 10:30, free; Botanical walk: around the world in 80 plants — Centro de Educación Ambiental Dehesa de la Villa, Sun 25 Oct, 11:00, free; Guided nature walk: the lake area of Casa de Campo — Meeting point: Metro Lago exit, Wed 28 Oct, 10:30, free; Guided nature walk: Parque del Oeste, section I — Parque del Oeste, Fri 6 Nov, 11:00, free. More: Walk & talk: https://comealone.app/walks/madrid/

Question 12

Are there library events in Madrid for adults?

Accepted Answer

Madrid libraries host 3 events in our listings (3 free), from talks to conversation groups. Immersive theatre with your eyes closed: 'Ibiza' — Biblioteca María Lejárraga, Thu 5 Nov, 18:00, free; Make your own zine: a free fanzine workshop — Biblioteca Francisco Ayala, Thu 12 Nov, 17:30, free; Library film club: 'Grease' followed by an open chat — Biblioteca José Saramago, Wed 18 Nov, 11:00, free. More: Library nights: https://comealone.app/libraries/madrid/

Question 13

Where can I hear live music for free in Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Free music is easy to find in Madrid: we list 6 events. Boleros and tangos with Juan Gorrín — Parque Cerro del Tío Pío, Fri 23 Oct, 20:00, free; Buenos Aires in Madrid: tango and milonga classes + DJ — Centro Cultural Casa de Vacas — Parque del Retiro, Sat 24 Oct, 12:30, free; Dance and live music: 'ECO' by La Figuranta — Centro Cultural Eduardo Úrculo, Thu 29 Oct, 19:00, free; Concert: from operetta to waltz — violin and piano in Vallecas — Centro Cultural Zazuar, Sat 7 Nov, 19:00, free.

Question 14

Are there dance or yoga classes in Madrid I can join alone?

Accepted Answer

Yes: 2 dance, yoga or movement sessions in Madrid are listed. Boleros and tangos with Juan Gorrín — Parque Cerro del Tío Pío, Fri 23 Oct, 20:00, free; Buenos Aires in Madrid: tango and milonga classes + DJ — Centro Cultural Casa de Vacas — Parque del Retiro, Sat 24 Oct, 12:30, free.

Question 15

Are there hands-on classes in Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Yes: 6 workshops, repair sessions or classes are listed in Madrid. Workshop: build bird nest boxes in El Retiro — Centro de Educación Ambiental El Retiro, Wed 21 Oct, 10:30, free; Cooking workshop: buñuelos de viento for All Saints' Day — Centro Cultural Eduardo Úrculo, Thu 22 Oct, 17:00, free; Hands-on workshop: how writing was invented — from first signs to the alphabet — Museo de San Isidro, Sat 7 Nov, 11:00, free; Make your own zine: a free fanzine workshop — Biblioteca Francisco Ayala, Thu 12 Nov, 17:30, free.

Question 16

Where can I find a partner for padel or pickleball in Madrid?

Accepted Answer

1 open play or americano session in Madrid match you with other players on the spot. Lafuente Pickleball Hub Madrid — pickleball open play; level: all levels. More: Padel & pickleball: https://comealone.app/padel-pickleball/madrid/

Question 17

What cultural events are on in Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Madrid has 5 exhibitions, performances and screenings in our data (5 free). Guided visit: “Lost Madrid — the Royal Sites” at the Museo de Historia — Museo de Historia de Madrid, Tue 20 Oct, 17:00, free; Dussehra: Indian festival with dance, fashion and garba — Centro Cultural Casa de Vacas — Parque del Retiro, Wed 21 Oct, 18:30, free; Immersive theatre with your eyes closed: 'Ibiza' — Biblioteca María Lejárraga, Thu 5 Nov, 18:00, free; Go underground: the 17th-century Amaniel water galleries — CIEA Dehesa de la Villa, Fri 27 Nov, 11:00, free.

Question 18

Live music in Madrid: what can I go to alone?

Accepted Answer

Our Madrid listings include 6 concerts and music evenings, with 3 in Oct. Boleros and tangos with Juan Gorrín — Parque Cerro del Tío Pío, Fri 23 Oct, 20:00, free; Buenos Aires in Madrid: tango and milonga classes + DJ — Centro Cultural Casa de Vacas — Parque del Retiro, Sat 24 Oct, 12:30, free; Dance and live music: 'ECO' by La Figuranta — Centro Cultural Eduardo Úrculo, Thu 29 Oct, 19:00, free; Concert: from operetta to waltz — violin and piano in Vallecas — Centro Cultural Zazuar, Sat 7 Nov, 19:00, free.

Question 19

Are there talks or lectures in Madrid I can go to alone?

Accepted Answer

Madrid has 17 learning events coming up (17 free); a talk gives strangers an instant shared topic. Art talk: Caravaggio, intensity made art — Centro Cultural Nicolás Salmerón, Mon 19 Oct, 19:00, free; Reading workshop at CSIC: Schrödinger, Galileo and poetry with Clara Janés's book — CSIC — Calle Serrano 117, Wed 28 Oct, 18:30, free; Talk at Museo de San Isidro: the origins of physics and ancient atomism — Museo de San Isidro, Thu 29 Oct, 18:30, free; Talk: Álvaro de Bazán, the undefeated admiral — Centro Cultural Casa del Reloj — Sala La Lonja, Thu 29 Oct, 19:00, free.

Question 20

What outdoor activities are there in Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Madrid has 15 outdoor listings coming up (15 free). Workshop: build bird nest boxes in El Retiro — Centro de Educación Ambiental El Retiro, Wed 21 Oct, 10:30, free; Guided garden walk: Campo del Moro — Jardines del Campo del Moro, Thu 22 Oct, 10:30, free; Botanical walk: around the world in 80 plants — Centro de Educación Ambiental Dehesa de la Villa, Sun 25 Oct, 11:00, free; Guided nature walk: the lake area of Casa de Campo — Meeting point: Metro Lago exit, Wed 28 Oct, 10:30, free.

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