Matadero

Matadero Madrid is one of the most important and dynamic cultural centres in Spain, located along the Manzanares River.

Housed in a former early-20th-century slaughterhouse, the complex has been transformed into a vast space for contemporary culture and experimentation.

Matadero hosts exhibitions, performances, film screenings, concerts, and festivals that span visual art, design, theatre, music, and digital culture.

It is especially known for supporting emerging artists, critical practices, and interdisciplinary projects.

The industrial architecture has been preserved, giving the centre a raw and distinctive character.

With institutions like Naves del Español, Cineteca Madrid, and Central de Diseño, Matadero functions as a true cultural ecosystem.

Today, it is a key meeting point for artists and audiences, reflecting Madrid’s commitment to open, experimental, and socially engaged culture.