Can you believe it’s already October? The end of the year is so close. Don’t get to Christmas with things to do and get rid of everything you haven’t done yet and you know you want to do. If it’s been a long time since you’ve been to one of the best exhibitions in Buenos Aires, October is your month. And if you simply don’t know what to do in October in Buenos Aires, relax because we have many plans and activities for you.
The Platters at the Gran Rex Theater
This October comes to Buenos Aires an international gala with one of the most iconic vocal groups of all time. With a career that has transcended generations and borders, The Platters arrive led by Barry Smith, original member of the group Los Plateros, to perform the great classics that marked the history of romanticism: don’t miss songs like “Only You”, “The Great Pretender”, “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes”, “Twilight Time”, among many others.
Teatro Ópera📍Corrientes 860
📅October 24
2. Enjoy the heat in the Parks and Gardens.
October marks the definitive arrival of spring in Buenos Aires and of warmth in Buenos Aires, and the city’s parks and gardens are in their full splendor. Visit the Botanical Garden, the Rosedal or Tres de Febrero Park to enjoy the beauty of nature.
3. Celebrate the Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity.
October 12 is celebrated as Cultural Diversity Respect Day. Besides being a holiday, it’s a public holiday, so it’s ideal to plan a getaway near Buenos Aires or a short trip a little further away.
You will also find many celebrations on the streets that weekend in October, as Buenos Aires celebrates its cultural diversity.
4. Celebrate Mother’s Day
This 2024 Mother’s Day is on October 20, so if you don’t know what to do on Mother’s Day in Buenos Aires and would like to find Mother ‘s Day plans that are surprising and fun, there are many and very diverse plans to keep your mom happy for a whole year.
5. Visit these free museums in the city
Buenos Aires is home to a large number of very interestingmuseums and many of these art museums are free on certain days of the week. Take the opportunity to plan to visit all the ones you like without spending a penny.
6. Celebrate International Gin and Tonic Day
October 19 is International Gin Tonic Day and it is a great excuse to go out and visit the best gin and tonic shops in the city, try some of the most innovative drinks and always have a good time with friends.
7. Rod Stewart concert
Rod Stewart returns to Argentina with “One Last Time”, his farewell tour.
After a legendary career, the British artist announced that this will be his last show in the country, an unmissable date for fans who want to enjoy his greatest hits live.
Rod Stewart
📍 📍Movistar Arena – Humboldt 450
📅 October 22, 23 and 24
8. There is also a Juanes concert
The Colombian singer-songwriter returns to the country in October with three unmissable shows: he will perform on October 28 at the Movistar Arena in Buenos Aires, on October 30 at the Arena Maipú in Mendoza and will close the tour on October 31 at the Quality Arena in Córdoba.
📍Movistar Arena – Humboldt 450
9. Make the most of the hot nights from up high
If you do not know what to do in October in Buenos Aires, a great plan to go out at night can be something as simple as going out to have a great drink at one of the beautiful bars with terrace that the city has. Besides having a great time, you will be able to see Buenos Aires at night from the top.
10. Sing bingo or karaoke…the choice is yours.
If you’re running out of ideas to go out this October and you’re desperately looking for plans for an October that won’t be a bore, you have to do something different. And something you’ve probably never done before is going out to play bingo at a super trendy pizzeria, sing with a drag queen or dance on your own restaurant table.
If any of these ideas appeals to you and it’s something to do in October, go ahead and visit one of these restaurants with a show in Buenos Aires.
11. The Night of the Notable Bars
This October 10 comes the Night of the Notable Bars of Buenos Aires.
The Buenos Aires Cultural Nights 2025 have already confirmed dates: one in October and two more in November. Although the full program has not yet been announced, you can already make your schedule and start planning your tours.
The first date will be La Noche de los Bares Notables, on October 10, a unique opportunity to enjoy the most emblematic bars in the city with discounts and special promotions.