Holy Week is one of the most anticipated dates of the year. In addition to its religious significance, its playful and festive nature makes it the perfect opportunity to get together with friends, family, travel, etc.
As we all know, the dates of Holy Week vary each year. As a curious fact, we inform you that Holy Week is celebrated on the first Sunday after the first moon following the vernal equinox. Therefore, the dates change every year.
Holy Week with a Madrid essence
Holy Week is intensely celebrated in Madrid. Its location in the center of the country, its international airport, and its excellent train connections to the most important cities in Spain make the capital the perfect place to spend the Easter holidays.
Holy Week in Madrid offers great possibilities. Its extensive business hours and its wide cultural and leisure offerings make it the ideal destination to spend the Easter holidays.
Processions and Highlights
Below, we list the most important processions taking place in Madrid during holy Week, which pass through such iconic locations as Paseo del Prado, Calle Alcalá, and Plaza Mayor.
April 11, 2025
- Christ of the Well and Our Lady of Sorrows (Esteban Carros street)
- Holy Christ of Forgiveness and Most Holy Mary of Mercy. (Melquiades Belcinto Street)
April 13, 2025
- Our Father Jesus of Love (La Borriquita) (Colón Street)
- Procession of Silence (Atocha Street)
- Step of the Holy Christ of Faith and Health (Menéndez Pelayo Avenue)
- The students (San Justo Street)
Holy Monday (April 14, 2025)
- Christ of the Way (Paseo Delicias)
Holy Wednesday, April 16, 2025
- Holy Christ of the Three Falls (Santiago Street)
- Most Holy Mary of the Ancients, the Gypsies (Carmen Street)
Holy Thursday, April 17, 2025
- Our Father Jesus of Great Power and Most Holy Mary of Hope Macarena (Toledo Street)
- Jesus of Nazareth and the Virgin of Solitude
- Divine Captive (General Díaz Porlier Street)
- El Pobre (Nuncio Street)
Holy Friday, April 18, 2025
- Jesus of Nazareth of Medinaceli (Plaza de Jesús)
- Holy Mary of the Seven Sorrows (Atocha Street)
- Holy Burial (Atocha Street)
- Half-bearers (Sacrament Street)
- Christ of Mercy and the Most Holy Virgin of Solitude.
Holy Saturday, April 19, 2025
- Procession of Solitude and Helplessness
In addition to the traditional processions, various events take place in Madrid, such as the famous Tamborrada Maña (Maña drum parade), which marks the close of the festive week and is a spectacle of drums, barrels, bass drums, and timpani that takes place in Madrid’s Plaza Mayor.
In addition, the most representative churches, such as the Royal Basilica of Our Lady of Atocha or the Cemetery Chapel of Our Lady of Almudena, host free sacred music concerts where you can enjoy traditional “saetas”.
What to do in Madrid during Easter Week
Madrid’s culinary offerings are unsurpassed, both in quantity and quality. In the capital, we can find all kinds of restaurants, both national and international, making a visit to Madrid a true delight.
And of course, Madrid is the perfect place to savor traditional “torrijas”, without which no Easter Week is complete. This classic dessert is a must-have during this time of year in all of Madrid’s bakeries and cafes.
And in addition to savoring the culinary delights that Madrid offers, the capital is the ideal starting point for a getaway. From the capital, we can take excursions to nearby emblematic towns such as El Escorial, Toledo, and more.
Your accommodation on Gran Vía: Vitium Urban Suites
And of course, to fully enjoy your visit to the capital, you need the best accommodation. And this accommodation is in Vitium, at 61 Gran Vía. At Vitium, we have all types of rooms, some with a double bed, ideal for couples, and others with two beds, perfect for getaways with friends. We also have triple rooms, ideal if you are traveling with children. And of course, we cannot forget our suites with whirlpool tubs, perfect for relaxing after a full day of exploring Madrid, and for sharing a romantic getaway with your partner.
So, do not wait any longer and enjoy Easter in Madrid and at Vitium!