This event is designed to provide information on how to build a secure financial future while staying in compliance with the IRS.

You’ll discover the do’s and don’ts when investing as an American abroad: what not to do (ostrich strategy), how to open a US account from abroad, and what things to consider when investing. You’ll learn about the PFIC and Form 8621.

Speakers: James Levy (Clearwater Private Investments) and Antonio Rodriguez (US Tax Consultants)

Registration is required: https://acmneedtoknowinvestmentsforamericanslivinginspain.eventbrite.com

If you’re an American living in Spain and you have questions about your passport, residency, and/or citizenship, The American Club of Madrid is hosting an event at Schiller University to provide info and introduce you to the new Consul General of the U.S.A., Mr. Christopher Richardson.

They’ll also explain recent changes in passport renewal options and requirements for U.S. citizens, as well as the process and requirements for transmission of citizenship to children born in Spain. If you’re interested in becoming a Spanish citizen, they’ll also provide info on what the process currently looks like.

Speakers: Christopher Richardson (Consul General of the U.S.A.) and Ana Garicano (Sagardoy Abogados)

Registration is required: https://acmneedtoknownewusconsulgeneral.eventbrite.com

The highly popular Rave Market is hosting a psychedelic-themed edition at Shoko nightclub in La Latina this Sunday. More than 40 stands will be selling design and second-hand items, including clothing and accessories. There’ll also be live music, performances, art exhibits and drinks to go around!

Mercado de Productores is an awesome weekend farmer’s market held at the Matadero. You’ll find stalls selling local produce, food trucks, live music and a whole lot more. Here’s a handy map to help you navigate!

Saturday from 11am-7pm and Sunday from 11am-5pm

The city’s trendiest flea market is celebrating its 50th edition this weekend at Museo del Ferrocarril. You’ll find independent designer stands set up along the museum’s train platforms, and best of all, food stalls and music outside.

The vermouth pop-up bar, La Vermuteria, is back at Tipos Infames bookstore in Malasaña this Saturday. Skim through the pages of a new book while you treat yourself to a refreshing vermouth before lunch!

This Saturday Adelita Market will be holding its flea market outside in Plaza Dos de Mayo. Enjoy browsing through the many racks of second hand clothes set up in the bustling plaza and then head over to a nearby bar for a caña or café!

La Casa Encendida is hosting a book fair this weekend with presentations, workshops, discussions, musical performances, and more. This celebration of art and literature serves as a meetup for various independent editorial projects and is open to the public (and family friendly).

smart, the maker of smartcar, is hosting a full week of “electric” events in Madrid to promote their new models: the smart electric drive range.

From April 20-29 you’ll be able to test drive the smart electric drive through the streets of Madrid—with zero local emissions and lots of fun.

There will also be free yoga classes so you can reenergize in more than one way.

The events will all take place at Hotel Only YOU Atocha and test drives will be available from 10am-10pm.

SCHEDULE:

Thursday, April 20: 6pm-midnight: Opening Event

Friday, April 21: 8pm-9:30pm: Yoga Workshop: Breathe to Recharge Yourself by Rique Cheng

Saturday, April 22: 8:30pm-9:30pm: Pheromone Blue Concert

Saturday, April 22: noon-1:30pm: Morning Yoga Class by Pamela Sanchez

Sunday, April 23: noon-1pm: Yoga Class by Rique Cheng (to be announced)

Tuesday, April 25: 8pm-9:30pm: Yoga Workshop: Breathe to Recharge Yourself by Rique Cheng

Wednesday, April 25: 8pm-9:30pm: Yoga Workshop: Breathe to Recharge Yourself by Rique Cheng

Saturday, April 29: 11am-12:30pm: Morning Yoga Class by Pamela Sanchez

On Saturday September 10th DCODE Festival is coming to Madrid to bring you the best of the past two decades of music, both national and international. The line up includes legends such as Jimmy Eat World and Eagles of Death Metal along with current artists like Zara Larsson or Mark Ronson. Get ready for 18 hours of music, food and drinks.