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Afternoon parties and afterwork in Madrid (“tardeo”)
Not everyone wants to go out at 2 am. The tardeo (a party that starts in the afternoon) and the afterwork (drinks and music after work) are more and more popular in Madrid: start early, dance just as much and get home at a sensible time. These are the venues we work with that open before the usual clubs.
What is “tardeo” and how does it work
- It starts between 6 pm and 9 pm, while regular clubs are still closed.
- The vibe builds gradually: drinks and music first, and by 9–10 pm it’s a party.
- The crowd is often a bit older: some venues ask for 22 or 23+.
- Many have a guest list with an early cut-off time, so arrive early.
The best afternoon parties and afterworks in Madrid
- Ya Tengo Plan: afternoon parties Thursday to Saturday from 6 pm at different venues around the city, with reggaeton and commercial music. Exclusive vibe, minimum age 23 and smart dress code. Free guest list until a cut-off time that varies by day.
- Green: at Paseo de la Castellana 40, open Thursday to Saturday from 6 pm to 6 am, so you can start in the afternoon and stay all night. Minimum age 22, casual dress code and free guest list all night.
- Marabú: on Calle Ponzano (Chamberí), opens at 8 pm with an afterwork vibe and turns into a reggaeton party until 5:30. Thursday to Saturday; minimum age 18 or 23 depending on the night.
- Kube: in Azca, next to the Bernabéu, Thursday to Saturday from 8 pm to 3 am, with a student crowd and free guest list until 10 pm.
- Dekada: a bar in Malasaña, Fridays and Saturdays from 9 pm to 3:30 am. Reggaeton, mixed crowd and casual dress code — perfect to start the night.
- Hipódromo de la Zarzuela: on selected dates in season, opens at 6 pm and closes at 1 am, with a guest list until 7 pm. A different afternoon plan.
Afternoon or night? It depends on your plan
- After work or on a weeknight: Marabú or Kube, both open at 8 pm.
- An afternoon that turns into a night: Green, open from 6 pm to 6 am.
- An older, smarter crowd: Ya Tengo Plan (23+).
- Start early and move on to a club: Dekada in Malasaña, then a club in the city centre.
Quick comparison
| Club | Area | Nights | Free list | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ya Tengo Plan | Various venues | Thursday to Saturday | Yes | 23+ |
| Green | Salamanca | Thursday to Saturday | Yes | 22+ |
| Marabú | Moncloa · Chamberí | Thursday to Saturday | — | 18+ or 23+ depending on the night |
| Kube | Calle Orense & Azca | Thursday to Saturday | Yes | 18+ |
| Dekada | City centre | Friday and Saturday | — | 18+ |
| Hipódromo de la Zarzuela | Madrid Río | Selected dates in summer | Yes | 18+ |
What about Sundays? Sunday afternoon parties change a lot by season: see Madrid nightlife by day, or message us and we’ll tell you what’s on that weekend.
Tips
- On a guest list, the cut-off time is much earlier than at a club: arrive in good time.
- Check the minimum age: at some venues it’s 22 or 23.
- For birthdays or company groups, ask for a VIP table: there’s more availability at these hours.
- Bring original ID: it’s checked in the afternoon too.
More plans: Clubs open tonight · Free guest list · Clubs for over-25s · Nightlife by day
FAQ
What is a “tardeo”?
A party that starts in the afternoon, usually between 6 pm and 9 pm, so you can dance without staying out all night.
Where are the afternoon parties in Madrid from Thursday to Saturday?
Ya Tengo Plan (from 6 pm), Green (from 6 pm), Marabú and Kube (from 8 pm) and Dekada on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 pm.
Are there afterwork parties in Madrid?
Yes: Marabú opens at 8 pm with an afterwork vibe and Kube also opens at 8 pm. Green opens at 6 pm.
What’s the minimum age?
It depends: 18 at Kube and Dekada, 22 at Green, 23 at Ya Tengo Plan and 18 or 23 at Marabú depending on the night.
More answers in our FAQ. Booking conditions: booking terms.
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