Buenos Aires Herald 
The world alfajor championship is going to make this weekend a controversial one (fruit in the grand-prize-winning alfajor is always a questionable decision), so stay tuned for where that one ends up this year.
Less-controversial however, is a wine crawl in San Telmo, a Palermo street art tour, and an English-speaking play about a soul-sucking vampire. Without further ado, your Buenos Aires weekend recommendations.
An English Production of Dracula
Friday 15 and Saturday 16 — 9 p.m., Sunday 17 — 7 p.m.
Centro Cultural San Isidro (Av. del Libertador 16138, San Isidro)
Tickets start at AR$25,000 and can be purchased online
The Suburban Players, the longest running English-speaking amateur theater club in Argentina, presents a reinterpretation of Dracula directed by Peter Macfarlane. Dracula: A Gothic Tale Reimagined is the story of a shipwreck with a dead crew and a mysterious wolf. Curious events begin to haunt the town which seem to be tied to the new neighbor Count Dracula. It all leads to an ancient evil in the shadowy vaults beneath the abbey.
This is the final weekend of the production, so it’s your last chance to grab tickets!
World Alfajor Championship
Friday 15 through Sunday 17 — noon to 8 p.m.
Costa Salguero, Pabellón 6 (Av. Costanera Rafael Obligado 1221, Costanera Norte)
Entrance starts at AR$5,000 tickets can be purchased online or at the door
The fourth World Alfajor Championship gathers hundreds of producers from Argentina, Uruguay, and 10 other countries all showcasing their best alfajores. The event features a blind tasting competition across 19 categories, awarding Gold, Silver and Bronze medals and selecting the “Best Alfajor in the World 2025.”
Visitors can enjoy tastings, masterclasses, live demonstrations, musical performances, and children’s activities. Special focus this year is on regional alfajores, including the Marplatense style. Since 2022, the championship has celebrated the alfajor as a beloved and evolving culinary tradition. Note of warning — Argentines love their alfajores, and this event gets packed. Do yourself a favor and show up as early as possible to at least attempt to avoid the crowds.
Exploring Palermo’s Street Art & Mate Culture
Saturday 16 — 5 to 7 p.m.
Tour goes around various locations in Palermo
A single ticket is AR$25,000, groups of two or more are AR$20,000 per person, reserve online
Learn about the transformation of Buenos Aires’ largest neighborhood, Palermo, from a working-class area to a vibrant hub of designers, artists, cafés and colorful murals. Join Las Argies on a walking tour that reveals the stories behind the street art: who paints it, why, and what it tells us about the city’s past and present.
The experience ends at Casa Caravan with a traditional Argie mate circle, where participants share this iconic ritual: slow, social, and simple. This bilingual tour (English/Spanglish) welcomes both locals and travelers and invites you to discover Buenos Aires like a true porteño.
Sunday 17 — noon
Event begins at Grapín (Bolivar 938, San Telmo) and continues around San Telmo
“Rent” a wine glass for AR$5,000
This Sunday is the second edition of San Telmo Se Copa! wine crawl. Start your tour at Grapín Restaurant where you can rent a wine glass for AR$5,000. There are 14 participating restaurants and wineries around San Telmo where you can fill your glass for AR$5,000. Drop your glass off at Grapín when you’re done visiting all the spots you wanted to go to.
Check out a full list of all the participating venues here — El Banco Rojo, Bocanada and Estación Colombia are also offering empanada promos during the event.