Every summer, the Glass Gallery of Cibeles Palace turns into a 700-seat cinema under a vast glass dome — climate-controlled, so the show goes on rain or shine. Cibeles de Cine returns for its eleventh edition with more than 70 films — from new releases to restored classics — running nightly from June to September.
What it is
Housed inside CentroCentro's restored glass-roofed courtyard, Cibeles de Cine screens a different film every night of the week, mixing awarded festival titles, box-office hits, cult classics marking anniversaries, and Saturday sessions dubbed for families. Most films are shown in their original version with Spanish subtitles, and every seat comes with wireless headphones for immersive sound.
The 2026 edition pays tribute to Spanish cinema, with a poster designed in homage to Juan Gatti's iconic artwork for Pedro Almodóvar's Volver, the film chosen to open this season.
Alongside the nightly screenings, the cycle runs recurring strands: Thursday's Campari Festival Sessions spotlight awarded arthouse titles, Friday's El País Sessions bring the summer's most talked-about releases, and Saturday afternoons are reserved for family-friendly favorites. A rotating calendar of special guests, themed collaborations, and a gastro-bar area open from 8pm round out the experience beyond the screen.
Why it's worth attending
Few Madrid venues combine cinema with an outdoor city landmark quite like this one: the courtyard sits inside the Palacio de Cibeles, steps from Plaza de Cibeles, with the Glass Gallery's ceiling open to the summer sky. The rotating programme spans over 70 titles in a single season, so there's a reason to return more than once — whether for a recent award-winner, a family classic, or a film marking a milestone anniversary.
Practical info
The venue opens at 8pm for the gastro-bar, art exhibition, and special events, with box office hours from 8pm to 10pm. Screenings start at 10pm sharp and latecomers cannot be seated once the film has begun. Wireless headphones are handed out at the entrance to the seating area and must be worn throughout. The space is wheelchair accessible, with adapted restrooms, a baby-changing area, and induction loops available on request.
July Movie Schedule (16–31 July)
The confirmed lineup for the coming weeks:
- Thu 16 Jul — Amarga Navidad (Drama, 2025)
- Fri 17 Jul — El día de la revelación (Sci-fi/Mystery, 2026)
- Sat 18 Jul — Super Mario Galaxy: La película (Animation/Family, 2026)
- Sun 19 Jul — Moulin Rouge (25th anniversary) (Musical/Romance, 2001)
- Mon 20 Jul — Flores para Antonio (Documentary/Drama, 2025)
- Tue 21 Jul — Backrooms: Liquidación total, extended cut (Horror/Fantasy, 2025)
- Wed 22 Jul — Cumbres Borrascosas (Romantic drama, 2026)
- Thu 23 Jul — Tres adioses (Drama, 2025)
- Fri 24 Jul — Marty Supreme (Sports comedy-drama, 2025)
- Sat 25 Jul — Dentro del laberinto (40th anniversary) (Fantasy, 1986)
- Sun 26 Jul — Belle Époque (Comedy-drama/Romance, 1992)
- Mon 27 Jul — Father Mother Sister Brother (Drama/Comedy, 2025)
- Tue 28 Jul — Pulp Fiction (Crime/Thriller, 1994)
- Wed 29 Jul — El último vikingo (Black comedy/Drama, 2025)
- Thu 30 Jul — Michael (Biopic/Music drama, 2025)
- Fri 31 Jul — Aída y vuelta (Comedy, 2026)
All screenings start at 10pm; August and September titles will be announced later in the season.
FAQ
How much are tickets for Cibeles de Cine?
General admission costs €7 at the box office or €8 online; combo tickets bundling a drink, snacks, or premium seating range from €12.50 to €23.50 depending on the package.
What time do screenings start at Cibeles de Cine?
The venue opens at 8pm and screenings begin at 10pm every night from 25 June to 8 September 2026; late arrivals cannot enter once the film has started.
Are the films shown in English or with subtitles?
Most films screen in their original version with Spanish subtitles, except on Saturdays, when family films are dubbed into Spanish for younger audiences.
Where exactly is Cibeles de Cine located?
The screenings take place in the Glass Gallery, the glass-roofed courtyard of CentroCentro inside the Palacio de Cibeles, at Plaza de Cibeles 1, next to Banco de España metro station.
Does Cibeles de Cine have a fixed lineup for the whole summer?
No — the programme is released in monthly blocks; as of July 2026 the confirmed lineup runs through 31 July, with August and September titles announced closer to those dates.
