April has begun and with it an avalanche of exciting events in Buenos Aires. From celebrating Malbec, to the International Book Fair, a trance festival to BA Food Week, Argentina's capital has a bit of everything this month. Read our guide to the hottest April events, gigs and festivals to make the most of Buenos Aires this month.

Gastronomy

[caption id="attachment_3947" align="aligncenter" width="610"]Food at Masticar | April Events in Buenos Aires April is the season to feast like a king for a good price! / Source[/caption] Buenos Aires Food Week For two weeks, the best restaurants in Buenos Aires will be offering a fixed menu at affordable prices. When: 13 - 26 April Price: AR$150 for lunch, AR$250 for dinner Where: Book your table at your chosen restaurant here. Feria Masticar BA's premier food festival, with plenty of food stands, cooking classes, workshops and a wine bar. When: 16, 17, 18, and 19 April. Thursday: 14:00 - 23:00; Friday - Sunday: 12:00 - 23:00 Price: AR$60 per person, tickets can be bought online Where: 50 Zapiola, El Dorrego - Distrito Audiovisual. International Malbec Day at Lo de Joaquin Alberdi Celebrate the International Day of Malbec by tasting from a selection of over 50 delicious Malbecs at Lo de Joaquin Alberdi winery. When: 17 April, 17:00 - 20:00 Price: AR$200 Where: 1772 Borges, Palermo Soho.

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Nightlife

[caption id="attachment_3948" align="aligncenter" width="610"]State of Trance event This month, forget tango: it's all about trance in Buenos Aires / Source[/caption] Jason Mraz The singer/songwriter, accompanied by the band, "Raining Jane," brings his world tour "Yes!" to Argentina this month. When: 10 and 11 April, 21:00 Price: From AR$400; buy tickets here Where: Teatro Gran Rex. State of Trance Festival Attend the 2015 edition of one of the world's largest trance festivals. When: 11 April Price: From AR$580; buy tickets here Where: Mandarine Park, Costanera. Imagine Dragons The Grammy Award-winning band returns to the country with their "Smoke and Mirrors" world tour. When: 14 April, 19:00 Price: From AR$300; buy tickets here Where: Estadio Cubierto de Technópolis, West Zone. Time Warp The world of techno music will take over the decks for 2 days in the capital. When: 17 and 18 April, 22:00 Price: 1 day pass: AR$400 / 2 day pass: AR$ 750 Where: Costa Salguero, between Rafael Obligado and Costanera.

Culture

[caption id="attachment_3945" align="aligncenter" width="610"]Marina Abramovic Marina Abramović, pictured in "The Artist Is Present," is one of the Bienal Performance highlights. / Source[/caption] Feria Internacional del Libro de Buenos Aires The 41st edition of the Buenos Aires International Book Fair starts this month and is a must! When: 23 April - 11 May; Weekdays: 14:00 - 22:00, Weekends and holidays: 13:00 - 22:00 Price: To be announced; tickets can be bought at the door Where: La Rural, Palermo. Bienal Performance 2015 The boundary-pushing performance art show comes to Buenos Aires for the first time. When: 27 April - 7 June Price: Free; reservations can be made here from 20 April Where: 1335 Angel Carranza (location may change depending on performance). BAFICI - Buenos Aires Festival Internacional de Cine Independiente The annual Buenos Aires Independent Film Festival is on this month with a wide selection of films to choose from. When: 15 - 25 April Price: Varies from free shows, up to AR$50 Where: Venues across the city. View the schedule and tickets here. There is plenty to keep you occupied this month in Buenos Aires - whether you're a foodie, a film buff or a music groupie. In between attending April's hottest events, make sure you don't skip out on seeing the city!
By Thalles Santos | Adaptation Nicole Eberhard