Yes, the World Cup kicks off, and the whole country will now be rooting for Argentina’s championship defense. But there is (some) life apart from it, as the city’s June long weekend promises a diverse mix of international culture and neighborhood traditions, ranging from large-scale gastronomic festivals to intimate vinyl sessions.

Explore French delicacies in Recoleta, sample hundreds of sandwich varieties at the Hipódromo, or head to Chacarita for a high-fidelity sound and culinary pop-up at Strange Brewing this Sunday.

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French Fair at Recoleta

June 14 and June 15, 11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Parque República Oriental del Uruguay (Av. del Libertador, Tagle, Av. Figueroa Alcorta and Austria)Free admission