ICON
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The club
ICON sits right underneath the Teatro Calderón, with its door at number 1 on Calle del Doctor Cortezo, a few steps from Plaza de Tirso de Molina. The theatre opened in 1917 as the Teatro Odeón, on part of the site of the old Trinitarios Calzados convent, and took the name Calderón in 1927.
The club downstairs has a long history in Madrid nightlife: nights such as Fucking Monday and Independance Club were held here in the past. It reopened in 2021 after a refurbishment. Inside there is a stage, a large dance floor and bars that are easy to reach. The most visible area is the Super VIP, slightly raised and set between the DJ booth and the dance floor; there is also a private area designed for big groups and birthdays.
The club presents itself as a cult of the night: it calls its weekly sessions «ceremonies» and offers birthday packs with a personalised sign and a bottle of champagne. Most of the crowd is between 20 and 23, with locals mixing with plenty of visitors.
Which night to go
It opens on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and also on nights before a bank holiday. Each night has its own house session: All Stars on Tuesday, Icon University on Thursday, Iconic Friday on Friday and Iconic Saturday on Saturday. Tuesday and Thursday are handy for a midweek night out without leaving the centre. Special openings, such as long weekends, are announced on its online ticket sales.
The music
The club describes its music as open format: commercial, reggaeton and the latest house trends, mixed on the same night. It does not publish the names of resident DJs. The fuller birthday packs include a short show and a song chosen by the group.
Getting there
The nearest metro station is Tirso de Molina (line 1), a three-minute walk away; Sol, with lines 1, 2 and 3 and Cercanías trains, is also close. By day, buses 17, 18 and 23 stop at Plaza Mayor and bus 26 at Antón Martín. At night, night bus N26 stops at Plaza Mayor, about 340 metres away. The metro reopens at 06:00.
- Address
- C. del Doctor Cortezo, 1, Centro, 28012 MadridOpen in Google Maps
- Metro
- Tirso de Molina3 min walk
- Music
- Chart & commercial
- Dress code
- Smart casual
- Age
- 18+
Dress code and door
The dress code is smart casual: dress up a bit and no sportswear. The door checks clothing and ID closely, so bring your DNI, NIE or passport. The minimum age is 18. There is no need to print your ticket: showing it on your phone is enough.
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Questions
Which nights is ICON open?
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, plus nights before a bank holiday. Any special opening is listed on its online ticket sales.
What time does it close?
It opens at midnight. On Tuesdays and Thursdays it closes at 05:30; on Fridays and Saturdays, at 06:00.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
Yes, while there is still room. Once tickets sell out online, the last ones are sold at the door.
Can I get a refund on a ticket?
Tickets are non-refundable, but you can pass yours to someone else with the name-change tool on its online ticket sales.
How many people fit at a table?
Tables are for six. You can add one more person for an extra charge; a bigger group needs another bottle from the menu.