Great Straits at Palacio Vistalegre Arena in Madrid

The timeless music of Mark Knopfler returns to the Spanish capital with a monumental tribute concert at an iconic venue. 🎸✨

Óscar Rosende and his band Great Straits present their show "The Great Songs of Dire Straits" to conclude their tour in Madrid, thirteen years after their last performance at this very arena.

🎶 Great Straits – The Great Songs Of Dire Straits

📅 17 December 2026

🕐 20:30

📍 Palacio Vistalegre Arena, Madrid

🎟️ Consult ticket prices on the official website

📖 A sonic journey through the greatest hits of Dire Straits

This production pays tribute to the successful musical career of the legendary British band Dire Straits. The project represents an ambitious musical and technical staging that is unique in Europe, brought to life by nine outstanding musicians on stage.

The concert invites fans to experience live the unforgettable songs composed by Mark Knopfler, recreating with precision and passion the distinct sound and energy of the historic rock group.

🎸 The mastery and endorsement of Óscar Rosende

The show is led by guitarist Óscar Rosende, whose skill has garnered recognition from members of the original lineup. Guy Fletcher, Dire Straits keyboardist, noted: "I was listening to Why Aye Man and I have to say I thought it was our own recording."

This concert marks the grand finale of the tour before new symphonic projects, bringing Knopfler's music back to the Palacio Vistalegre walls after more than a decade of absence.

ℹ️ Good to know: Tour finale. Doors open at 19:30.

✨ A unique opportunity to celebrate the legacy and magic of Dire Straits live.