Explore 105 events and festivals in Valencia, Valencia throughout 2026.
Three Kings Parade (Cabalgata de Reyes) & Epiphany (Día de Reyes)
On the evening of January 5, the Three Kings (Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar) parade through Valencia on elaborate floats, throwing sweets to the children lining the streets before Epiphany morning. It is one of the most anticipated nights of the year for Valencian families.
Candlelight: Tribute to Joan Manuel Serrat
A Candlelight concert paying intimate tribute to Joan Manuel Serrat's iconic songs, performed by a string ensemble surrounded by hundreds of candles at The Westin Valencia. The atmospheric hotel setting and warm candlelight create a uniquely emotional experience for fans of the singer-songwriter.
Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay
A candlelit tribute to Coldplay performed by a string quartet at The Westin Valencia, part of the popular Fever Candlelight concert series. Tracks from the band's discography are reimagined in a mellow, atmospheric setting with hundreds of candles.
Feast of San Vicente Mártir
The Feast of San Vicente Mártir honours Valencia's patron saint on January 22, the anniversary of his martyrdom in 304 AD. The day is marked with religious processions, masses at the Basilica de San Vicente Ferrer, and public festivities celebrating the saint who is considered the first patron of Valencia.
Concert of the Russian Rock Band Splean
Russian alternative rock band Splean, known for their poetic lyrics and driving rock sound, performed at Madison Concert Club in Valencia. The band has been one of the most celebrated acts in Russian-language rock since the 1990s.
Ninot Exhibition (Exposición del Ninot)
From February 1, the Ninot Exhibition at the City of Sciences fills its galleries with hundreds of satirical figures (ninots) submitted by Valencia's Fallas committees, competing to be "pardoned" from the flames of La Crema. Only two ninots earn a reprieve each year and are preserved at the Fallas Museum.
Moors and Christians festival (Moros y Cristianos)
The Moors and Christians festival in Bocairent (Province of Valencia) honours the town's patron saint San Blas with colourful comparsa parades, firework displays, and mock battles through the historic streets. It is a deeply rooted tradition that recreates centuries of local history with elaborate costumes and folk music.
Alice Wonder concert
Singer-songwriter Alice Wonder presented her new album on her national tour at Sala Moon in Valencia. Known for her atmospheric indie pop sound with English and Spanish lyrics, she brings intimate storytelling to her live performances.
Arco live anniversary show
Arco celebrated their 10th anniversary with a special show at Sala Jerusalem in Valencia, performing hits from their career as well as songs from their earlier work with El Puchero del Hortelano. The concert was a milestone event for fans of Valencia's indie folk scene.
“Toda una Vida - Homenaje a María Dolores Pradera” by Nuria Fergó
Nuria Fergó paid tribute to the legendary María Dolores Pradera at the Teatro Olympia in Valencia, performing her iconic songs in a warm semi-classical format. The show honoured the Spanish singer's enduring legacy with arrangements faithful to her beloved boleros and popular repertoire.
Depresión Sonora
Depresión Sonora, Marcos Crespo's post-punk project known for its introspective lyrics and brooding soundscapes, performed at Sala Moon in Valencia. The show combined poetic themes with a driving guitar-driven sound rooted in Spanish alternative rock.
Viva Suecia
Viva Suecia performed at Valencia's newly-opened Roig Arena as part of their 2026 tour, presenting new material alongside fan favourites. One of Spain's most loved indie rock bands, they are known for their guitar anthems and emotionally charged live shows.
Sonido de València – Remember de Les Arts
An outdoor retro-themed DJ event at the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, presenting a "remember" set of electronic classics. The spectacular Calatrava-designed setting provides an iconic backdrop for this open-air music experience.
Mascletàs in Plaza del Ayuntamiento
The daily midday Mascletà in Plaza del Ayuntamiento is one of the most powerful sensory experiences of the Fallas festival. Each performance is a precisely choreographed sequence of firecrackers and aerial explosions that shakes the ground, building to an earth-trembling finale that draws thousands of spectators each day from March 1 to 19.
La Crida
La Crida is the official opening ceremony of the Fallas festival, held at the Torres de Serranos medieval gateway. The Fallera Mayor delivers the traditional speech calling on Valencia to begin its celebrations, accompanied by music, fireworks, and the lighting of the ceremonial fuse.
Dona Festival Fallas
Held at Parc Central ahead of the main Fallas week, the Dona Festival spotlights women in music through a lineup of female artists and bands. The festival promotes gender equality within the Valencian music scene and coincides with International Women's Day on March 8.
Las Fallas Festival (Valencia Fallas)
Las Fallas is Valencia's defining festival, declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Over five days in March, the city fills with hundreds of enormous satirical sculptures (fallas), daily gunpowder mascletàs, the Flower Offering to the Virgin, and spectacular fireworks, culminating in La Crema — the ceremonial burning of all monuments on the night of March 19.
The Night of the Plantà of the Fallas
La Plantà is the overnight installation of the Fallas monuments, when hundreds of artistic sculptural structures are assembled in the streets across Valencia. Teams of falleros work through the night so that the city wakes on the morning of March 15 transformed by these massive works of art.
Presentation of the Fallas awards
The Fallas Awards are presented in Plaza del Ayuntamiento on March 16 and 17, recognizing the best fallas monuments across different categories and districts. The jury's verdict is keenly awaited by the Fallas committees who have spent the year crafting their creations.
Flower Offering (La Ofrenda de Flores)
La Ofrenda de Flores is one of the most moving ceremonies of Fallas, spanning two days on March 17 and 18. Thousands of falleros and falleras in traditional regional costume process through the streets to the Plaza de la Virgen, offering bouquets of flowers to the Virgin of the Forsaken, whose mantle grows into a vast floral tapestry.
La Crema & Parade of Fire (Cavalcada del Foc)
La Crema is the spectacular climax of Fallas, when all the sculptural monuments are set ablaze on the night of March 19. The burning begins with the children's fallas and culminates with the main falla in Plaza del Ayuntamiento at midnight, surrounded by fireworks in a cathartic celebration of fire.
Hans Zimmer - Live - The Next Level
Hollywood composer Hans Zimmer brought his "Live — The Next Level" tour to Valencia's Roig Arena, presenting his most celebrated film scores live with a full orchestra and elaborate stage production. The show features music from The Dark Knight, Interstellar, Gladiator, The Lion King, and many other beloved films.
Maritime Easter Week (Semana Santa Marinera de Valencia)
The Semana Santa Marinera is Valencia's distinctive Holy Week celebration, rooted in the maritime neighbourhoods of Cabanyal and Canyamelar. Over 30 brotherhoods organize solemn processions from Palm Sunday through Easter Sunday, with the Procession of the Holy Burial and the Easter Resurrection Parade drawing the largest crowds.
Valencia Cup Girls 2026
The Valencia Cup Girls is an international youth women's football tournament held in the Valencia region each Easter period. Young players from clubs across Europe compete in age-group categories at venues throughout the province, making it one of the leading girls' football events in Spain.
Laura Pausini
Italian pop star Laura Pausini performed at Valencia's Roig Arena as part of her international tour. One of the best-selling Italian artists of all time, she is known for her powerful voice and emotional ballads in both Italian and Spanish.
Fernandocosta
Fernandocosta performed at the Roig Arena in Valencia, bringing his brand of energetic live music to the city's largest indoor venue. The concert was part of a major Spanish tour.
Valencia International Film Festival
The Valencia International Film Festival screens independent and international cinema across the city's main theatres, celebrating emerging filmmakers and world cinema. The festival is a highlight of Valencia's spring cultural calendar and typically runs over two weeks.
Omnium Gatherum + guest band
Finnish melodic death metal band Omnium Gatherum, known for their atmospheric and emotional sound, performed with a guest band at Sala Rock City in Almàssera near Valencia. The show was part of their European tour.
Night of the Museums
Night of the Museums offers free access to Valencia's participating museums and cultural spaces for one evening in April, with special exhibitions, guided tours, performances, and late-night events. The European-wide initiative attracts thousands of visitors to the city's rich cultural institutions.
IRONMAN 70.3 Valencia
IRONMAN 70.3 Valencia is a half-Ironman triathlon covering 1.9 km of open-water swimming, 90 km of cycling, and a 21.1 km run through the city. The race sold out for 2026, drawing elite and age-group athletes from across Spain and Europe to compete along Valencia's iconic waterfront circuit.
Los Auténticos Decadentes
Argentine rock band Los Auténticos Decadentes brought their energetic ska-rock show to Valencia. Known for their irresistible rhythms and crowd-pleasing performances, they are perennial favourites on the Spanish festival and concert circuit.
FEVER Bachata World Congress 2026 (Games of Hogwarts)
The FEVER Bachata World Congress brings together bachata dancers, instructors, and enthusiasts for workshops, performances, and social dancing in Gandia on the Valencia coast. The "Games of Hogwarts" themed edition offers days of intensive training, international showcases, and evening socials by the sea.
Guasones
Argentine rock band Guasones performed their rock hits at Rock City in Almàssera. Known for their high-energy shows and anthemic guitar rock, the band has built a devoted following across Spain and Latin America.
Mi Amigo Invencible
Mi Amigo Invencible performed at Sala Jerusalem in Valencia, showcasing their blend of Latin pop, tropical rhythms, and indie rock. The band is one of Spain's most beloved crossover acts, known for catchy melodies and a joyful live presence.
Orquesta de la Comunitat Valenciana & Javier Perianes
The Orquesta de la Comunitat Valenciana performed with internationally acclaimed pianist Javier Perianes in a programme of classical music at the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía. Perianes is one of Spain's most celebrated interpreters of Ravel, Debussy, and Falla.
Orquesta de la Comunitat Valenciana & Javier Perianes
A second performance of the Orquesta de la Comunitat Valenciana with pianist Javier Perianes, offered on consecutive evenings at the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía, allowing more music lovers to experience this collaboration between the Valencian orchestra and one of Spain's finest concert pianists.
Mescalina
Rock and alternative act Mescalina performed at Sala Moon in Valencia, bringing their powerful guitar-driven sound to one of the city's leading live music venues.
The Aristocrats
Instrumental fusion trio The Aristocrats — guitarist Guthrie Govan, bassist Bryan Beller, and drummer Marco Minnemann — performed at Rock City in Almàssera, Valencia. Known for their jaw-dropping technical skill and playful compositions, they are one of the most acclaimed acts in progressive rock and jazz fusion.
Solar & Storage Live España 2026
Solar & Storage Live España brings together professionals from the solar energy and energy storage sectors at Feria Valencia. The trade show features exhibitors, technical presentations, and networking opportunities focused on photovoltaics, battery storage, and the energy transition.
The Soundtrack of Our Lives
Swedish indie rock band The Soundtrack of Our Lives, celebrated for their expansive psychedelic rock sound and strong melodic sensibility, performed at Sala Moon in Valencia.
Pub Crawl in the Old Town of Valencia
A guided pub crawl through the bars and taverns of Valencia's historic Old Town, starting at Plaza de la Virgen. Participants receive welcome drinks and discounts at multiple venues, making it an easy and social way to experience Valencia's vibrant nightlife scene.
Pablo Alborán
Spanish pop artist Pablo Alborán performed at the Roig Arena in Valencia, one of Spain's largest indoor venues. Known for his heartfelt ballads and warm vocal style, the show was part of his major concert tour across Spain.
SRT In-Conference (International Educators Fair)
The SRT In-Conference brings together university counselors and international education representatives at Universidad Católica de Valencia for workshops, panels, and networking. The annual fair facilitates partnerships between secondary schools, universities, and educational service providers.
Valencia Tattoo Convention #26
The 26th Valencia Tattoo Convention at Feria Valencia brings together tattoo artists from across Spain and internationally for three days of live tattooing, exhibitions, body art contests, and live music. It is one of Spain's largest gatherings for tattoo culture and body art enthusiasts.
Los Cafres live concert
Argentine reggae legends Los Cafres brought their Latin reggae fusion to Moon Valencia for an energetic evening of roots rhythms, dancehall, and ska. The band has been one of the most beloved reggae acts in the Spanish-speaking world since the early 1990s.
Festival Internacional de Benicàssim (FIB)
The Festival Internacional de Benicàssim (FIB) is one of Spain's most iconic summer music festivals, held in the beachside town of Benicàssim (Castellón). The 2026 edition runs July 16-18 with a diverse indie, rock, electronic, and pop lineup across multiple stages, set against the backdrop of the Mediterranean coast.
Orquesta de la Comunitat Valenciana conducted by Gustavo Gimeno
The Orquesta de la Comunitat Valenciana performed under the baton of internationally celebrated conductor Gustavo Gimeno at the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía. Gimeno, former principal conductor of the Luxembourg Philharmonic, is one of the most sought-after conductors of his generation.
Del Poble Fest (2nd Edition)
The second edition of Del Poble Fest takes place in Tavernes de la Valldigna in the Valencia province, featuring local and regional music acts in an outdoor summer setting. The festival has expanded its offering for 2026 with a VIP zone, new gastronomic areas, and a stronger lineup.
Nit de Sant Joan / Hogueras de San Juan
The Nit de Sant Joan (Midsummer Night) is celebrated on June 23 on Valencia's beaches with bonfires, fireworks, and beach parties marking the summer solstice. Locals and visitors gather at Malvarrosa, Las Arenas, and other beaches to welcome the shortest night of the year with music, dancing, and traditional rituals.
Carmina Burana (several performances)
Carl Orff's celebrated secular cantata Carmina Burana is performed over multiple nights at the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía in Valencia. The production brings together a full symphony orchestra, choir, and vocal soloists in one of the most dramatic and recognisable works in the classical choral repertoire.
The 12th edition of the Gay Games is coming to Valencia
The 12th Gay Games come to Valencia for ten days of international sporting and cultural competition, the first time the quadrennial event is held in Spain. Over 30 sports will be contested alongside cultural events and celebrations focused on equality, diversity, and inclusion, open to all participants regardless of ability or identity.
Valencia Gay Pride Festival
Valencia Pride is a major LGBTQ+ celebration spanning parades, concerts, cultural exhibitions, and community gatherings across the city. The festival draws large crowds to the city centre and the Ruzafa neighbourhood, celebrating diversity and civil rights with a festive and inclusive atmosphere.
BIGSOUND Festival: the musical event of the summer
BIGSOUND is a large urban music event held at the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, centred on non-stop dancing and electronic music performances. The summer event brings together DJs and artists from the national urban scene in one of Valencia's most spectacular architectural settings.
Feria de Julio / Gran Feria de Valencia
The Gran Feria de Valencia is a month-long summer festival running throughout July, one of the oldest and most beloved celebrations in the city. It features open-air concerts at the Jardines del Real, nightly fireworks, the spectacular Battle of Flowers parade, fairground attractions, and street performances across the city.
Concert Season at Palau de les Arts
The Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía, Valencia's world-class opera house designed by Santiago Calatrava, presents a full season of concerts, opera, and orchestral programmes throughout July. The City of Arts and Sciences setting makes it one of the most visually spectacular venues for classical music in Europe.
El Último De La Fila
Spanish rock duo El Último de la Fila — Manolo García and Quimi Portet — performed a major reunion concert at Valencia's stadium. Known for their folk-inflected rock and literary lyrics, they are one of the most celebrated acts in Spanish music history.
Alejandro Sanz - “¿Y Ahora Qué?” Tour
Latin pop superstar Alejandro Sanz brought his "¿Y Ahora Qué?" tour to the Estadio de Valencia. One of Spain's greatest ever pop artists and a multiple Grammy winner, his concerts are renowned for their emotional intensity and spectacular production.
Valencia Endanza 2026
Valencia Endanza is an intensive two-week dance training programme offering workshops and masterclasses in classical, contemporary, Spanish, jazz, and character dance. The 2026 edition concludes with a closing gala showcasing the work of participating students alongside guest teachers.
Valencia International Jazz Festival
The Valencia International Jazz Festival brings ten days of live jazz concerts to the historic venues and open-air spaces of the Ciutat Vella neighbourhood. The festival attracts Spanish and international artists across a range of jazz styles from traditional to contemporary, making it one of the leading summer jazz events in eastern Spain.
Men’s EuroHockey U21 Championship
Valencia hosted the Men's EuroHockey U21 Championship, bringing together the best national under-21 men's field hockey teams from across Europe. The tournament is one of the key events in the European hockey calendar and serves as a development pathway for future senior internationals.
Festivities in Ayora
The summer fiestas in Ayora (Valencia Province) bring multiple days of processions, outdoor concerts, community gatherings, and traditional activities centred on local patron saint celebrations. Ayora's fiestas are deeply rooted in the town's heritage in the interior highlands of Valencia.
Fira de Xàtiva / August Fair (Fira d’Agost)
The Fira d'Agost in Xàtiva traces its origins to a royal charter granted by King Jaime I in 1250, making it one of the oldest fairs in the Valencia region. The August festival features concerts, theatre, street markets, bullfights, folklore performances, fireworks, and competitions across this historic hilltop city.
Cofrentes Summer Fiestas (Festes d’August)
The August fiestas in Cofrentes honour the Assumption of Mary with colourful floats, open-air dances, concerts, a medieval market, sports competitions, and community events. Cofrentes, set at the confluence of the Cabriel and Júcar rivers near the nuclear power plant, celebrates its patronal festivities with great local enthusiasm.
La Tomatina
La Tomatina is the world's most famous food fight, held annually on the last Wednesday of August in the town of Buñol. Tens of thousands of participants hurl overripe tomatoes in a 60-minute battle through the narrow streets, creating a sea of red pulp before the town is hosed clean. Tickets are required and numbers are capped.
Fiestas Patronales y Populares de Rafelbunyol (Patron Saint / Summer Town Festival)
The Fiestas Patronales y Populares de Rafelbunyol are the town's biggest annual celebration, blending patron saint devotion with popular festivities over several days. Events include processions, open-air concerts, fireworks, sporting competitions, and community gatherings marking the end of summer.
La Mare de Déu de la Salut Festival
The Festivity of La Mare de Déu de la Salut in Algemesí is inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Held on September 7 and 8, the festival features elaborately choreographed processions combining music, dance, and living sculptures performed by hundreds of townspeople in traditional costume.
Valencia Fashion Week
Valencia Fashion Week showcases emerging and established designers across the Ruzafa neighbourhood's showrooms and pop-up venues. The September event is a growing fixture in Spain's fashion calendar, highlighting Valencia's creative scene and attracting buyers and media from across the country.
Fiesta de l’Arrós / Rice Festival
The Fiesta de l'Arrós in Sueca celebrates Valencia's most iconic ingredient with the International Valencian Paella Competition (Concurs Internacional de Paella Valenciana), the world's most prestigious paella contest since 1961. Dozens of professional cooks compete over wood fires in Plaza Mayor while local food markets and cultural events fill the surrounding streets.
European Heritage Days
European Heritage Days offer free access to Valencia's historic buildings, monuments, and cultural institutions for one weekend in September. The pan-European initiative invites the public to explore normally closed or ticketed heritage sites, with guided tours, exhibitions, and special programming.
Fiestas Patronales & Moros y Cristianos in honor of the Virgen del Remedio
The Fiestas Patronales of Albaida honour the Virgen del Remedio with religious masses, processions, and Moors and Christians parades and mock battles through the town. The festivities combine deep devotional tradition with the colourful theatrical spectacle of the historic Moorish-Christian conflict.
Valencia Book Fair
The Valencia Book Fair takes place amid the trees of the Jardines del Real (Viveros), bringing together publishers, booksellers, and readers for two weeks of author readings, book signings, presentations, and cultural activities. It is one of the most pleasant book fairs in Spain, combining literature with the green beauty of Valencia's oldest public garden.
Bullfight on Valencian Community Day
As part of Valencia's Valencian Community Day festivities on October 9, the bullring hosts the final corrida of the season. Bullfighting is a traditional part of the autumn celebrations in Valencia, drawing aficionados for what is historically the last major fight of the year at the Plaza de Toros.
Valencian Community Day
Valencian Community Day (Dia de la Comunitat Valenciana) on October 9 marks the anniversary of King James I's entry into Valencia in 1238, ending Moorish rule. The regional holiday is celebrated with civic processions, historical reenactments, fireworks, and the traditional sharing of marzipan mocaorà sweets throughout the city.
Contemporary Art Week
Contemporary Art Week brings together galleries, the IVAM contemporary art museum, and cultural spaces in the Barrio del Carmen for a week of exhibitions, openings, artist talks, and guided tours. The autumn event highlights Valencia's active contemporary art scene and makes the neighbourhood's creative institutions especially accessible.
Valencia Digital Summit 2025
The Valencia Digital Summit (VDS) is one of Europe's most prominent tech startup events, held at the City of Arts and Sciences since 2018. The summit brings together leading startups, major corporations, and investors for two days of keynotes, networking, and deal-making, reinforcing Valencia's position as a growing European tech hub.
La Fúmiga farewell concert
Valencian band La Fúmiga bid farewell to their fans with a celebratory concert at the Roig Arena, marking 13 years of beloved Valencian-language pop music. The show featured hits, surprises, and guest collaborations — a fitting send-off for one of the most successful indie groups in the history of Valencia's music scene.
Windsurf Festival in Valencia
A three-day windsurfing festival held in Valencia's harbour dock, featuring competitive regattas, freestyle demonstrations, and beachside activities. The Mediterranean setting and consistent winds make Valencia's port an ideal venue for this celebration of windsurfing culture.
All Saints' Day (Todos los Santos)
All Saints' Day is a national public holiday in Spain when families visit cemeteries, lay floral tributes, and gather to honour deceased relatives. In Valencia, the day is also associated with the traditional giving of marzipan sweets (panellets) and is celebrated with a reflective and communal spirit.
INDUFERIAS - HINCHALIA 2026
INDUFERIAS — HINCHALIA is a specialized trade fair for the amusement, entertainment, and leisure industry, held at Feria Valencia. Manufacturers and suppliers of funfair attractions, playground equipment, slot machines, and arcade accessories gather here to showcase their latest products to industry professionals.
LOS40 Music Awards Santander 2025
The LOS40 Music Awards ceremony at Valencia's Roig Arena celebrates the year in Spanish and international pop music. The 2026 edition marks the 20th anniversary of the awards, with artists including Ed Sheeran, Aitana, Dani Martín, Rels B, and Pablo Alborán performing and receiving recognition, broadcast globally.
Vibra Mahou Fest
Vibra Mahou Fest is a music festival at Valencia Marina showcasing artists from Spain's urban and indie scene across multiple genres. The waterfront setting of Valencia's port adds a distinctive atmosphere to this autumn musical event.
"Dinner Show - Rock Legends" in Valencia
The "Rock Legends" Dinner Show at Casino Cirsa Valencia combines a three-course dinner with a live performance of classic rock anthems, inviting guests to sing along to the greatest hits of rock history in a theatrical dining format.
Fira de Tots Sants
The Fira de Tots Sants in Cocentaina is one of the oldest and most important fairs in the Valencia region, dating back to the 13th century. Held around All Saints' Day, the multi-day event features livestock sales, artisan crafts, local produce, cultural performances, and traditional activities drawing visitors from across the region.
The Kiev Ballet returns to the Olympia Theatre with "Swan Lake"
The Kiev Ballet returned to the Olympia Theatre in Valencia with their production of Swan Lake, Tchaikovsky's timeless masterpiece of romantic ballet. The Kiev Ballet is known for bringing classical productions to audiences across Europe with full orchestra, elaborate costumes, and traditional choreography.
MotoGP Valencia Grand Prix
The MotoGP Grand Prix of Valencia at Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Cheste is traditionally the season finale of the MotoGP World Championship, making it one of the most dramatic weekends in motorsport. Riders compete on a circuit renowned for its overtaking opportunities and passionate Spanish crowd, with the 2026 race running November 20-22.
Pergola Concerts - Depedro + Rei Ortolá
The "Pèrgola" Saturday morning concert series at La Marina de Valencia pairs live music performances with a gastronomic breakfast experience (esmorzar) in an outdoor setting. Depedro and Rei Ortolá shared the bill for this edition, blending Mediterranean folk-pop with Valencia's sunny harbour atmosphere.
Fabio Luisi Conducts at Palau de les Arts
Internationally renowned conductor Fabio Luisi led the Orquesta de la Comunitat Valenciana in a programme of orchestral music at the Palau de les Arts Auditori. Luisi, a former principal conductor of the Vienna Philharmonic, brings exceptional interpretive authority to the Valencian orchestra.
Berklee a Les Arts: Gracias a la Vida
Berklee Valencia students presented "Gracias a la Vida", a performance blending operatic and contemporary music inspired by Gounod's Faust and Goethe's original novel, at the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía. The Berklee a Les Arts series showcases the creative work of students from the prestigious music college's Valencia campus.
Berklee a Les Arts: Prisoners of the Sun
Another instalment in the Berklee a Les Arts series at the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía, "Prisoners of the Sun" showcases innovative musical interpretations by Berklee Valencia students, combining classical, jazz, and contemporary influences in an original performance piece.
FIM JuniorGP World Championship Final
The FIM JuniorGP World Championship Final at Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Cheste brings together young motorcycle racing talents competing in the Moto2 and Moto3 categories. The circuit near Valencia has established itself as a premier destination for junior motorsport, serving as a development pathway to the MotoGP World Championship.
Christmas / Holiday activities & decorations
From December, Valencia's streets and plazas fill with Christmas lights, nativity scenes, festive markets, and seasonal entertainment. Highlights include special boat cruises in the port, visits from Christmas characters, and a "Santa's mail" service for children — making the city a magical destination throughout the holiday season.
Valencia Christmas Markets
Valencia's Christmas Markets at Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Plaza de la Virgen bring together artisan stalls, seasonal decorations, festive food, and entertainment in the heart of the city. The markets are a beloved winter tradition drawing families and visitors to browse gifts, crafts, and seasonal treats.
The Waterboys
Irish-British rock band The Waterboys, celebrated for their epic folk-rock soundscapes and poetic vision, performed at the Roig Arena in Valencia. The band's catalogue spans from their landmark "This Is the Sea" album to more recent work, always combining literary ambition with stirring live energy.
David Bisbal
Pop and Latin pop star David Bisbal performed at the Roig Arena in Valencia as part of his concert tour. One of Spain's most enduring pop artists since his emergence on Operación Triunfo, Bisbal is known for his passionate vocal performances and enthusiastic stage presence.
Ana Belén
Spanish singer-songwriter and actress Ana Belén performed at the Roig Arena in Valencia, bringing her rich catalogue of pop and folk songs to one of Spain's largest indoor arenas. A beloved figure in Spanish music and culture for over five decades, her concerts are warm and celebratory events.
“Music & Mathematics” exhibition opens
CaixaForum Valencia opens an interactive exhibition exploring the deep connections between music and mathematics. Visitors of all ages can discover how harmony, rhythm, and composition are built on mathematical principles through hands-on exhibits, visual installations, and sound experiments.
Raule
Singer-songwriter Raule, known for blending flamenco rhythms with funk and pop, performed at the Roig Arena in Valencia. His distinctive fusion of styles and soulful delivery have made him one of Spain's most original voices in contemporary popular music.
Peces Raros
Indie pop duo Peces Raros performed at Sala Jerusalem in Valencia, showcasing their delicate melodic songwriting and introspective lyrics. The band from Murcia has built a devoted following across Spain's alternative music scene.
Orquesta de la Comunitat Valenciana (OCV)
Conductor Fabio Luisi led the Orquesta de la Comunitat Valenciana (OCV) in a major symphonic programme at the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía. The concert is a highlight of the OCV's winter season under Luisi's artistic leadership.
Il Volo
Italian operatic pop trio Il Volo performed at the Roig Arena in Valencia, presenting their blend of classical arias and contemporary pop songs in a spectacular large-venue show. Known for their powerful tenor and baritone voices, Il Volo consistently sells out arenas across Europe and the Americas.
Loquillo
Veteran Spanish rock artist Loquillo performed at the Roig Arena in Valencia, celebrating decades of iconic Spanish rock 'n' roll. Known as "El Brut" and one of the founding figures of Spanish rock, his concerts are nostalgic celebrations of a key chapter in the country's popular music history.
Ara Malikian Concert in Valencia
Virtuoso violinist Ara Malikian, celebrated for his eclectic style spanning classical, folk, and world music, performed at the Palacio de Congresos in Valencia. His live shows are renowned for their theatrical energy and technical brilliance, bringing a joyful and accessible approach to violin performance.
Depeche Mode tribute and dinner in Valencia
A Depeche Mode tribute dinner show at Casino Cirsa Valencia brings the electronic synth-pop legends' greatest hits to life in a theatrical dining setting. Guests enjoy a set menu while a live tribute act performs the iconic catalogue from "Personal Jesus" to "Enjoy the Silence".
Tribute to Dire Straits in Valencia
A Dire Straits tribute concert at Valencia's Palacio de Congresos celebrates the timeless guitar-driven rock of one of the greatest bands of the 1980s. The show features faithful recreations of Mark Knopfler's iconic fingerpicking style and the band's most beloved tracks.
New Year's Eve Celebration
Valencia's New Year's Eve celebration centres on Plaza del Ayuntamiento, where crowds gather for live music and the traditional countdown to midnight with twelve grapes. At the stroke of midnight, the square erupts in fireworks and celebration, with festive events continuing into the small hours across the city.