MURCIA WHATS ON

Fix finally in sight for crumbling RM-1 dual carriageway linking Murcia to the Mar MenorYears of potholes on the San Javier dual carriageway could soon be a thing of the past Drivers who use the RM-1, the dual carriageway linking the city of Murcia with the Mar Menor lagoon via San Javier, have put up with potholes and sinking road surfaces.. 12/08/2026

New Consum supermarket to open in Alhama de Murcia town centreThe supermarket chain already runs 53 stores across the Region of Murcia, with more on the way Consum is set to open a new supermarket in Alhama de Murcia, with more than 1,000 square metres of sales space and an expected 30 new jobs for the local.. 12/08/2026

San Javier steps up storm preparations as September rains loomCrews are inspecting drains and storm tanks across San Javier as a precaution The mayor of San Javier, Mr Luengo, has called a coordination meeting between municipal services to get preparations under way ahead of possible torrential rain expected.. 12/08/2026

Attacks on police officers in Murcia have doubled in a decade and unions say the system is failing the people who protect usFrom stone-throwing in San Javier to a delivery driver wielding a helmet as a weapon, officers say they are increasingly vulnerable and under-equipped   Police officers in the Region of Murcia are being attacked at twice the rate they were ten.. 12/08/2026

New groundwater network aims to protect Mar Menor as nutrient-laden water pours inMore than 10 cubic hectometres of nutrient-rich water have flowed into the Mar Menor this year The Mar Menor is under growing pressure from rising groundwater and polluted run-off, and the regional government has just finished upgrading the network.. 12/08/2026

British woman dies after parasailing accident off Benidorm beachA sudden change in weather conditions and a snapped rope are believed to have caused the tragedy, which is now under Guardia Civil investigation A 66-year-old British woman has died following a parasailing accident off Levante Beach in Benidorm on Monday.. 12/08/2026

Wildfire risk is closing some of the best eclipse viewing spots along the Costa Blanca todayNatural parks and mountain trails around Benidorm, l'Alfàs del Pi and Finestrat are off limits, but the beaches remain open and lifeguards are staying on later Today's solar eclipse was always going to draw crowds to the Costa Blanca'.. 12/08/2026

July 15 to August 15 Open-air evening entertainment for all the family at Las Fuentes del Marqués in Caravaca“Reinas” offers a great night out for all ages in the main beauty spot of the city of Caravaca The Las Fuentes del Marqués beauty spot in Caravaca de la Cruz is once again hosting evenings of theatrical entertainment for all the family this..

July 11 to August 20 La Hormiga Hippy Market in Cabo de PalosOne of the summer favourites returns to Cabo de Palos for 2026 Since it was first held in 2015 the La Hormiga hippy market has become a fixture in the summer life of the Costa Cálida, and this year the event returns to area on the way to the lighthouse..

July 8 live music with LEXI SOLO at La Torre Golf ResortThe popular summer markets continue with live music, food stalls and family entertainment every Wednesday and Friday evening throughout July and August Live music returns to La Torre Golf Resort this week as LEXI SOLO performs during the resort'..

Free beach fitness sessions on the beaches of San Javier July and August 2026Get into shape before a refreshing swim in Santiago de la Ribera and La Manga Once again this summer the Town Hall of San Javier is offering free fitness sessions for all members of the public on the beaches of La Manga del Mar Menor and Santiago de la Ribera..