MURCIA WHATS ON

February 1 A Holy Jubilee Year begins in AbanillaThe town of Abanilla celebrates 500 years of devotion to the Holy Cross The town of Abanilla in the north-east of Murcia is celebrating a Holy Jubilee Year in 2026 to celebrate 500 years of devotion to the Most Holy Cross in the town, and the year is officially..

February 7-8 and 14-15 Terra Natura Murcia roars into Carnival with animal magic for all agesFour colourful days of costumes, crafts and fun await families at the Murcia zoo's special Animal Carnival Fancy a Carnival celebration that's a bit different this year? Terra Natura Murcia has got something truly special lined up. Over two weekends..

February 14 Romantic Valentine's Day dinner at Terra Natura MurciaCelebrate February 14 with a special gourmet menu, fine wines and a unique evening for two at the Murcia wildlife park Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to do something a little bit special and Terra Natura Murcia has created a romantic evening..

February 15 Guided hike in the Sierra de la Pila near FortunaA 9-km route in the mountains of central Murcia The natural springs on the southern slopes of the Regional Park of Sierra de la Pila, where the hamlet of San Joy lies, are at the heart of this guided hike on 15th February, in which walkers follow a 9-km route..

February 18 Letz Zep in concert in the city of MurciaThe finest Led Zeppelin tribute band at the REM venue in Murcia Letz Zep are acknowledged to be the best current Led Zeppelin tribute act in the world, and the British line-up offer much more than just a trip down memory lane: they represent a railing against..

February 26 to March 8 Mamma Mia! The Musical in the city of MurciaAll your Abba favourites in one of the most successful musicals ever at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia The smash hit Abba musical Mamma Mia!, which has already played to a total audience of well over 600,000 in the Gran Vía in Madrid..

March 1 Free guided walk along the course of the Río Chícamo in AbanillaOne of Murcia’s best-known beauty spots is this narrow 40-metre deep gorge! The River Chícamo in Abanilla, in north-eastern Murcia, is one of the best known beauty spots in the landscape of Murcia, and is of special interest not only to walkers..

March 1 Guided hike to trace the steps of legendary bandit Jaime El BarbudoExplore the hiking paths of the Sierra de la Pila in Abarán and see a dramatized re-enactment of Jaime’s death in 1824 On 5th July 2024 it was exactly 200 years since the renowned bandit Jaime “El Barbudo” was executed in the Cueva..

March 12 to 15 Equimur Horse Show in Torre PachecoIFEPA hosts the 30th edition of the second most important annual horse show in Spain The 30th annual EQUIMUR International Thoroughbred Horse Show is being held from 12th to 15th March at the IFEPA exhibition and show venue in Torre Pacheco, along with an..

March 15 Regional hiking day in Abarán15- and 11-kilometre routes with food and drink provided in the beautiful Ricote valley! This 18th edition of the Region of Murcia hiking day is a complete experience for lovers of the great outdoors, and is taking place in the small town of Abarán..

March 29 Free guided hike to trace the steps of legendary bandit Jaime El BarbudoExplore the Sierra de la Pila in Abarán and see the place where a dramatized re-enactment of Jaime’s death in 1824 On 5th July 2024 it was exactly 200 years since the renowned bandit Jaime “El Barbudo” was executed in the Cueva..

May 7 to 10 The Phantom of the Opera in the city of MurciaThe most successful musical of all time at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia Ever since it was first performed in London in 1986, Andrew Lloyd Weber’s The Phantom of the Opera has been delighting and enthralling theatregoers all over the..

July 23 ZZ Top live in concert in MurciaThe legendary US rock band are still touring and attracting sellout audiences After almost 50 years together Billy Gibbons, Frank Beard and Elwood Francis (replacing the late and lamented Dusty Hill) are still on the road, taking the image made famous by their..

5 great guided tours in the Costa Calida this spring and early summerFrom embroidery to medieval castles, from wineries to railway engineering, just some of the fascinating visits on offer in the Region of Murcia With the lifting of pandemic restrictions there has been a huge resurgence of interest in joining guided tours..