MURCIA NORTH & NORTH WEST

Until January 25 Yecla artist Lidó Rico pays homage to the city of Murcia A celebration of 1200 years of history at the Palacio Almudí in Murcia In a year in which the city of Murcia is celebrating 1,200 years since its foundation a significant exhibition has opened at the Palacio Almudí on the northern bank of the..

Until January 17 Annual fiestas in the Caravaca village of NavaresThe feast day of San Antonio Abad falls on January 17 Although there are only around 300 residents, the village of Navares, near Barranda in the municipality of Caravaca de la Cruz, celebrates the feast day of its patron saint, San Antonio Abad (or San Ant..

Until January 11 Nature photography exhibition in JumillaThe STIPA association presents Jumilla Al Natural at the Casa del Artesano in Jumilla The STIPA naturalists’ association in Jumilla is holding an exhibition of wildlife photographs at the Casa del Artesano until 11th January, with doors open to visitors..

January 10 Choral concert in the El Salvador church of Caravaca de la CruzThe local Arsis choir from Caravaca are joined by a guest choir from Polop in Alicante The Arsis choir of Caravaca de la Cruz ends a busy programme over the festive season on Saturday 10th January with a concert in the magnificent church of El Salvador, where..

January 10 Music from the cinema at an eagerly awaited concert in YeclaThe music of John Williams and Hans Zimmer at the Teatro Concha Segura in Yecla The latest concert offered by the Banda Sinfónica of the Asociación de Amigos de la Música and Cine Club Odeón in Yecla is taking place on Saturday..

January 10 An evening of soul, rock and local talent in Jumilla!The international artist Soul Teller hosts the evening at the Teatro Vico in Jumilla The Teatro Vico in Jumilla is hosting an unusual evening’s entertainment on Saturday 10th January, when Miguel Ángel Julián, better known by his stage..

January 10, 17 and 24 Dramatized tours of the history of the Virgen de las Maravillas in CehegínJoin the “Sueño del Fraile” tour and relive the history of the local patron of Cehegín Following the great success of the dramatized tours in Spanish named “El Sueño del Fraile” in the autumn of 2025, the Town Hall..

January 15 to 18 Motorhome, caravan and camping show at the IFEPA venue in Torre PachecoAll the very latest in the world of motorhomes and caravans at one of the largest fairs of its kind in Spain! Free overnight parking for up to 100 motorhomes! Although it has been running for only sixiyears, the annual “Salón del Caravaning..

January 12 to 19 Fiestas of San Antonio Abad in YeclaProcessions and holy blessings of pets are held in Yecla on January 17 and 18 All over Spain the Saint’s Day of San Anton Abad or San Antonio Abad (Anthony the Great in English) is celebrated every January with a series of apparently bizarre scenes in..

January 17 The Playlist of our Lives in Jumilla!Music to jog the memory with José Antonio Abellán at the Teatro Vico in Jumilla José Antonio Abellán arrives at the Testro Vico in Jumilla on 17th January to present “Hilos de Plata”, subtitled “The Playlist of..

January 25 Guided hike in the Sierra de la Pila in north-east MurciaThe hikers of Caravaca organize a trip out in north-eastern Murcia The D’Ruta series of hiking expeditions organized by the enthusiasts of Caravaca de la Cruz continues on Sunday 25th January with an 11-km route in the Sierra de la Pila, including climbs..

January 25 Bichitos mime theatre for all the family in JumillaA colourful children’s drama with an important message at the Teatro Vico in Jumilla The show “Bichitos” si a gestural comedy which is suitable for all the family including children, whom it aims to make more sympathetic towards the invertebrate..

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..

7-course gourmet taster menu on a short walk in Caravaca de la Cruz for just 25.50 euros!Enjoy the city centre as you discover some of the favourite snacks of Caravaca! In 2025 the Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz has joined forces with local restaurants to launch a series of five easily affordable gastronomic routes in and around the city under..

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..

7 reasons to visit the Altiplano in the north of MurciaA harder job would be to name reasons NOT to visit Yecla and Jumilla! If you’re one of those whose knowledge of the Region of Murcia is limited to the beaches of the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor, couple of local watering holes or restaurants, the..

Traditional festive confectionary in the Region of MurciaThe taste of Christmas in the Costa Cálida Christmas sweets are as much a part of the festive season in the Costa Cálida as the tree, the presents, Midnight Mass, the sound of sleigh bells and “Love Actually” on the TV, and while..

Suggestions for rural tourism over Christmas and the New Year in the Region of MurciaInland destinations to get away from it all and enjoy a “real” Christmas in the Costa Cálida! It goes without saying that the towns and cities of the Costa Cálida are full of hustle and bustle over the Christmas season, but for those..

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..

Rafting on the River Segura and a chance to sample dishes made with Calasparra riceHealthy exercise on the river followed by a delicious lunch or dinner in Calasparra For many people summer in the Costa Cálida is limited to soaking up the rays on the beach and enjoying sundowners in a seafront restaurant or chiringuito, but a great..