The rewards scheme in Lorca represents a boost for both tourist accommodation businesses and visitors! The latest figures for tourism relating to 2025 in the city and municipality of Lorca show that the number of visitors, both from elsewhere in..
Tuesday afternoon visits to the most outstanding monuments in the historic city of Lorca If you speak enough Spanish then one of the best ways of starting to learn about the old city centre of Lorca is to book yourself in on one of the free tours..
ARCHIVED ARTICLE - The warmth of romantic settings more than makes up for the cold winter nights in the north of Murcia… It seems as though the extended Spanish Christmas, New Year and Three Kings festivities have only just ended, but already..
The popular Murcia tour operator will run accompanied shopping excursions on the last Tuesday of every month in 2026 Taquilla Tickets is giving bargain hunters and market lovers a new reason to get excited with the launch of monthly coach trips..
The palatial residence contains antique furniture from the last 350 years and important works of art Almost 13 years after the Casa de Guevara was closed to visitors after being damaged in the earthquakes which hit the city of Lorca on 11th May 2011..
Six guest chefs recognised by the Michelin Guide and Repsol will host exclusive dining experiences between March and November A new series of fine dining events will bring some of Spain’s most celebrated chefs to La Manga Club this year, offering..
Ave Oriens at the archaeological museum of Cehegín One of the main events of the Holy Jubilee Year in Cehegín in 2025 and 2026, which is being held to celebrate the 300th anniversary of the arrival of the figure of the Virgen de las Maravillas in..
The Murmullo Festival offers visitors a chance to explore one of the Region of Murcia's most distinctive landscapes at a leisurely pace The Ricote Valley offers a very different side of the Region of Murcia, where citrus groves, mountain scenery..
An extensive programme of activities has been put together to mark the annual patron saint festivities in the Vega Baja municipality, Alicante province Pilar de Horadada Council has organised two weeks of festivities to celebrate the annual fiestas..
One of the cultural trademarks of Lorca at the MASS museum of the Paso Azul “El bordado popular: Legado de generaciones” is an exhibition in Lorca which celebrates the city’s long tradition in the field of embroidery, where the most elaborate..
"Queridísima Vocación Pictórica" at the El Pósito venue in Alhama Running from 27th September to 25th October, this exhibition at the El Pósito venue in Alhama by Alba Pagán takes a look at the artist’s most recent works, where she..
Concerts, ballet, a wide variety of free guided visits and a great choice of cultural and social events as Águilas settles into autumn... In some Mediterranean coastal resorts it is fair to say that the arrival of October brings with it the closure..
Artists from the Region of Murcia find connections between the great master and current artistic vogues An exhibition of artwork celebrating the career of the master Francisco de Goya (1746-1828) is being held this autumn at the YTAK art gallery in..
The programme includes an open weekend, concerts, exhibitions, theatre and talks at the restored church Caravaca de la Cruz will mark the reopening of the historic Church of San José with a programme of free cultural events beginning on Friday..
Highlights include the Día del Caldero on October 12 and the Gastromar festival the following weekend Los Alcázares celebrates 43 years of municipal independence on October 13 Every October the local fiestas of Los Alcázares are held around..
Morning and evening visits for children and adults at the main historical sites of Cartagena The Cartagena Puerto de Culturas organization is holding an extremely wider range of guided tours and activities during October, with particular efforts being..
Much of the most important and best-known architecture in Murcia reflects the splendour of the 18th century This free guided walk in the city centre of the regional capital of Murcia takes participants back to the 18th century, when various magnificent..
Visit the remains of when Christians, Jews and Muslims lived alongside in Murcia This free guided walk in the city centre of the regional capital of Murcia takes participants back to the Middle Ages, when three cultures thrived alongside each other..
A test of team spirit and stamina as well as fitness in the Alhama countryside The 37th annual Travesía de Montaña night endurance running event is being held in Alhama de Murcia overnight from 21st to 22nd November, one of the most testing events..
The Ricote valley commemorates the unjust expulsion of the Moors from the area in 1613 On 19th October 1613 King Felipe III of Spain gave the unjust order that all remaining people of Moorish origin, even if they had converted to the Catholic faith..
Everything from Adidas to Burberry goes for one price at the Sercotel Amistad in Murcia Vintage fans in Murcia can pick up genuine retro pieces for just €9 each this weekend, as a second-hand clothing fair comes to the Sercotel Amistad Hotel..
See for yourself the legacy of the Romans, Phoenicians and other settlers in Mazarrón during previous millennia These days the municipality of Mazarrón is probably best known for its fabulous beaches on the Mediterranean coast, but for past civilzations..
Callas Diva at the seafront auditorium in Águilas This year’s Paco Rabal Amateur Dramatics Festival in Águilas, named after one of the town’s most famous and best-loved sons, continues on Saturday 24th October with a performance of the musical..
A wide range of performers take part in this San Javier tradition which has been described as “a unique cultural experience in Spain” Every year it is a longstanding tradition in Spain for the play “Don Juan Tenorio” to be performed on or..
Four varied visits as Jumilla celebrates the end of the grape-picking season During the Matavendimia festival in Jumilla to celebrate the end of the 2026 grape-picking season a series of guided tours are being held at a selection of the most popular..
Jumilla celebrates the end of grape-picking season with another year of top-drawer wines already being produced This year’s annual Matavendimia event in Jumilla, which is held to coincide (more or less) with the end of the grape harvest, is being..
Dogs and cats from local charities are waiting for forever homes at La Rambla Park Anyone thinking of welcoming a dog or cat into their home can meet plenty of hopeful candidates on Saturday October 24, when La Rambla Park in Cartagena hosts a..
Midnight mystery in the library of Los Alcázares! “Misterios a Medianoche” is a free event held on a regular basis this autumn in the municipal library of Los Alcázares in which intrepid youngsters aged 6 to 11 can spend a night alone solving..
Join in the relaxation on the Mar Menor at the Playa de Manzanares The regular paddle yoga sessions on the Mar Menor resume on Saturday 24th October at 10.00 and 11.00 at Playa Manzanares, alongside the "Pescadería" jetty. The activity..
Clear air, great views and the spectacular badlands in the Alhama de Murcia village of Gebas This “Landscape and Culture” tour of the village of Gebas, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a new addition to the schedule of guided visits in..
A perfect excuse for a pre-lunch stroll and a tapa or two in the centre of Los Alcázares! The central Avenida 13 de octubre in Los Alcázares is hosting a display and exhibition of classic cars and other vehicles on Saturday 24th October, a first..
Over 1,200 caged birds compete on the basis of their plumage and posture in San Javier The 32nd annual “Concurso Ornitológico Villa de San Javier” is being held between October 21 and 25, with the first days reserved for competition and judging..
Learn about the 18th century Castillo de San Juan in the coastal town of Águilas This regular guided tour is held monthly in Águilas, giving visitors a chance to enjoy the spectacular views from the fortress of San Juan de las Águilas which..
The Rider Girl Sureste Group invite everyone to their charity fundraiser outside the seafront auditorium Lady bikers from the Rider Girl Sureste Group are holding an event in Águilas on Sunday 25th October to raise funds for the Águilas Down association..
The Cavernícola Trail is an annual event for all the family The Chotacabras Club in San Javier is holding it’s annual “Cavernícola Trail” event for the 9th year on Sunday 25th October, featuring a cycle ride or running race from the beach..
See the spectacular Badlands of Gebas and experience the culture of this village in Alhama de Murcia This “Landscape and Culture” tour of the village of Gebas, in the foothills of Sierra Espuña, was a new addition to the schedule of guided visits..
A long-established an hugely popular event to raise funds for those affected by cancer It’s time to get those trainers ready! The MABS Race for Life returns to Camposol on Sunday 25th October 2026, bringing people together to raise money and support..
The classic fairy tale retold in Spanish at the Teatro Thuillier in Caravaca This production of the age-old fairy tale Little Red Riding Hood received national recognition in Spain at the Youth and children’s Theatre Awards in 2017, and comes to..
The Origins of the Mar Menor tour traces the ancient and modern history of La Manga This 5-kilometre walking tour in La Manga begins at the bridge of El Estacio and the channel which enables boats to pass between the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean..
The Origins of the Mar Menor tour traces the ancient and modern history of La Manga This 5-kilometre walking tour in La Manga begins at the bridge of El Estacio and the channel which enables boats to pass between the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean..
16 finalists compete in San Javier to win the regional trophy for the favourite tapa of Murcia The final of the Region of Murcia Marinera competition is to be held in San Javier on Tuesday 27th October, with 16 establishments from all over the Region..
Kenny Barron, Samara Joy, Andrea Motis, Kurt Elling and Ibrahim Maalouf are among the stars performing in Cartagena this year Tickets are now on sale for the 45th Cartagena Jazz Festival, one of the largest and most important in Spain and capable..
The Ballet of Kiev perform to Tchaikovsky’s music at the El Batel auditorium on the seafront in Cartagena in 2022, shortly after the conflict between Russia and Ukraine broke out, the Kiev Ballet embarked on its first tour of Spain, and following..
Guitarist Rainer Maria Nero and the OSRM in the first event of the 2026 Fall Music Fest in San Javier Classical guitarist Rainer Maria Nero and the Region of Murcia Symphony Orchestra (OSRM) under the baton of Leonardo Martínez are given the honour..
Halloween fun for youngsters in Terica, between Lorca and La Hoya A special Halloween event is being held for youngsters on 30th and 31st October in the Lorca district of Tercia, just to the east of the city alongside the road to La Hoya, consisting..
The Murcia Symphony Orchestra and Rainer María Nero at the Teatro Thuillier The Third annual Caravaca Flamenco Festival gets under way on Friday 30th October with a performance by the Region of Murcia Symphony Orchestra conducted by Leonardo Mart..
The women’s choir performs a modern repertoire at the Fundación Mediterráneo from 8pm The women’s A cappella choir Sonrisas Harmony will fill Cartagena with music on Friday October 30 for its Autumn Harmony Night, a free concert that’s..
The Myrtus Festival Orquesta perform works by Ibert, Mozart and Beethoven at the seafront auditorium in Águilas The new A Tempo season of classical music events begins in Águilas on Friday 30th October with this conert entitled “El Gesto Heró..
The Darren Aronofsky classic continues the latest season of Cineforum screenings in Los Alcázares The Asociación Eco Cultural de Los Alcázares and the Culture department of the Town Hall have launched another “Cinefórum” season of classic..
The beauty and traditional ways of life in rural Jumilla in two short promotional films The Wine Museum of Jumilla is hosting a screening of two short “Ruteando Murcia Rural” documentaries at 18.30 on Friday 30th October, one about the outlying..
