Buen finde! Highlights for 16–18 May There’s a lot going on in Valencia this weekend — from flamenco to food fests, museum nights to jazz quartets.
Art & Cultural Events
Night at the Museum!
Celebrate International Museum Day with free admission and special late-night programming across Valencia’s museums, including workshops, concerts, and after-hours events.
See the full schedule at Visit Valencia
City of Valencia Culture page
Cabanyal Íntim Festival
The art-forward festival returns to Valencia’s maritime barrio with intimate performances and exhibitions through 18 May.
More info
10 Sentidos Festival
A multidisciplinary celebration of dance and theatre continues across venues citywide.
Program & tickets
Food & Culture Festivals
La Ruta de las Coques
Sample traditional Valencian cocas with a beer for €10 at participating restaurants until 26 May.
More info
Natural Wine Fair – CIM Benimaclet
Entry is €10 and includes a tasting glass to sample local natural wines on Sunday, 18 May.
Get tickets
Tapas d’Açí
A €5 tapas and drink offer featuring regional specialties at selected venues.
Participating restaurants
Festival Andaluz at Turia Park
Flamenco, food, and folklore until 18 May at the Alameda fairground in the Turia.
See event updates
Japan Weekend – Feria Valencia
A celebration of Japanese pop culture, cosplay, anime, and gaming. Ends 18 May.
Program here
Festin – Art Meets Gastronomy
Final weekend! Book fast for this fusion of culinary experiences and artistic installations.
Book here
Literary & Spoken Word
VLC Negra – Noir Festival
A deep dive into crime fiction and film. Ongoing through 4 June.
Full program
Stand-up Comedy in English
Returns to La Fábrica de Hielo with international acts.
More info
Markets & Shopping Events
BonAire BonComboi Festival
Reopening celebration with live music, kids’ activities, and more on 16–18 May and again 23–26 May.
Full schedule
€1 Flea Market – Mercado Valvanera
Snag secondhand treasures on Sunday, 18 May.
Event post
Sports & Games
Ciclosferia – Bike Fair at La Marina
Workshops, gear demos, talks, and live music.
Details
Breakdance National Final – Red Bull BC One
Top B-boys and B-girls compete for a spot in the World Final in Tokyo.
Paseo Alameda | ? Saturday, 17 May from 7pm
Event info
Volta a Peu Fun Run
Family-friendly 6.2 km race through the city center. 18 May
Register here
Valencia CF v Athletic Club
Catch the La Liga action at Mestalla on 18 May.
Get tickets
Live Music Highlights
Rock, Pop & Indie
Deleste Festival – Jardines de Viveros
With artists like The Vaccines and Anna of the North, this weekend-long indie fest runs 16–18 May.
Tickets & lineup
Joe Crepúsculo + Gilbertástico at Veles e Vents
Season finale show on 17 May !
Event page
Other rock/pop venues:
Next Weekend
Surforama – Surf rock festival at La Rambleta
Festival site
Flamenco & Rumba
See ongoing performances at the Andaluz Festival
More info
Dedicated tablaos and venues:
Matisse Club 30th Anniversary
With rumba band Yambú
Event page
More world music:
Jazz
Mar D’Amura – Ana Perreira Quartet premieres a new album Friday, 16 May
Instagram post
Jimmy Glass Jazz – Alex Conde Trio, Tuesday, 20 May
Event page
Other jazz venues:
Electronic / House
Jardí Electrònic – Parc Central
Free outdoor party Saturday, 17 May
Instagram post
Also check:
Classical
Palau de la Música
Mozart’s Requiem – Benefit concert for flood victims
Event link
Les Arts
Special concert performance of Handel’s Tamerlano on Sunday, 18 May
More info
San Nicolás Church – Bach Organ Festival
International Organ Festival continues 22 & 29 May
Full program
Ongoing Art Exhibitions
Alba Cabrera Gallery – Polyhedral by Ma Ángeles Aguilera
Inspired by Mercado Central’s architecture
Exhibition page
Poliniza Dos – Urban Art Festival at UPV
Runs through 18 May
Festival info
Fundación Bancaja
New exhibition featuring Lita Cabellut
More info
Centre del Carme Cultura Contemporània
Valencia en el Alma – local artists in the Carme Thyssen Collection (until 29 June)
Exhibition page
Museo de Bellas Artes – Masaveu Collection
(Ends 15 June) – Museum page