Buen Finde! The Gran Feria has officially kicked off in Valencia. In case you were wondering—it’s true: Valencia has more festivals and holidays than any other region in Spain.
Valencia, the region with the most holidays – Las Provincias
Fairs & Events
Gran Feria de Julio
Every July, Valencia celebrates summer with a full calendar of concerts, fireworks, and cultural activities, culminating in the Batalla de las Flores on 27 July.
View the full program
Feria de Julio Fairground
The summer fairground is now open in the Turia near Alameda with rides, games, and family-friendly fun.
Fairground Info
Fireworks
- Saturday, 5 July at 2:00 pm: Mascletà at Tinglado 2 (Port of Valencia)
- Midnight: Fireworks at Plaza del Ayuntamiento
These continue every Saturday through July.
Fireworks program
Music & Performance
Valencia Jazz Festival – Palau de la Música
Featuring Eliane Elias, Pacho Flores with the Valencia Orchestra, and flamenco guitarist Tomatito.
Full lineup & tickets
Serenates Festival – La Nau
Courtyard concerts of classical music until Sunday, 6 July. Tickets are €5.
Event details
Berklee Summer Festival – City of Arts & Sciences
Live music, DJs, and workshops on Saturday, 5 July. Free, but reservations required.
Reserve here
CaixaForum Valencia – Wednesday Concerts
Live performances and workshops every Wednesday in July. Upcoming themes include swing dance and circus arts.
Concert series info
FAR València – Concerts at the Marina
Runs from 9–31 July. Headliners include legendary guitarist Carlos Santana.
Concert details
Concerts in Jardines de Viveros
Nightly live music from top Spanish and international acts.
Program & tickets
Tribute to La Ruta – Valencia Marina
Celebrate the iconic 90s club scene on Saturday, 5 July, with DJs and live performances.
More info
Summer Outdoor Film
Solax Pop-up Cinema
The King’s Speech will be screened at the Museo L’Iber courtyard on Saturday, 5 July (VOSE). Next week’s venue: Novotel Sky Bar.
Screening info
Cine de Verano – La Rambleta
Final screening: The Princess Bride on 12 July (VOSE).
Event page
Nits de Cinema – La Nau
Free outdoor screenings 9–17 July, featuring classics like The Night of the Hunter. Reservation required.
Reserve tickets
Arts & Exhibitions
Centro del Carmen
- 37 Il·lustres x 37 Il·lustrats: Valencia’s top illustrators reimagine historical thinkers. Exhibition info
- Principios: Urban artists tell their origin stories. See more
Miguel de Molina Exhibit – La Nau
A new show celebrates the life of the flamboyant singer who made Valencia his home.
“My Beloved Valencia”: The cradle of Miguel de Molina’s success — Valencia Plaza
Museo de Bellas Artes
New room dedicated to medieval master Joan de Joanes, including the restored Altarpiece of the Kings.
More info
La Luz de San Nicolás – El Carmen
A new immersive light-and-sound show brings the church’s frescoes to life.
Almost a religious experience: A spectacle of light and color at San Nicolas — Valencia Plaza
Official site
Stories & Books
Improv Comedy – Casapueblo Brewhouse (Benimaclet)
English-language show by VLC Playground on Friday, 4 July.
Event listing
Beaches & Outdoors
Sunken Shipwrecks
For scuba divers, summer is the season to explore the underwater ruins off Valencia’s coast, including the Roman cargo ship Bou Ferrer, which lies near Villajoyosa and is one of the most important ancient shipwrecks in the Mediterranean. Other notable wrecks in Valencian waters include a German U-boat from World War I, now featured in a new documentary.
The traces of World War I in Valencia are underwater — Valencia Plaza
Sunken Roman treasure off the coast of Villajoyosa — Valencia Bonita
Food & Dining
Mussels Festival – Mercado del Cabanyal
Celebrate clòtxina season with tastings and demonstrations on Saturday, 5 July.
Festival details
Valencian Wine Wins Global Gold
Vegamar’s Huella de Merseguera 2024 wins at the Decanter World Wine Awards.
Vegamar’s Merseguera wins best in the world — Valencia Plaza
Sports & Games
Chess Open at UPV
The VI Open International Valencia Cradle of Chess runs 5–13 July at the Polytechnic University.
More from the Chess Federation
Kids & Family
Palau de la Música – Weekend Kids Program
Magic shows and music workshops from 5–6 July.
Event details
Hemisfèric – Summer Nights Planetarium
Live show for kids aged 10+ in Spanish, every Tuesday and Thursday until September.
Info & tickets