Post on news, happenings, and current events in Valencia.
Buen finde! After a few days of sunshine, Aemet is forecasting a spot of rain for Valencia. Most festivals are still planned, but it’s worth checking for last-minute schedule changes. Festivals and Traditions This weekend marks the festival of San Antonio Abad, also known locally as Sant Antoni del Porquet, the patron saint of animals….
Bon dia! Valencia is in the international spotlight this week — for quality of life, culture, and burgers. Yes, Valencia is now officially home to the best burger in the world. Jack Black certified. Politics An increasing number of Americans are moving to Valencia, fleeing the Trump administration, reports Politico. Valencia has eclipsed Barcelona and…
Buen Finde! 2026 is off to a chilly start, but that hasn’t slowed down Valencia’s weekend agenda. Festivals and Traditions Valencia’s fallas commissions continue their traditional dance series, Balls al Carrer, with public performances this Saturday morning in Plaza de la Reina. The Mercat del Porrat on Calle Sagunto opens Friday, 9 January, in honor…
Bon dia! Despite the rainy weather, Valencia is pressing ahead with the Three Kings Parade (Cabalgata de Reyes Magos) today, according to Las Provincias. Roads will be closed along the procession route, which runs from the Puente de Flores through Porta de la Mar and Calle de la Pau, ending at Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Reminder:…
Valencia is still deep in the holiday spirit! With Christmas and New Year’s behind us, we’re now into the final stretch of the festive season before Los Reyes (Three Kings Day) on Tuesday, 6 January, a national public holiday when shops and offices close for family celebrations. WeatherDress warmly if you’re planning to be outside…
Despite living here for years, I’ve never actually spent New Year’s Eve in Spain. I’m usually traveling somewhere to visit family or friends for the holidays. In Singapore, we celebrated with fireworks and food — in my family, that meant mountains of chili crab. In Tucson, we serenaded the New Year around a desert bonfire,…