Valencia Weekend: Tango, Mussels, Field Hockey and Free Music Concerts

Buen finde! Here’s your roundup of events in Valencia this weekend 23 – 25 May.


Art & Culture

Valencia International Tango Festival
Workshops, performances, and free activities (with reservation) at venues across the city.
festivaldetangovalencia.com

Mislata Art Center Weekend
Performing arts, theatre, and circus acts in local parks and neighborhood theaters.
mislata.es – Programación MAC 2025

Last Chance: Prado in the Streets
Giant framed prints of Prado masterpieces in Jardines de Viveros, on display until Sunday, 25 May.
visitvalencia.com


Food & Drink

Mercafest at Cabanyal Market – Sat 24 May
Celebrate the season of clóchinas (Valencian mussels) with tastings, workshops, and show-cooking.
valencia.es

Pizza Fest at the Marina
Top local pizzerias compete for the best slice — vote for your favorite! Free entry or ticketed slice.
pizzasfest.com

La Ruta de las Coques
Sample traditional flatbreads (cocas) with beer for €10 at participating restaurants (until 26 May).
visitvalencia.com


Literary & Comic Events

Valencia Comic Conference at La Nau
Talks, workshops, and exhibitions for fans of comics and graphic novels.
asovalcom.blogspot.com

VLC Negra: Noir Festival
Film screenings, book readings, and author events celebrating noir culture. Runs until 4 June.
valencianegra.com


Markets & Shopping

Fira Alternativa by the Pont de les Flors
Artisan crafts, organic products, workshops, and family fun in Turia Park.
firaalternativavalencia.com

Comboi Just – Sun 25 May
Fair trade market with music and kids’ activities in Plaza de Patraix.
cvongd.org

BonAire BonComboi – 23 to 26 May
Festival celebrating BonAire’s reopening after last year’s floods. Music, kids’ events & more.
westfield.com

1 Euro Market at So:Ku – Sun 25 May
Bargains and vintage finds in Benimaclet.
Instagram link


Animal Welfare

Parade of Dogs at Bioparc – Sun 25 May
Annual dog parade supporting adoption — especially for dogs affected by the October floods.
bioparcvalencia.es


Sports & Outdoor

World Masters Field Hockey Cup
International matches (+35 teams) at venues around Valencia. Spain vs Netherlands & Germany this weekend.
fhcv.es

Marta Fernández de Castro Run – 5K
Local race through Camins al Grau. Expect some road closures.
race details | road closures

5K Trinitarias Family Run
Solidarity event in Turia Park with sections for all ages.
rockthesport.com


Live Music

Flamenco

Jazz

Rock, Pop & Surf

Rumba & World Music

Classical

  • Juan Diego Flórez sings Romeo & Juliet at Les Arts – Sun 25 May
    lesarts.com
  • Luis Cobos & La Primitiva de Lliria solidarity concert at Palau de la Música – Sat 24 May
    tickets.palauvalencia.com
  • International Organ Festival at San Nicolás – 22 & 29 May
    sannicolasvalencia.com
  • Chopin-inspired Piano Concert at MUVIM – Sat 24 May
    Instagram

Ongoing Exhibitions

Valencia Weekend: Mascletà, Food Fests, and Dancing Shoes

Buen finde! After surviving the blackout, we all deserve a fun and relaxing long weekend. There’s a lot happening around Valencia! I’m testing a new format to share curated weekend events while I work out a better system. Let me know what you’d like to see included—it’s still a work in progress!


Special Event: Mother’s Day Mascletà

Plaza del Ayuntamiento
Sunday, 2pm
A special mascletà will take place in honor of Mother’s Day.
More info


Literary & Art Events

La Nau Illustration Market
May 2–4
Workshops and exhibitions featuring comic art and graphic illustration.
Program

Fira del Llibre – Jardines de Viveros
Author talks, signings, and an open-air exhibit of iconic Prado artworks.
Book Festival Info
Outdoor Prado Exhibit


Food & Drink Events

Mercader Cabanyal – Tuna Month
May 1–18
Highlight: Learn how to slice a 150kg red tuna at a special ronqueo workshop on Thursday, May 18, followed by a tasting dinner.
Reservations

Atic Palau Alameda – Bartender Competition
Monday, May 5
Cocktail lovers, don’t miss this mixology showdown.
Details

FestIN Valencia
May 9–18
A unique blend of food and art in immersive experiences across the city. Events require reservations.
More info


Shopping Pop-Ups

Ruzafa “Secret Market”
Seasonal outlet pop-up featuring local fashion and lifestyle brands.
Visit site


Sports & Outdoor Activities

Basketball
April 19 – Valencia Basket (Women) vs. Perfumerías Avenida
Tickets

Cycling
May 3Valencia City Bike Race (177 km, start & end at Marina)
Route Info

Running
May 4Wings for life World Run | Carrera de Empresas
Event Info | Event Info


Dance Events

  • Chamuyo Queer Tango @ La Rambleta
    Tango for all levels, with live music and a futuristic dress code.
    Event page
  • Sweet & Hot Swing Festival
    May 1–4
    Live jazz bands and swing dancing—beginner-friendly workshops on Friday.
    Schedule

Live Music

Flamenco

Jazz

Rock & Pop

House & Electronic

Classical

  • Palau de la Música
    May 4 – Handel’s Messiah, solidarity concert by the Manuel Palau Choir & Orchestra.
    Tickets
  • Les Arts
    May 8 – Thomas Hengelbrock conducts works by Schubert, Brahms, and Bach.
    Program

Ongoing Exhibitions

Museums

  • Fundación Bancaja: New exhibit from Lita Cabellut
    Visit site
  • Centro del Carmen: “València en el alma” – artists from the Carme Thyssen Collection (until June 29)
    Exhibit Info
  • Museo de Bellas Artes: Masaveu Collection (until June 15)
    Museum Site

Galleries

  • Gabinete de Dibujos: Works by Ernest Casero & Santiago Talavera
    Instagram
  • Estudio 64: Jorge González—illustrations featured in The New Yorker
    Website