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Valencia Weekend: 17-19 January 2025

Here’s a quick roundup of events happening this weekend. I’m working on expanding the music options in future posts. In the meantime, hope it’s a lovely weekend for all! ?

Friday, January 17

Festivals and Cultural Events

  • Festival of Sant Antoni de Abad – Celebrate the patron saint of animals! Scores of animals and their owners will line up to be blessed after a morning mass. For more details, see our recent post on this popular tradition.

Music and Arts

  • Valencia Orchestra at Palau de la Música – Featuring Manuel Blanco on trumpet, performing works by Verdi, Hummel, and Beethoven.
    More info and tickets
  • Carmen Center for Contemporary Culture – Filippo Mazzoli (traverso flute) and Denis Zardi (piano) commemorate the music of Ravel. Free admission.
    Details here
  • Kassandra at Teatre Micalet – A play by Sergio Blanco reimagining Cassandra as an immigrant sex worker with the gift of prophecy. Performed in broken English. Premieres January 17 and runs until January 26.
    More info and tickets

Saturday, January 18

Sport Events

Music and Arts

  • Rebeldes 79 at 16 Toneladas – Rockabilly band playing a second night after their Friday show. Tickets still available. Details here
  • Va Bach at Les Arts – Arcaladanza’s choreography and music inspired by Bach. More info

Sunday, January 19

Sports Events

  • Valencia CF vs. Real Sociedad – Catch the match at Mestalla Stadium. Tickets here.

Music and Arts

  • Tiempo de Blues at Palau de la Música – Film screening with live music. Free event but requires registration. Details and registration
  • Gabrieli Consort and Players perform works by Handel at Palau de la Música
  • Greg Izor and the Josh Fuller Band at 16 Toneladas

Art Events and Exhibitions Closing Soon

  • La Máquina Teatro
    Musical production of Doña Rosita based on Lorca’s works, set to the music of Raffaella Carrà. Runs until February 2. Details here
  • Museum of Fine Arts
    Exhibition of works by painter Rosario de Velasco, closing in February. More info
  • Las Naves
    Explore one of the world’s largest experimental music collections, Supersonic, before it closes on January 30. Details here
  • L’Etno Museum
    Photo exhibition Lives Undermined by Gervasio Sánchez, featuring stories of victims of landmines. Runs until February 16. More info

Week Ahead

Festivals and Cultural Events

  • San Vicente Mártir – Wednesday, January 22 A local holiday with schools and shops closed. Includes a special mass at the Cathedral and a procession through the old city center. More details coming soon.

Sports Events

  • Valencia Basket vs. Aris Midea Thessaloniki BKT Eurocup match on January 22. Get tickets

Music Events

  • Buffalo Nichols at Loco Club
    Blues musician performing on January 23.
    Details here
  • No Fun At All at 16 Toneladas
    Swedish punk band performing on January 23.
    More info

Keeping up with the many arts and music events in Valencia is a challenge! If you know of an event that should be added, please let me know via our contact page or share it in the WhatsApp group.

Valencia Weekend: 09 – 12 January 2025

Looking for something to do this weekend in Valencia? Here’s a curated list of events and activities for international residents and visitors alike. If you know of any events we’ve missed, feel free to share them with us!

Friday, January 10

? Fireworks Gala
Valencia will kick off the Fallas 2025 season with a Fireworks Gala! The event includes a grand display at 9 PM at Palau Alameda to unveil this year’s mascletà schedule.
? Location: Palau Alameda
? More details here.

Saturday, January 11

? Valencia Pelota League 2025 Season
The 2025 season of the Valencian Pelota League officially begins this weekend!

?What is Valencian Pelota?
Valencian Pelota is a traditional handball game that has been played for centuries in Valencia. Its roots run deep in the region’s culture, with variations found throughout Spain. Recognized as an integral part of Valencia’s heritage, the game blends athleticism, strategy, and a sense of community.

? When & Where?
You can catch the action every Saturday at 5:30 PM at the Trinquet de Pelayo, Valencia’s iconic pelota court. Matches run weekly until April.
? Location: Trinquet de Pelayo
?? Tickets and details.

Sunday, January 12

? Lost Letters Ballet Performance
Les Arts presents Lost Letters, a moving ballet inspired by the letters soldiers wrote during wartime. Principal dancer Lucía Lacarra, a recipient of Spain’s prestigious Max Award for the Performing Arts, leads this stunning performance.
? Time: 6 PM
? Location: Les Arts
?? Tickets and details.

? Visitas Sonoras at Teatre El Musical
Enjoy Visitas Sonoras, a unique dialogue of dissident music and experimental soundscapes, accompanied by modern dance performances.
? Time: 6 PM
? Location: Teatre El Musical
? Free, but reservation required: Reserve your spot here.

? Balls al Carrer: Traditional Valencian Dance
Immerse yourself in Valencian culture with live performances by traditional dance groups.
? Time: 10:30 AM–1:30 PM
? Location: Plaza de Brujas (near the Central Market)
? Details and schedule.

? Mirrors Exhibition at CaixaForum
Don’t miss the final days of the Mirrors exhibition. Guided tours encourage visitors to use mirrors to explore new perspectives. Tours are primarily in Spanish, but English tours can be requested.
? Location: CaixaForum Valencia
?? More details and tickets.

? Genesis Light Show at the Jesuit Church
Experience the last week of this immersive light and music show inspired by the Biblical passages of Genesis. The event takes place in the beautiful interior of the Jesuit Church.
? Location: Jesuit Church
?? Tickets and details.

Ongoing Events

? Holiday Fairs and Activities
This is the final week for Valencia’s holiday circus performances, ice skating rinks, and festive Christmas markets. Don’t miss the chance to soak up the last of the season’s cheer!
? See our earlier post for Holiday Activities in Valencia.

Enjoy your weekend and tenga un buen finde!