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Valencia Weekend: A Solar Eclipse, Open Kitchens, and a Feast of Spring Arts

Good morning. Spring has sprung! The city has launched into a new season of music concerts, art, and cultural events. Here are some of the highlights.

Science Events

Solar Eclipse Observation The Museum of Science is hosting an observation of the partial solar eclipse on Saturday, 29 March, with the Valencian Astronomy Association guiding observers. More info

Food Events

Jornadas de Arroces Caldosos
From March 25–April 15, participating restaurants are offering menus showcasing Valencia’s famed soupy rice dishes. A portion of funds will be donated to flood recovery. More info

Cuina Oberta
This seasonal event features set menus and food experiences from some of Valencia’s best restaurants. April 3–13. Tickets available from Friday, 28 March. More info

Political and Community Events

Valencia’s Democrats Abroad are staging a rally against the Trump Administration on Saturday, 29 March at 11:30 in Plaza de la Reina. More info

Sports and Games

Valencia CF vs. Real Mallorca
Mestalla Stadium, Sunday, 30 March. More info

Theatre and Dance

Puppet Festival in Cabanyal
Teatre El Musical teams up with Teatro La Estrella for a weekend of children’s puppet shows and a FREE puppet workshop at TEM. More info

Martin Vargas Exhibition & Guided Tours
Galeria del Tossal hosts a special exhibition on legendary dancer Martin Vargas, with guided tours by his daughter (Spanish & English). Tours start 29 March—reservations required. More info

Sara Baras: Contemporary Flamenco
Les Arts showcases the innovative flamenco dance of Sara Baras. More info

Acrobatic Theatre: Embolic
Escalante Theatre presents a high-energy performance combining acrobatics and storytelling. More info

Music

Flamenco & Traditional
Atenea Sky presents three flamenco shows starting Saturday, 29 March. More info

House & Electronic
Jardi Electronic’s showcase of local talent at Parc Central. FREE entry. Saturday, 29 March, from 3:30 PM. More info

Rock & Pop Highlights

  • Loco Club: Circuit Abanda on Friday, Leo Middea (Brazilian pop) on Wednesday, 2 April, and The Picturebooks (German duo) on Thursday, 3 April. More info
  • 16 Toneladas: Heavy rock, metal & experimental music all weekend, plus The Belays (soulful punk rock) on Sunday, 30 March. More info
  • La Rambleta: Maika Makovski presents her new album Bunker Rococo on Friday, 28 March; Tangerine Dream performs on Monday, 31 March. More info
  • Radio City: Nito Serrano (frontier rock) on Friday, 28 March; Lucas Colman (singer-songwriter) & Playa Desnuda (ska-reggae) on Saturday, 29 March. More info

Jazz & Blues

  • Berklee’s Outdoor Concerts at Les Arts (27–28 March, continuing in April/May). More info
  • Jimmy Glass Jazz Bar: Adriano Tortora Quartet on Friday, 28 March; Cristopher Pérez Quartet on Saturday, 29 March. More info
  • La Fabrica de Hielo: Daniela Cheb (Argentinian singer blending tango & jazz) on Sunday, 30 March. More info
  • Matisse Club: Anne Setton, Brazilian jazz vocalist and guitarist, on Sunday, 30 March. More info

Classical

  • Valencia Philharmonic Society Chamber Orchestra at Muvim—FREE concert featuring works by Grieg, Elgar, and more. More info
  • Palau de la Musica: Valencian Orchestra conducted by Alexander Liebreich on Friday, 28 March; special sitar, tabla & basuri concert on Tuesday, 2 April. More info
  • Ateneo Mercantil: FREE concert of Valencia’s School of High Performance Music ESMAR, featuring works that showcase the bass as an instrument. Sunday, 30 March. More info
  • Les Arts: Mediterrània Consort on Friday, 28 March, featuring pre-19th century compositions. James Gaffigan directs the Valencian Community Orchestra on Thursday, 3 April. More info

Art & Galleries

Ongoing Art Exhibitions

  • Carmen Contemporary Cultural Center – Opens exhibition of Valencia artists in the Carme Thyssen Collection (until 29 June) More info
  • Bellas Artes – Debuts two new acquisitions: Simone Barabino’s The Funeral of Christ, and the portrait of Madeleine de l’Aubespine by Jean Decourt. Masaveu Exhibition also ongoing (until 15 June). More Info
  • Leonardo Da Vinci Exhibition – Science Museum (Until 13 April). More Info
  • Almudin Museum — Artist Claudy Jongstra uses wool fibers and other natural materials to create landscape-like canvases. (Until 27 April) More info
  • Galeria Benlliure – Graphic Work exhibition featuring graphic art pieces by renowned artists including Manolo Valdés, Juan Genovés and Eduardo Chillida, among others. (Until 28 March)
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  • Fundación Bancaja – En El Mar Sorolla exhibition (until end of March) and pop artist Eduardo Ursula
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  • Museo de la Ciudad – Sculpture from Valencian artist Silvestre Moros and paintings from José Manaut, a Valencian student and contemporary of Sorolla. (until April) More info

Galleries

  • Estudio 64 – New exhibition by Jorge González featuring his work and illustrations from The New Yorker and beyond. More info
  • Shiras Gallery – Exhibition by artist Eduardo Urdiales More info

That’s it for now! Hope everyone enjoys the sunshine this weekend!

Valencia News: EU Warnings, Abandoned Landmarks, Police Raids, and a Seafood Feast

Good morning! Here is your Thursday morning news roundup. Weekend highlights will be out on Friday morning.

Rising Tensions in Europe

The EU is urging citizens to prepare 72-hour survival kits for emergencies, citing risks from climate change and growing political tensions. This initiative is part of a broader effort to strengthen Europe’s emergency response and defense capabilities, according to Euronews.
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As the Trump administration in the U.S. threatens to withdraw NATO support, EU countries—including Spain — are working to bolster their defense. On Wednesday, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez presented his defense plan, which received a lukewarm response from lawmakers, reports Reuters.
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History and Heritage

Squatters have occupied a historic chalet in Rocafort once used by poet Antonio Machado, Levante reports. The municipality purchased the building years ago, but restoration efforts stalled, leaving it abandoned. After learning of the home’s historical significance, the occupants agreed to leave, according to Las Provincias.
Levante report | Las Provincias report

Meanwhile, residents of the Abastos neighborhood have voiced concerns over the neglected state of the historic Abastos Market Hall, citing structural damage and general deterioration.
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For those practicing Spanish listening skills, Las Provincias features a podcast interview with José Miguel Martínez, the last fisherman of Benidorm. Amidst the high-rise tourist developments, his fishing boat is the only one still docked in Benidorm’s port.
Listen here

Crime and Corruption

Authorities have dismantled a drug trafficking and money laundering operation run by a matriarch in L’Horta Nord. The gang maintained a network of lookouts to evade law enforcement.
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In an unusual case, police have uncovered an illegal gambling ring involving stolen prize pigeons. The operation, which netted over €50,000, has been shut down.
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Changing City

The number of American citizens buying property in Valencia has surged by 40% in the past year, according to Levante.
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Las Provincias has mapped out Valencia’s most and least expensive neighborhoods, with property prices ranging from €50,000 to €4 million.
See the map

As homelessness rises in the Turia park, police are investigating the death of a young man found inside an encampment in the old riverbed.
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Food News

Mussel season has officially begun in Valencia’s port! Producers estimate that around 1,000 tons of these prized shellfish will be harvested this year. The season typically runs until August.
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Meanwhile, Denia has hosted its annual red shrimp competition, where Michelin-starred chef Ana Lázaro won top honors for her creative dish featuring the prized local seafood.
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That’s all for this Thursday! Check back tomorrow for the weekend highlights.