LOS ALCÁZARES, WHATS ON & WHERE TO GO

Los Alcázares writers' group is looking for new membersBeginners and experienced writers are welcome at a first coffee morning A new writers' group is being set up in Los Alcázares, and everyone from complete beginners to experienced scribblers is invited to get involved.   The group.. 08/10/2026

October 13 Coffee & Company with HELP Murcia Mar Menor in Los AlcázaresGo along to the café in Los Alcázares on the second Tuesday of the month for a cup of coffee with some friendly people HELP Murcia Mar Menor continues with its regular Coffee & Company event on the second Tuesday of every.. 08/10/2026

Try your luck with Espacio Mediterráneo's new 'Scratch off an Extra' promoA fun digital game, instant prizes and the chance to win a €100 Carrefour gift card every month If you love a good surprise (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t), Espacio Mediterráneo in Cartagena has just launched something that.. 24/02/2026

La Palmera Bar and Grill: Authentic flavours in the heart of Estrella de MarFrom hearty breakfasts to unforgettable roasts, Estrella de Mar’s favourite spot has it all La Palmera Bar and Grill in Estrella de Mar, Murcia, has built a well-earned reputation as one of the area’s favourite dining spots. Known for its welcoming..

The best snorkelling sites in the Region of Murcia!Crystalline Mediterranean waters and spectacular scenery and marine life make for great snorkelling beaches in the Costa Cálida Now that the heat of summer has reached the Costa Cálida there is no better way to cool down than with a dip in the..

September 11 to October 12 Exhibition of historic paintings in San Pedro del Pinatar150 años de Pintura Murciana at the Museo Municipal Palacio Barón Benifayó Running until 12th October, the exhibition “150 años de Pintura Murciana” at the Museo Municipal Palacio Barón Benifayó in San..

September 18 to October 18 Marinera tapas route throughout the Region of MurciaThis typical Murcia and Cartagena tapa is among the most representative of the Region Among the most popular tapas in the Region of Murcia is the emblematic “marinera”, which consists of a generous portion of Russian salad balanced on a “..

Until October 31 Goya, Otras Miradas, an art exhibition in San JavierArtists from the Region of Murcia find connections between the great master and current artistic vogues An exhibition of artwork celebrating the career of the master Francisco de Goya (1746-1828) is being held this autumn at the YTAK art gallery in San Javier..

Until October 14 Photography and memorabilia exhibition to commemorate the 190th anniversary of San JavierThe municipality of San Javier was awarded independence from Murcia on 9th March 1836 The town of San Javier first came into existence in the 16th century (click here for a history of the area and the municipality) but it was not until 9th March 1836 that..

October 2 to 24 Annual fiestas in Los AlcázaresHighlights include the Día del Caldero on October 12 and the Gastromar festival the following weekend Los Alcázares celebrates 43 years of municipal independence on October 13 Every October the local fiestas of Los Alcázares are held..

October 9 to 11 Surfari Mar Menor windsurfing and kitefoil fiesta in Los Alcázares!Spectacular water sports on the Mar Menor at this long-lasting festival of windsurfing The Surfari Mar Menor event in Los Alcázares is this year being held for the 27th time over the weekend of 9th to 11th October, immediately before the national..

October 9 to 11 Oktoberfest in San JaverA weekend of live music with German beer and food on the coast of the Mar Menor  The annual Oktoberfest makes a welcome return to San Javier over the holiday weekend of October 9 to 11, bringing with it a series of live musical performance as well as..

Guided tours and activities at the Roman theatre in Cartagena October 2026Morning and evening visits for children and adults at the main historical sites of Cartagena The Cartagena Puerto de Culturas organization is holding an extremely wider range of guided tours and activities during October, with particular efforts being made..

October 10 A festival of flamenco and copla music in San JavierTopping the bill are Jesús Castilla and Maribel Castillo at the winter theatre in San Javier The annual San Javier Flamenco and Copla festival, celebrating two of Spain’s most representative musical traditions, is organized by the “Flamenco..

La Serena golf course in Los AlcázaresAn interesting challenge for golfers of all levels on the shore of the Mar Menor Designed by former Ryder Cup star Manuel Piñero and opened to the public in 2006, the par-72 La Serena golf course in Los Alcázares is located on primarily flat..

October 16 Free boat trip on the Mar Menor from Santiago de la RiberaEnjoy an autumn excursion on the calm water of the largest saltwater lagoon in Europe A series of free guided boat trips on the calm water of the Mar Menor are setting out from the jetty next to the Miramar restaurant in Santiago de la Ribera (the same one..

October 16 to 18 Gastromar food and drink festival in Los AlcázaresA host of appetizing experiences at the annual gastro festival in the centre of Los Alcázares The annual Gastromar foodies’ festival in Los Alcázares, which is held shortly after the local holiday commemorating municipal independence on..

October 23 DJ Symphonic and the Royal Film Orchestra in CartagenaA wide selection of popular music at the El Batel auditorium on the seafront in Cartagena An unusual combination of a symphony orchestra and a DJ come together to perform songs from a wide range of popular music genre, including numbers usually associated..

October 24 to 25 A night of mystery for youngsters in Los AlcázaresMidnight mystery in the library of Los Alcázares! “Misterios a Medianoche” is a free event held on a regular basis this autumn in the municipal library of Los Alcázares in which intrepid youngsters aged 6 to 11 can spend a night alone..

October 25 Free guided tour IN ENGLISH explaining the origins and history of La Manga and the Mar MenorThe Origins of the Mar Menor tour traces the ancient and modern history of La Manga This 5-kilometre walking tour in La Manga begins at the bridge of El Estacio and the channel which enables boats to pass between the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean, and continues..