Events in Valencia This Weekend 18-19 July

On July 19 at 21:00, the Spanish national team will play against Argentina. In Valencia, the final will be broadcast live for free on giant screens: at Jardines del Palau Nord near the Palau de la Música, at Plaza del Ayuntamiento, and inside the Roig Arena (admission is free but requires tickets, which sold out almost immediately). By the sea, you can catch the match at La Casa de la Mar on Patacona Beach and at Terraza Lumière in Alboraya. Check out the complete list of screening locations across the Valencian Community, Madrid, and Barcelona here.

On July 18, the city transforms into one massive stage—from morning until deep into the night, there will be free concerts, circus acts, magic shows, jazz, and children's activities. During the day at Parque Central, look forward to circus workshops, parades, and children's plays (starting from 18:00), magic with Peter Pardo at 18:00 at Plaza de la Mare de Déu, the Hits Band Kids show at 18:45 at Plaza de la Reina, and the "Mickey Party" at 19:00 at Plaza del Patriarca. In the evening, enjoy Valencian folklore at 20:30 at Plaza de la Mare de Déu, a Whitney Houston tribute by Cristina Ramos at 22:30 at Plaza de la Reina, and a tribute to La Oreja de Van Gogh at 23:00 at Plaza del Pilar. Over at the Viveros Gardens, La Plazuela will perform at 20:30—the only ticketed concert of the evening, as everything else is free. Get concert tickets here. The night wraps up with the Orquesta Máxima at 00:30 at Plaza del Ayuntamiento. See the full program via the link.

On July 18, from 20:00 until midnight, Valencia's museums will open their doors completely free of charge. They have also lined up special programming. For instance, the Museo de la Ciudad is hosting a round-table discussion and a guided tour of the Valencia Queer exhibition featuring drag artist Liz Dust at 20:00. See the full list of participating museums and events via the link.

On July 18 at 23:59, Pirotecnia Valenciana will stage a massive pyrotechnic display that was canceled last year due to bad weather. The show will take place in the area between Puente de Serranos and Jardín del Túria. Featuring 2,067 launch lines, 149 modules, five 15-meter platforms, and three simultaneous firing locations, organizers are promising a truly breathtaking finale.

On July 18 at 19:00, the historic Cabalgata de la Cerámica takes over the streets. Celebrated since 1900 and recognized as an Event of Tourist Interest in the Valencian Community, this colorful festival features parade floats tossing thousands of pieces of handcrafted pottery directly into the crowd as souvenirs. The route passes through Calle Molí de la Llum, Calle Masia de la Cova, Calle Mayor, and Avenida Blasco Ibáñez. At midnight, head near the Manises metro station for a party with the Montecarlo Orchestra.

The popular summer market has relocated from El Puig to a brand-new, more spacious beachfront venue at Playa de Puzol. Admission is free, and inside you will find over 15 gourmet food trucks (serving sushi, burgers, Mexican street food, and desserts), live concerts, DJ sets, children's zones, and a craft market. The event is fully dog-friendly and is open on weekends from 12:00 to 00:00.

On July 18, as part of the Cine de Verano series at La Rambleta, they will screen Hayao Miyazaki’s 2001 legendary animated masterpiece Spirited Away (screened in Spanish; recommended for ages 7 and up). Guests are welcome to bring their own picnic dinner or enjoy the onsite COMA bar. Special "RAMBLETERO" combo deals—including your entry ticket, dinner, and popcorn—start from €12. Book tickets and combos via this link.

On both days of the weekend at 17:30 and 21:00, the main hall of the Palau de Les Arts Reina Sofía transforms into Berlin's iconic 1930s Kit Kat Club. The immersive production features the timeless music of John Kander, including hits like "Willkommen," "Money Money," "Don't Tell Mama," and "Cabaret." Different seating zones allow you to choose your preferred level of crowd immersion. Grab your tickets here.

This emotional, humorous, and highly imaginative family-friendly musical brings Victorian London, the Porter family, and the legend of the boy raised by gorillas to life. Taking the stage at the Teatro Olympia are acrobats, dancers, singers, and actors, performing amidst intricately detailed jungle sets and spectacular costumes. Showtimes on July 18 are at 18:00 and 21:00, and on July 19 at 18:00. Get your tickets here.

The annual summer amusement fair is running in the Jardín del Turia, featuring a bumper-car track, trampolines, a Viking ship, and 6D flight simulators. The fairgrounds are located in Section IX of the old Turia riverbed, between the Puente de las Flores and Puente de la Exposición bridges. On July 18, it is open from 18:30 until 02:00, with rides costing between €3.50 and €6.