MURCIA NEWS

Bryan Adams to return to Murcia on November 6Tickets for the concert in Murcia will go on sale in early March Canadian star Bryan Adams is returning to the city of Murcia for another concert on 6th November following a few sell-out dates at the Palacio de Deportes (click for map) in recent years.. 02/03/2026

Tickets now on sale for the Noches de Camino music festival in Caravaca in JuneA wide range of artists such as David Bisbal and Ana Torroja head the bill at the biggest summer event in the north-west of Murcia Although its’ being held for only the third time this year the “Noches del Camino” music festival in Caravaca.. 02/03/2026

New weather radar will deliver earlier and more accurate storm warnings across the Region of MurciaState of the art dual technology will improve accuracy in detecting rain, hail and snow in Murcia and Alicante A new weather radar operated by the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) is due to become operational in early March at Sierra de la Pila.. 27/02/2026

Restoration work continues at the church of San Juan in Lorca1.8 million euros to re-open the church to the public 90 years after its closure Work continues in Lorca to restore and re-purpose the historic church of San Juan, which stands at one of the highest points in the current city on the lower slopes of the.. 26/02/2026

Jumilla under pressure to find new public space for end of Ramadan prayersThe Muslim community and Jumilla council are in talks following last year’s decision to limit the non-sporting use of public venues After sparking heated debate around the country last summer following a political decision to restrict religious.. 24/02/2026

More than 100 residents evacuated in Cieza as 38-metre chimney threatens to collapseEmergency crews cleared around 40 homes in Cieza after residents reported the structure swaying and engineers confirmed a real risk of collapse More than 100 residents were asked to leave their homes in the town of Cieza on Monday night, February.. 17/02/2026

Jumilla restaurant awarded prestigious Repsol Guide recognitionLa Casa de los Abuelos is run by the winery of Bodegas Viña Elena Restaurants in the Altiplano area in the north of the Region of Murcia seem to be attracting a good deal more attention of late, and following the awarding of a Michelin star to.. 17/02/2026

Restoration continues at the Convent Church of San José in CaravacaThe splendid church and convent were founded in Caravaca by Santa Teresa de Jesús 450 years ago The Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz, with support from the regional government of Murcia, continues to do its utmost to elevate the tourism potential.. 16/02/2026

Murcia's nature reserves see visitor boom in 2025Over 68,000 people explore parks through guided activities and centres Protected natural areas across the Region of Murcia welcomed more than 68,000 visitors in 2025, marking a steady rise in people enjoying these special spots. That's according to.. 02/02/2026

Jumilla presents Semana Santa 2026 posterThe Easter processions began over 600 years ago in Jumilla! The official poster promoting the events during Easter Week in Jumilla, which have been awarded International Tourist Interest status in recognition of their deep-rotted traditions and the feeling.. 21/01/2026

Jumilla already preparing for August fiestas!Posters and leaflets are on display this week at the huge FITUR tourism fair in Madrid As we grit our teeth (if not the roads!) and put up with the cold of January throughout Spain, in Jumilla this week they’re already looking forward to the month.. 21/01/2026

Nearly 40 beaches, museums and walking routes across Murcia to become more accessibleMore than €1 million will be invested to improve access to some of the most important cultural, historic and natural sites across the region Winter in the Region of Murcia is a great time to get out and about. The weather is perfect for walking.. 14/01/2026

Holy Jubilee Year begins in Cehegín on July 25The Jubilee celebrates the 300th anniversary of the arrival of the figure of the Virgen de las Maravillas in Cehegín On 25th July 2025 a year-long Holy Jubilee Year begins in the town of Cehegín in the north-west of the Region of Murcia.. 10/07/2025

Temporary respite breaks offer elderly residents professional and personal support at DomusVi Ciudad de MurciaDomusVi Ciudad de Murcia, a home from home with wellbeing guaranteed from the very first day Caring for an elderly relative, neighbour or friend is a great test of the dedication of those upon whom the duty falls, and often they become so engrossed with the..

Floracion peach blossoms in Cieza this spring: When is the best time to go?Witness the magic of the Cieza peach trees in bloom this year Every spring, the fields around Cieza in Spain’s Region of Murcia celebrate an unparalleled spectacle of nature – the floración, or the flowering of the blossoms on the.. 21/01/2025

Yecla fiestas awarded International Tourist Interest statusThe December fiestas in Yecla are renowned for the atmosphere, the enthusiasm and the sounds and smells of gunfire! Although not much was made of it at the time, congratulations are due to the tourism staff at the Town Hall of Yecla and to the town itself..

Innovation and technological in care for the elderly at DomusVi Ciudad de Murcia residence in MurciaVirtual reality goggles replace pharmacological therapy in stimulating the minds and emotions of the elderly DomusVi is one of the largest care providers for the elderly in Spain, and in all of its hundreds of residences and day care centres, including..

This is where the DGT has cameras to make sure you are wearing your seatbeltWearing a seatbelt is one of the easiest ways to increase road safety The European Automobile Associations (AEA) have made public a list of traffic cameras used by the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) in Spain to catch people who do not wear.. 26/04/2024

New branch of pilgrimage routes to Caravaca begins in the Alicante town of Granja de RocamoraUlea and Abanilla are also added to the itinerary as places where fragments of the True Cross are venerated As preparations continue for the Holy Jubilee Year in Caravaca de la Cruz in 2024 it has been announced that a new branch of the pilgrimage and.. 06/11/2023

Ascent of the Collado de la Cruz in Caravaca signalled to attract cycling touristsA stage of the Vuelta a España finishes on the Collado de la Cruz on September 3 The road which climbs to the Collado de la Cruz in Caravaca, a popular one with cyclists and the finishing point of the Tour of Spain stage which ends in Caravaca.. 29/08/2023