Before the September blues set in, you’ve got to make the most of August. And this year, it’s packed with plans and experiences in Valencia to enjoy all 31 days of the month.
From a historic eclipse to the Tomatina festival in Buñol, not to mention concerts, local festivals, dolphin sightings, and outdoor movie screenings… anyone who doesn’t make plans to do something different this August in Valencia simply isn’t trying—and our list proves it.
August 12, 2026, will be a historic day in Valencia: in the northern half of the province, we’ll be able to witness the first total solar eclipse visible in the city in over a century.
To make things easier for you, we’ve put together a guide to the 7 best places to view the eclipse… Don’t forget to bring your protective glasses and arrive with plenty of time to spare!
Fira de Xàtiva: Spain’s oldest fair
Spain’s oldest fair turns 776 this summer, and it’s celebrating with a wide-ranging program: fireworks, sports competitions, concerts, theater, rides, contests… all kinds of activities from late July through mid-September.
Although the main events take place from August 14 to 20, you can check out the full schedule for July through September on their website.
The immersive exhibition dedicated to the Titanic will close its doors for good at Bombas Gens after months of success; this August is your last chance to visit it. There, you’ll find real artifacts and recreations of the ship, an immersive film, a wealth of information about the voyage and the history of its crew, and the chance to feel like one of its passengers through a virtual reality experience. “The Legend of the Titanic” is offering discounted tickets for the final sessions; you’ll find the details here .
A chair, a towel, and a desire to enjoy a movie: that’s all you need this summer to enjoy outdoor cinema. The Valencia Provincial Council’s “Cine en las Playas” program returns this year with 46 different screenings at 23 beaches throughout the province.
Enjoy the Parque del Oeste pool on Friday nights with DJs, shows, and activities for the whole family. If you’re looking for a unique summer activity for your August evenings, the Parque del Oeste pool is hosting its “Noches del Oeste” from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., every Friday through August 29. There will be DJ sets, live shows, children’s entertainment, water inflatables, paddleboarding, kayaking, and a swim-up bar.
The Candlelight concert series continues in Valencia this month. Support the benefit concert for those affected by the earthquake in Venezuela by enjoying music from some of the greatest bands in history, such as the Beatles, Queen, and The Killers. You can also enjoy two other very special concerts: a compilation of Hans Zimmer’s greatest works and a tribute to Coldplay and Imagine Dragons, all set against a backdrop of hundreds of candles in a magical atmosphere that has already captivated thousands of people around the world.
Alicante has the highest number of sightings, with groups of up to 50–80 individuals off the coast of Torrevieja. If you’re in the mood to swap the beach for the open sea this August, the Valencian Regional Government confirms the recurring presence of six species of cetaceans in the waters of the Valencian Community, with a concentration of sightings in the province of Alicante; companies like Blue Odyssey and WeWhale offer excursions from Guardamar and Dénia to spot dolphins and fin whales.
Buñol Tomatina
La Tomatina in Buñol, one of Spain’s most international events, returns to the streets of this Valencian town on the last Wednesday of August, as tradition dictates. This year, the event will take place from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
La Cordá de Paterna
As is tradition, on the last Sunday in August, the Cordà de Paterna returns to the streets of the municipality of l’Horta. A fireworks display unlike any other in the world.
After so much time at the beach, there’s also room for a refreshing dip in chlorinated water with some twists and turns. Aquópolis Cullera and Aquarama Benicàssim stand out among the most famous and fun water parks every summer.
