The good weather is on its way, April is here, and with it come new events, concerts, exhibitions, and plenty of things to do that you won’t want to miss. Here’s our selection of the must-see events in Valencia for the month of April so you don’t miss a thing.
From March 27 to April 5, the Poblats Marítimis district—El Grau, El Cabanyal-Canyamelar—is filled with fervor and tradition during the Semana Santa Marinera, declared a Festival of National Tourist Interest.
Holy Thursday (April 2): Procession of the Torches, 8:00 p.m. Avenida del Mediterráneo.
Good Friday (April 3): Holy Burial Procession, 8:00 a.m. at Playa de las Arenas and 6:30 p.m. on Calle de la Reina.
Easter Sunday (April 5): Festive Parade, 1:00 p.m. Avenida del Mediterráneo.
Mostra Proava
The Mostra de Proava returns to Valencia. A unique event to discover the culinary products of the Valencian Community up close, sample them, and spend a pleasant morning in the Turia Gardens.
This immersive exhibition transports you back to 1912, bringing to life the voyage and final destination of the iconic ocean liner through 360° projections, virtual reality, and historical artifacts. Discover the ship’s majesty, explore its decks in the metaverse, and be moved by the stories of its passengers on this historic occasion—for the famous ship departed from the port of Southampton on April 10, 1912, and sank five days later, on April 15.
Kroqueta Fest
From April 16 to 19, in front of the Neptuno Hotel, Valencia’s first croquette festival will be held. More than a dozen restaurants, each with their own recipes, will compete to be the public’s favorite.
In addition, the festival will feature a selection of food trucks to complement the culinary experience and a children’s area with inflatable attractions.
Book Fair 2026
The Valencia Book Fair returns to the Jardines de Viveros from April 30 through May 10. Stroll through the booths located in these central gardens, find your favorite authors to have your books signed, or purchase the latest releases that publishers will be showcasing during the event.
One of the major artistic events of the year in Valencia.
If you’ve ever felt that art can be a space to confront history, memory, and who we are as a society, you can’t miss Anselm Kiefer’s exhibition. A major exhibition that will completely transform the Hortensia Herrero Art Center, bringing us closer to Kiefer’s work with pieces you’ll be able to see for the first time in Europe. An artist who doesn’t simply paint pictures but builds entire universes. Works like Danaë, one of the largest in scale, will soon be on view at this major artistic event in Valencia in 2026.
A day full of color and wind with workshops and shows for the whole family. If you’re in the mood for an outdoor activity on the coast, mark your calendar for the Valencia Kite Festival: it will take place on April 12, 2026, at Cabanyal Beach, with activities from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM and free admission. There will be high-level exhibitions, children’s workshops, and demonstrations of giant kites.
