A long holiday weekend shaped the week in Valencia, with extra Metrovalencia night trains, the 750th anniversary of Jaume I's death and a large Hispanic Day program in Plaza de la Reina. Road disruption on the V-21 and A-7, a cancelled fireworks symposium opening and new school supply grants rounded out a busy few days.
The Week's Biggest Stories
Hispanic Day events set for Plaza de la Reina on Monday
Monday 12 October brings a parade and a concert to Plaza de la Reina, with more than 7,000 people expected. The reports link the plans to a housing protest, so central streets are likely to be busy.
Metrovalencia adds night trains for the long weekend, 9 to 11 October
Metrovalencia is running a special night service from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October for the festive bridge. Trains are scheduled every 10 to 20 minutes, giving late-night access to celebrations across the city.
V-21 fully closed after a fallen power cable
The V-21 shut completely after a high voltage cable came down in a vegetation fire. Traffic was heavily affected and diversions were put in place for drivers in the area.
Families can apply for school supply grants of up to €120
Applications opened on Wednesday 7 October for grants of up to €120 toward school supplies. The window runs until 26 October and is aimed at families with children in early education.
Valencia marks 750 years since the death of Jaume I
The city commemorates the 750th anniversary of King Jaume I's death on 9 October 2026. Cultural events and activities are planned across Valencia around the date.
Young workers and students describe struggling with Valencia rents
Young residents say high housing costs and low wages are making independent living hard to reach. Some are postponing moving out, and others are returning to their parents' homes.
Opening fireworks show for international symposium is cancelled
The opening show for the 20th International Symposium on Fireworks will not go ahead because of safety problems. The cancellation is attributed to the government not securing the required safety conditions.
Valencia to name its 2027 Fallera Mayor on 13 October
The announcement of the Fallera Mayor for 2027 is set for Tuesday 13 October. Thirteen candidates are competing for the title, which is one of the most visible roles in the Fallas festival.
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