February 13 to 22 Carnival 2026 in Alhama de Murcia

The main Carnival parade in Alhama is on Saturday February 21

This year's Carnival celebrations in Alhama de Murcia feature two processions through the town centre, one for children on 14th February and the other for adults a week later.

The full schedule includes the following: 

Friday February 13

16.00: The Children’s Carnival parade begins on Avenida Constantino López.

Saturday February 14

18.00: Chirigota comic singing groups perform at the Casa de la Cultura, including Los Jallullos from Totana, Los Funde Plomos from Murcia, Los Cantalhama from Alhama and Las Chicas del Poyetón, also from Alhama.

Sunday February 15

11.30: Diver Carnaval in the Plaza de las Américas, with workshops, bouncy castles and guided activities and games for children.

Tuesday February 17

9.00 to 14.00: Las Chicas del Poyetón outside the Círculo Viejo.

Saturday February 21

16.30: The main Carnival parade begins in Avenida de la Constitución, with prizes for best groups and others of up to 180 euros. Registration is open until 18th February in the Casa de la Cultura and prizes will be awarded in the Plaza de las Américas.

Sunday February 22

19.00: Carnival of the Third Age at the Centro de Mayores with entertainment from Dúo Aguamarina and prizes for the best individual and couples’ costumes.

For more local events, news and visiting information contact the tourist office (telephone 968 633512) or go to the home page of Alhama Today.