October 31 Halloween in Alhama de Murcia!

Games, dancing, float parades and of course a little terror in the streets of Alhama on Friday

Spain now celebrates Halloween as if it had been a part of national tradition for centuries (it hasn’t) and Alhama de Murcia is no exception, with a wide range of activities being held by the Youth department of the Town Hall on Friday 31^st October.

For infants and young children

An evening of gymkhanas, masks, fase-painting and balloons outside the Casa Amarilla in the Plaza de las Américas, from 17.00 to 21.00.

Inclusive party for youngsters

Aat the same time, from 17.00 to 21.00 in the Plaza de las Américas, an evening of team contests, a disco, neon make-up and prizes for the best costumes.

Pumpkin workshop

At the Patio de La Guarida starting at 17.00.

Dance performances

The Alhanza dance school offers three shows in the Plaza de las Américas at 19.00, 19.30 and 20.00.

Terror floats in the streets, created by three party groups.

Photocall

The El Cocotazo group are decorating the main doorway of the Casa Amarilla so that people can have their pictures taken in the electric chair and against other horror backdrops.

Cinema and Escape Room

The film Black Phone 2 is being shown at the Cine Velasco on 31st October at 20.00 and on 1^st and 2^nd November at 20.15.

The escape room at the Casa de la Cultura is called “El hechizo de la casa encantada” and admission is from 19.00 to 23.45. Prior registration is required via the QR code alongside. Admission 3 euros.

Survival-O Alhama Coym

A new activity this year, a night orientation event full of surprises, taking place throughout the municipality on 31^st October. Competitors must enter in teams of 3 or 4 people and all “survivors” will receive a special prize.

The game is open to anyone over 12, or over 9 if accompanied by an adult.

Registration is via the QR code on the poster.

Gran Fiesta de Halloween

Finally, at the Espacio Joven centre in Calle Estación there is a grand Halloween party with music, a bar and a safe environment in which to enjoy the evening.

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