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June 22 and 23 San Javier Food Truck Festival
Experience the ultimate foodie and music adventure in Santiago de la Ribera
Prepare for a mouthwatering weekend at the upcoming San Javier Food Truck Festival, an event that will tantalise your taste buds and delight your senses.On Saturday June 22 and Sunday 23, Santiago de la Ribera will transform into a food lover’s paradise, hosting the very first ‘FT Festival’ between noon and 1am each day. This exciting event will take over the Barnuevo esplanade, bringing together a diverse array of culinary creations, vibrant music and family-friendly entertainment.
The two-day festival will feature eight unique food trucks, each offering their own twist on culinary delights. From traditional Spanish flavours to the exotic spices of Mexico and Argentina and the comfort of American classics, your palate will be on an unforgettable journey. And let’s not forget decadent desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth.
But it's not just about the food. The festival organisers have crafted an event for all ages, with a vibrant line-up of entertainment. Groove to the beats of local and international DJs during the day and as the sun sets, enjoy live performances from musical groups showcasing a variety of styles.
For the little ones, there will be engaging children’s workshops in the morning between 11am and 2pm, ensuring a fun and educational experience.
The Councilor for Commerce, Isabel Madrid, pointed out that this FT Festival seeks to “invigorate the area and local commerce, attracting visitors who will be able to enjoy the gastronomic offer and the atmosphere that will be generated on the Barnuevo esplanade.”
Ms Madrid highlighted the “festive and full of entertainment” atmosphere that the esplanade will have on the weekend prior to the night of San Juan, which is celebrated from June 23 to 24.
The mayor and the organisers have launched a massive invitation to locals and visitors to enjoy a weekend “full of flavour, fun and good music.”
For more local news, events and visiting information go to the home page of San Javier Today
Image: Ayuntamiento de San Javier
Address
Calle Padre Juan. Centro Cultural Principe de Asturias 30720 SAN JAVIERTel: 968 571 704
Oficina de Turismo de San Javier
The municipality of San Javier has three main offices giving tourist information to visitors, as well as two information points. The tourist offices are located in Santiago de la Ribera, on the ground floor of the town hall in San Javier and at the start of La Manga. There is also a summer tourist information point located on the seafront in Santiago de la Ribera as well as one at kilometre 12-13 of La Manga del Mar Menor next to Playa Mistral.
Due to its location on the fringes of the Mar Menor and Mediterranean, San Javier has a period of intense summer tourism activity during the peak summer months, although it is popular with retirees of all nationalities out of peak season.
Tickets for the annual San Javier Jazz Festival can be purchased at the Festival office in San Javier Town Hall, Plaza de España.
Timetables summer 2024:
Tourist office Santiago de la Ribera (Calle Padre Juan 30720, Santiago de la Ribera)
Weekdays 9.00 to 14.00 and 18.00 to 21.00
Weekends and public holidays 10.00 to 13.00
Telephone: 661 572285
Email: turismo@sanjavier.es
La Manga del Mar Menor (Gran Vía Km. 0 30380, La Manga del Mar Menor):
May 1 to September 30:
Weekdays 10.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 19.00
Weekends and public holidays 10.30 to 13.00
Telephone 968 128955 ext. 2
Tourist information point of San Javier (Plaza de España, 30730 San Javier):
Weekdays 9.00 to 14.00
968 573 700 ext #5351
Email: concejaliadeturismo@sanjavier.es
Tourist information point of Santiago de la Ribera (Paseo Colón on the seafront)
Weekdays 9.00 to 14.00 and 18.00 to 21.00
Weekends and public holidays 10.00 to 13.00
Tourist information point of La Manga del Mar Menor (Playa Mistral, km 12)
Weekdays 11.00 to 18.00
Weekends and public holidays 11.00 to 14.00
