September 20 Classic vehicle rally in Alhama de Murcia
This popular event is being held in Alhama for the 16th time
Over the last 16 years the annual classic car and motor vehicle rally has become a popular family event in the municipality of Alhama de Murcia, and this year it is being held on Saturday September 20 at the fairground in the Nueva Espuña district of the town.
The fun and entertainment start at 16.30 with all the family welcome to come along and enjoy races, games, live music and even a museum-style exhibit of old vehicles of various kinds. The registration price of 5 euros is to raise funds for the Asociación del Síndrome 22q Levante charity and those wishing to bring their vehicle can contact the organizers on 657 858800 or 619 887411.
Live music will be accopmanying the event throughout the afternoon and a prize draw is held as evening falls. In addition, a trial bike display is taking place with participants including Álvaro Micol, the regional junior champion and Spanish nº 7 in the "cadete" age group.
At 19.00 Favid García Cánovas, recently named the youngest professional ham slicer in Spain, will be showing off his talents with the inevitable tasty results!
For more information about Alhama, including news and upcoming events, visit the local tourist office or go to the home page of Alhama Today.
Address
Tourist Office Alhama de Murcia, Plaza Constitucion. Frente Auditorio, nº 10, 30840, ALHAMA DE MURCIATel: 968 633 512
Oficina de Turismo de Alhama de Murcia
Alhama de Murcia Tourist information office is located on the edge of the Plaza de la Constitución, just a few metres away from the underground car park and the Town hall of Alhama de Murcia.
The tourist office offers free guided audiotours in English which take visitors around the historical sites of interest in Alhama. These be loaned at any time, although allow an hour and a half to complete the tour, and when loaning the audio equipment visitors are asked to leave passports or ID cards with the tourist office.
The office also carries a full range of leaflets for the archaeological museum of Los Baños, which is built around the historic spa which gives Alhama its name, and the mountains of Sierra Espuña, which is also an important area within the municipality of Alhama. Areas such as El Berro and Gebas have a number of interesting routes which can be followed and there are several picnic areas and good walking routes within the Sierra Espuña natural park.
The tourist office also carries leaflets for the many cultural events and fiestas which take place in Alhama throughout the year, including Los Mayos, Semana Santa, Christmas,the Romería of La Candelaria and the Auto de los Reyes Magos in El Berro.
Opening Hours
Winter (September 16 – May 31)
- Tuesday to Friday: 9am-2pm and 4.30pm-7.30pm
- Saturdays: 10am-1pm
- Sundays and Mondays: closed
Summer (June 1 to September 15)
- Tuesday to Friday: 08.30 to 14.30
- Saturdays: 10.00 to 13.00
- Sundays and Mondays: closed
For more local information, including news and forthcoming events, visit the home page of Alhama Today.
