Published October 17, 2025 | Category: Events

TL;DR — The 50th Rally Costa de Almeria takes place on October 31–November 1, 2025. Expect two days of tarmac stages, a service park in/near Almeria city and signed spectator zones. Free to watch from official areas; check the timetable, maps and live timing before you go.

Rally Costa de Almeria 2025: Full Spectator Guide to the 50th Edition

Table of Contents

1. What, when & where
2. Rally format, stages & championships
3. Best places to watch (spectator zones)
4. Access, parking & transport
5. Live timing, results & how to follow
6. Safety rules for spectators
7. History & legacy
8. Plan your rally weekend (insider tips)
9. FAQ

1) What, when & where

The Rally Costa de Almeria celebrates its 50th edition on October 31–November 1, 2025. The event is based in Almeria with special stages on provincial tarmac roads; the organiser publishes the full programme (itinerary, stage maps and regulations) on the official channels shortly before the start.

2) Rally format, stages & championships

The rally runs over two days (Friday–Saturday) with a shakedown/ceremonial, multiple timed asphalt stages and a central service area. In this anniversary year it returns to Spain’s national asphalt framework alongside the Andalusian championship. Final particulars (itinerary, roadbook, start lists) are released via the official notice board.

3) Best places to watch (spectator zones)

Use the official spectator zones indicated on the stage maps/notice board. These offer good visibility on safe bends, junctions or hill crests and are staffed by marshals. Avoid unsanctioned shortcuts or farm tracks. Pick 2–3 zones per day and avoid rushing between stages.

4) Access, parking & transport

Some rural roads close or become one-way during live stages—arrive 60–90 minutes early. Follow temporary signage to designated parking. Around the service park, city parking fills quickly; consider public transport or rideshares, then walk. Bring water, snacks, sun protection and a warm layer for evening sections.

5) Live timing, results & how to follow

On event days, follow live timing and results via the official timing links and notice board. If you stay in one zone, you can still track splits and classifications on your phone between cars.

6) Safety rules for spectators

• Stand only in marked safe areas; never on the outside of corners, escape roads or below road level.
• Obey marshals and tape colours; do not cross the stage once live.
• Keep pets on a lead; drones are typically prohibited without accreditation.
• Respect the countryside: take litter home and park only where allowed.

7) History & legacy

The event began in the 1960s under the name Rally Costa del Sol and, after evolving through the decades, adopted the modern Costa de Almeria branding in the late 1980s. It has alternated between national and regional status, with notable spells counting for Spain’s main rally series in the 1970s–80s and accolades as one of southern Spain’s best tarmac rallies. Across its half-century, it has brought top Iberian talent to Almeria’s mountain and coastal roads, growing a loyal spectator base and a strong local club culture.

8) Plan your rally weekend (insider tips)

• Combine with the city: Fit in the Alcazaba, the Cable Inglés and a tapas crawl between service intervals.
• Navigation: Pre-save spectator points in offline maps; mobile coverage can dip in valleys.
• Food & fuel: Stock up early; small towns have limited hours on rally days.
• Weather: Late October is usually sunny but breezy; dusk sections can get cool.

9) FAQ

Is it free to watch? Yes. Spectating from official zones is free (no general admission), subject to capacity and safety rules.

Where do I get maps and the timetable? From the organiser’s notice board and official website in the week of the rally.

Which series count? The 50th edition is scheduled within Spain’s asphalt framework and the Andalusian championship, with final documents confirming classifications and points.

For official documents, maps, and the latest updates, visit the Automóvil Club de Almería website.

For more updates from across the province, visit our Events category.

Published October 16, 2025 | Category: Events

TL;DR: November is headlined by FICAL (the International Film Festival of Almeria), big-name concerts (David Bisbal, Ara Malikian), a rolling provincial theatre programme through mid-month, and “Cortos en Ruta” screenings in multiple towns — plus the Albox fair running into early November.

Almeria Events November 2025 – What’s On Across the Province

At a Glance: Key Highlights

• 14–23 Nov: FICAL 2025 – screenings, competitions, talks across Almeria city.
• 15 Nov: David Bisbal at Plaza de Toros (Almeria city).
• 7 Nov: Ara Malikian at Teatro Auditorio (Roquetas de Mar).
• 8 Nov: “Así Canta Jerez en Navidad” (Roquetas de Mar).
• Through 16 Nov: Provincial Theatre Festival (multiple municipalities).
• Early Nov: Albox Feria de Todos los Santos runs through to 4 Nov.

FICAL 2025 – Festival Internacional de Cine de Almeria (14–23 Nov)

The province’s flagship cultural event returns with a full week of film competitions, city-wide screenings and industry activities. Expect the “Almeria en Corto” short-film competition, special sections, and parallel events across emblematic venues such as Teatro Cervantes and Auditorio Maestro Padilla. Check daily listings and secure prime evening seats early; afternoon sessions are usually quieter for last-minute plans. Official FICAL site ·

Concerts & Stage: City and Coast

David Bisbal – 15 November (Plaza de Toros, Almeria city). The hometown star brings a big-room show to the capital. Tickets are seated by section; plan your arrival early for smoother entry on busy nights. Artist site

Ara Malikian – 7 November (Teatro Auditorio, Roquetas de Mar). The virtuoso violinist’s “Intruso” tour blends classical mastery with global influences — an intimate, acoustically rich evening on the coast.
Tour page

“Así Canta Jerez en Navidad” – 8 November (Teatro Auditorio, Roquetas de Mar). A festive flamenco celebration led by Luis de Perikín — a warm-up to the holiday season with more than 20 artists on stage. Official tour page

Provincial Theatre – Through 16 November

The Diputación’s Provincial Theatre Festival continues through mid-November with local companies performing in different towns. Dates can vary by municipality; typical stops include Pulpí, Fines and other Alpujarra and Levante venues. It’s a good opportunity to discover community theatres and support local performing arts. Keep an eye on weekly updates as some venues publish their schedules close to performance day. Diputación – festival overview· Municipal listing example

Cortos en Ruta – Film Shorts Across the Province

Linked to FICAL, “Cortos en Ruta – Disfruta FICAL” brings short-film sessions to smaller venues across the province throughout the autumn. Expect around twenty screenings across eleven municipalities — past circuits include Abrucena, Cantoria, Dalías, Fines, Garrucha, Laujar de Andarax, Los Gallardos, Pulpí, Serón and Turre. Check local ayuntamiento and cultural centre pages the day before for session times. Diputación – Cortos en Ruta

Ferias & Traditions (Early November)

Across the Almanzora valley and the eastern coast, towns mark their ferias patronales — with Vera’s San Cleofás Fair already wrapped up in late September, and Albox’s Feria de Todos los Santos running from 31 October to 4 November 2025. Expect processions, fairgrounds and plenty of local gastronomy — perfect for visitors who want to experience authentic community life. Albox fair info

Quiet-Season Ideas: Outdoors & Day Trips

November is one of the best months to enjoy Almeria’s landscapes without the heat or the crowds. Choose an easy coastal walk in the Cabo de Gata-Nijar Natural Park, a photography-first stroll in Las Negras and San José, a film-history day in the Tabernas Desert, or a chestnut-season drive toward Laujar de Andarax and the Alpujarra villages. If you’re planning multiple events in Almeria city, group them on the same day and use public car parks near the historic centre for smoother logistics.

Final Notes

Almeria events November line up beautifully this year: the cinematic energy of FICAL, arena-level concerts, intimate provincial theatre and a province-wide shorts circuit that takes culture to smaller towns. Build your month around the festival dates, add one or two coastal nights in Roquetas for concerts, and keep a free evening for a local theatre performance in the interior — that mix captures the province at its most authentic.

For more updates from across the province, visit our Events category.