November in the Ribera of Navarre brings Fustiñana's big festival, jotas and good theatre in Tudela, and Sendaviva's last days before winter. This is our guide to the month, listing only events whose dates have been published by their organisers. As always, check the official link before you go.
In Fustiñana
- Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 · Plaza de los Fueros · Las Nueces in Fustiñana. Our very own festival: fireworks at 21:00, a huge bonfire in the middle of the square at 21:15 and, at 21:30, hundreds of kilos of walnuts thrown from the Town Hall balconies for everyone below to pick up, with wine for all. Official programme · Fustiñana Town Council.
- Friday 13 to Tuesday 17 · Fustiñana · Virgen de la Peña festivities. On Friday, the warm-up party at the sports centre with a concert by Tatanka; on Saturday, the opening rocket at 12:00 and, at 23:30, a concert by Destino Sonora in the square; on Sunday, dawn songs, mass at 11:30 and the procession; on Monday, the ranchos in the square, and on Tuesday, children’s day. All the times are in our Las Nueces article.
More about the village in things to do in Fustiñana.
In Tudela
About 15 minutes from the house. Tickets from Tudela-Cultura.
- Until Sunday 29 · Museo Muñoz Sola · ‘29 Miradas’. A photography exhibition about the situation of women in Afghanistan. Free entry, with a guided tour on Sunday 15 at 12:00.
- Saturday 14, 20:00 · Teatro Gaztambide · AURUM. Film soundtracks by candlelight.
- Friday 20, 20:00 · Teatro Gaztambide · Morgan. A concert from their ‘Hotel Tour 2026’.
- Saturday 28, 18:00 · Teatro Gaztambide · Final of the 19th Certamen de Jotas Ciudad de Tudela. A jota contest for soloists and duos of all ages, from children to adults. Tickets €5.
- Sunday 29, 19:00 · Teatro Gaztambide · ‘Malquerida’. Jacinto Benavente's play, starring Aitana Sánchez-Gijón.
For places to eat and stroll between shows, see our Tudela guide.
Sendaviva and the Bardenas
- Saturday 7 and Sunday 8, and Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 · Sendaviva (Arguedas) · Halloween special. Open from 11:00 to 20:00, and these are its last days of the year: the rest of November it is closed. It is about 30 minutes from the house. Official calendar.
- All month · Bardenas Reales. The Information Centre is open from 9:00 to 14:00 and from 15:00 to 17:00, and the park can be visited until an hour before dusk: in November, mornings are best. During the hunting season there are driven-hunt days with tracks closed; they're listed in the official notices.
FAQ
When is Las Nueces in Fustiñana in 2026?
On Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November, during the Virgen de la Peña festivities, from the 13th to the 17th. Both days: fireworks at 21:00, bonfire at 21:15 and walnuts at 21:30, according to the official programme.
Is Sendaviva open in November?
Only two weekends left: 7 and 8 and 14 and 15 November, with the Halloween special, from 11:00 to 20:00. The rest of the month it is closed.
Where can you buy tickets for the Teatro Gaztambide?
On the Tudela-Cultura website and, depending on the show, at the Town Council's SAC (citizen service office) and at the theatre box office.
Fancy coming for a weekend in November? Ask us for a price for your dates.