Espacio Mediterráneo brings K-Pop magic to Cartagena for its 19th anniversary
A colourful month of workshops, dance, prizes and a big finale show is underway at the shopping centre
The K-Pop universe has landed in Cartagena, and Espacio Mediterráneo is the place to be. The shopping centre is celebrating its 19th anniversary with its lively K-Pop Backstage event, which kicked off on May 15 and is already rocking the centre with music, dance and all kinds of fun, youthful energy.Running through to Sunday May 31, the event has transformed the centre into an immersive world inspired by Korean pop culture. There are creative workshops, dance sessions, themed photocalls and the K-Pop Corner Zone, where visitors can play games linked to the shopping centre app and win prizes. It is all about feeling like a real K-Pop star for the day, even if just for a few minutes.
The local touch is strong too. Espacio Mediterráneo is hosting a dance contest with amateur groups from the Cartagena area, giving local talent a proper stage. And then there is the grand finale on Sunday May 31, when the centre will host a live show with artists dressed as K-Pop idols. Expect high-energy choreography, live performances and a friendly meet-and-greet with the public.
The programme is already in full swing, with activities taking place on Fridays, Saturdays and selected Sundays:
- Fridays: 6.00pm to 8.00pm.
- Saturdays: 12.00pm to 2.00pm and 6.00pm to 8.00pm.
- Sunday May 31, final show: 12.00pm to 2.00pm and 5.30pm to 8.00pm.
There is even a chance to win a real K-Pop treasure. A social media giveaway is running on Instagram from May 12- June 1. To enter, simply follow Espacio Mediterráneo, like the post and mention a friend in the comments. Two lucky winners will be announced on June 1, with the prize being BTS’s A’RIRANG The 5th Album (Living Legend Ver.). Winners can pick up their prize at the Information Point.
Espacio Mediterráneo is one of the Region of Murcia’s leading shopping centres, known for its shops, leisure and dining. With this celebration, it is proving that it is much more than a place to shop. It is a place where the community meets, where new experiences happen and where a 19th anniversary can feel like a proper festival.
This weekend is the last chance to join the K-Pop Backstage celebration. If you have been meaning to see the workshops, try your luck for a prize or simply soak up the atmosphere, Espacio Mediterráneo is the place to be. And on Sunday May 31, the grand finale show will bring the whole event to a spectacular close.For more information about the K-Pop Backstage event, including the full schedule and contest details, readers can click here.
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Address
PARQUE MEDITERRANEO, P.I. CABEZO BEAZA CARTAGENA 30353 MurciaTel: 968 086 433
Mobile: 968 086 436
Mobile: 968 086 436
Where to shop Cartagena and the Mar Menor Murcia
The Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre is on the eastern outskirts of Cartagena, heading out of the city towards La Manga and the Mar Menor, and contains a large Carrefour hypermarket, as well as C&A, Primark, Zara, Massimo Dutti, Levi's, Sdera, Mango, Benetton, Springfield, Stradivarius, Rumbo, Women's Secret, The Phone House, Game Stop, HyM, restaurants, a cinema complex and a bowling alley.
There are a wide range of retail outlets specializing in fashion, household goods, cosmetics, accessories, holiday necessities, electrical goods and footwear, including big name brands and other major brands also operate large stores in the neighbouring retail park.
Those who enjoy their shopping will be quite happy to spend the entire day here, enjoying a 
well-earned break at lunchtime to enjoy one of the restaurants or bars, most of which are located on the first floor above the main entrance hall. There are fourteen establishments to choose from, offering kebabs or pasta, hamburgers or ice-cream, tapas or Brazilian barbecues: there's bound to be something for everyone among the dishes on offer!
With easy motorway access and ample parking both on the main concourse of the retail park and underneath the Carrefour hypermarket, it's easy to leave the car while you stroll around the pleasant, modern mall before filling the boot with your purchases and heading back after a hard day's shop!
Opening Times:
Monday to Sunday 10.00 to 22.00 (restaurants 12.00 to 01.00)
How to get there:
By car
From Cartagena: A-30 direction Murcia, exit 191
From Murcia: A-30 direction Cartagena, exit 191
From Alicante: AP-7 direction Cartagena, exit 191
GPS
37º 37' 33.01" N
0º 56' 52.40" W
By bus
Bus Number 4. Timetable Monday to Saturday
From Canteras: 7:00 a 22:30 every 30 minutes
From Polígono Industrial: 7:45 a 22:15 every 30 minutes
From Galifa: 6:55; 7:55; 11:25; 13:25; 16:25; 19:25; 21:55
Bus Number 4. Timetable Sundays & Holidays
From Canteras: 8:00 a 22:30 every 30 minutes
From Polígono Industrial: 8:00 a 22:00 every 30 minutes
From Galifa: 7:55; 11:25; 13:25; 16:25; 19:25; 21:55
Espacio Mediterráneo
Pol. Industrial Cabezo Beaza
30395 Cartagena, Murcia
968 086433
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