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What's on in Águilas July 2025
The peak summer tourist season begins and Águilas welcomes visitors with a host of events and activities on the shore of the Med
The summer is officially here at last, and with it begins the busiest time of the year in Águilas (and other beachside resorts throughout Spain), with the possible exception of the Carnival festivities in February and March.
This may be holiday season for most people, but for the Aguileños there is no rest over the next couple of months as visitors flock to the fantastic beaches and the town offers them accommodation, delicious food and a busy social and cultural life to make their stay in south-western Murcia a truly memorable one. Some of the regular activities and events which fill the diary for the autumn, winter and spring may have wound down their 2024-25 season, but they are more than made up for by the plethora of concerts, parties, fiestas and sporting engagements which are taking place in July and August!
So, make the most of July in Águilas and browse through the following agenda for the month, which, as ever, is likely to be modified and added to as the month progresses:
EVENTS AND FREE GUIDED TOURS
Thursday July 3
19.00: "Territorio Tortuga", a talk at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal about the need to protect sea turtles along the coast of Águilas, and in particularly what to do if you see one of these magnificent animals on the beach, possibly attempting to lay eggs.
21.30: Music and dancing in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos, admission free of charge.
Friday July 4
17.00: Conga festival in the Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, admission free of charge. the bands are among the top current acts in Spain. Click here for further details.
19.00: Free guided tour of the historic town centre of Águilas starting at the Tourist Office.
Duration: approximately 2 hours.
This tour takes participants through the port and Plaza de España and past important monuments and buildings, such as the Ícaro (Carnival monument), Ferrocarril monument, Archaeological Museum and church of San José. The tour is suitable for those of limited mobility.
Further information here: bookings for this tour throughout the year should be made here or through the tourist office.
July 4 and 5
20.30: "Tocmanías y Otras Patologías", based on “Toc Toc” by Laurent Baffie, at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal. Tickets 7 euros from www.bacantix.com, Casa de la Cultura, Museo Arqueológico and on the door.
Saturday July 5
18.30: A chance to meet author Francisco José Montalbán, who wrote "Sueño de Espumas", at the Club de Lectura Posidonia.
19.00: The conga festival continues in the Plaza de Antonio Cortijos.
20.00: The "Ciudad de Águilas" town bands festival at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena, admission free of charge.
21.00: Charity dinner held by the Paso Azul at the Restaurante Club Náutico, tickets 40 euros, booking is essential on 601 997507. All funds raised are donated to the local branch of Cáritas at the church of San José.
21.00: A concert by musicians hoping to join the Region of Murcia Symphony Orchestra at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena, admission free of charge.
July 5 to 6
Nautical and environmental camp for children aged 10to 13 at the Club Náutico de Águilas, free of charge. Saturday 10.00 to 13.30 (without overnight stay), meals provided, activitiesinclude sailing, kayakking, snorkelling and various workshops. Online registration here, further information on 655 441929.
Sunday July 6
21.30: Los Tres Cerditos, a musical version of The Three Little Pigs, in the Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, admission free of charge.
Thursday July 10
21.30: Inmaculada Rejón presents "Estrellas", a tribute to ten greats from the world of Spanish song, accompanied by Virginia Abril and presented by Paco Jiménez. Admission free of charge.
20.30: "El Café de las Flores", a drama performance to raise funds for the AECC Spanish cancer association at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena. Tickets priced at 10 euros and available online here as well as at the Museo Arqueológico, the Casa de la Cultura and on the door.
Friday July 11
20.00: Teatro Imagine in Calabardina.
21.00: Festival UD. FEMENINO in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos, with music, entertainment, prize draws and snacks. Tickets 5 euros from Café Bar Sol y Mar and Asociación AMIA, funds donated to the UD Águilas Femeninio football team. to , a las 21 horas.
Saturday July 12
22.00: "Ven a Bailar", the Imperial Estudio at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena, featuring the Escuela Ría Pita, Escuela Carmen Franco, Peña Almendriqueña and Peña Movida Aguileña. Tickets 7 € from the Casa de la Cultura, Museo Arqueológico and online here.
22.00: Sinergia dance festival in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos, tickets 7 euros. Gates open at 21.00.
July 12 and 13
8.00: Royal Beach Game outside the Auditorio. Timetable: Saturday 8.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 23.00, Sunday 9.00 to 14.00.
24-hour Futbol 8 Marathon at the Campo de fútbol Hermanos Buitrago. Registration on 968 412023.
Sunday July 13
9.00: Free Marina de Cope walking tour, the coordinates for the starting point are 37.469325 and -1.499722.
Duration and difficulty: approximately 2 and a half hours; 4.7 kilometres. Low level of difficulty.
Further information can be found here. Bookings: through the Murcia tourist board here or through the tourist office.
This walk takes place in the regional park of Cabo Cope and Puntas de Calnegre, allowing participants to enjoy the natural scenery on offer, as well as walking through nesting areas for different bird species and Roman remains.
21.00: 7th annual Aguanile Dance festival in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos, tickets 7 euros from the academy or 10 euros on the door.
Tuesday July 15
22.00: Serenade in honour of the Virgen del Carmen outside the parish church of El Carmen.
Wednesday July 16
10.00: Homage is paid to the Virgen del Carmen, the patron of seafarers, at the Fishermen's Guild.
19.30: Mediums, a free dramatized tour of three museums in Aguilas in the company of medium guides Isabella and Fidel! Discover some of the mysterious secrets the museums contain during a trip to the Archaeological Museum, the Carnival Museum and the Centro de Interpretación Paco Rabal.
Click here for further information or here to book your place on this tour!
22.00: Theatre/circus at the church of Calabardina, free of charge.
July 16 to 31
Exhibition of work by artist Joaquín Martínez Olivares at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal, open weekdays 18.00 to 21.00.
Thursday July 17
20.00: Pinocchio musical in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos, admission free of charge.
21.30: Los 40 Summer Live, top pop radio station Los 40 visits the explanade otuside the auditorium.
Friday July 18
19.30: Free dramatized tour of the Esparto Grass Museum, starting at the tourist office. Click here for further information or here to book your place on the visit.
22.00: La Ganga Calé in concert in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos.
July 18 to 20
Summer fiestas in Calabardina.
Saturday July 19
Free Mr Gillman and El Hornillo railways tour
Starts outside the auditorium at 19.00.
Duration: approximately 2 hours.
Bookings: through the Region of Murcia tourist board here or through the tourist office.
This tour allows participants to experience the history of the traders and industrialists who played such an important role in the economy of Águilas in the second half of the 19th century and the first 30 years of the 20th, among them Gustavo Gillman. The route includes the Monument to the Railway, the bridge over the Rambla de las Culebras, the Sendero del Hornillo and the museum which has been created in the railway tunnel, which led to the Embarcadero del Hornillo loading jetty.
For further info click here.
21.00: A live screening at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena of Verdi's opera La Traviata being performed at the Teatro Real in Madrid.
21.30: The 24th annual Goyi Vera dance festival in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos, tickets available in advance from the Escuela de Danza, by telephone on 649 113355 or at the door.
Sunday July 20
9.00: The 46th annual Ciudad de Águilas summer running race starts at the Plaza Antonio Cortijos, registration open until July 10 at www.asuspuestos.es. Further information on 968 412023.
21.30: "Había una vez...", a selection of popular songs performed over 50 years ago on TV by Spain's favourite circus clowns, in Calabardina. Admission free of charge.
21.30: The 10th annual Terpsícore dance festival in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos.
22.00: Summer concert by the Patronato Musical Aguileño on the explanade outside the Auditorio.
Wednesday July 23
19.30: Mediums, a free dramatized tour of three museums in Aguilas in the company of medium guides Isabella and Fidel! Discover some of the mysterious secrets the museums contain during a trip to the Archaeological Museum, the Carnival Museum and the Centro de Interpretación Paco Rabal.
Click here for further information or here to book your place on this tour!
20.00: Imagine children's theatre in the Plaza Fernando Rey.
22.00: Theatre/circus at the church of Calabardina, free of charge.
July 24 to 27
Arts and crafts market on the Paseo de Poniente.
Thursday July 24
20.30: Jazz old Jazz in the Calle Conde de Aranda alongside the archaeological museum, admission free of charge.
22.00: Summer concert by the Patronato Musical Aguileño in the pergola of Playa de la Colonia.
22.00; Los Cuarentones Principales, music for over-40s in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos.
Friday July 25
19.30: Free dramatized tour of the Esparto Grass Museum, starting at the tourist office. Click here for further information or here to book your place on the visit.
20.00: A celebration of the elderly and grandparents of Águilas in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos with liove music rom Blanca Villa.
20.00: La Noche Blanca, a special shopping night in the centre of Águilas and the Las Yucas shopping centre.
Saturday July 26
22.00: The 5th annual summer jazz festival of Águilas gets under way with a show by trumpeter Mayquel González and his quartet, tickets 15 euros. Click here for further details.
Season tickets for all three concerts in the festival are also available for 38 euros.
Sunday July 27
9.30: Open water swim around the Isla del Fraile starting at the beach of Los Cocedores del Hornillo. Registration until July 20 at www.asuspuestos.es, further information on 968 412023.
19.00: Free guided tour of the Castillo de San Juan de Águilas
Starts at the tourist office.
The 18th century castle of San Juan is one of the most visible and important monuments of Águilas, offering both an insight into the town’s history and fabulous views over the town itself and the Mediterranean.
Further info can be found here. Reservations to take part in the free visit should be made through the regional tourist board website here.
Comfortable clothing and footwear, a hat, water and sun cream are definitely necessary at this time of year!
21.30: Music and dancing in Calabardina, no admission charge.
22.00: Dance performance by the Estudio Coreográfico Rubén Nieto in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos.
Wednesday July 30
19.30: Mediums, a free dramatized tour of three museums in Aguilas in the company of medium guides Isabella and Fidel! Discover some of the mysterious secrets the museums contain during a trip to the Archaeological Museum, the Carnival Museum and the Centro de Interpretación Paco Rabal.
Click here for further information or here to book your place on this tour!
21.30: Music and dancing in the Plaza Antonio Cortijos, no admission charge.
22.00: Theatre/circus at the church of Calabardina, free of charge.
Thursday July 31
20.30: "Mares de Versos" poetry recital at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena, admission free of charge.
OTHER GUIDED AND NON-GUIDED TOURS
Every Saturday, visit the iconic Embarcadero del Hornillo railway loading jetty
The iconic 120-year-old railway loading jetty of the Embarcadero de Hornillo has recently been opened to visits from members of the public since early June last year. The first phase of the project to restore the jetty was completed shortly beforehand and much of its former glory (and structural stability) has been recovered.
As a result non-guided visits are now permitted, and throughout this month they take place between 11.00 and 13.00.
This timetable is susceptible to modification according to demand. Registration for these free visits is currently through the Águilas tourist office (telephone 968 493285) only but it is hoped that an online facility is soon to be added.
The Tourist Train is running every day until August 31 between 20.00 and 1.00. 30-minute rides along the two main bays of Águilas, prices 3 euros for children, 6 euros for adults, infants and pets free of charge. Payment is accepted in cash or by Bizum.
Affordable visits with official tour guide Inmaculada Mondéjar
The historic centre of Águilas and the Carnival tradition
Mondays until 12th September except 4th August. Starts at the tourist office at 10.30, lasting approximately 2 hours.
The route includes the old town centre of Águilas, the Ícaro monument to the spirit of Carnival, the Esparto Grass Museum and the Carnival Museum (including the “Pasaje de las Mussonas” displays and the winner of the top costume at the Night Carnival of 2024).
Price: Over 12’s 10.00 euros, children 6-12 4.00 euros, under 5’s free of charge.
Online bookings available here, payment in cash at the start of the tour.
“Águilas, de su mar a tu mesa”
Thursdays until 12th September except 7th and 14th August. Starts at the Ícaro monument to Carnival at 16.30, lasting approximately 2 hours.
This is an “urban maritime” tour during which participants learn about the historical, cultural, ethnographic and natural history of Águilas and its fishing fleet. On the agenda are the traditional fishing techniques used by fishermen in this part of Spain, the species of fish which are caught along this stretch of the Mediterranean coastline and of course the importance of the catch in the local cuisine and gastronomy of Águilas. The tour ends with a visit to the local fish market in the port, where the fleet sell off their catch as soon as they reach shore!
Online booking available here. Prices: Over 12’s 10.00 euros, children 6-12 4.00 euros, under 5’s free of charge.
Night visits to Águilas
Thursdays until 12th September except 7th and 14th August, starting at 21.30 at the tourist office and lasting approximately 2 hours.
Booking is available online here, prices 10€ for adults, 5 euros for 6-12-year-olds and free for under 5s.
Affordable visits with official tour guide Anabel López
1. Mysteries and Legends of Águilas
Another evening visit beginning every Monday in July and August at 22.00 at the Ícaro monument to Carnival on the seafront and lasting approximately 2 hours.
Precio: 5 €/ pax, menores de 5 años gratis.
Prices: 5 euros per head, under 5’s free of charge.
Prior bookings are required by telephone on 616 411061 or by email at visitaguilas@gmx.es.
2. The railway loading jetty of El Hornillo and the surrounding area
This 2-hour tour, taking place on Tuesdays throughotu July and August, can be booked privately for groups of at least 20 people and covers the railway and engineering history of Águilas, which owed much to British engineering, mining know-how and entrepreneurial greed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The route begins at the car park of Multicines El Hornillo at 19.30.
Price: 5 euros per head, minimum 85 euros per tour. Bookings should be made by telephone on 616 411061 or by email at visitaguilas@gmx.es.
3. The historic town centre of Águilas
Every Wednesday in July and August this visit begins at 10.00 at the Ícaro monument to Carnival on the seafront and lasts approximately 2 hours.
Price: 5 euros per head (children under 6 free of charge). Bookings should be made by telephone on 616 411061 or by email at visitaguilas@gmx.es.
4. The Cuatro Calas coastal nature hike
This walk can be booked privately for groups of at least 20 people and takes place in the coastal nature reserve of the Cuatro Calas area. The walk follows a route starting at the beach of Calarreona.
Price: 5 euros per head, minimum 90 euros per tour. Bookings should be made by telephone on 616 411061 or by email at visitaguilas@gmx.es.
ONGOING ACTIVITIES
Esparto grass weaving every Friday at the Casa del Huerto Don Jorge from 18.30 to 20.30. Open to all, reserve on 699 895646.
Calabardina street market on Fridays until 5th September next to the children's funfair on Calle Juan Gris and Calle Mallorca.
Exhibition by Julia Rubín de Célix Martín at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal, open weekdays 18.00 to 21.00 until 11th July.
Exhibition of work by artist Joaquín Martínez Olivares at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal, open weekdays 18.00 to 21.00.
Exhibition, "Las Cuatro Plumas, Fértil Residencia", in the lobby of the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena, open Tuesday to Sunday 19.00 to 22.00 until 17th August.
Exhibition of the Pura Vida collection by Lorenzo Martínez, a combination of art, fashion and footwear at Calle Floridablanca nº 32. Every day except Sundays from 18.00 to 20.30, Sundays with prior bookings at estudiolorenzomartinez@gmail.com.
Original version films at Multicines El Hornillo
Keep up to date with the next screenings on the cinema’s Facebook page. Ticket sales through entradas.com, phone bookings at www.entradas.com and on 968 412757 between 17.00 and 20.30. Email multihornillo@hotmail.com. Consult for days of screenings in original version.
Activities at the Casino
Chess: For information contact Paco on 667 748561.
Yoga with Lara Díaz, further information on 658 423462.
Rummy: all levels welcome, contact number 601 904463.
The casino office on the second floor opens to the public on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 17.00 to 19.00. Telephone 968 447431 / 601 904463, email ino@casinoaguilas.com.
Water sports, boat tours and others
ISLA DEL FRAILE PAR 3 GOLF: a 9-hole course in the Isla del Fraile development, along with practice facilities and classes for beginners. Further information on 0034 622 808544 or from isladelfrailegolf@gmail.com. Open to members and non-members alike, price 15 euros for non-members and 10 euros for members.
PÁDEL ISLA DEL FRAILE: in the same Isla del Fraile development are tennis and padel tennis courts for hire: contact padelisladelfraile@gmail.com, www.padelaguilas.club or 0034 601 507 505.
Diávolo Surf: Kayak, paddle surf, snorkel and Sup yoga, guided kayak, paddle board and open water swimming tours, individual sessions or courses. For further information call +34 662 288157 or email diavolosurf@hotmail.com.
Águilas Surf Club, Activities include surfing, windsurfing, paddle surfing, Bigsup, kayakking, trips to Isla del Fraile, etc. Courses for learners of all ages.
Furither information on +34 601 514353 or at aguilassurfclub@gmail.com / www.aguilassurf.club.
HIDROSPORT, pedal boats at the Playa Las Delicias, 10.30 to 21.00 every day until 15th September, further info on 666 162404.
Don Pancho tourist boat, information on 695 261216 or at www.donpancho.es.
Aguinautic Charter, boat hire, sale and tours. Half-day and full day mini-cruises, whole day outing, also available at weekends. See www.aguinautic.com or call 0034 616 737 018.
Rex Alquiler Náutico, boat hire, trips along the coast and fishing. Call 0034 647 198 329 / 0034 667 013 541 or visit www.rexalquilernautico.com.
Nuevo Amenecer: Glass-bottomed tourist boat, group boolings on 0034 639 381 406.
Other nautical acitvities all year round at Club Náutico Águilas, Paseo de Parra 44, 0034 655 441 929 / 0034 968 007 874, admon@aguilas.com.
Boat trips, with or without skipper: Contact www.terrerosrutasenbarco.com or 0034 657 042 699.
Puerto Deportivo Juan Montiel
Hire of paddle and surf boards as well as kayaks all year round: information 0034 968 414 968.
Boat hire (WHALY): 0034 968 414 968.
18-hole mini-golf course, paddle tennis court, telephone 0034 968 493 493.
Juan Montiel training centre, telephone 0034 968 493 493.
Boat, kayak and paddle surf trips telephone 0034 622 428 650.
Jetski hire in July and August telephone 0034 636 137 165.
Actívate Águilas Centre, 0034 622 222 357.
Musical entertainment on the terrace Thursdays to Sundays.
Fitness Center Juan Montiel (663 170522, www.juanmontiel.wodbuster.com)
- Yoga and pilates with Emma Luna: 607 877492.
- Functional training with Edu Peña: 664 157334.
- Fitness for pregnant women with Team Guirao: 650 865551.
Car, van and motor home hire, Logar Rent a Car, 634 786915.
Event hosting: 968 493271.
Cafetería La Mar. Consult opening days on Instagram and Facebook): Terraza La Mar Águilas. 968 414968.
Beach games on the Playa de Las Delicias., telephone 968 412023, email patronato@pdmaguilas.org.
Acuagym Playa until 22nd August at the Playa de las Delicias, , further information on 968 412023 or at www.pdmaguilas.org.
Dance, yoga, wellbeing
Teyde Theatre and Development school: drama, improvisation, laughing therapy, batucada percussion, yoga, pilates, salsa and bachata. Intensive courses and cultural exchange. Information at escuelateyde@gmail.com and +34 667 876584.
Batucada classes, further information from Miguel Ángel on 667 876584, email hola@dakokan.com.
Biodance: Mondays 18.15 to 20.15, further information from Laura on 645 963455.
Salsa and bachata classes, further information from Mónica (657 472926) and Luis (622 285608).
For more local events, news and visiting information contact the tourist office of Águilas or go to the home page of Águilas Today.
Address
Tourist Information Office, Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, s/n. 30880-AguilasTel: 968 493 285
Oficina de Turismo de Águilas
Águilas boasts 28 kilometres of coastline, with many fine, sandy beaches, sheltered coves and unspoilt natural beaches. It is a great summer favourite with Spanish holidaymakers, so always has a superb programme of concerts and activities throughout the summer, as well as the biggest carnival in the Region of Murcia, 40 days before Semana Santa (Easter.)
Throughout the year it also has a number of museums and historical attractions, a castle with fabulous views overlooking the bay and several other points of interest, all of which make it an good place to visit for days out. Throughout the year the tourist office runs monthly guided tours and the route of the railways, which explores the railway history of the town.
The tourist information office is located in the Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, just a short walk from the sea front and Plaza de España, a cool, shaded space in which to enjoy a coffee.
More information about Águilas including beaches, what to see, what's on and tourist information can be found on ÁGUILAS TODAY
Opening Hours Tourism Office Águilas
16th September to 30th April 2019
Monday to Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and 17:00 to 19:00
Sundays and bank hollidays: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
CHRISTMAS
24th and December 31st: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
December 25th, 1st and 6th January: Closed
CARNIVAL
Carnival Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 20.00 h.
Carnival Sunday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
Carnival Monday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
Shrove Tuesday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
Piñata Sunday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
EASTER
Thursday and Friday: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
MAY, JUNE AND FIRST HALF OF SEPTEMBER
Monday to Friday: 09.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 20.00 h.
Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 20.00 h.
Sundays: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
JULY AND AUGUST
Monday to Friday: 09.30 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 21.00 h.
Saturday: 10.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00 to 21.00 h.
Sundays: 10.00 to 14.00 h.
