February 22 Grand opening of Príncipe de Asturías park, San Javier
The futuristic aeronautical-themed park is located in the heart of Santiago de la Ribera
San Javier is ready to unveil its newest and most innovative green space, Príncipe de Asturias Park, in Santiago de la Ribera on Saturday February 22, with a spectacular day of music, entertainment and family fun.
Gates open at 10.30am and the official inauguration ceremony kicks off at 10.45am, followed by a full schedule of activities designed to bring the community together in this stunning new aeronautical-themed park.
The event will feature live music, dancing and interactive games.
Families can enjoy an exciting virtual reality space, a photo booth and a makeup artist, while children will love the creative games made from recycled materials.
A DJ will keep the energy high throughout the day and the celebrations will culminate with a live performance from Conecta2.To keep everyone going, food trucks and a special selection of Murcian products will be available throughout the event. There will also be giveaways, surprises and much more in store for attendees.
As a special treat and in keeping with the aviation theme, pilots from the Patrulla Águila, Spain's answer to the Red Arrows in the RAF, will be at the park giving autographs throughout the day.
This state-of-the-art park is designed with the community in mind. Inspired by aviation, it features a striking aircraft hangar-style roof, which will serve as both a sports track and a venue for events throughout the year.
With exciting new play areas, fitness zones and lush green spaces, Príncipe de Asturias Park is set to become a new landmark in Santiago de la Ribera.
Visitors will find plenty of parking available in the car park on Calle Padre Juan.
For more local information go to the home page of San Javier Today
Address
Calle Padre Juan. Centro Cultural Principe de Asturias 30720 SAN JAVIERTel: 968 571 704
Oficina de Turismo de San Javier
The municipality of San Javier has three main offices giving tourist information to visitors, as well as two information points. The tourist offices are located in Santiago de la Ribera, on the ground floor of the town hall in San Javier and at the start of La Manga. There is also a summer tourist information point located on the seafront in Santiago de la Ribera as well as one at kilometre 12-13 of La Manga del Mar Menor next to Playa Mistral.
Due to its location on the fringes of the Mar Menor and Mediterranean, San Javier has a period of intense summer tourism activity during the peak summer months, although it is popular with retirees of all nationalities out of peak season.
Tickets for the annual San Javier Jazz Festival can be purchased at the Festival office in San Javier Town Hall, Plaza de España.
Timetables summer 2024:
Tourist office Santiago de la Ribera (Calle Padre Juan 30720, Santiago de la Ribera)
Weekdays 9.00 to 14.00 and 18.00 to 21.00
Weekends and public holidays 10.00 to 13.00
Telephone: 661 572285
Email: turismo@sanjavier.es
La Manga del Mar Menor (Gran Vía Km. 0 30380, La Manga del Mar Menor):
May 1 to September 30:
Weekdays 10.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 19.00
Weekends and public holidays 10.30 to 13.00
Telephone 968 128955 ext. 2
Tourist information point of San Javier (Plaza de España, 30730 San Javier):
Weekdays 9.00 to 14.00
968 573 700 ext #5351
Email: concejaliadeturismo@sanjavier.es
Tourist information point of Santiago de la Ribera (Paseo Colón on the seafront)
Weekdays 9.00 to 14.00 and 18.00 to 21.00
Weekends and public holidays 10.00 to 13.00
Tourist information point of La Manga del Mar Menor (Playa Mistral, km 12)
Weekdays 11.00 to 18.00
Weekends and public holidays 11.00 to 14.00
