The heat is on as Águilas welcomes the first of the summer visitors

June is a month of transition in Águilas: on the one hand, the school year ends and many of the year-round activities begin a long summer break, but on the other hand, of course, this is the beginning of the busiest time of year in this and the other seaside resorts all around Spain.

As a result, this is hardly a time of rest for the locals! The beaches are becoming more populated, the shops, bars and restaurants begin to fill up, diving and other water sports are taking centre stage all along the coastline… in short, while some of the activities and events which fill the diary for the autumn, winter and spring are winding down their 2024-25 season, the locals are occupied making the summer visitors welcome!

And for many people, this is actually the best part of the summer: the sun is hot but the water is not as warm as it will be in July and August, the evenings tend to cool down (although don’t bank on it with climate change) and while the town is busy, it is not yet as packed as tends to be the case at all of Spain’s “sun, sea and sand” destinations once July gets under way.

So enjoy June 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

June 2 to 6: The annual Housewives’ Cultural Week at the Auditorio y Palacio de Congresos Infanta Doña Elena

Monday June 2: The week begins at 19.30with the official presentation by Juan Francisco Hernández and a performance by members of the Terpsícore dance school.

Tuesday June 3: A talk entitled “Vida después de la vida” by Ignacio Martín Cuadrado at 19.30 in the Casa de la Cultura.

Wednesday June 4: A talk entitled “La fundación de Águilas y su evolución” given by Juan de Dios Hernández García, the municipal archaeologist, followed by a magic show with Pedro Lucas.

Thursday June 5: Drama, “Milagro en el Convento de Santa María Juana”, at 19.30 in the Casa de la Cultura, a las 19.30 horas.

Friday June 6: The week ends with a lunch at Restaurante Isla del Fraile, starting at 14.30.

Saturday June 7

11.00: 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.

June 13 and 14

20.30: ¿Quién da más?, an absurd comedy performed by members of the TEyDE drama group at the Casa de la Cultura, followed by an improvisation session. Tickets 5 euros available from the Casa de la Cultura, the local archaeological museum and online here.

Saturday June 14

9.30: Free guided walk in the Cuatro Calas area of the coastline. Discover the charming beaches and coves of the far south-west of the municipality, close to the boundary with Andalucía, with plenty of botanical, geological and ornithological surprises along the way!

Online booking can be found here, for further information click here.

Saturday June 21, Free Mr Gillman and El Hornillo railways tour

Starts outside the auditorium at 11.00.

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.

June 25 to 27

A University of Murcia course at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal, “Comunicar la Cultura y el Patrimonio para la Promoción (Sostenible) del Territorio”, total duration 25 hours. PArticipant numbers limited to 60, registration 85 euros available online here.

Sunday June 29, Free guided tour of the Castillo de San Juan de Águilas

Start: 11.00 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 already advisable at this time of year!

12.00: La Fiesta de Mickey, a musical for children at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena. Mickey is almost 100 years old and to celebrate he is joined by his friends Elsa, Vaiana, Mirabel, Miguel, Stitch and the genie from Aladdín Tickets from 14 euros, available online here.

 

OTHER ACTIVITIES

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. 

 

Free guided tours with Anabel López Belmonte, official tour guide of the regional government.

These free tours are a chance to rediscover the Region of Murcia and its heritage, with the visits funded during 2025 by the regional government.

Contact Anabel on 616 411061 or by email at visitaguilas@gmx.com to arrange a time and date.

Each tour lasts at least 2 hours and group sizes can be anywhere from 2 to 29 people. Those taking part agree to a group photo in order for Anabel to accredit her activity to the tourist board.

 

May 15 to June 15

"El Viaje de la Especiería de Magallanes" (The Journey of the spices of Magellan), an exhibition in the auditorium, open Tuesday to Sunday 18.00 to 21.00.

Until June 25

"Águilas para Comérsela", an exhibition by Jesús Arribas at Restaurante La Veleta, Monday to Saturday 12.00 to 17.00 and Fridays 20.00 to midnight. 

June 3 to 13

“Hola Plancton”, an interactive exhibition in Plaza Virgen de los Dolores, outside the Mediterráneo primary school, open during the morning, reservations on 695 450169.

Until June 22

“El Buen Tiburón”, an exhibition by Javier Rambla at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena, open every day except Mondays from 19.00 to 22.00.

Until August 22

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.

 

Activities at the Casino

Chess: Classes on Mondays 17.30 to 19.30, Chess Club Tuesdays and Fridays 17.30 to 20.30, contact Paco on 667 748561.

Yoga with Lara Díaz, Monday and Wednesday 9.30 and 20.30, Tuesdays and Thursdays 18.30 and 19.15. Further information on 658 423462.

Rummy: all levels welcome, Wednesdays at 18.00. 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

For information on the 46th Summer Games of Águilas call 968 412023 or email patronato@pdmaguilas.org.

Swimming and aquatic activities at the municipal sports centre, call 968 412023 or email patronato@pdmaguilas.org.

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.

Classes start in September, 25 euros individual, 13 euros each 2 people, 9 euros each 3 people, 7 euros each 4 people. Children's classes once or twice per week. 

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.

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.

 

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 +34 667 876 584.

Batucada classes two Fridays a month from 17.30 to 20.00. 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, on Mondays from 20.30 to 21.30 with Mónica (657 472926), on Fridays 20.00 to 21.00 and 21.00 to 22.00 with 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.

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