What’s on in Aguilas March 2024
Carnival is over and Águilas prepares for Semana Santa as bathers begin to venture back into the Med!
After the excesses and celebrations of Carnival it might be expected that the town of Águilas in south-west Murcia would be taking a well-deserved breather, but it's already time to prepare for the Easter celebrations and holidays all over Spain and Águilas is getting ready to welcome the first influx of sunseekers - weather permitting, of course!
Which is not to say, of course, that nothing else is happening during March... extra guided visits have been organized during the Easter holidays and to coincide with the salted fish gastronomic event, the ProMúsica classical concert season continues at the auditorium and the myriad of year-round community activities in the municipalities continue as ever.
Whatever the reason for your visit, don't forget to make the tourist office your first port of call - click here for map.
For further information on these and other events, as well as places to see and visit throughout the municipality, contact the tourist office of Águilas or visit the home page of Águilas Today.
NOTE: This schedule is likely to be updated as the month progresses, and the program for the Semana Santa processions will be added when it is confirmed!
Free guided tours in Águilas during the month of March
Saturday March 2, guided tour of the historic town centre of Águilas
Start: Tourist Office at 11.00.
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.
Sunday March 10, Marina de Cope walking tour
Start: 9.30, 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 info 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 del Calnegre, allowing participants to enjoy the natural scenery on offer, as well as walking through nesting areas for different bird species and Roman remains.
Friday March 15 Free guided tour of the history of salted fish products in Águilas
Programmed to coincide with the tapas route on the theme of "salazones", this visit starts at the Ícaro monument at 12.00 and lasts approximately 90 minutes. Included are the Paseo Marítimo de los Pescadores, the exhibition of the history of fishing in Águilas, the archaeological museum and a tasting at the Restaurante el Poli.
A short talk is given by Juan de Dios Hernández.
Prior reservations are required here.
Saturday March 16, the 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.
Sunday March 24, guided tour of the castle of 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 here. Reservations to take part in the free visit should be made through the regional tourist board here.
Comfortable clothing and footwear, a hat, water and sun cream are already advisable at this time of year!
Wednesday March 27, Dramatized tour of the museumes of Águilas
This original tour of the main museums of Águilas allows you to discover some of the mysterious secrets they contain, with the visits conducted by two prestigious mediums, Isabella and Fidel, as they take visitors around the Archaeological Museum, the Carnival Museum and the Centro de Interpretación Paco Rabal.
Along the route they may homage to the achievements of various people associated with the museums, all of them much-loved by the local Aguileños.
The free tour starts at the Museo Arqueológico at 18.00 and lasts approximately 90 minutes. Online booking is available online here, although group sizes are limited to 30: early reservations are recommended as the visits last summer were quickly fully booked!
Every Saturday morning, 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 as of June 3. The first phase of the project to restore the jetty was completed during the spring and much of its former glory (and structural stability) has been recovered.
As a result non-guided visits are now permitted, taking place during October on Saturdays 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 only but it is hoped that an online facility is soon to be added.
Cultural events: exhibitions, theatre, concerts, cinema, fiestas
At the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena:
Sunday March 3: Olor a Incienso music festival prior to Semana Santa at 11.30, featuring groups from Águilas, Alcantarilla, Guardamar del Segura and Jódar. Admission free of charge. Click here for further information.
Friday March 8: Penumbra, Spanish drama with a version of Gaslight by Patrick Hamilton, at 22.30. Tickets 3 euros. Click here for further information.
Sunday March 10: La Vaca Lola y sus Amigos, children's entertainment at 12.30. Tickets from 13 euros. Click here for further information.
Friday March 15: Dos Hombres Solos sin Puinto Com... Ni Ná, a comedy charity gala to raise funds for Cruz Roja Española with David Caballero and Manolo Medina, at 12.30. Not for under-13s! Tickets from 12 euros. Click here for further information.
Saturday March 16: Archipiélago de los Desastres, a dance performance at 20.30, created by Isabel Vázquez and produced by Elena Carrascal. Tickets from 3 euros. Click here for further information.
Sunday March 17: Viaje con Nosotros, a comedy show with Comandante Lara y Cía at 19.00. Tickets 20 euros in advance, 25 euros on the door. Click here for further information.
Saturday March 23: Páncreas, a dark comedy drama presented by Zarco Teatro at 20.30. Tickets from 3 euros. Click here for further information.
Sunday March 24: The Lion King, Hakuna Matata, at 17.30. Tickets from 16 euros. Click here for further information.
Tickets for most events at the Auditorium can be purchased via this agency site: scroll down to find the event you are looking for. Alternatively, they are on sale at the Museo Arqueológico, the Casa de la Cultura and at the auditorium box office in the two hours before each event begins.
Free exhibitions at the Auditorium:
Virtual exhibitions can be found online here.
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 on 0034 968 412 757 between 17.00 and 20.30. Email multihornillo@hotmail.com.
Prices 6.50 euros, 7.50 euros for 3-D projections (Wednesdays 5.50 and 6.50 euros).
At the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal
Saturday March 2: As a follow-up to Carnival, a "chirigota" show, Ni Chirigota ni Chirigoto. Three performances at 19.30, 21.00 and 22.30. Tickets 7 euros available at the Casa de la Cultura or via www.bacantix.com, and on the door two hours before the shows start.
At the Casino
Friday March 1: Book presentation, "Tres Margaritas" by Fernando Barbero, at 19.30. Admission free of charge.
Saturday March 2: The Jazz cycle continues with the María Parra Trío at 19.45 and 21.30. Tickets are 16 euros for the first show and 12 or 14 euros for the second, on sale at Papelería Manuel Gris and www.notikumi.com. Further information on 669 182847.
Saturday March 16: The Young Talents music cycle contines at 20.00 in the Salón de los Espejos with a recital by pianist Noelia Navas and mezzoprano Rita Raposo. Tickets 10 euros for non-members, on sale at Papelería Manuel Gris and www.notikumi.com.
Tai Chi and Qi Gong classes with Jöel Jappain, master of Mindfulness, every Thursday 20.00 to 21.15. Further information on 601 904463.
Chess classes for all ages in the library every Monday 17.30 to 19.30, contact Paco on 667 748561.
Pilates with EmmaLuna, Mondays and Wednesdays 18.15 to 19.15, 19.20 to 20.00 and 20.30 to 21.30. Also multi-level Tuesdays and Thursdays 10.00 to 11.00, and dance on Fridays from 10.00 to 11.00. Further information on 607 877492.
Yoga, Monday and Wednesday 09.30 to 10.45, Tuesday and Thursday 18.00 to 19.15 and 19.15 to 20.30, Monday and Wednesday 20.30 to 21.45. Contact Lara Díaz on 0034 658 423 462.
The Casino is open for enquiries from the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 17.00 to 19.00, telephone 601 904463.
Sports and boat tours
ISLA DEL FRAILE PAR 3 GOLF: a 9-hole course in the Isla del Fraile development, along with pratice facilities and classes for beginners. Further information on 0034 622 808 544 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 at Playa de las Delicias, Calabardina and Playa de la Carolina: Kayak, paddle surf, snorkel and Sup yoga, guided kayak and paddle board tours, further information on 0034 662 288 157.
Águilas Surf Club, paddle surf courses and routes every day at 9.00 and 19.00. Windsurf courses every day 10.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 20.30. Bookings on 601 514353, online at www.aguilassurf.club or email aguilassurfclub@gmail.com.
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.
Dance, yoga, wellbeing
Learn about the folk traditions of the town: an initiative to revive the musical traditions of the port, contact Miguel on 0034 696 887 062.
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 0034 667 876 584.
La Cosecha, art and crafts wellbeing, Calle Juan Jiménez Crousseilles, tel 0034 674 803 889.
Batucada classes two Saturdays a month from 11.00 to 13.30. Further information on 0034 647 916 672 / 0034 667 876 584, email hola@dakokan.com.
Esparto grass weaving workshops every Friday at the Casa del Huerto Don Jorge from 18.00 to 20.00. Further information on 0034 699 895 646.
Other
Registration now open for the spring workshops at the Centro Municipal de la Mujer. Registration must be in person at Calle Inmaculada, 25, on Wednesdays from 17.30 to 19.00 and on Thursdays and Fridays from 9.30 to 11.00. Further information on 968 446633.
