Including: Aguilas, Garrucha, Lorca, Los Gallardos, Mojácar, Puerto Lumbreras & Vera
Check your local Tourist Office for full details of events.
Aguilas
www.aguilas.org
Tel 968 493 285 – Sat Market
Saturday 8th July & Friday 4th August – Visit to the Historical Centre of Águilas, narration in Spanish. (Accessible route for people with reduced mobility)
Visit the Carnival Monument, Plaza de España, Church, Archaeological Museum, Roman Baths (subject to availability) and Carnival Museum.
Departure from Tourist Office 11am. Max 30 people.
Sunday 16th July – 4.7km Free Marina de Cope Walking Tour on the coast of Aguilas. 9.30am from Restaurante El Pocico in La Marina de Cope.
Sunday 16th July – Renaissance Summer Dance Festival @ Auditorium Doña Elena 10pm
Saturday 22nd July & Saturday 29th August – Free Guided Tour of Aguilas Railway’s History, narration in English. 11am.
Book at Tourist Information Centre.
Every Saturday
Antique & Collectable Market near the Railway Station. From 10am.
Every Sunday
Free Guided Tour of Castle of San Juan, Aguilas 11am
Contemporáneos de Coronado Permanent Art Exhibition @ Doña Elena Auditorio Thur-Sun 7pm-10pm.
Carnival Museum @ the Francisco Rabal Cultural House.
See some of the amazing carnival costumes which are changed each year to show those from the most recent carnival festival.
Open Tues-Sat 9am-2pm & 4-9pm.
Garrucha
Tel 950 132 783 – Friday Market
Every Wednesday
Los Bandidos Sea Swimming Club @ Boracay Beach, Garrucha 1.15pm
Huèrcal Overa
Tel678 798 688 – Monday Market
Lorca
www.lorcaturismo.es
Tel 968 441 914 – Thursday Market
Las Ermitas Walking Path Encircling Lorca Castle
This new 9km walking route connects the entire perimeter of Lorca Castle, starting in Parque de las Mujeres, ending at the San Lázaro viewpoint. The new walkway provides a picturesque and healthy walking route with freshly planted pine and oak trees and plants such as lavender and rosemary. Stairs built with sleepers and wooden railings make it easy for walkers to see beautiful views of Lorca and the surrounding area. Parking is available at the Parque de las Mujeres, Calle Sor Matilde García.
For families with children – The old town of Lorca hides a lot of history. Get ready for a fun visit full of surprises with your family every 1st Saturday of the month at 5pm March-May and October-December; 8pm June-September.
Sunday 9th & Saturday 15th July (5pm) – 2hr Guided Tour of Historic Lorca. The tour includes a free visit to one of the Embroidery Museums which exhibits items worn during Semana Santa processions. 2€. 11.30am.
Book on 968 441 914
Future Dates: 13/08/2023, 10/09/2023, 08/10/2023, 12/10/2023, 01/11/2023, 12/11/2023, 06/12/2023, 08/12/2023, 10/12/2023
Saturday 1st July – 75 min Theatrical Visit Myths & Legends of Lorca. 5pm from Plaza de España.
Saturday 15th July – Free Arts & Crafts Tour of Cento de Artesania and Casa del Artesano. 8pm. Book at Tourist Office/call 968 441 914
Lorca Castle – General entry 6€. Guided Tours available in English for 4€ on Thursdays at 10.30am (22€ to include lunch), with special packages on Sundays. Check at Tourist Office for full details.
Los Gallardos
Tel 950 469 000 – Tuesday Market
Mojácar
www.mojacar.es
Tel 950 615 025 – Wednesday Market
Mojácar Town Hall stresses that the days for collection of larger items no longer wanted are the 2nd & 17th of each month. The items should always be left the day before collection, next to the containers and without obstructing the road or pavement.
Saturday 1st July – Noche de Romantica (Night of Romance)
Promoted by the Association of the Most Beautiful Towns in Spain, this is held simultaneously in more than 300 towns in France, Italy, Japan, Belgium, Lebanon, Russia, Germany, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Each town is considered of special beauty for their natural and monumental heritage.
5,000 balloons decorate the village, people dress in their best clothes, restaurants have special menus and the day is filled with music with different concerts. The ringing of the church bells commence at midnight followed by fireworks.
Saturday 1st July – Come and cuddle some of the furries available for foster/adoption at Paws y Patas, Turre. Grab yourself a bargain and enjoy tea, coffee and cakes. 10.30am-1.30pm
From Monday 3rd July – Thursday 31st August – Summer School for 3-16 year olds.
Music, swimming, workshops and sports.
8am-2pm 60€.
10am-2pm 50€.
Sign up by calling 677 959 093
Swimming Courses @ Mojácar Pueblo Sports Centre with Covered Pool
Monday 3rd July – Monday 31st July
Tuesday 1st August – Thursday 31st August
Also available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 10am-11am, 11am-12pm or 6.15pm- 7.15pm for 3-15yrs. 44€
Over 16’s on Tuesday and Thursdays, times to be confirmed. 33€
Sign up on 950 888 877
Los Bandidos
This group was set up in June 2018 with a small group running the 5k Mojácar Paseo. All ages, nationalities and speeds are welcome, whether permanent residents or holiday makers. Los Bandidos are keen to integrate and support the local community and are currently collecting non-perishable food and toiletries for the Red Cross Food Bank. Most sessions are followed by a post-activity coffee, cake or breakfast, depending on the time of day. Follow us on Facebook to keep up-to-date with our latest activities https://www.facebook.com/groups/490933409244200
Every Tuesday
Los Bandidos Cycle Ride from Mojácar Playa Tourist Office 9.25am
Mojácar Bowls Club Roll-Up – 9.30am for 10am start at the Bowling Rink (behind Servigroup Marina Mar Hotel, Mojácar Playa).
Every Wednesday
Los Bandidos Run/Walk/Jog Meeting from Best Indalo Hotel Mojácar Paseo 8.55am
Every Thursday
Los Bandidos Cycle Ride from Mojácar Playa Tourist Info Centre 9.25am
Mojácar Bowls Club Roll-Up – 9.30am for 10am start at the Bowling Rink (behind Servigroup Marina Mar Hotel, Mojácar Playa).
Free Memory Workshop @ Centro de Usos Multiples, Mojácar Pueblo 5-6pm (over 60’s).
Every Saturday
Los Bandidos Run/Walk/Jog Meeting from Best Indalo Hotel Mojácar Paseo 8.55am.
Mojácar Bowls Club Roll-Up – 9.30am for 10am start at the Bowling Rink (behind Servigroup Marina Mar Hotel, Mojácar Playa).
Every Sunday
Los Bandidos Cycle Ride from Mojácar Playa Tourist Info Centre 9.25am.
Rastro Market @ Centro Multiusos, Mojácar Pueblo.
Dates for your Diary
Friday 25th August – Monday 28th – Fiestas de San Agustin.
Saturday 2nd September – Noche de las Velas (Night of the Candles)
Puerto Lumbreras
Tel 968 436 153 – Friday Market
Saturdays in July (check dates at Tourist Office) – 1hr Night Visit to the Cabezo de la Jara Astronomical Observatory.
Get closer to the stars with the astronomical activities that take place around the Astronomical Observatory. Prior reservation required.
Starting point: Astronomical Observatory. 7pm. (2.50€. Children under 10yrs free).
Discover the historical and patrimonial wealth of Puerto Lumbreras through Medina Nogalte visiting its cave-houses and the Nogalte Castle. From Craftsman workshop cave house, reception of Medina Nogalte. 7pm. 3€ (under 10’s free). Payment due 2 days prior to visit @ ES 12 3058 0204 15 2732000020-City Hall of Puerto Lumbreras.
Please check availability as some of the evenings are already fully booked.
Turre
info@mojacar.es
Tel 950 615 025
Saturday 1st July – Come and cuddle some of the furries available for foster/adoption at Paws y Patas, Turre. Grab yourself a bargain and enjoy tea, coffee and cakes. 10.30am-1.30pm
Wednesday 19th July – Helping Hands The Cabeytu Brothers @ Hostal Rural, Turre 25€ inc meal, 7.30pm
Every Thursday
TSB Golf Society Competition – Call in to see Dez @ Alice’s Bar in Turre.
Dates for your Diary
Friday 4th August – Helping Hands The Flood Take That @ Hostal Rural, Turre 25€ inc meal, 7.30pm.
Saturday 28th October – Helping Hands Christmas Craft & Gift Fayre @ Hostal Rural, Turre 1€ entry 11am-3pm. Book your stall now (10€) on 634 456 701
Vera
Tel 615 423 287 – Saturday Market
Saturday 22nd July – Come and cuddle some of the furries available for foster/adoption at Paws y Patas, Las Bouganvillas. Grab yourself a bargain and enjoy tea, coffee and cakes. 10.30am-1.30pm