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Click HereAlthough the weather on the public holiday of 1st May didn't play ball the warmth of spring is on its way to the Costa Cálida, and the town of Águilas in south-west Murcia is now preparing for the brighter weather which will sea air and water temperatures beginning to rise and the beaches starting to become one of the major attractions for the next five months or so.
But in the meantime, ahead of the summer boom in tourism, there is as always plenty to see and do in Águilas, including museums, sightseeing in the town and along the spectacular coastline, sports and musical activities and a full program of events at the majestic seafront auditorium. Plus, if you're feeling peckish, a meal at one of the many restaurants open all year round, where the local red prawns are not to be missed!
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...
Free guided tours in Águilas during the month of May
Saturday May 4, free 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 May 12, 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.
Saturday May 18, the Mr Gillman and El Hornillo railways tour IN ENGLISH
This is exactly the same visit as the one being held on 25th May, also starting at 11.00, with the important exception that it is being held entirely in English - a perfect opportunity to gain some local knowledge and history concerning the historical connections between Águilas and the British industrialists responsible for much of its development before enjoying a stroll around the town!
Bookings: through the Region of Murcia tourist board here or through the tourist office.
For further info click here.
Saturday May 25, 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 May 26, 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 can be found 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!
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 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, taking place during April 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:
Saturday May 11: El Nadador de Aguas Abiertas, Spanish drama presented by Tanttaka Teatro, curtain rises at 20.30. Tickets from 5 euros. For further information click here.
Friday May 17: The 10th concert in the 2023-24 ProMúsica Águilas season is a performance of Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings, with soloists from Milan, starting at 21.00. Tickets from 21.00. For further information click here.
Sunday May 19: SHREK The Musical, starting at 17.00. Tickets available from www.entradas360.com and www.atromusic.com, starting at 10 euros for children and 15 euros for adults. For further information click here.
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.
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 412757 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 Casino
Saturday May 25: The latest recital in the "Jóvenes Talentos" season features cellist Eva Arderius at 20.00. Tickets 10 euros (8 euros for members), available from Papelería Manuel Gris and www.notikumi.com. Click here for further information.
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 (+34) 658 423462.
The Casino reception timetable is Tuesdays and Thursdays from 17.00 to 19.00, further information on 601 904463.
Sports and boat tours
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 622 808 544 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
Until May 5: The annual red prawn gastronomic festival is one of the gastronomic highlights of the year in Águilas as these delicious local products caught by local fishermen are featured on special menus at various restaurants in the town.
The 2024 festival is being held from Friday April 19 to Sunday April 28 and ten restaurants are taking part, each of them offering menus with a choice of at least three starters, a main course, dessert, coffee and a drink.
The red prawns of Águilas are highly prized and for this reason the menus are not exactly in the “cheap and cheerful” price range. Even so, along with your restaurant experience, you can also get a 15% discount at the Estela Diving Club and a 50% discount for the Don Pancho Boat as part of your participation in this foodie event. Click here for further details.
Wednesday May 1: Products market in the Plaza de España from 9.00 to 15.00, with stalls selling meat products and arts and crafts as well as activities and demonstrations and a painting workshop led by Pedro Juan Rabal from 11.00 to 13.00. Click here for further details.
May 3 to 5: The May Crosses fiestas in Calabardina including the following:
Friday May 3: Live music from Yomaje at 22.30.
Saturday May 4:
22.30: Free sardine barbecue.
23.30: Live entertainment from Pedro Lucas “Magic Comedy”, the group “Stolen” and Inmaculada Paniagua.
Sunday May 5
8.00: Petanca tournament at the Club de Calabardina.
10.00: Holy Mass.
11.00: The procession of the Cruz de Mayo and the figure of the Virgen del Carmen.
12.30: Music and dancing from the Cuadrilla de la Cuesta de Gos and the Cuadrilla de la Marina.
14.00: Giant paella, portions for all! (price 3 euros)
15.00: The fiestas end with music from “Rumbas Zurdas”.
May 17 to 19: Local fiestas in Los Arejos. Programme to follow shortly.
The spring workshops at the Centro Municipal de la Mujer continue throughout the month at Calle Inmaculada, 25, Registrations can be completed in person on Wednesdays from 17.30 to 19.00 and on Thursdays and Fridays from 9.30 to 11.00. Further information on 968 446633.
For more local events, news and visiting information go to the home page of Águilas Today.
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