What’s on in Aguilas January 2024

The festive season brings with it a host of shows, activities and fun to the south-west of Murcia!

With the Christmas lights about to come down, the Three Kings planning to close the festive season on the night of the 5th and the 6th and the new school term about to begin, it might be imagined that the people of Águilas will be settling down to a month of quiet sobriety to begin the new year.

However, the Aguileños are already excited about the imminent Carnival celebrations, by some distance the largest and most spectacular in the Region of Murcia, and in the meantime there are plenty of cultural, sporting and other events scheduled during January to appeal to both locals and visitors!

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!

The Three Kings come to Águilas

Thursday January 4: Painting and games for children in Calle Conde de Aranda from 17.00 to 21.00. 

Friday January 5: The Three Kings set up camp in Calle Conde de Aranda at 11.00.

19.00: The Grand Three Kings Parade, starting in Avenida Juan Carlos I and continuing along Rey Carlos III to the Plaza de España. Prize draw for three bicycles for those who have delivered letters to Their Majesties. 

Saturday January 6: Three Kings cycle ride starting in the Plaza de España at 10.30.
 

Free guided tours in Águilas during the month of January

Saturday January 10, 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.

Saturday January 20, 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 January 21, 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.

Sunday January 28, 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 still 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 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. 

Please note: this visit is not available on Saturday January 6.

Cultural events: exhibitions, theatre, concerts, cinema, fiestas

At the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena:

Wednesday January 3: El Retorno de Elsa Navidad, a Frozen spin-off with the Compañía Marco Blanco Teatro at 20.00. Admission 6 euros.

Thursday January 4: The annual Promúsica New Year concert, this time with the Torrevieja Symphony Orchestra at 20.30. Ticketing information either online or at Calle Castelar, 2, telephone 626 476389. Admission 20 euros. Click here for further information. 

Friday January 12: The Nutcracker ballet with music by Tchaikovsky, performed by the Kiev Ballet at 20.30. Tickets from 30 euros, click here for further information. 

Saturday January 13: Charity gala to raise funds for the Cofradía María Santísima de la Amargura at 20.00. Tickets just 5 euros, click here for further information. 

Saturday January 20: Las Guerras de Nuestros Antepasados, a dramatized adpation of the novel by Miguel Delibes (1975) at 20.30. Admission from 12 euros, click here for further information. 

Sunday January 21: Sirenita The Musical, music from the Little Mermaid at 17.00. Tickets from 8 euros, click here for further information. 

Friday January 26: Las de Villadiego present a comedy gala to raise funds for the AECC cancer research and support charity at 19.00. Tickets from 10 euros, click here for further information. 

Saturday January 27: ¿Hablamos de Bruno? musical tribute to Encanto, the popular Disney film, at 17.00. 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 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 Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal

January 3 to 30: Exhibition by Julio Monforte, open to the public 18.00 to 21.00 on weekdays.

Ticketing for events at the Casa de la Cultura is through www.bacantix.com or directly at the venue two hours before each event.

At the Casino

Wednesday January 3: Piano recital by José Vicente Riquelme at 20.00 featuring sonatas and fantasies. Tickcets 10 euros for non-members, available at the casino or by telephone on 601 904463.

Friday January 12: Jazz concert featuring Rafa González y Smart Set Trío, two performances at 20.00 and 21.30. Tickets 14 euros available from Papelería Manuel Gris and www.notikumi.com, proceeds donated to BMA Integra. Further information on 669 182847.

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 658 423462.

Other

Saturday January 27: Abba tribute at the Hotel Puerto Juan Montiel to raise funds for Manos que ayudan (Helping Hands) animal welfare charity. Starts at 20.00, tickets 20 euros: optional buffet 18 euros at 19.30. Further information on 634 456701.

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 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 601 507505.

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 662 288157.

Águilas Surf Club, paddle surf courses and routes every day at 9.00 and 19.00. Windsurf courses every day at 12.00 and 17.00. 

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 616 737018.

Rex Alquiler Náutico, boat hire, trips along the coast and fishing. Call 647 198329 / 667 013541 or visit www.rexalquilernautico.com.

Nuevo Amenecer: Glass-bottomed tourist boat, group boolings on 639 381406.

Other nautical acitvities all year round at Club Náutico Águilas, Paseo de Parra 44, 655 441929 / 968 007874, admon@aguilas.com.

Boat trips, with or without skipper: Contact www.terrerosrutasenbarco.com or 657 042699.

Puerto Deportivo Juan Montiel

Hire of paddle and surf boards as well as kayaks all year round: information 968 414968.

Boat hire (WHALY): 968 414968.

18-hole mini-golf course, paddle tennis court, telephone 968 493493.

Spaxión Wellness Centre, facials, body treatments, aesthetics, wood therapy, open every day. For information and bookings call 968 414811.

Juan Montiel training centre, telephone 968 493493.

Boat, kayak and paddle surf trips telephone 622 428650.

Jetski hire in July and August telephone 636 137165.

Actívate Águilas Centre, 622 222357.

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 696 887062.

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 667 876584.

Aura Surya Hatha yoga, improve your lifestyle and wellbeing, all levels welcome. Further information on 633 174641 or 652 783901, email hola@aurasurya.com.

La Cosecha, art and crafts wellbeing, Calle Juan Jiménez Crousseilles, tel 674 803889.

Batucada classes two Saturdays a month from 11.00 to 13.30. Further information on 647 916672 / 667 876584, email hola@dakokan.com.

OTHERS

Esparto grass weaving workshops every Friday at the Casa del Huerto Don Jorge from 18.00 to 20.00. Further information on 699 895646.

Esparto grass weaving classes with Jossely in Calabardina:

Beginners Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday 11.00 to 13.00

Intermediate Thursday-Friday 11.00 to 13.00

Advanced Saturdays 17.00 to 19.00

Price 10 euros for 2 hours, bookings on 611 743467.

For more local events, news and visiting information you can go to the home page of Águilas Today

Images: Ayuntamiento de Águilas / Oficina de Turismo de Águilas