Concerts, ballet, a wide variety of free guided visits and a great choice of cultural and social events as Águilas settles into autumn...

In some Mediterranean coastal resorts it is fair to say that the arrival of October brings with it the closure until the following spring of many of the restaurants, events venues and other items of interest to visitors and locals, but in Águilas in the south-west of the Region of Murcia this is far from being the case.

In fact, in many ways this the start of the season in Águilas - but not the summer season, when the town is swamped by beachgoers and sunseekers. Instead, the magnificent seafront auditorium is now back with its program for the 2025-26 season, which this month alone features the Swan Lake ballet, Mozart's Magic Flute and the Paco Rabal amateur dramatics festival. On top of which, there's zombies, a gastronomy fair, Albert Camus and María Callas - so much to choose from, while other Spanish seaside towns are dormant until next Easter!

At the same time there is a plethora of free guided tours during the month INCLUDING ONE IN ENGLISH (!), showcasing the fascinating places and history of the town and the whole municipality, and of course IF the weather plays ball there is still time to enjoy an afternoon on the beach and a dip in the Med - remember, the air temperature is cooler now, but the sea is still warm!

Below is the agenda for October 2026 in Águilas (which is likely to be modified as the month progresses):

EVENTS AND FREE GUIDED TOURS

October 2 to 4

The MAR & HUERTA gastronomy fair in Plaza Antonio Cortijos. Opening hours 12.00 to 17.00 and 20.00 to midnight. Prize draws, a tapas área, live music and showcooking. Click here for further details.

Friday October 2

Local fiestas in the Las Majadas district, in Plaza Montcada I Reixac. Children’s entertainment followed by a DJ set from 19.00 to 22.00, live music from Rumba Kimbao at 22.30.

Saturday October 3

9.00 to 14.00: Monthly antiques market in Plaza Alfonso Escámez.

11.00: Free guided tour of the historic town centre of Águilas starting at the Tourist Office (in Spanish).

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 should be made here or through the tourist office.

20.00: Swan Lake ballet performed by the Ballet of Kiev at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena, tickets from 36 euros available online here and from the Casa de la Cultura, the Museo Arqueológico and one hour beforehand at the box office. Click here for further details.

19.00: The fiestas of Las Majadas continue with children’s entertainment, a DJ set and performances at 21.00 by the Chirigota de Águilas and at 23.00 by La Espartera.

Sunday October 4

12.00: The fiestas of Las Majadas continue with children’s entertainment, a DJ set and a community paella at 14.00 (4 euros per plate).

Thursday October 8

20.00: The official opening of the Salón de Otoño, an open exhibition of paintings by local artists at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Rabal. The exhibition remains open until 3^rd November and can be visited on weekdays between 18.00 and 21.00.

Saturday October 10

11.00: Free guided tour of the historic town centre of Águilas IN ENGLISH starting at the Tourist Office (in Spanish).

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 should be made here or through the tourist office.

23.00: The 9^th edition of VIRAL ZOMBIE ÁGUILAS, tickets on sale at Café Bar Sol y Mar and at viralzombie.es at between 15 and 25 euros. The event ends at 4.00 in the morning! Click here for further information.

Sunday October 11

9.30: Free guided walk in the Cuatro Calas area, starting at the beach of Calarreona (next to Restaurante Maxcaly), an easy route lasting approximately two hours. Click here for further information or here to book directly.

17.30: The start of an evening of fun and entertainment at the local fiestas of the district of La Loma at the western end of the town. Click here for further details. 

Wednesday October 14

19.45: A talk and Q&A session with LUIS DE LA FUENTE, the manager of the Spanish national football team (World Champions 2026) at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena. Tickets are available at 25 euros with all proceeds donated to the Asociación Lucha Contra el Cáncer de Águilas. For online bookings see here or purchase from the Casa de la Cultura, the Museo Arqueológico or at the box office an hour beforehand.

Saturday October 17

11.00: Free guided walk along the greenway of the loading jetty of El Hornillo, seeing the sights of this historic area. For further information click here, registration is available online here.

Saturday October 17

20.30: “Gente Estúpida” is presented by Corocotta Teatro from Reinosa in the northern region of Cantabria at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena as part of the Paco Rabal amateur dramatics festival. Tickets are available online here from 10 euros: click here for further details.

Sunday October 18

9.00 to 15.00: The Plaza de España welcomes back the traditional Local Produce market, with food and arts and crafts products as well as a children's clay pottery workshop at 14.00.

October 19 to 22

Cinema festival at Multicines El Hornillo, all tickets 3.50 €, further information at www.fiestadelcine.com.

Friday October 23

20.00: Mozart’s light opera The Magic Flute at the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena, performed by the Compañía Lírica ópera 2001. Click here for further details. Tickets are available at 20 euros online here or from the Casa de la Cultura, the Museo Arqueológico and the box office an hour beforehand.

Saturday October 24

20.30: “CALLAS DIVA” is presented by the Compañía Aladroque Teatro from Cartagena as part of the Paco Rabal amateur dramatics festival. Tickets are available online here from 10 euros: click here for further details.

Sunday October 25

9.30 onwards: Lady bikers' event outside the Auditorio Infanta Doña Elena: click here for further details.

11.00: Free guided tour of the castle of San Juan de las Águilas, starting at 11.00 at the tourist office and lasting approximately two hours. Click here for further information or book directly online here.

Saturday October 31

20.30: El Malentendido, a play by Alberto Camus presenting his existentialist view of absurduty, is presented by the Compañía Aladroque Teatro from Cartagena as part of the Paco Rabal amateur dramatics festival. Tickets are available online here from 10 euros: click here for further details.

 

LONG-TERM AND REGULAR EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

* Sundays: antique market in Calabardina in Calle Juan Gris, 9.00 to 14.00.

* Until November 3: The Salón de Otoño art exhibition at the Casa de la Cultura Francisco Raba, featuring work by local artists. Open weekdays 18.00 to 21.00.

* Friday evenings: Esparto grass weaving classes at the Casa del Huerto Don Jorge, 18.00 tp 20.00. Free of charge, further information on 682 050976.

 

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. Consult for days of screenings in original version.

 

Activities at the Casino

Chess for children every Tuesday 17.30 to 19.30 (all levels), Thursday 17.30 to 19.30 (intermediate) and 19.30 onwards for higher levels. 

Yoga with Lara Díaz, Monday and Wednesday mornings, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, further information on 658 423462.

Rummy: all levels welcome every Thursday, contact number 601 904463.

Bachata: Thursdays 20.00 to 21.00.

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 info@casinoaguilas.com.

 

SPORTS AND LEISURE

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.

Diávolo surf: Surf, kayak, paddle surf, snorkel, workshops, beach games, small groups. BOokings and information on 662 288157 or at info@diavolosurf.com / diavolosurf@hotmail.com / www.diavolosurf.com.

Águilas Surf Club, Activities include surfing, windsurfing, paddle surfing, Bigsup, kayakking, trips to Isla del Fraile, etc. Courses for learners of all ages. Further information on +34 601 514353 or at aguilassurfclub@gmail.com / www.aguilassurf.club.

Aboardship, boat hire with or without skipper, with water skiing, wakeboard and paddle surf, Jetski hire, Further information at https://aboardship.es/ or on 606 986761.

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.

Other nautical acitvities all year round at Club Náutico Águilas, Paseo de Parra 44, 0034 655 441929 / 0034 968 007 874, 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.

Juan Montiel training centre, telephone 968 493493.

Boat, kayak and paddle surf trips telephone 622 428650.

The sports centre of Polideportivo Municipal de Águilas can be contacted by telephone on 968 412023 or by email at patronato@pdmaguilas.org.

 

Courses and activities at the Centro de la Mujer (until the end of the year)

Activities begin as of 5^th October

Laughter and wellness workshop, Mondays 10.30 to 12.00

Psycho-physical workshop: Fridays 10.00 to 11.30

Movement and wellness: Mondays 12.00 to 13.30

Creative writing: Thursdays 10.00 to 11.30

Book club, one meeting per month

Physical activity workshop: 2 groups, Mondays 11.00 to 12.00 and Thursdays 11.00 to 12.00

Esparto grass weaving: Tuesdays, 11.00 to 13.00

“Mujer y Salud”: 2 groups, Tuesdays 18.00 to 19.00 and 19.00 to 20.00

Free dance workshop: Tuesdays 17.30 to 18.30

Therapeutic yoga: Thursdays 11.00 to 12.30

Registration is open can be completed in person at the Registro in the Town  Hall or on the digital platform of the Town Hall online. Registration forms can be picked up from the Registro or from the Centro de la Mujer, or downloaded from the Town Hall website here. 
 

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

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