Fiestas de Torrecuevas (Fiesta de la Chirimoya) Almuñécar 2023 Cancelled

🛑THE FESTIVALS IN THE TORRECUEVAS NEIGHBORHOOD ARE SUSPENDED AFTER THE ACCIDENT OF YOUNG DANIEL
👉The decision, as reported on Juanjo.ALCALDE networks , have agreed upon between the residents of #Torrecuevas and the Brotherhood of the Virgin Mother
🗣️“Dani was born and raised here. The vast majority of his family lives here. We suspend the holidays as a sign of respect and mourning for this tragic loss.”

The barrio of  Torrecuevas Almuñécar hosts the Fiestas de la Chirimoya to celebrate the harvest of the chirimoya (a custard apple), in honor of the Virgen Madre.  The Chirimoya Festival of barrio Torrecuevas usually includes 4 days of celebration, activities, music, dancing, eating and drinking.  The Fiestas de la Chirimoya usually takes place around the 12th of October, which is also Día de la Hispanidad (Hispanic Heritage Day) and Fiestas de Pilar.

The barrio of  Torrecuevas Almuñécar hosts the Fiestas de la Chirimoya to celebrate the harvest of the chirimoya (a custard apple), in honor of the Virgin Madre.  The Chirimoya Festival of barrio Torrecuevas, usually includes 4 days of celebration, activities, music, dancing, eating and drinking.  The Fiestas de la Chirimoya usually takes place around the 12th of October, which is also Día de la Hispanidad (Hispanic Heritage Day) and Fiestas de Pilar. Read more on Almunecarinfo.com

 

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Almuñécar Spain A-Z, Learn & Enjoy Almunecar

When it comes to learning about Almunecar Spain, this A-Z guide should help you out.  We are just having a little fun, while sharing more about the Costa Tropical area (Motril, Almuñécar, La Herradura, Salobreña, and more).  This particular post has a main focus of La Herradura and Almuñécar Spain!

Almuñécar A-Z Let's Learn A Little about the area. Come along and enjoy Almuñécar. Read more on AlmunecarInfo.com

 

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Almuñécar Feria & Fiestas Virgen de la Antigua (9-15 August 2023)

The second week of August means it’s time for the Almuñécar Feria and Fiestas Virgen de la Antigua (The Fair).  Time for celebrations in honor of the town’s patron saint, Virgen de la Antigua.  It’s nearly a week full of food, drinks, music, carnival rides, and a procession.  It all ends on August 15th with the biggest night in Almuñécar ‘s list of annual festivals and the most spectacular fireworks display around!

The second week of August means it's time for the Almuñécar Feria and Fiestas Virgen de la Antigua.  Time for celebrations in honor of the town's patron saint,  Virgen de la Antigua.  It's nearly a week full of food, drinks, music, carnival rides, and a procession.  It all ends on August 15th with the biggest night in Almuñécar 's list of annual festivals and the most spectacular fireworks display around! Read more on Almunecarinfo.com

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Almuñecar Summer Concerts & Culture

Each summer we have the opportunity to experience some amazing outdoor events in Almuñecar.   With 2 Almuñecar Summer Concert & event venues, providing just the right ambiance.  Spend the evening under the stars near the Roman Aqueduct and at El Majuelo Park below San Miguel Castle!  We will share with you all of the details about the location, artists, and where to get your tickets.

Each summer we all have the opportunity to experience some amazing outdoor events in Almuñecar.   With 2 Almuñecar Summer Concert & event venues, providing just the right ambiance.  Spend the evening under the stars near the Roman Aqueduct and at El Majuelo Park below San Miguel Castle!  We will share with you all of the details about the location, artists, and where to get your tickets. Read more on Almunecarinfo.com

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12 Sexi Neighborhoods in Almuñécar

Almuñécar is a town of about 30,000 people and during the high season that number can nearly triple. While the main part of town is very compact and accessible via foot there is more to it than what a map can show you. There are several Almuñécar neighborhoods that may appear close on a map, but are set in hillsides so could be quite a hike. Each area also has a different look and feel and can be active all year or mainly during the summer months.

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Almuñécar Monument to Water

The monument to water is one of the many monuments you will find around town.  This one in particular is very interesting to look at.  These are really three separate statues; three bronze torsos (one male and two females) leaping over fountains of water.  Because the artist created without heads or complete bodies, some think they are a work in progress, but we assure you they are complete.

Monument to Water, Main Bus Station

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