August 11 to 18 Annual fiestas of the Sierra Espuña village of Gebas in Alhama de Murcia

The fiestas of Gebas in the Sierra Espuña are in honour of the Purísima Concepción

Between August 11 and 18 the outlying district of Gebas in the municipality of Alhama de Murcia, which nestles in the foothills of the Sierra Espuña mountain range, is holding its annual fiestas, with a mixed programme of activities for residents and visitors to enjoy.

All of the activities take place by the little social centre and church, looking out over the valley. The easiest map to follow is that leading to the Mirador of Gebas, which gives views across the Barrancos de Gebas.

Program for the fiestas of Gebas 2024:

Sunday August 11

8.00: Walk to and from the village of El Berro. Walkers can opt to make only the outward journey, and the offer is open to take part in the collection of plastics and litter along the route, with prizes for the three who collect most.

The walk starts at 8.30 and includes a stop for a late breakfast by the campsite of El Berro. Bring your own lunch!

Price 5 euros, including insurance, refreshments and free gifts. Registration at Tienda Catalina (Calle Espronceda, 17) or by Bizum to telephone 619 386295.

Thursday August 15

20.00: The official start of the fiestas, with the canteen open and the opening of a pottery exhibition.

20.30: The figure of the Patron, the Virgen de la Purísima Concepción, is carried through the village in procession accompanied by the Nuestro Padre Jesús del Amor musical group from Alhama de Murcia.

21.00: Holy Mass, with choral music from the Edad de Oro music group.

21.00: Kindergarten service for the youngsters while the adults celebrate until late at night.

22.00: Freshly baked bread is handed out by the El Castellano bakery in Fuente Librilla, along with freshly sliced ham.

23.00: "De dentro pa fuera", a show including poetry, singing, comedy and more, with Magdalena Sanchez Blesa and Moy Gomar.

Friday August 16

21.00: Kindergarten service for the youngsters while for the adults the traditional “migas” night begins.

23.00: Music with DJ Juan de la Cruz.

Saturday August 17

18.30: The start of the traditional night hike from Alhama de Murcia to Gebas, further information here. Non-federated hikers are welcome with a registration fee of 5 euros, including a snack and refreshments.

19.00: The canteen and bar open for the evening and the petanca tournament begins (registration 15 euros per pair).

21.00: Kindergarten service for the youngsters.

21.00: Comedy and music with the Chirigota de Alhama, a sesión of 70s-themed fun.

22.00: Glam Rock music with GlamJam!

Midnight: The music continues with favourites from the 70s and 80s provided by Discoteca Ebony.

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Tourist Office Alhama de Murcia, Plaza Constitucion. Frente Auditorio, nº 10, 30840, ALHAMA DE MURCIA

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Oficina de Turismo de Alhama de Murcia

Alhama de Murcia Tourist information office is located on the edge of the Plaza de la Constitución, just a few metres away from the underground car park and the Town hall of Alhama de Murcia.

The tourist office offers free guided audiotours in English which take visitors around the historical sites of interest in Alhama. These be loaned at any time, although allow an hour and a half to complete the tour, and when loaning the audio equipment visitors are asked to leave passports or ID cards with the tourist office.

The office also carries a full range of leaflets for the archaeological museum of Los Baños, which is built around the historic spa which gives Alhama its name, and the mountains of Sierra Espuña, which is also an important area within the municipality of Alhama. Areas such as El Berro and Gebas have a number of interesting routes which can be followed and there are several picnic areas and good walking routes within the Sierra Espuña natural park.

The tourist office also carries leaflets for the many cultural events and fiestas which take place in Alhama throughout the year, including Los Mayos, Semana Santa, Christmas,the Romería of La Candelaria and the Auto de los Reyes Magos in El Berro.

Opening Hours

Winter (September 16 – May 31)

• Tuesday to Friday: 9am-2pm and 4.30pm-7.30pm
• Saturdays: 10am-1pm
• Sundays and Mondays: closed

Summer (June 1 to September 15)

• Tuesday to Friday: 08.30 to 14.30
• Saturdays: 10.00 to 13.00
• Sundays and Mondays: closed

For more local information, including news and forthcoming events, visit the home page of Alhama Today.