Guidelines for submitting articles to Los Alcazares Today
Hello, and thank you for choosing Los Alcazares.Today to publicise your organisation’s info or event.
Los Alcazares Today is a website set up by Murcia Today specifically for residents of the urbanisation in Southwest Murcia, providing news and information on what’s happening in the local area, which is the largest English-speaking expat area in the Region of Murcia.
When submitting text to be included on Los Alcazares Today, please abide by the following guidelines so we can upload your article as swiftly as possible:
Send an email to editor@spaintodayonline.com or contact@murciatoday.com
Attach the information in a Word Document or Google Doc
Include all relevant points, including:
Who is the organisation running the event?
Where is it happening?
When?
How much does it cost?
Is it necessary to book beforehand, or can people just show up on the day?
…but try not to exceed 300 words
Also attach a photo to illustrate your article, no more than 100kb
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.
For more local events, news and visiting information go to the home page of Alhama Today.