Estepona News

Estepona City Council presents the 5th Outdoor Speed Painting Competition ‘Estepona, Jewel of the Costa del Sol’
In a span of around four hours, artists will need to create a picturesque piece showcasing landscapes or charming corners of the city. A panel of esteemed individuals will select the two winning artworks, with prizes of 600 and 300 euros, respectively. The Estepona City Council has announced that the 5th Outdoor Speed Painting Competition…

Approval of Naming a Public Space in Estepona after the Spanish Legion
The dedication of a public space in Estepona to the Spanish Legion has been approved by the City Council in the recent Plenary session. This decision highlights the commitment of this military force, both in national crisis situations and in international peacekeeping missions. Since its establishment in 1920, the Spanish Legion has been recognized for…

The Coastal Corridor Extension Project in Matas Verdes Area: City Council Contract Awarded
The winner of the public tender has proposed a 26% price reduction and plans to complete the project within three months. The Estepona City Council has granted the contract for the expansion of the coastal corridor, which will stretch through the eastern part of the municipality, specifically in the vicinity of Playa Baños-Matas Verdes. Several…

Estepona City Hall Enhances Felipe VI Theater Auditorium Stage
Today marks the beginning of the renovation of the black chamber’s curtain and the installation of a new front curtain. Estepona’s City Council is currently undertaking improvements in the Teatro Auditorio Felipe VI. The ongoing works include the refurbishment of the black chamber’s curtains and the installation of a new embouchure backdrop. These new curtains…

The City Council seeks permission from Coastal Demarcation for beach stabilization projects
A new letter has been sent by the councilor to express the Consistory’s willingness and means to start procedures to defend the coastline due to lack of planning by the central government. Estepona’s mayor, José María García Urbano, has written to the Coastal Demarcation Andalucía Mediterranean, an agency under the Central Government, asking for authorization…

Estepona City Council launches ‘Book Exchange Spaces’ to promote reading and book sharing
A dozen wooden houses have been set up by the Consistory in various areas of Estepona and its suburbs for book lovers to exchange or donate books. The City Council of Estepona has announced the creation of a Network of ‘Free Book Spaces’ in order to encourage reading by fostering the sharing of literary works….

Estepona City Council plans a series of events to celebrate the Day of International Residents
On Saturday, April 26, from 12.00 to 20.00 hours, the celebration will take place at Calvario Park. More than twenty stands from different countries will showcase their gastronomy, crafts, and traditions. The goal of this annual event is to promote unity and cultural exchange among the diverse community of Estepona. Attendees will have the chance…

Martirio, Miguel Poveda and Laura García Lorca to Take Part in Estepona’s Poetry Celebration
Participating in the Poetry Day in Estepona will be ‘La Bien Querida’, poets Carlos Marzal, Ana Merino, Carlos Pardo, and Sofía Castañón, journalist Marta Fernández, and award-winning novelist Ana Merino. The V International Poetry Prize ‘Ciudad de Estepona’ will feature acclaimed creators like Martirio, Miguel Poveda, and Laura García Lorca. Estepona’s mayor, José María García…

Concert by Weber State University Symphony Orchestra and Choirs in Estepona
A concert by the Symphony Orchestra and Choirs of Weber State University from the USA will be held at the Estepona Auditorium under the baton of chief conductor Francisco de Gálvez. The event is scheduled for Friday, May 2 at 8:30 pm and will feature a performance of Hoe-Down from the ballet Rodeo by Aaron…
