Things to do in Écija in October
- Special eventExhibitionSince September
Children's exhibition «El Museo Educa»
The Museo Histórico Municipal de Écija is hosting an interesting temporary exhibition that collects artistic creations and drawings made by schoolchildren as part of the educational project «El Museo Educa». Organized by the Asociación de Amigos del Museo de Écija, the exhibition reflects the work carried out throughout the school year to bring local heritage closer to schools in peripheral areas and districts.
Monumental exploration of the Palacio de Peñaflor and its great baroque balcony
The Palacio de Peñaflor is one of the greatest exponents of Andalusian civil Baroque architecture and the great monumental icon of Écija, internationally famous for its unique curved façade and its great ornamental wealth. Its exterior and interior structure reflects the power and opulence of the Écija nobility of the 17th and 18th centuries.
Monumental exploration of the Palacio de Peñaflor and its great baroque balcony
The Palacio de Peñaflor is one of the greatest exponents of Andalusian civil Baroque architecture and the great monumental icon of Écija, internationally famous for its unique curved façade and its great ornamental wealth. Its exterior and interior structure reflects the power and opulence of the Écija nobility of the 17th and 18th centuries.
- Exhibition
Visita al Museo Histórico Municipal de Écija
Located in the imposing Palacio de Benamejí, this museum houses one of the most important archaeological collections in Andalusia, highlighting exceptional pieces from the Roman era found in ancient Astigi. Touring its rooms allows you to delve into the historical splendor of the city through sculptures, mosaics, and funerary grave goods of incalculable heritage value.
- Exhibition
Visita al Museo Histórico Municipal de Écija
Located in the imposing Palacio de Benamejí, this museum houses one of the most important archaeological collections in Andalusia, highlighting exceptional pieces from the Roman era found in ancient Astigi. Touring its rooms allows you to delve into the historical splendor of the city through sculptures, mosaics, and funerary grave goods of incalculable heritage value.
Night tour of the Baroque Courtyards of Ecija
Écija is universally known as the 'City of Towers' due to its exceptional urban profile dotted with slender bell towers of Baroque and Mudéjar style. This self-guided or cultural itinerary invites you to walk the streets of the historic center admiring the unmistakable silhouette of temples as iconic as Santa María, Santiago, or San Juan.
Night tour of the Baroque Courtyards of Ecija
Écija is universally known as the 'City of Towers' due to its exceptional urban profile dotted with slender bell towers of Baroque and Mudéjar style. This self-guided or cultural itinerary invites you to walk the streets of the historic center admiring the unmistakable silhouette of temples as iconic as Santa María, Santiago, or San Juan.
Night tour of the Baroque Courtyards of Ecija
Écija is universally known as the 'City of Towers' due to its exceptional urban profile dotted with slender bell towers of Baroque and Mudéjar style. This self-guided or cultural itinerary invites you to walk the streets of the historic center admiring the unmistakable silhouette of temples as iconic as Santa María, Santiago, or San Juan.
Visit to the Church of Santa María de la Asunción and its Moorish courtyard
The Main Church of Santa María stands as one of the most grandiose and significant temples of the ecclesiastical heritage of Écija, housing an extraordinary pictorial, sculptural, and goldsmith heritage inside. Its architecture combines Gothic and Renaissance elements with rich later Baroque contributions after successive historical reforms.
Exploration of the Plaza de Armas Archaeological Site
The Plaza de Armas Archaeological Site represents the authentic civil and historical origin of Écija, allowing for the tracing of overlapping strata of civilizations ranging from the Tartessian and Iberian period to the Roman and medieval domination of the city. A fundamental enclave to understand the urban evolution of ancient Astigi throughout the millennia.
Visita Cultural al Convento de las Teresas
The Convento de las Teresas represents one of the most prominent exponents of Carmelite conventual architecture in Écija, standing out for its sober facade and the spiritual and artistic wealth it treasures in the cloister.
Exploration of the Plaza de Armas Archaeological Site
The Plaza de Armas Archaeological Site represents the authentic civil and historical origin of Écija, allowing for the tracing of overlapping strata of civilizations ranging from the Tartessian and Iberian period to the Roman and medieval domination of the city. A fundamental enclave to understand the urban evolution of ancient Astigi throughout the millennia.
Paseo y Descubrimiento del Parque Infantil de San Pablo
The Parque de San Pablo stands as the most popular green lung of Écija and the preferred meeting point for local families looking for a large outdoor space. Its well-kept wooded areas offer shade and a pleasant respite during summer days, becoming the ideal place to walk with the youngest members of the family.
- Special eventTheaterOct 19
The Phantom of the Gran Teatro Falla by Tino Tovar
The award-winning Cádiz author Tino Tovar presents his musical and anthological work El fantasma del Gran Teatro Falla in Écija. This carnival-themed show gathers some of the most recognized voices of the Cádiz Carnival to pay tribute to the most iconic and emotional songs of his artistic career.
- Special eventSportsOct 24
March Against Cancer in Écija "Marcha Rosa"
The traditional March Against Cancer in Écija, popularly known as the "Marcha Rosa" (Pink March), celebrates its eighth edition, consolidated as one of the most crowded and emotional social gatherings in the local calendar. Organized by the Local Board of the Spanish Association Against Cancer, the initiative seeks to raise awareness of the fight against this disease and support research.
- Special eventStand-upOct 24
Comedy monologue by David Navarro No tengo remedio
Comedian, actor, and screenwriter David Navarro presents his new monologue show titled No tengo remedio at the municipal theater. Known for his career in national television and radio programs, the artist displays his sharp irony to humorously analyze the entanglements of modern life and maturity.
- Special eventFairSince October
Tapa Fair of Écija at the Parque San Pablo
The Feria de la Tapa de Écija transforms the main green lung of the municipality into the great gastronomic meeting point of autumn. This gastronomic event brings together prominent local bars and restaurants to highlight traditional Écija cuisine and new culinary creations in an open-air setting.
