Things to do in Vejer from 20 to 27 August 2026

By:Desirée Di Nitto

Vejer heads into the final week of August with a packed programme of music, flamenco, art, cultural tours and activities that showcase its surroundings.

The closing days of the patron saint festivities, the 53rd Noche Flamenca, concerts in Plaza de España and activities at the Montenmedio Contemporary Foundation take centre stage over the coming days.

Here are some of the highlights from 20 to 27 August 2026.

Thursday 20 August

The day begins with the traditional street market on Calle El Chorrillo, from 9:00 to 14:00. At 10:30, the Montenmedio Contemporary Foundation will host a guided tour of its sculpture park. The activity costs 20 euros and advance booking is required.

Sculpture park at the Montenmedio Contemporary Foundation
Contemporary art surrounded by nature.

At sunset, live music comes to El Palmar, with Mirrorball at El Pico de la Ola and Denis de Son at Nómada Playa.

Later in the evening, Nano de Marbella will perform at Caragato Taberna Flamenca at 21:30. Plaza de España will host Carnival Night with “DSAS3” by Jesús Bienvenido, winner of first prize at COAC 2026, at 23:00. The evening will continue with David Moreno DJ at 00:30.

There will also be a concert by Surrenders at 4 Tapas Vejer at 23:30.

Friday 21 August

Los Sabáticos will perform at El Pico de la Ola and Carmen Martín at Nómada Playa, both at sunset.

At 22:00, a flamenco show will take place at the Centro Cultural Municipal Antigua Iglesia del Rosario, featuring Antonio García on vocals, Verónica Melero and Camila Guimarey dancing, and Eloy González on guitar. Admission is free.

From 23:00, Plaza de España will welcome La Contrabanda and DJ Ciles.

Saturday 22 August

Saturday offers several ways to start the day surrounded by art and nature. At 10:00, a yoga session will be held at the Montenmedio Contemporary Foundation, priced at 10 euros. At 10:30, the “Cambiar la mirada” workshop will begin, also at the Foundation.

From 10:00 to 14:00, visitors can join a guided tour of the Torre del Tajo in La Breña y Marismas del Barbate Natural Park. The price is 2.50 euros.

The music begins at 16:00 with Fran Casillas at Nómada Playa. At sunset, the same venue will host a concert by Son de Bares.

The Montenmedio Contemporary Foundation will also offer a visit to James Turrell’s light sequence at dusk. The experience costs 30 euros per person, requires a minimum group of four and is not recommended for children under 12.

James Turrell light sequence at Montenmedio
James Turrell’s light sequence.

One of the week’s main events will be the 53rd Noche Flamenca de Vejer, recognised as an Event of National Tourist Interest in Andalusia. It will begin at 22:30 at the Murallas de la Segur. Tickets are available from Tickentradas and at the Complejo Deportivo Municipal, from 11:30 to 13:30.

Poster for the 53rd Noche Flamenca de Vejer
Poster for the 53rd Noche Flamenca de Vejer.

The evening will continue in Plaza de España with Superagente 86 and DJ Angelo from 23:30.

Sunday 23 August

The guided tour of the Torre del Tajo will be available again on Sunday, from 10:00 to 14:00.

In El Palmar, DJ La Armas will perform at Nómada Playa at 16:00. At sunset, Milenials will take to the stage at El Pico de la Ola, while Moisés Losada will perform at Nómada Playa.

There will also be another opportunity to experience James Turrell’s light sequence at the Montenmedio Contemporary Foundation.

At 23:00, Dinosaurios Rock Cover Band will round off the day’s live music in Plaza de España.

Monday 24 August

At 17:00, the statue of Nuestra Señora de la Oliva will be taken from the Divino Salvador church to its sanctuary.

Nuestra Señora de la Oliva in Vejer
Nuestra Señora de la Oliva during Vejer’s patron saint festivities.

In the evening, Plaza de España will host a concert by Malahora and a set by David Moreno DJ from 23:00.

Tuesday 25 August

The Peña Cultural Flamenca, located on Calle Rosario, will host a flamenco gathering from 20:00.

It will also be the final day to visit the exhibition “Ese preciso instante” by Juan Quiñones Grimaldi at Vejer’s Museum of History and Archaeology.

Ese preciso instante exhibition by Juan Quiñones Grimaldi
Vejer Museum of History and Archaeology.

Wednesday 26 August

Wednesday is an ideal opportunity to discover Vejer’s historic quarter on one of the guided tours exploring its streets, walls, monuments and legends.

Thursday 27 August

The street market returns to Calle El Chorrillo from 9:00 to 14:00.

At 10:30, the Montenmedio Contemporary Foundation will host “Desayunos con arte”, an activity combining food and culture. It costs 20 euros and advance booking is required.

At 21:30, Nano de Marbella will give another flamenco performance at Caragato Taberna Flamenca.

Guided tours of Vejer

Several tours of the historic quarter will be available throughout the week:

Vejer FreeTours: every day at 10:30 and 19:00, departing from La Plazuela. Advance booking is required by calling 617 852 016 or emailing [fotojjmoreno@gmail.com]

“Un paseo por Vejer”, by Vejer Tour: tours departing from Los Remedios park, next to the Tourist Information Office. Times vary depending on the day. For information and bookings, call 636 852 233 or 627 657 883, or email [info@vejertour.com](mailto:info@vejertour.com).

“La noche oscura de Vejer”, by Marimantas Vejer: a guided tour with live singing every day at 21:00, departing from Plaza de España. The standard price is 12 euros and advance booking is required by calling 630 711 145 or visiting marimantasvejer.com.

Guided musical tour by Marimantas Vejer
Marimantas Vejer offers guided musical tours of the historic quarter.

Exhibitions in Vejer

The cultural programme also includes several exhibitions:

  • “Ese preciso instante”, by Juan Quiñones Grimaldi, until 25 August.
  • “La misma orilla, dos tiempos”, by Carlos Montaño and María Ponce, until 30 August.
  • “Entorno”, by Juan Manuel Basallote and Antonio Larrubia, until 31 August.
  • “Flamencas ilustradas”, by Isa de la Calle and Susana Subirana, until 31 August.
  • “Marinas urbanas III”, by Nando Caravaca, until 30 August.

Enjoy Vejer during the final week of August

Live music, flamenco, contemporary art, cultural tours and outdoor activities make up a varied programme with something for everyone.

In between activities, you can also discover the cuisine of Grupo Califa, enjoy the views from La Tetería del Califa or complete your experience with a wellness circuit at Hammam Vejer.

Mimoso cocktail at La Tetería del Califa
The terrace at La Tetería del Califa.

Times and activities may be subject to change. We recommend confirming the details in advance and booking any activities where advance reservations are required.

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