This week, Vejer marks the 150th anniversary of being granted city status with a commemorative exhibition. There are also several events celebrating the Hazas de Suerte tradition, including Sunday’s children’s draw. If you fancy venturing beyond the old town, you can visit the craft market in Santa Lucía, head to the Torre del Tajo or watch the light change at sunset in James Turrell’s installation at Montenmedio.
Friday 13 November
At 7 pm, an exhibition marking 150 years of Vejer’s city status (1876–2026) opens in the Council Chamber (Salón de Plenos), in the former dining halls. The opening includes a guided tour led by historian and archivist Carlos Gómez López.
At 8 pm, Antonio Gálvez presents his book Estudia tus oposiciones con flow at El Almacenito Ecológico, at 20 Calle Barbate.
Saturday 14 November
If you fancy a morning among pine woods and cliffs, La Breña and Marismas del Barbate Natural Park is running a guided tour of the Torre del Tajo from 10 am to 2 pm. The tour costs €2.50. For more information, call 956 459 780 or 633 805 582.
At sunset, the Montenmedio Contemporary Foundation offers a chance to experience James Turrell’s light sequence. The session lasts around 40 minutes and costs €30 per person. A minimum of four participants is required, and the minimum age is 12. Sessions are subject to availability and must be booked in advance. Information and bookings
At 7 pm, Marimantas Vejer leads Vejer de leyendas, a guided walk with songs and stories through the old town, starting in Plaza de España. Booking is essential on 630 711 145.
Sunday 15 November
The Santa Lucía craft market is open from 10 am to 2 pm. At noon, the San Francisco Municipal Theatre hosts the children’s Hazas de Suerte draw, a chance for families to discover this local tradition. Admission is free.
The Torre del Tajo tour also runs on Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm, and James Turrell’s light sequence takes place again at sunset. Advance booking is required for the light sequence.
Monday 16 to Thursday 19 November
On Tuesday 17 November, the Peña Cultural Flamenca hosts its discussion gathering from 8 pm at 29 Calle Rosario. On Thursday 19 November, the street market returns to Calle El Chorrillo from 9 am to 2 pm.
If you’d rather explore the town after dark, La noche oscura de Vejer takes place at 8.30 pm on 12, 13 and 15 to 19 November. This guided walk with songs sets off from the Marimantas Vejer office, beneath the Torre del Mayorazgo in Plaza de España. Standard tickets cost €12, and booking is essential on 630 711 145. Marimantas Vejer
Exhibitions and other things to do in Vejer
On Calle Marqués de Tamarón, you can visit an exhibition of original etchings and engravings by Dürer, Rembrandt, Rubens and artists from their circles, open until 18 December. Opening hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 10.30 am to 2 pm and 5 pm to 8 pm, except on public holidays. Admission is €4.
Until 30 November, the arts centre in the former Church of El Rosario is showing Encuentro ecléctico, an exhibition of paintings and prints by Juan Manuel Basallote and Antonio Larrubia.
If you fancy a break between outings, Hammam Vejer in the heart of the old town invites you to unwind in its warm, hot and cold pools. You can add a relaxing massage and finish with a Moroccan mint tea. Book your Hammam Vejer experience
Times may vary. Visit the municipal tourist office website for the full programme and any updates. Vejer Tourist Office
Where to stay in Vejer
If you’re coming to Vejer for a few days, La Casa del Califa, Las Palmeras del Califa and Plaza 18 are all in the heart of the old town, so you can step straight out and explore on foot.
If you’re travelling with family or friends, or simply prefer a place of your own, Califa Casas offers holiday homes in Vejer that you can book directly with our local team.
