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Mojácar 5 Estrellas Finalises the Musical Menu for Its Spectacular Second Edition

Mojácar 5 Estrellas Finalises the Musical Menu for Its Spectacular Second Edition

Pignoise, Paula Matheus, Marlena, Me & The Reptiles and Michael Foster complete the line-up headed by Iván Ferreiro. Mojácar 5 Estrellas or, in other words, a delicatessen menu for a festival that has already left its mark with just one edition and will do so again in its second edition next October.

This is what you can conclude from the new ingredients that are gradually being announced. Following the big surprise of Iván Ferreiro as the headliner, this week the line-up of Pignoise, Paula Matheus, Marlena, Me & The Reptiles and Michael Foster has been announced.

These are the names of the musical side of an event, the gastronomic part of which is still ‘slow-cooking’, and which will be announced shortly and will feature renowned chefs who will create the perfect pairing.

Mojácar 5 Estrellas will continue combining music and cuisine in an exceptional tourist enclave like the Almería locality on the 3rd, 4th and 5th of October. An extension of the dates that means numerous complementary events will be added to the main day (Saturday the 4th) for the preceding and following days.

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Mojácar 5 Estrellas is organised by Crash Music and Mojácar Council’s Culture Department and is sponsored by Almería Provincial Council, Costa de Almería, Sabores de Almería, the Junta de Andalucía, Macenas, Estrella de Levante, Cupra and Ecoinver.

The Mayor of Mojácar, Francisco García Cerdá, maintains that “this festival is a demonstration of Mojácar’s commitment to culture, music and gastronomy. We want to consolidate our position as a benchmark for tourism and leisure, and events such as Mojácar 5 Estrellas reinforce our position as a quality destination.”

Mojácar’s Tourism Councillor, María Gracia Alarcón, emphasizes that “Mojácar 5 Stars not only reinforces our image as a destination of excellence, but also boosts our local economy, attracting visitors and promoting our culture and traditions. It is a key event for continuing to position Mojácar on the national and international tourism scene’.

Diego Ferrón from Crash Music points out that “the second edition of Mojácar 5 Estrellas aims to grow both in the number of days and with a first-class line-up for lovers of multi-sensory experiences by bringing together the best music and cuisine in a quality setting’.

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Iván Ferreiro (Nigrán-Galicia) is a composer of indie rock and pop rock music. He was for 13 years of his musical career the leader, singer and main songwriter of the renowned band Los Piratas, with whom they released 12 albums and left a great musical legacy that is still revered today. After separating from Los Piratas at the end of 2003, Iván decided to continue in the world of music, becoming an indisputable benchmark of quality with a creative talent that over the years has yet to reach its peak .

Pignoise is a Spanish pop punk band made up of former Real Madrid footballer Álvaro Benito (singer, guitarist and composer), Pablo Alonso Álvarez (bass and backing vocals) and Héctor Polo (drums). They recently celebrated their 20th anniversary, bringing together artists from different generations and with popular support at concerts. It is clear that Pignoise is a band that transcends generations. You only have to go along to one of their concerts to see it for yourself.

Hailing from Getxo, Paula Mattheus has won over the public with her mix of pop rock and sincere lyrics, full of experiences and emotions that reflect the heart of an authentic and approachable artist. Her music, marked by honesty, has consolidated her as one of the most promising emerging figures of recent years. Her constant exploration of sounds and themes and her connection with the public make her considered one of the artists with the brightest future.

Marlena has become one of the most iconic, brilliant and energetic pop and rock duos on the current scene. Formed by Ana Legazpi and Carolina Moyano, they are already one of the most powerful and promising acts in our country, with the authenticity of songs as successful as ‘Amor de verano’, ‘Último baile’, ‘Red flags’, ‘Me sabe mal’ and ‘Te vas a inventar’

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Me & The Reptiles is a project made up of Mamen (Me DJ) and René (Reptile DJ), in which they mix the best national and international indietronica tracks, with occasional electric violin interventions. Their show is pure energy and fun, as they will demonstrate at Mojácar 5 Estrellas.

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Mojácar Reinforces Its Position as a Destination of Excellence for Easter

Mojácar reinforces its position as a destination of excellence this Easter

Mojácar is preparing for one of the busiest Easter Weeks in recent years, with a forecast of a very high hotel occupancy rate and many establishments near to full capacity.

The combination of tradition, culture, privileged climate and a quality tourism offer has once again made Mojácar one of the Mediterranean’s favourite destinations.
According to data gathered by the Tourism Department, many hotels will reach 90% and 100% occupancy on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, and others will exceed 85% in their average bookings for the whole week.


At the same time, some recently opened accommodation and several tourist apartments are still offering availability, which represents an opportunity for last minute visitors.


In addition to the excellent tourist response, Mojácar presents a full Easter Week programme with religious and cultural events in the heart of the old town. The processions on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday will mark the most emotional moments, starting from the Santa María Church and going through the municipality’s most emblematic streets.

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The spring-like weather will be another of the main attractions, with temperatures forecast to be between 22 and 25 degrees and no rain, ideal for enjoying both the religious events and the beach and open-air leisure.


The Local Council has activated a special mobility plan, reinforcing public transport between Mojácar Pueblo and Mojácar Playa for the enjoyment of both visitors and residents of the municipality


Francisco García, Mayor of Mojácar, has been very positive about the response from the tourism sector: “Easter Week once again positions Mojácar as one of the leading destinations in the Mediterranean. Our offer combines tradition, culture, beach and fine cuisine, and that translates into an almost full occupancy rate”.


Tourism Councillor María Gracia Alarcón highlighted the joint work that has made this success possible: “These figures are the result of coordinated work between Mojácar Council, business owners and tourism promoters. Mojácar offers much more than sun and beach, and increasingly more visitors are discovering it all year round, not just in summer.”.

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With all these elements, Mojácar approaches an Easter Week marked by the high number of visitors, the quality of its tourism offer and the deeply-rooted nature of its traditions. The municipality thus reaffirms its commitment to a sustainable, welcoming and quality tourism model, consolidating itself as an essential destination not only in summer, but also at key times of year such as this Easter Week.

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Mojácar Dedicates a Plaza to Antonio Bonet Correo

Mojácar dedicates a square to Antonio Bonet Correo, a great figure in spanish art with a strong link to the municipality

Mojácar dedicates a plaza to Antonio Bonet Correo, a great figure in spanish art with a strong link to the municipality next Tuesday 15th of April at 5pm. Mojácar Council will pay tribute to the renowned art historian Antonio Bonet Correa, with the unveiling of this dedication in his memory and the official designation of the Plaza Antonio Bonet Correa, located in the Calle Salvia, a symbolic place next to the sea which from now on will bear his name.

Antonio Bonet Correa (1925-2020) was one of the great restorers of art historiography in Spain. An academic, professor and director of institutions such as the San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts and the Madrid Museum of Contemporary Art, he introduced new ways of interpreting art, connecting it with architecture, sociology and critical thought. His legacy also included the defence of artistic heritage, research into the Andalucian Baroque and the promotion of new aesthetic trends.

His link with Mojácar dates back to 1965, when he arrived in the municipality accompanied by his family. He discovered the village thanks to the geographer Horacio Capel, and from then he maintained a deep connection with its people, its architecture and its surroundings. He was a regular in the municipality for decades, actively participating in its cultural life, chairing the Mojácar Art Courses and promoting the arrival of great artists to the municipality.

The Mayor of Mojácar, Francisco García Cerdá, highlighted that: “Antonio Bonet Correa was able to see in Mojácar not only its scenic beauty, but also its value as a meeting point between tradition and modernity. He was an essential pillar in the promotion and dissemination of art in our municipality. With this square, we leave a record of his mark on our history and our way of understanding culture.”

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Pedro Bonet, professor of recorder and director of the Baroque Music Group La Folía, and Antonio Bonet Correa’s son, commented: “My father was a restorer of the history of art in Spain, and his dedication was tireless up until his death five years ago. We are very grateful to the Local Council for this gesture that recognises not only his figure, but that of all those pioneers who were committed to the culture and beauty of Almería.”

Mojácar Council invites residents and visitors to take part in this emotionally charged event, marking another step in the locality’s commitment to cultural memory, art and the figures who have contributed to its enrichment.

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The Art of Enjoying the Landscape by Decorating Benches

Mojácar announces the competition “SentArte”: The art of enjoying the landscape by decorating benches

Mojácar announces the competition “SentArte”: The art of enjoying the landscape by decorating benches. Mojácar Council, through its Culture and Tourism Departments, has officially launched the SentArte: the art of enjoying the landscape competition, an artistic initiative aimed at transforming street furniture into authentic works of art that enrich the most beautiful corners of the municipality and, at the same time, serve as an additional tourist attraction to boost the arrival of visitors. A project to sit, look and feel.

The competition aims to select creative and original proposals for the decoration of wood benches, which will be installed in unique locations in Mojácar, forming a route where art and landscape go hand in hand. The intention is that each bench will be an invitation not only to sit down, but also to contemplate and appreciate the surroundings.

“SentArte is an invitation to experience Mojácar in a different way. We want locals and visitors to rediscover our landscapes through pausing, art and sensitivity. We believe in culture as a tool for social transformation and in creativity as an engine for local development,” stated the Mayor of Mojácar, Francisco García.

The Tourism Councillor, María Gracia Alarcón, stressed that “this project allows us to highlight unique corners of Mojácar that often go unnoticed. We want art to serve as a guide for discovering these small landscape treasures that we have and, at the same time, to support and showcase the talent of our local artists.

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The competition is open to artists, designers, architects and creators in any discipline. Each participant may submit up to three original sketches. Each proposal must include a title and a brief conceptual explanation (maximum 150 words).

The theme of the designs is free, being a requirement that the materials used must be resistant to inclement weather and continuous use. The works must be adapted to the measurements and characteristics of the model bench selected by the Local Council (“Romantic” model, tropical wood and cast iron legs).

SentArte seeks to turn a stroll through Mojácar into a unique experience, where creativity and natural beauty come together in each decorated bench. An artistic itinerary that invites you to sit down, observe and connect with the surroundings.

The complete rules of the competition, as well as the deadlines and entry requirements, are available on Mojácar Council’s official website.

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Because in Mojácar, art also sits and admires the view.

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