That Mairena del Aljarafe is flamenco is beyond doubt. Now it is recovering one of its cultural hallmarks, Festivities, a festival that is reborn with the aim of becoming an essential event in the province's cultural agenda. May 29 to June 1, the recently inaugurated Casa Grande Square, in the heart of the Old Town, and the Villa de Mairena Theatre They will be the setting for a program that brings together great names in the arts jondo.
The festival kicks off on Thursday, May 29 at 21 p.m. with a top-notch lineup: Remedios Amaya y fabi open the cycle in the Plaza Casa Grande. The following day, Friday the 30th, the bell Mané Ortega and the cante de Raquel Salas will precede the young man's recital Adrian Dominguez, completing the night with performances by Maria Terremoto and the group Magustami.
The day on Saturday 31st begins with a family proposal by Owl Theatre y Musicians of BrenesIn the afternoon and evening, artists such as Fran Cortés, Lin Cortés, Tomasito y Juanfran Carrasco, while the young promise Kings Carrasco will offer a recital at 20:30 p.m. at the Municipal Theater. This is the only performance of the festival that requires a ticket, available at taquilla.mairenadelaljarafe.es.
"Festlivo was born with a clear purpose: to strengthen community ties, celebrate local identity, and bring culture to every corner of the municipality."
Sunday, June 1st will put the finishing touch to this edition with an evening of cante festive and exciting: Diego Carrasco and family (20:00 p.m.), The Bud of Jerez (21:00 p.m.) and Paco Candela (22:00 p.m.) will close the festival in a popular atmosphere open to all audiences.
The Plaza de Casa Grande, which hosts its second major event after the Christmas lighting in 2024, will have a snack bar area, creating a family and festive environment where residents and visitors can enjoy the flamenco in its various expressions: cante, touch and dance.
Festlivo was born with a clear purpose: to strengthen community ties, celebrate local identity, and bring culture to every corner of the municipality. As the mayor pointed out, Anthony Count During the presentation of the year's cultural program, "every event, every activity generates civility and coexistence among neighbors, and culture also fosters that, in addition to enriching us as people."
