Atxuri's festivals: music, gastronomy, and neighborhood gatherings from August 15-18

The Mungia-Atxuri neighborhood has organized a four-day program with activities for all ages, blending tradition and a festive atmosphere.

Generic image: Festive street scene in a Basque town with colorful decorations and people enjoying themselves.
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Generic image: Festive street scene in a Basque town with colorful decorations and people enjoying themselves.

The Atxuri neighborhood in Mungia will celebrate its Kofradi Jaiak from August 15 to 18, offering events for all ages.

The festivities will commence on Saturday, August 15, at 10:30 AM with the cycling race in memory of Peru Azurmendi (cadets). At 2:00 PM, the official start will take place with the txupinazo and trikipoteo in Landetxo.
In the afternoon, the Uriguen parkea will host the tortilla contest and children's games. Subsequently, the tortillas will be presented and prizes awarded, followed by a romería and a chocolate treat to conclude the day.
On Sunday, August 16, the program begins at 9:00 AM with a second-hand market. Following this, at 11:00 AM, a mass will be held at the San Martín hermitage, and at 11:30 AM, Atxuriko Eskota and Amilotx Dantza Taldea will parade through the neighborhood streets. In the afternoon, from 4:00 PM onwards, there will be mus, tute, and brisca championships, along with a popular sardine feast, among other activities.
On Monday, August 17, the day starts at 12:00 PM with a mass at the San Martin hermitage in remembrance of the neighborhood's deceased. From 6:00 PM onwards, gastronomy takes center stage with the traditional Rice Pudding Contest, now in its XXI edition, and a popular barbecue. The day will end with the romería “Duo Alai”.
On the final day of the festival, August 18, neighborhood gatherings and popular activities will be the main focus. The program includes a tribute to a local resident, the traditional communal meal, herri kantak (folk songs), and a DJ set, among other events. There will also be Bingo Mundial, bouncy castles for children, a disco party, and a chocolate treat.
The Mungia City Council wishes to thank the Bernardo Deuna Atxuriko Auzokideen Elkartea (Neighborhood Association) for their work in organizing these festivities and their contribution to strengthening the Atxuri neighborhood's community, participation, and traditions.
Based on information from the official source: Ayuntamiento de Mungia (13/08/2026)