The Sweet Cotton Festival stands out for being free of charge, for its commitment to national and international blues and rock artists, and for an atmosphere combining culture, heritage and music in a unique setting. It is a festival that grows with each edition, while keeping its essence intact: offering good music in an extraordinary setting.

Here, amid historic streets and the pastureland surrounding the town, you'll discover a different kind of festival — approachable and full of character. An unmissable event for anyone looking to enjoy music in an authentic setting, with the distinctive charm of the Sierra Morena in Jaén.

During these days, the town is offering a special programme combining historical outreach, cultural activities and community gatherings. Talks, re-enactments, heritage trails and participatory activities will help explain the significance of that charter and its impact on daily life at the time, as well as on the later development of Baños de la Encina.

The 4th Centenary invites residents and visitors to look back on the past with pride and to celebrate a legacy that remains alive in its streets, in its centuries-old castle, and in the hospitable character of its people. A commemoration that honours history while looking forward to the future of one of the province's most distinctive towns.

Through this kind of event, the province of Jaén, and specifically the town of Andújar, has established itself as the benchmark for eastern Andalusia in the equestrian world. As far as competition is concerned, Andújar is part of the ANCCE (National Association of Purebred Spanish Horse Breeders) competition circuit.  For this reason, since 2004 the Anducab Morphological-Functional Competition has been held, one of the 5 most important competitions in Spain, awarding points towards the International Horse Fair (SICAB), held every year in Seville.

Over the course of a week, the city's streets fill with standards, decorated horses, and brotherhoods arriving from every corner of Spain to greet “La Morenita”, the small yet powerful Virgin so many regard as mother, refuge and guide.

The journey to the Sanctuary is one made on foot, but also with the soul. Pilgrims make their way through holm oaks and cistus scrub, accompanied by the beat of drums, the jingling of medals, and voices singing ancient prayers.

Sunday is her main day. The Pontifical Mass, the crowd gathering on the esplanade, the cheers rising like a collective clamour... and then, the procession, that moment when the Virgin emerges amid a cloud of flowers, tears and promises.

The Teatro Principal in Andújar will once again fill with laughter thanks to Guelmi, with his easy-going charm; David Navarro, returning to his home region with his trademark sharp irony; El Brujo, a master of the spoken word and improvisation; and Santi Rodríguez, an eternal storyteller who connects with every kind of audience.

Each will bring their own style, rhythm and way of looking at the world, turning the festival into a journey through every facet of comedy. A line-up that promises memorable nights and an audience devoted to shared laughter.

The competition pays tribute to the legacy of Luis Aldehuela, a favourite son of the city and a key figure in local painting and stage design. His creative spirit remains present in every edition, encouraging participants to see Andújar with fresh eyes and discover nuances that only emerge when art is experienced live, right out on the street.

With 15 prizes and a total prize fund of 15,000 euros, the competition reaffirms the Town Hall's commitment to a culture that fosters togetherness, identity and opportunity.

That period, marked by the kingdom's split into rival factions, placed Andújar in a decisive position within the defensive system of the Upper Guadalquivir. The city, loyal to the Crown, established itself as a strategic outpost within the network of towns upholding the monarch's legitimacy. Its geographical position, combined with the strength of its defensive structure, allowed it to control the routes linking the countryside with the Sierra Morena, as well as to resist incursions and military movements that threatened the stability of the territory.

“Andújar 1466” revives this crucial moment in local history, turning it into a living experience: a space where heritage, memory and community participation come together to bring back to the streets the atmosphere, political tension and daily life of a city that firmly defended its loyalty and identity.