Ten years ago, Aragón Digital reported on the stories shaping current affairs in Aragon. On October 2, 2016, more than 200 people visited Zaragoza’s former Torrero prison and cemetery to call for greater institutional commitment to Historical Memory. The event brought the 6th Cross-Border Meeting of Democratic Historical Memory Associations to a close.
Zaragoza is once again hosting a variety of markets this weekend, offering the perfect way to enjoy the morning while supporting small Aragonese brands. Spread across different parts of the city, these markets showcase local projects seeking to gain recognition and visibility.
Burqa and niqab wearers are now barred from entering Zaragoza’s municipal buildings. The new Civic Ordinance, which takes effect Friday, bans entry with the face fully covered, as with balaclavas or other garments that prevent identification. Those wearing them must first identify themselves to the Local Police before entering.
Bachelor parties that turn Zaragoza’s streets into a party at the expense of residents’ peace and quiet could prove costly. The new Civic Ordinance, now in force, provides for fines of up to €1,500 for celebrations that cause excessive noise, disrupt public life or prevent the normal use of public spaces. The City Council is thus focusing on parties that, when they get out of hand, have become a source of complaints from residents.
The holidays have got off to a bad start for some Zaragoza residents who were due to travel to Rome this morning from Zaragoza Airport. What was supposed to be a morning filled with excitement and some pre-flight nerves turned into disappointment and anger for some travelers. A Wizz Air plane scheduled to depart from the Aragonese capital for Rome at 8:50 a.m. left 40 passengers stranded.
A venue in Zaragoza faces a fine of up to €7,000 for exceeding noise limits. It is the highest penalty among the cases the Urban Planning Discipline Service will take to the next Urban Planning Management meeting, scheduled for Monday, October 5. Two other proposed fines of €5,000 and €3,000 concern excessive noise at different establishments in the city.
It is now called Calle José Pellicer Ossau, with the full name on its street sign as if the city wanted to make clear that the man existed and was born there. Today, sitting on one of its terraces, ordering a vermouth and waiting for the tapas is enough to find yourself in a place whose former name was considerably less appealing. Before it took that illustrious surname, and even before El Tubo became one of Zaragoza’s best-known places for eating and drinking, this small street in the historic center was known as Calle de las Moscas.
Motorsport fever will hit Zaragoza on April 24, 2027. The second edition of Kart Royale, a kart racing event featuring influencers and narrated by journalist Antonio Lobato, will arrive in the Aragonese capital, bringing excitement to the city center.
Angelines lives right above Doctor Iranzo and is watching the street change from her home as the machinery moves in. At night, she says, she sleeps well. The problem comes during the day: 'you had to close the window because there was so much noise'. Even so, this Las Fuentes resident believes the final result will make the disruption worthwhile: 'it'll look much nicer afterwards; they're going to add trees, benches and everything'.
Volotea is currently maintaining its flights from Zaragoza Airport despite recently entering pre-insolvency proceedings. The airline continues to operate the connection with Menorca, and there is no official indication that the route has been canceled.
Zaragoza is a city of sweet-toothed locals, as people in Aragón call those with a genuine weakness for good desserts. And there is no shortage of reasons. The Aragonese capital is home to countless bakeries where, as soon as you walk through the door, the aroma of freshly baked dough and the sweet scent of sugar surround you, making it almost impossible to resist trying one of the treats on display.
Nupzial is preparing to return to the Zaragoza Conference Centre with new spaces, a stronger focus on fashion and a renewed, more streamlined and modern image. The Wedding, Celebrations and Events Fair will hold its 22nd edition from November 20 to 22, once again showcasing the latest proposals for weddings, celebrations and events.
The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility is continuing surface rehabilitation works on Zaragoza's North Ring Road, on the A-2 motorway, in a project with an investment of €4.3 million, including VAT.
Zaragoza has gathered more than 150 letters supporting its bid to become European Green Capital 2028 from institutions, companies, universities, social organizations and political representatives. They join around 20 videos from figures and organizations backing the project, which has reached the final stage of the European competition.
Lolalolita, Marina Rivers, Ceciarmy, Xbuyer, Kappah and Ampeter were among the influencers who became racing drivers for a day in the first edition of Kart Royale. This major racing event, which creates a genuine urban circuit in the city center, will hold its second edition in Zaragoza. Eight teams and 24 content creators will take part in a competition narrated by none other than Antonio Lobato.
Twenty years ago, Aragón Digital was already reporting the news shaping Aragon. On October 1, 2006, Mercazaragoza celebrated its first 25 years, focusing on projects such as the Maritime Terminal and its future as a food logistics hub for the Ebro Valley.
Ten years ago, Aragón Digital reported on the stories shaping Aragon. On October 1, 2016, Fuendetodos set a Guinness World Record by creating the world's largest chocolate painting, a work dedicated to Francisco de Goya that became one of the main attractions of the second edition of the Goyesque Festival.
The Fiestas del Pilar are already beginning to make their presence felt on Zaragoza’s streets. As a prelude to the main celebrations in the Aragonese capital, Las Armas Square will host its Prepilares market this Sunday, October 4, a family-friendly event featuring crafts, food, music and various activities.
Sharing a good steak around a table is a tradition making a comeback this October in Aragón. Steak Month celebrates its fourth edition from October 1 to 31 with 90 restaurants and butcher shops across the region, along with new ways to enjoy meat.
October is one of the most special months on Zaragoza’s calendar. The city is preparing for its biggest celebrations, the Fiestas del Pilar, but alongside concerts, traditional events and activities for all audiences, there will also be opportunities to explore the heritage of the capital of Aragon. One of them will be the chance to visit La Seo in Zaragoza free of charge, an opportunity available to residents of Aragon on four days this month.
