Complete Guide to the White Night of Oviedo 2026

The day begins with artistic and cultural proposals that invite you to rediscover the public space and historical heritage of Oviedo from the morning.

To celebrate the 80th anniversary of Saint-Exupéry's work, the Alliance Française of Oviedo proposes a reverse graffiti intervention. This ecological technique uses pressurized water to create iconic quotes on the ground without damaging the heritage. It is a poetic and ephemeral way to tour the city while discovering the words of The Little Prince.

A creative workshop aimed at children aged 8 to 14 to pay tribute to the character Cordera by Leopoldo Alas Clarín. Illustrator Andrea Alcón will guide participants in creating their own portrait of the cow on canvas. The activity is free and is organized in two 80-minute sessions.

Geographer Toño Huerta leads this tour through the industrial landmarks of Oviedo, from the La Vega Arms Factory to the Trascorrales Square. The activity analyzes how the current urban layout preserves the traces of its working-class past. It is a free opportunity to understand the city's growth since the 19th century.

This 80-minute urban route analyzes the architecture of Oviedo between 1910 and 1965, highlighting rationalism and modernism. Coordinated by David Alonso Medina, the activity is free and allows you to discover how the current urban landscape was shaped. Access is on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached.

The Royal Monastery of San Pelayo opens its doors to offer a unique spiritual experience with the chants of vespers and compline. Attendees will be able to visit the church, the choir, and the cloister. Admission is free until a capacity of 200 people is reached, allowing free entry and exit.

A poetic-musical recital that combines texts from the poetry collection 'Tiempos mágicos' by Mario Obrero with music by Elia Pérez. The proposal integrates singing, cello, and guitar to turn poetry into a communal experience. Access is free on a first-come, first-served basis until full capacity is reached.

The ONCE theater group from Oviedo presents an emotional tribute to Federico García Lorca. The performers, who are visually impaired, explore the poet's symbols and emotions through sound and rhythm. It is an hour dedicated to devotion and affection for Lorca's work.

A performance that connects Asturian tradition with Europe through bagpipes and female oral singing. The work pays tribute to the role of women in peacebuilding and supports Asturias' bid for European Capital of Culture 2031.

The duo Lolo & Sosaku presents a performance proposal that uses kinetic sculpture and robotics to generate post-humanist music. The work is based on chance and improvisation, creating live sound ecosystems. It is a unique experience at the Fábrica de Armas de La Vega.

A video installation that explores the industrial legacy in Asturias and the moment a space ceases to be habitable. Marcos M. Merino, filmmaker and researcher, proposes a reflection on time, disappearance, and permanence. The work invites us to reconsider our relationship with the environment.

Nighttime guided tours of the permanent collection of the Museo Arqueológico de Asturias. Includes tours of the 'Canteros del Sonido' exhibition and live demonstrations of polychromy on 3D recreations. Prior registration is required for guided tours by calling 985 20 89 77.

Explore the industrial legacy of the Fábrica de la Vega through original pieces and restored objects. The visit especially highlights the 24 stained-glass windows by Paulino Vicente 'El Mozo', which represent historical and institutional themes. It is an immersion into the industrial memory of Oviedo.

Bridget Bazile and pianist Vincent Balse offer a concert dedicated to Black Spirituals. The repertoire covers the history of this genre, from slavery to its consolidation as a symbol of identity. Admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis until full capacity is reached.

A compilation of films about Asturian art from the 70s and 80s to the present day. The exhibition rescues little-known archives that document local art scenes prior to digital globalization. It is a nostalgic and necessary look at the creative evolution in Asturias.

A theatrical performance of gothic horror stories by authors such as Edgar Allan Poe or Shirley Jackson. The bookstore is transformed into a dark space illuminated only by electric candles and flashlights. This year, sound equipment is included for a more impactful experience.

Shopping carts transformed into mobile screen-printing workshops roam the city center. Students from the Oviedo School of Art manage these devices, allowing the public to participate in printing t-shirts. It is a collective action that turns consumption into culture.

Participatory installation that activates an archive of European painting slides. The public can choose an image, project it, and take it with them, becoming the custodian of a fragment of heritage. It is an intimate gesture that celebrates Europe's aesthetic diversity.

A dialectical-theatrical combat where two actresses defend different literary genres to win over the audience. The scene includes irony, complicity, and a master of ceremonies. The public participates by voting for the winning actress at the end of the session.

Journalist Maruja Torres talks with writer Edu Galán about the moments, films, and memories that have marked her career. It is an open and intimate meeting where the public can participate. Admission is free until full capacity is reached.

A space dedicated to performance poetry in Asturian and Galician-Asturian. The program includes 'Nin fala en singular' at 10:00 PM and 'Cortar pescáu en Manila' at 11:00 PM. It is a proposal that transcends the traditional book format through performance and sound.

The Sequentia Choral Academy accompanies the public on a tour of the museum with a dynamic program that moves from Gregorian chant to pop and traditional music. It is an encounter between visual arts and choral music. Free admission until full capacity is reached.

Actors and actresses perform monologues in front of museum works, using a physical frame that surrounds the face to enhance expressiveness. The proposal combines text and painting to give voice to the stillness of art. Access is free on a first-come, first-served basis.