An outstanding nighttime pinch friends, unrecorded music, cocktails and community. Credit: The Badlands Weekender
Five unforgettable nights of unrecorded music, fun, coastal energy, and section pridefulness brought Mojacar Playa to life — raising captious costs for oversea rescue kindness Equinac and celebrating nan champion of nan town’s nightlife.
Tito’s Beachbar takes nan crown
The inaugural Mojacar Music Mile Trophy 2025 wrapped up connected October 25 aft 5 lively nights celebrating nan town’s beachfront bars, restaurants, and euphony civilization – each while raising captious costs for section marine kindness Equinac.
The apical prize went to Tito’s Beachbar, praised by judges for its “stunning interior and exterior spaces,” “gorgeous vibe,” and “highly master team.” Their famously indulgent burritos moreover earned a typical mention arsenic portion of nan winning formula.
Spirit of Mojacar shines through
The Spirit of Mojacar Award was presented to PJ’s The Pie Shop, recognising big Nicky for her exceptional fundraising efforts and organization spirit. Beyond serving immoderate of nan area’s most-loved pies, PJ’s has besides go a section family favourite acknowledgment to its child-friendly facilities, including a soft play area.
Funds raised crossed nan week will support Equinac’s ongoing ngo to protect and rehabilitate injured oversea life on nan Almeria seashore – a origin that remains adjacent to nan hearts of locals and visitors alike.
Music, awards, and cocktails!
Alongside nan main trophies, a scope of class winners showcased nan extent of Mojacar’s nightlife:
- Best Cocktail and Mocktail Bar: Bar Zeppellin – for its signature Old Fashioned and nan fiery alcohol-free Mojacar Mule.
- Best Nightclub: Maui – applauded for its glamorous, beachside chic.
- Best Rock Bar: Coco’s (formerly Pachamama) – recognised for its raw, authentic energy.
- Best Irish Bar: The Irish Rover – a motion to its trademark warmth and welcoming atmosphere.
- Best Beer Selection: De Tap Room – for its expertly curated scope of trade beers.
Treasure hunts and lasting memories
Organisers and sponsors of nan event, The Badlands Weekender Tabernas, added a playful twist this year, hosting a Treasure Island Beach cleanable – delayed by nan unexpected find of contraband connected nan formation – and a family wealth hunt successful collaboration pinch TEAMA Autism Support.
The families were fixed a Treasure Hunt Kit, including pirate and oversea animal costumes, golden nuggets, seed-filled cardboard hearts, and immoderate ample lobster claws – each portion of Mojacar’s quirky, feel-good charm.
As organiser Ashling Altisent Sans summed up: “Our visitors were thoroughly impressed pinch nan magic of Mojacar. With organization support, this could turn into a yearly wealth way to showcase our gorgeous Playa.”
Donations to Equinac tin beryllium made done here.
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