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The mayor of Vigo, Abel Caballero, has been demanding for years that the city of Vigo should have its own Faculty of Medicine.

The Xunta de Galicia insists that there must be “a single faculty” of public Medicine in Galicia— the one in Santiago de Compostela— determined that it should remain the only faculty, even though the city of Santiago is smaller than Vigo in area, population, and number of hospitals.

For now, the Regional Minister of Education says that the best option is to “pool resources” and not fragment medical training, reaching an agreement so that the final years, 4th and 5th, are taught both in Santiago and in Vigo and A Coruña. According to a 2015 agreement between the Xunta, the USC, and the other Galician universities, sixth-year medical students are already distributed across several hospitals in Galicia. Specifically, 100 places are assigned for 6th-year students in Vigo’s hospitals.

There is a preliminary agreement among the rectors of USC, UVigo, and UDC to create teaching units in Vigo and A Coruña. In these units, at least 50% of the teaching staff for the second cycle would come from the universities of Vigo and A Coruña.

However, Abel Caballero states that this agreement is not enough, and he expects to achieve that the first three years of the degree are also taught in Vigo, due to the city’s population size, its hospitals, and the ongoing need for doctors, for whom there are always available positions.

 

El alcalde de Vigo, Abel Caballero, lleva años reclamando que la ciudad de Vigo tenga una facultad de Medicina.

La Xunta de Galicia insiste en que debe haber “una única facultad” de Medicina pública en Galicia, la de Santiago de Compostela, empeñados en que fuera la única facultad,  cuando la ciudad de Santiago es mas pequeña que Vigo en extensión, habitantes y hospitales.

De momento el conselleiro de Educación dice que lo mejor es “sumar recursos” y no fragmentar la formación médica llegando a un acuerdo para que se impartan los últimos cursos , 4ª y  5ª en   tanto en Santiago, como en Vigo y en Coruña. Según  convenio de 2015 entre la Xunta, la USC y las demás universidades gallegas, el alumnado de sexto de medicina ya se reparte por varios hospitales de Galicia.
En concreto, se asignan 100 plazas para estudiantes de 6.º en los hospitales de Vigo.

Hay un preacuerdo entre los rectores de la USC, la UVigo y la UDC para crear unidades docentes en Vigo y A Coruña. En estas unidades, al menos el 50 % del profesorado del segundo ciclo sería de las universidades de Vigo y A Coruña

Sin embargo manifestando Abel Caballero que este acuerdo no es suficiente y se espera conseguir que los tres primeros cursos se impartan en Vigo también debido al número de habitantes que hay, hospitales y la necesidad de médicos que existe y para los que siempre hay plazas.

Dinner and dance in Bouzas

 Centro marítimo de Bouzas. 31/10/2025Vigo

Nighttime maritime horror tour

19:00 horas . 31/10/2025, Vigo

Wake up Festival

31/10/2025. IFEVI.Vigo

Halloween party

 31/10/2025,Centro Comercial Camelias, Vigo

Actividades como karaoke, túnel del terror, desfile de disfraces, pinta caras, animación infantil

Samain party

Centro Travesía de Vigo de 17/30h. a 19/30h.  31/10/2025, Vigo

Family day in Nigrán

6 a 27 /10/2025, Nigrán, Pontevedra

Face painting!

Zona naútico. 18 a 1/11/2025, Vigo

Children’s Samain activities

Casa Verde de Salcedo organiza el evento Samaín 25 de octubre de 2025, desde las 17:30horas, 25/10/2025, Salcedas

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On Wednesday, October 8th, Balaídos Stadium in Vigo will host a charity match between Celta de Vigo and Orense CF, aimed at raising funds and awareness for the fight against the forest fires that devastated Galicia this summer.

Current players and club legends from both teams will come together for a special match with a social purpose, accompanied by activities such as raffles and auctions. The initiative aims to raise funds for reforestation efforts, engage the local community, and highlight the importance of environmental prevention and recovery.

Tickets will be available for presale starting October 15th, and those unable to attend can still support the cause through donations via the designated Fila 0( ar solidarity and positive social change.

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Challenge Islas Cíes Triathlon 2025

The city of Vigo once again takes center stage in the world of endurance sports with a new edition of the Desafío Islas Cíes Triathlon, an event that combines natural beauty, physical challenge, and the thrill of personal achievement. Scheduled for Sunday, September 21st, the race will bring together hundreds of triathletes ready to face one of the most stunning courses in the northwestern region of Spain.

This is a middle-distance triathlon, consisting of three consecutive disciplines: swimming, cycling, and running.

Swim: 1.9 km open water swim, starting from O Vao beach.

Bike: approximately 90 km on local roads, covering the coastline of Vigo and nearby towns.

Run: a half marathon (21 km), partially along the city’s seafront promenade, with views of the Atlantic Islands National Park.

Now established as one of Vigo’s flagship sporting events, the Desafío Islas Cíes Triathlon 2025 will once again be a celebration of outdoor sport, endurance, and a deep connection to the sea. It’s a physical challenge, yes—but also a personal journey that leaves a lasting impact on everyone who takes part.

Otoño Lírico 2025: Vigo Rekindles Its Operatic Splendor

As every autumn, the city transforms into a vital stage for lovers of the lyrical genre. The Otoño Lírico Festival, organized by the Asociación de Amigos de la Ópera de Vigo (AAOV) with the support of the Xunta de Galicia, presents an ambitious 2025 program that combines tradition, innovation, and a commitment to high-level theatrical music.

A Program of Excellence

This year’s edition will take place from September to November, featuring eleven events of diverse nature, including semi-staged operas, recitals, zarzuela galas, lyrical cinema, and artist encounters.

The festival kicks off on September 26 at the Teatro Afundación with a double bill: La Voz Humana and La Dama de Montecarlo by Francis Poulenc, works for soprano and piano. Soprano Sonia de Munck stars vocally, accompanied by pianist Miguel Huertas, under the stage direction of Eugenia Corbacho. This performance promises to immerse the audience in an intimate and dramatic realm, exploring the links between voice, emotion, and stage.

One of the most anticipated moments will be the Galician premiere of Jules Massenet’s Werther, scheduled for November 8.
In this semi-staged version, prominent figures such as Ismael Jordi (tenor) lead the cast, alongside Olga Syniakova (mezzo-soprano), Gerardo Bullón (baritone), Fernando Latorre (bass), and Iria Goti (soprano). The Vigo 430 Symphony Orchestra and the choir of IES A Xunqueira from Pontevedra will strongly contribute to the spectacle, under the musical direction of Manuel Coves and stage direction of Ignacio García.

Zarzuela 

In addition to operas, the festival dedicates space to zarzuela. On October 18, the gala Una noche de zarzuela will be held, starring Ainhoa Arteta, Borja Quiza, and Francisco Corujo, with pianist Javier Carmena. The repertoire includes emblematic pieces by Sorozábal, Chapi, Vives, Barbieri, Moreno Torroba, and Fernández Caballero.

A space is also reserved for young talent: Novas Voces da Lírica Galega (New Voices of Galician Lyric), allowing the public to discover promising voices from the Galician lyrical scene.

B.A.P. Unión Docks in Vigo: History, Schedule, and Free Public Visits

The  Peruvian Navy sailing training ship, B.A.P. Unión, is making a special stop in Vigo from September 14 to 17 as part of its 2025 International Training Voyage (VIEX 2025). This tall ship is touring several continents, promoting naval education, cultural exchange, tourism, and maritime diplomacy.

History

The B.A.P. Unión was designed by CYPSA, a Galician naval engineering firm based in Vigo, and built at the SIMA shipyards in Callao, Peru, between 2012 and 2015.

It is a four-masted barque-type sailing vessel, approximately 115.7 meters long and 13.5 meters wide.

The ship carries 34 sails covering a surface of 3,402 square meters, and can reach speeds of up to 12 knots under sail.

In addition to training cadets from Peru’s Naval Academy, the ship also serves as a floating embassy, showcasing Peruvian culture and products and facilitating diplomatic engagement abroad. Aboard the ship are 227 sailors, including 71 cadets who are currently in their third year at the Peruvian Naval Academy.

Vigo Visit

Sunday, September 14 to Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Free of charge

Day Visiting Hours
Sunday 14 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Monday 15 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuesday 16 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 17 From 9:00 AM until departure .

Admission is completely free during the ship's stay in Vigo.

Inside the ship, visitors will find the "Casa Perú" cultural space, showcasing Peruvian crafts, textiles, gastronomy, and other products. Some items will be available for purchase.

Events and Cultural Activities

The "Casa Perú" exhibition on board will feature traditional products, tastings, and cultural displays.

On Sunday, September 14, there will be Peruvian folk dance performances on the dock at 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

A tribute ceremony will be held at the O Berbés dock honoring missing Peruvian and Spanish fishermen, including those lost in the Villa de Pitanxo tragedy.

The Solitaire du Figaro Paprec

21/09/2025 Finaliza  en Vigo

Prince of Asturias Sailing Trophy

5–7 /09/2025 Regata en Baiona

San Miguel de Oia Festivities

29–30 /09/2025, Oia, Pontevedra

Alfonso Moro 10K and Coia Half Marathon

14–15/09/2025 Coia, Vigo

Mexican Festival of Lavadores

15 /09/2025, Lavadores, Vigo

Saint Cyprian and Saint Cornelius of Bembrive

15 /09/2025, Bembibre, Vigo

City of Vigo Rally

20/09/2025 Rally de vehículos clásicos con salida desde el Centro Comercial Gran Vía. Vigo.

12th Cíes Islands Challenge Triathlon

21/09/2025 carrera entre Vigo y Nigrán. Comienzo a las 08:15.Vigo

Vikings. A Look from Galicia

Museo do Mar de Vigo, hasta el 28/09/2025, Vigo

The Michelin Guide recognizes the talent of a new restaurant located in Vigo. Located in the Palacio de la Oliva in the Old Town, it's under the direction of one of Galicia's most renowned chefs, Pepe Solla. The restaurant is located at 2 Rúa da Oliva.
It is a renovated country house that also houses a nightclub, lounges, and a terrace.

One of the most anticipated performances will take place today, August 8, on Nigrán beach, at the "Esteiro de Foz" stage, at 10:30 PM. with the program of Rubén Simeó.

Rubén Simeó, a trumpet player born in Vigo in 1992, began playing the trumpet at an early age and quickly stood out for his technical skill.

Throughout his career, Rubén has performed on numerous international stages, collaborating with renowned orchestras and conductors. His repertoire ranges from classical works to contemporary compositions.

Alongside the "Cinecicleta" program, which is touring Nigrán with a sustainable open-air cinema project, films are being shown across the parishes of Nigrán using a system powered by the pedaling of the audience. The initiative is led by Isabel Segura and Carmelo López.

The screenings begin on Sunday, August 10.

 

The 5th strongest earthquake in history, measuring 8.8 on the Richter scale, struck the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia today. Now Hawaii, Japan, Alaska, Russia, and the Pacific coast are on tsunami alert, while residents and tourists flee to higher ground.

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the epicenter was located about 126 kilometers from Kamchatski and at a depth of 20.7 km. The Kamchatka Peninsula is located at the collision point between the Pacific and North American plates.

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A few hours later, at least 4 whales have washed up on the Japanese coasts.

The coast guard has ordered the evacuation of ports in Hawaii, in Japan the waves are starting to hit Chiba prefecture and elsewhere. Waves over three meters are expected in multiple areas along the Pacific Ocean coast. Millions of people have been ordered to evacuate due to the danger it poses.Many areas are without electricity due to the damage from the earthquake.