Marchamujer 2026 celebrates women and equality with citywide events in Cartagena

The municipality of Cartagena celebrated the women of Murcia and protested in favour of equality with a new edition of the Marchamujer, in which hundreds of participants toured the city centre in a parade, as well as activities including workshops, dancing, sports, and games in Rambla Park.

March took off from Plaza del Ayuntamiento and filled the city streets with colour

The event, organised by the Cartagena City Council through the Equality Service in collaboration with the Mediterranean Federation of Women’s Associations, and taking place on Thursday, May 21, was dedicated to highlighting the role of women and reinforcing the commitment to true equality in society. The march, which boasted nearly 300 participants, took off from the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, and traversed the streets of the municipality with colour, enthusiasm and camaraderie among the participants. The march finally ended in Rambla Park, next to the Cartagonova municipal stadium.

Charity, community, camaraderie: Cartagena’s day of celebration

The rest of the day was a festive event, in which members of the community took part and socialised together. The programme designed for the event included a mobile disco, workshops, dancing, sports, and a raffle with exciting prizes that were donated by collaborating groups and organisations. 

Charity was also a main highlight of the event. The 2026 edition of the Marchamujer raised €3,052 for the Amazonas Sports Association, a non-profit organisation that promotes well-being and personal growth through therapeutic archery.

An event that united nearly 300 participants under one common message

The Marchamujer united associations, residents, visitors, and other participants around one message: Cartagena is advancing towards true equality, and appreciates the active role of women in all areas of the municipality and beyond.

Once more, the Marchamujer became a meeting point for citizen participation, awareness and the demand for more inclusivity in Cartagena, highlighting the important role of women in society.

“Women have a lot to contribute,” said Mayor of Cartagena, Noelia Arroyo, during her speech, “and from the City Council we aim to promote equality policies and help women play a leading role in society and in Cartagena.”