Astorga 2026: bobbin lace, multi-crafts and an exhibition by Kety

A fifth edition that continues to grow

The meeting will be held from 10:00 to 14:00. The local press of Astorga Digital y Cope Astorga The dates, location, and time are the same. After four editions, the event returns with the aim of bringing together participants from all over Spain.

The day maintains the combination that gives it its name. Bobbin lace occupies a central place, but it coexists with other textile crafts. This mix allows each table to spark a different conversation: a background achieved with just a few pairs of bobbins, a flower that needs more detail, an embroidery, a piece of sewing, or a different way of finishing the edge.

Useful information

• Date: November 28 Saturday of 2026.
• Schedule: 10: 00 to 14: 00.
• Location: Felipe Miñambres Sports Center, Astorga, León.
• Edition: 5th Meeting of Bobbin Lace and Multi-Crafts.
• Featured activity: exhibition by Kety, teacher of the Lace Makers Association of the Principality of Asturias.
• registration: Dolores, 669 168 051; Pili, 696 041 009.

Anyone wishing to participate should contact the organizers directly to confirm availability and any access details. Registration is open well in advance, which is helpful for associations that need to arrange bus transportation, accommodation, and transport for participants. It's advisable not to leave registration until the last few days.

Kety's exhibition

The new addition to this year's event is an exhibition of Kety's work. Her connection to the Lace Makers Association of the Principality of Asturias brings to the gathering a perspective from another region with a vibrant craft tradition. An exhibition allows visitors to examine finished pieces and observe aspects that might otherwise go unnoticed during daily work.

It's worth paying attention to the choice of threads, the arrangement of the motifs, and the relationship between the dense areas and the backgrounds. Also, the finishing touches, which often reveal the experience of the artist. For someone who is learning, seeing a complete piece can clarify why every small decision regarding the bobbin lace influences the final result.

Bobbin lace and participation around November 25th

The event is part of the activities Astorga is holding around November 25th, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. The gathering combines crafts, community, and visibility. Textile work, so often passed down among women in homes and associations, occupies a public and shared space for a morning.

This dimension gives a special meaning to the assembled tables. Beyond showcasing skill, they represent networks of support, learning, and companionship. Lace-making requires individual concentration, but it thrives in a group setting: someone lends a pin, helps find a lost cross, or recalls a solution learned years ago.

A morning to look closely

The public can get up close to follow the movement of the pairs and understand how much work goes into a lace edging. At first glance, everything seems to happen very quickly. But if you observe it calmly, the logic of the pattern, the placement of the pins, and the rhythm with which each thread changes position become apparent.

It is also an opportunity to talk to lacemakers from other backgrounds and learn about specialized materials. The Bread ShopThe organizers, who have announced their participation, will be bringing articles and new products for lacemaking. It's advisable to check the organizers' channels before traveling in case of any changes.

Astorga after the match

The morning can be rounded off with a stroll through the historic center. Gaudi's PalaceThe church, home to the Museum of the Roads, shares its surroundings with the cathedral and offers one of the city's most recognizable views. Its arches, stained-glass windows, and stone details seem to remind us that architecture and lace share a taste for ordering emptiness.

Another nearby attraction is the Chocolate Museum, which preserves the memory of an industry closely linked to Astorga. Between heritage, crafts, and a sweet treat, the 5th Meeting offers a November getaway with plenty of reasons to stay a few extra hours. Above all, it offers something hard to replace: the chance to learn by watching others weave their threads.