The authentic sounds of Basque tradition take over the heart of San Sebastián's Old Town in a vibrant open-air musical gathering. A great occasion to experience the rich local instrumental heritage in a historic setting. 🎶🏛️

The San Sebastián Municipal Txistulari Band presents this morning concert dedicated to tamborilero music, highlighting historical and popular pieces from the Basque repertoire.

🎶 Municipal Txistulari Band Concert

📅 October 18, 2026

🕐 12:15

📍 Plaza de la Constitución, Donostia / San Sebastián

🎟️ Free admission

📖 Traditional dance melodies and Basque heritage

The concert is entirely dedicated to the traditional music of Basque tamborileros. The programme features dance tunes, popular songs, pasacalles, and musical compositions crafted for the txistu, the iconic Basque three-hole flute.

Through this diverse performance, attendees will discover the rhythmic and melodic variety of an instrument deeply rooted in communal celebrations and Basque culture.

🎶 The municipal band and morning diana

Before the main performance in the square, the ensemble will begin its musical day at 9:00 by performing the traditional diana through the streets of San Sebastián's city centre.

The musical route culminates at midday in the Plaza de la Constitución, bringing centuries of txistulari sound directly to the urban public space.

✨ An exceptional opportunity to experience traditional Basque music live in the heart of Donostia.