What’s on in San Sebastián, 9–11 October 2026
Short films, theatre, family-friendly culture and live sport lead into a Sunday shaped by the Three Beaches 10K and Real Sociedad’s home match at Anoeta. A practical, locally checked shortlist.
Short films, theatre and local stages
A strong opening night with free culture alongside two headline theatre shows.
Viernes de baile
Okendo Kultur Etxea
An open social dance session in Gros.
Official listings →Txan fantasma
Ernest Lluch Kultur Etxea
Basque-language children’s theatre about friendship and imagination.
Booking details →Donosskino: ShortZinema
Teatro Principal
The final competitive screening before Saturday’s awards. Tickets from 16:30.
Official programme →El chaleco blanco
Larratxo Kultur Etxea
A neighbourhood performance of Spanish light opera.
Official listings →La mujer rota, starring Anabel Alonso
Victoria Eugenia Theatre
Simone de Beauvoir’s monologue in Spanish.
Tickets →Edén Serrano
Lugaritz Kultur Etxea
An 85-minute Spanish-language comedy show.
Tickets →Creative workshops, local singing and ice hockey
A varied day for families, film fans and sports followers.
Cyanotype workshop
Kutxa Fundazioa Artegunea
A hands-on children’s art workshop held in Basque.
Official listing →Kantujira
From Izarraitz taberna · Loiola
Join a neighbourhood singing walk and experience a living Basque tradition.
Official details →Oin Txiki (Smallfoot)
Aiete Kultur Etxea
A free family screening dubbed into Euskara.
Official listing →Donosskino awards and closing gala
Teatro Principal
The tenth edition closes with its awards ceremony.
Official programme →La mujer rota
Victoria Eugenia Theatre
The second and final San Sebastián performance.
Tickets →Txuri Urdin v CH Jaca
Txuri Urdin Ice Palace
A national-league meeting between two well-known clubs.
Sports calendar →A coastal 10K and match day at Anoeta
Allow extra travel time: the race affects the centre in the morning, with football crowds arriving later.
Cross de las Tres Playas
Start: Avenida de Satrustegi · Ondarreta
The fast coastal course links Ondarreta, La Concha and Zurriola.
Official website →Musikaren Eguna
Tabakalera
A morning celebrating music inside a leading cultural centre.
City listings →Municipal Txistulari Band
Plaza de la Constitución
Traditional Basque txistu music in the Old Town.
Official details →Real Sociedad v RC Deportivo
Anoeta Stadium
The weekend’s major football fixture. Check tickets and arrive early.
Official tickets →Sally Mann: Macula et materia
Kutxa Fundazioa Artegunea
Two guided sessions on the American photographer’s work.
Booking information →La última y nos vamos
Arantzazuko Ama Ikastola · Martutene
Trapu Zaharra brings sharp social comedy into the open air.
Official listing →Salva Reina
Teatro Principal
Spanish-language comedy and storytelling.
Tickets →Miguel Ríos
Kursaal Auditorium
A landmark name in Spanish rock performs at the Kursaal.
Tickets and details →Getting around: Avenida de Satrustegi closes from 06:15 on Sunday and streets on the race route from 09:30. Public transport is the easiest option. Check official links before setting out.