Iberdrola’s 125th Birthday Bash Lights Up Bilbao
What Happened?
On a sunny Friday, about 40,000 people flooded Bilbao’s Doña Casilda Park to celebrate Iberdrola’s 125th anniversary. The free‑entry festival turned the park into the city’s biggest hangout spot, with music, food, and a spectacular drone show that ran from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Who Played?
The stage kicked off with Iberdrola’s own Electric Band, setting a lively vibe. Then the lineup rolled out:
- Sunn Sunn – around 4:30 p.m.
- Rigoberta Bandini – about 5:35 p.m.
- Antonio Orozco – took the mic near 7:10 p.m.
- Juanes – closed the night from 8:45 p.m.
Seven big screens were scattered across the park so nobody missed a beat, no matter where they stood.
Drone Show Highlights
As the final notes faded, Iberdrola launched a 1,500‑drone light display – the biggest ever seen in Spain. Powered entirely by renewable energy, the drones painted shapes and patterns across the Bilbao sky, visible from many corners of the city.
Extras for Visitors
Beyond the music, the festival offered:
- Information stands about Iberdrola’s green projects
- Food trucks and drink stalls
- First‑aid points and accessible toilets
- Areas designed for people with reduced mobility
- A kid‑care zone and a Violet Point (safe space for women)
- Special cleaning and gardening crews that kept the park tidy before and after the event
What’s Next?
Bilbao was just the first stop in Iberdrola’s “125 Light Years” tour. The celebration continues:
- Madrid – June 27: Lenny Kravitz, Manuel Carrasco, Ana Mena, Álvaro de Luna
- Valencia – November 28: Estopa and Mafalda Cardenal
Each city will host its own free concert, keeping the anniversary party going all through 2026.
Conclusion
Iberdrola’s 125th‑anniversary festival in Bilbao proved that a mix of great music, eco‑friendly tech, and community‑focused services can draw massive crowds and leave everyone smiling. With more shows on the horizon, the energy company is lighting up Spain — both on stage and in its commitment to a greener future.
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