Fundación Princesa de Asturias

Annual awards and public programs in Oviedo

Fundación Princesa de Asturias is a private nonprofit institution based in Oviedo. Its main work is organizing and presenting the annual Princess of Asturias Awards, which recognize significant contributions across fields of knowledge and culture. The foundation also organizes cultural, music, and educational activities throughout the year.

Princess of Asturias Awards

The awards are presented in eight categories: Arts, Communication and Humanities, Scientific and Technical Research, International Cooperation, Social Sciences, Sports, Literature, and Concord. The ceremony is a formal academic event held in Oviedo. The foundation publishes jury statements, laureate biographies, and remarks related to each award recipient.

Exemplary Town of Asturias Award

The foundation also presents the Exemplary Town of Asturias Award, recognizing towns or communities in the Principality for their exemplary work. In 2025, the award went to Valdesoto, in the municipality of Siero.

Music program

The foundation's music program includes an international music school, a choir, and orchestras. It offers educational activities and concerts and maintains a symphonic and choral repertoire with regular performance venues.

Other programs

The foundation organizes cultural and educational programs such as “Toma la palabra,” with annual editions and activity guides. Recent initiatives have included “Piensa que puedes,” “¿Cuándo Empiezo?: Hoy,” “Máquinas que piensan y aprenden,” “Fortalezas de papel,” “Arqueólogos del Presente,” “Al Abrazo del Deporte,” and “Hazlo Circular,” among others.

Transparency and publications

The foundation publishes annual activity reports, financial information, and documents on transparency and good governance. Its online press room also includes news releases and photos from cultural events held during “Premios Week.”

Contact

Email: info@fpa.es. The foundation is on Instagram, X, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Its headquarters are in Oviedo, Asturias.