Marta Fernández

Plans

Studio Ghibli returns to cinemas in Málaga: six Hayao Miyazaki films this September and October

‘Princess Mononoke’, ‘Spirited Away’ and ‘The Boy and the Heron’ are returning to the big screen in Málaga city and Fuengirola as part of a special season dedicated to the Japanese director.

Hotels

Málaga awaits the opening of the new Hotel Zenit San Telmo this September

Zenit Hotels is preparing to open its second property in Málaga, with a new hotel featuring a swimming pool, restaurant and a concept designed around both comfort and city breaks.

Restaurants

Kaito opens in Marbella: Tokyo’s ‘hand roll bar’ trend arrives on the Costa del Sol

The new Japanese restaurant on Avenida Fontanilla puts a large counter at the heart of the experience, with freshly prepared hand rolls and direct interaction between chefs and diners.

Breaking News

Winter time change in Málaga 2026: when the clocks go back and what time it happens

Málaga will switch to winter time in the early hours of Sunday, 25 October. At 3:00 am, the clocks will go back to 2:00 am, meaning the day will officially last 25 hours.

Hotels

Oakmond Marbella: the new luxury and longevity resort transforming the former Incosol hotel

The project will feature 140 rooms, 28 private residences and a specialist centre focused on preventive medicine and wellbeing. Construction is due to begin this autumn after securing €145 million in financing from Goldman Sachs Alternatives.

Restaurants

Cà Maréin opens in Marbella: the new Italian restaurant on the Golden Mile

Coral Beach welcomes a new seafront dining destination with direct beach access, Mediterranean-inspired Italian cuisine, seasonal produce and several terraces overlooking the sea.

Festivals

Costa del Sol Manga Festival 2026: cosplay, video games and Japanese culture come to Estepona from 18 to 20 September

Estepona’s Conference and Exhibition Centre will host three days of cosplay competitions, gaming tournaments, cultural workshops and a large exhibitor area dedicated to manga, anime and Japanese pop culture.

Events

Benalmádena Moda 2026: two nights of fashion shows, emerging designers and live music

Plaza de la Mezquita and Castillo El Bil Bil will become open-air catwalks on 18 and 19 September, bringing together local businesses, established designers, new talent and live performances.

Arts

Solar photo-printing course in Marbella 2026: dates, price and how to register at the Museum of Engraving

The Museum of Contemporary Spanish Engraving is organising a course on experimental solar photo-printing techniques between October and December. Registration remains open until 18 September, with a 50% discount for Marbella residents and regular students.

Events

Marbella’s Popular Moraga 2026: 1,700 kilos of free sardines across four beaches on 17 September

Marbella will say goodbye to the high season with one of its most traditional seaside events: free espetos, tomato salad, live music and a festive atmosphere in Marbella, San Pedro Alcántara, Puerto Banús and Las Chapas.