Theater, comedy, crumbs for three euros and more plans for this weekend in Malaga


The Malaga Theater Festival kicks off its 43rd edition while the musical 'Godspell' bids farewell to Soho. La Cochera Cabaret offers comedy by the likes of Tomás García or Ángel Rielo, the Feliciologist.

Theater, comedy, crumbs for three euros and more plans for this weekend in Malaga
9 January 2026
Málaga
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Eager for concerts? After the Christmas break, venues continue with their live music programming. And there's something for everyone. This Saturday, at Cochera Cabaret, there is a scheduled performance by Gato Ventura + Tribute to Extremoduro. On the same day, at La Trinchera, the Partiendo La Pana festival will be held, a tribute to two of the most iconic Spanish pop-rock artists: Melendi and Estopa.

Meanwhile, at Paris 15, they are proposing a performance by MVRK. The artist makes a stop in the Malaga capital this Saturday as part of his tour to present his latest album 'Behave Yourself!'

  1. 9 and 10 January

    Comedy: Tomás García, Ángel Rielo (the Feliciologist) and 'Backpack to the Past'

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Tomás García from Malaga celebrates his 20 years in comedy. SUR / Archive

This weekend, La Cochera Cabaret is offering various shows dedicated to humor. On one hand, Tomás García from Malaga celebrates this Friday, January 9, his 20 years in comedy doing what he does best: provoking laughter in the audience with a night of classic monologues, new texts, and lots of improvisation. Before this show, the comedy 'Backpack to the Past' (19:00 hours) is scheduled, a successful podcast of humor and history. It will discuss the most stupid historical anecdotes and nonsenses of humanity.

Finally, Ángel Rielo will share (on Saturday, January 10) stories, reflections, and laughter "that touch both the mind and the heart, creating a unique experience that transcends mere entertainment."

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Anime music, magic bubbles, and more plans with kids this weekend in Malaga

  1. From January 8 to February 1

    Theater Festival in Malaga

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The Malaga Theater Festival kicks off its 43rd edition this Thursday, January 8, and will run until February 1 with a wide program that includes more than 30 plays and five world premieres at the Cervantes and Echegaray theaters. This Friday, January 9, 'From the Nest to the Niche' (20:00 hours) will be performed, a play that portrays the decomposition of a family that appears to be perfect using a birthday as a symbol of the passage of time and lost childhood. On January 9 and 10, the latest from Els Joglars 'The Tableau of Wonders', co-produced with the Cervantes Theater, premieres. The play scheduled for Saturday, January 10, is 'Patio Number 3'. Check here for all the programming information.

Meanwhile, the Cánovas Theater in the capital starts the year with the Spanish premiere of the circus show, 'Bon Vent. Good Wind'. There are performances on Saturday and Sunday (tickets from 6 euros when purchasing 2 tickets). Good Wind is a journey in three movements: leaving, getting lost, returning transformed. Through trapeze, rope, juggling, balance, and clown acts, they build a collective narrative where each body is a story, an inner landscape.

  1. January 11

    Magic Bubbles Show

This weekend, La Cochera Cabaret proposes the show 'Dreaming Bubbles', a magic show with 'magic bubbles' that will take place this Sunday at 10:30 am by Whitedream, the Bubble Wizard and Guinness World Record holder.

  1. Sunday 11

    Solidarity Migas for three euros in Lagos

Lagos (the easternmost nucleus of Vélez Málaga) hosts this Sunday the 10th edition of the Solidarity Migas in aid of ANNE Axarquía. During the day, which will be held in the Tanit parking lot next to the mouth of the Lagos river, migas will be served, accompanied by various musical performances and activities to liven up the day, with the aim of offering a day of coexistence and solidarity to locals and visitors. Thus, for three euros, a plate of migas accompanied by olives and a glass of local wine will be offered. Additionally, there will be a bar with typical fair food at popular prices. More information, here

  1. Sunday 11

    Otaku: music from anime and video games

The Ferias Palace of Malaga hosts this weekend 'Otaku: The best music from anime and video games' (Sunday, 11, at 20:30 hours). From the epic energy of Dragon Ball to the emotive melody of One Piece, through the intensity of Naruto, the charm of Sailor Moon, and the sweetness of Sakura, the event promises to delight fans of all ages.

  1. Until January 11

    'Godspell', at the Soho Theater

'Godspell' bids farewell this weekend at the Teatro del Soho CaixaBank. This musical directed by Antonio Banderas based on Emilio Aragón's version is a Broadway classic that revolves around the Gospel of Saint Matthew through the experiences of a group of young people in a big city. A cast of 13 actors along with a live band will bring to life a show that combines vaudeville, magic, shadows, masks, and puppets over 16 musical numbers. Performances will run until January 11, and ticket prices start at 25 euros.

  1. Until January 18

    'Imagine. The Path to Dreams'

The circus and theater show for the whole family 'Imagine. The Path to Dreams' continues in Malaga. The show, produced by Sohrlin and created by Antonio Banderas and Domingo Merlin, offers shows from Thursday to Saturday at 19:30 hours, with a pre-show starting at 18:00, and Sunday timings are at 13:00, with a pre-show from 12:00. The Sohrlin Andalucía auditorium is located at Calle Almonte 6, in Malaga capital. Tickets from 22.5 euros.

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