Melody, Miguel Campello and María Carrasco Headline Los Boliches Carmen Fair 2026

Los Boliches will once again honour its patron saint with the 2026 Carmen Fair, taking place from July 15 to 19 at the Fuengirola Fairground.

The programme will feature concerts, dance performances, children’s activities, traditional maritime events and religious celebrations. The main artists announced include Melody, Joana Jiménez, Miguel Campello, María Carrasco and Juanlu Montoya.

The fair will officially begin on Wednesday, July 15, although several preliminary activities will take place in the days leading up to the opening, including the traditional Tirada del Copo fishing demonstration, the Bolicheros of the Year tribute and a new flamenco festival.

Wednesday, July 15: Opening Ceremony and Melody Concert

The official opening ceremony will take place at 9:30 p.m. beside the main entrance to the Fuengirola Fairground.

Fuengirola mayor Ana Mula will raise the flag while the Municipal Music Band performs the Spanish national anthem.

The musical programme will begin immediately afterwards.

9:30 p.m.: Official opening ceremony and flag raising
10:00 p.m.: Lorenzo
11:00 p.m.: Melody concert
12:15 a.m.: La Gramola

Thursday, July 16: Maritime Procession and Youth Night

Thursday will mark the main religious celebration in honour of Our Lady of Carmen.

The day will begin at 12:00 noon with a solemn Mass at the Carmen and Santa Fe parish church in Los Boliches.

The procession will leave the church at 8:45 p.m. and follow its traditional route to Plaza Estrella de los Mares. From there, the statue will be carried into the sea by local fishermen to bless the waters.

At 10:00 p.m., the T-shaped breakwater will host the traditional fireworks display. The procession will then continue back to the church, with its return expected at approximately 1:30 a.m.

At the same time, the Fairground will host Youth Night.

10:00 p.m.: CGZ and Adri O
11:30 p.m.: G Alessandro
1:00 a.m.: Rap battle

Friday, July 17: Children’s Day and Joana Jiménez

Friday will be dedicated mainly to families and younger visitors.

Fairground rides will be available at 50% of their usual price as part of Children’s Day.

There will also be a children’s party featuring entertainment and a theatrical performance by Peladilla Producciones.

The evening programme will include dance, Spanish song and Andalusian music.

9:30 p.m.: Juani Guerrero Dance Academy
10:30 p.m.: Joana Jiménez
12:15 a.m.: Sueño Marismeño

Saturday, July 18: María Carrasco and Juanlu Montoya

Saturday will feature one of the most complete musical programmes of the fair.

The evening will begin with a dance performance, followed by concerts from Cante y Calle, María Carrasco and Juanlu Montoya.

9:30 p.m.: Chassé Dance Academy
10:30 p.m.: Cante y Calle
11:30 p.m.: María Carrasco
12:45 a.m.: Juanlu Montoya

Sunday, July 19: Miguel Campello Closes the Fair

The final night of the Carmen Fair will feature Miguel Campello, known for his career with El Bicho and his later solo work.

The programme will also include performances by La Seño and Los Kalima.

9:30 p.m.: La Seño
10:30 p.m.: Miguel Campello
12:15 a.m.: Los Kalima

Tirada del Copo and a Tribute to the District’s Maritime Roots

The preliminary activities will begin on July 11 at 8:00 a.m. with the traditional Tirada del Copo in the boatyard area.

This event recreates an old fishing technique linked to the history of Los Boliches and serves as a tribute to the district’s maritime heritage.

Although the method has almost disappeared, the demonstration helps preserve the memory of generations who made their living through traditional fishing.

María Carrasco to Perform at the Bolicheros of the Year Tribute

On July 13 at 9:00 p.m., Plaza Estrella de los Mares will host the annual Bolicheros of the Year tribute.

The event will recognise people connected to the history, traditions and community life of the district.

María Carrasco will also perform during the ceremony before returning to the main fair programme on Saturday, July 18.

New Santa Fe de Los Boliches Flamenco Festival

One of the main new additions to this year’s programme will be the Santa Fe de Los Boliches Flamenco Festival.

The event will take place on July 14 at 10:00 p.m. in Plaza Pedro Cuevas, in collaboration with Peña Flamenca Unión del Cante.

The line-up will feature singers Iván Chaskío Tamayo and Virginia Gámez, accompanied on guitar by Andrés Cansino and José Antonio Rojas.

The flamenco dance performance will be led by Juan Antonio Pérez ‘Azabache’, while Francisco Reina will present the evening.

Practical Information

Dates: July 15–19, 2026
Location: Fuengirola Fairground and several locations across Los Boliches
Main artists: Melody, Miguel Campello, María Carrasco, Joana Jiménez and Juanlu Montoya
Children’s Day: July 17, with fairground rides at half price
Our Lady of Carmen procession: July 16 at 8:45 p.m.
Fireworks: July 16 at 10:00 p.m.
Pre-fair events: July 11–14

The Carmen Fair will once again turn Los Boliches into one of Fuengirola’s main summer meeting points, combining live entertainment with deeply rooted religious and maritime traditions.

Information source: Málaga Hoy