Halloween 2026 in Málaga: free activities, haunted houses and family events across the city

Málaga is getting ready for a Halloween packed with free activities for children, teenagers and adults. On Saturday, October 31, 2026, neighbourhoods across the city will come alive with haunted attractions, frightening characters, costume contests, live performances and creative workshops celebrating one of autumn's most popular occasions.

Málaga City Council, working alongside neighbourhood associations and cultural organisations, has prepared an extensive programme offering residents and visitors plenty of ways to enjoy Halloween without paying for tickets.

From family entertainment at Playa Virginia to Churriana's famous Night of Terror, there will be something for those looking for a fun afternoon with children and others seeking a genuinely frightening experience.

Some celebrations will begin on Friday, October 30, including Poloween Horror Fest at Tabacalera and family activities in Teatinos.

Where to celebrate Halloween for free in Málaga on October 31

Events will take place across several districts, making it easier for residents to find activities close to home without travelling into the city centre.

Here is an overview of the main scheduled events:

Most activities are free to attend, although some require advance registration or have age recommendations.

Playa Virginia: costume competitions, zombie battles and a haunted attraction for over-16s

Málaga's eastern district is bringing back Terror en el Este, combining children's entertainment with more intense horror experiences at different locations around Playa Virginia.

The programme will take place in the Alberto Suárez 'Pipi' Gardens and Curro Román Auditorium, with support from the El Palo Cultural Association.

Children's activities from 5:30 pm to 10 pm

Families can enjoy costume competitions, a magic show, a mini disco, a bouncy castle and workshops featuring balloon modelling and badge-making.

There will also be Halloween makeup sessions organised in collaboration with the Iván Rojas Makeup School.

Among the most unusual activities are a horror-themed scavenger hunt and a zombie Nerf battle, offering an interactive experience for visitors.

Haunted attraction from 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm

As evening approaches, Playa Virginia Park will be transformed into a frightening setting with a special horror walkthrough.

The attraction will operate from 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm and is recommended for visitors aged 16 and over.

Location: Alberto Suárez 'Pipi' Gardens, Curro Román Auditorium and Playa Virginia Park.

Ciudad Jardín: Halloween celebrations in Parque de la Alegría

Parque de la Alegría will once again host Ciudad Jardín's neighbourhood Halloween party.

The celebration will take place on Saturday, October 31, from 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm, offering free entertainment for different age groups.

The programme includes a haunted attraction, a horror-themed scavenger hunt, a costume competition, entertainment and a Halloween-themed children's show.

Creative workshops will also offer badge-making, balloon modelling, face painting, temporary tattoos and mask-making.

With a combination of games and interactive activities, the event is designed to appeal to both children and adults.

Location: Parque de la Alegría, Ciudad Jardín.

Time: 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm.

Bailén-Miraflores: four public squares become horror-themed attractions

One of the most original events will take place in Bailén-Miraflores with El 4 de las 4 del Terror, a Halloween celebration spread across four public spaces.

Each location will feature a different frightening theme, encouraging visitors to explore the neighbourhood.

What to expect at each location

Plaza Monseñor Bocanegra: The Witch's House.

Plaza on Calle Cabas Galván: The Exorcist.

Plaza Aurelio Gomollón: The Living Cemetery.

Bulevar José Iturbi: Children's Halloween workshops, costume competitions and musical entertainment.

Activities will take place from 7 pm to 11 pm, with free admission and entertainment suitable for different age groups.

The format allows visitors to explore several themed locations during the same evening.

Cruz del Humilladero: K-Pop, Stranger Things and magic at Parque de San Rafael

Fans of popular television series and music will find plenty to enjoy at Parque de San Rafael, where the Cruz del Humilladero district has organised a free Halloween celebration.

Activities will begin at 6:30 pm with a children's tribute performance inspired by KPop Demon Hunters.

At 8 pm, visitors can enjoy a show called Halloween Mágico, while between 7 pm and 11 pm, the park will host themed experiences inspired by popular series such as Stranger Things.

The programme combines family-friendly entertainment with recognisable characters and settings from contemporary pop culture.

Location: Parque de San Rafael, Cruz del Humilladero.

Starting time: 6:30 pm.

Huelin Park: a haunted attraction requiring advance registration

In Málaga's Carretera de Cádiz district, Huelin Park will become another Halloween celebration venue.

The event is scheduled from 6 pm to 10 pm, with several free activities suitable for different ages.

Visitors can enjoy Halloween-themed temporary tattoo workshops, a children's photo area, a photo booth and musical entertainment.

How to register for Huelin's haunted attraction

The haunted attraction will be one of the main highlights, but there is an important condition: advance registration is required.

According to Málaga City Council, registration must be completed using the QR code displayed on promotional posters and shared through the district's social media accounts.

Anyone planning to visit the attraction should check the registration instructions in advance.

Location: Huelin Park.

Time: 6 pm to 10 pm.

Admission: Free, with advance registration required for the haunted attraction.

Churriana celebrates its 11th Night of Terror with streets transformed into frightening scenes

Churriana's Night of Terror returns for its 11th edition, establishing itself as one of Málaga's most recognisable Halloween celebrations.

On Saturday, October 31, the streets of the Las Pedrizas neighbourhood will become an open-air horror route featuring different themed environments.

The event will run from 7 pm until midnight.

The terrifying settings at Churriana's Night of Terror 2026

The route will include scenes inspired by:

• The Monastery of Churriana.
• The Cemetery of Souls.
• The Torture Machine.
• The Phantom of the Opera.
• The Circus of Horrors.
• Living Souls.
• The Cursed Stage.

The programme will also include themed performances, including an appearance by a character inspired by Michael Jackson.

A spooky exhibition to complete the experience

The celebrations also feature El gabinete de las curiosidades de Elvira Bernal, an exhibition open until October 31 at Churriana's former Casa de la Cultura.

Regular visiting hours are from 5 pm to 8 pm, while on Saturday, October 31, the exhibition will be open from 7 pm to 10 pm.

Location: Las Pedrizas neighbourhood, Churriana.

Night of Terror hours: 7 pm to midnight.

Admission: Free.

Campanillas: inclusive Halloween activities and six terrifying settings

Campanillas has organised a celebration featuring children's activities, a Halloween parade and a haunted experience divided into several themed areas.

The programme will begin at 6 pm at the Antonio Beltrán Lucena Cultural Centre.

One of its most distinctive features is the inclusion of activities adapted for children with additional needs and neurodivergent participants, including a dedicated haunted attraction, photo opportunities and specially designed workshops.

Halloween parade and workshops from 6 pm

A Halloween parade will also begin at 6 pm, departing from CEIP Francisco de Quevedo and ending at the cultural centre.

Participants will have the opportunity to enter a prize draw scheduled for 7 pm.

Themed workshops will run between 7 pm and 8 pm.

The haunted attraction opens at 8 pm

The evening's main horror experience will feature six themed environments:

• The Mansion of Lost Souls.
• The Corridor of Lamentations.
• The Forbidden Room.
• The Basement of Nightmares.
• The Orphanage of Darkness.
• The Cursed Prison.

Location: Antonio Beltrán Lucena Cultural Centre and nearby streets in Campanillas.

Starting time: 6 pm.

Haunted attraction: From 8 pm.

Puerto de la Torre: a 170-square-metre haunted attraction

The Hermano Mayor Enrique Luque Núñez Park in Puerto de la Torre will host another major Halloween experience organised by Málaga City Council.

The park will feature a 170-square-metre haunted attraction, with an indoor route divided into five themed areas.

The experience will begin at 8 pm.

From 7 pm until midnight, visitors can also enjoy children's activities, Halloween workshops, a living cemetery and a themed photo booth.

All activities will be free.

Location: Hermano Mayor Enrique Luque Núñez Park, Puerto de la Torre.

General programme: 7 pm to midnight.

Haunted attraction: From 8 pm.

Halloween in Teatinos: magic, games and children's parties on October 30 and 31

In the Teatinos-Universidad district, Halloween celebrations will begin a day before the main event.

Several neighbourhood associations, with the support of the District Council, have organised activities primarily aimed at families with children.

Friday, October 30: magic and children's games

The Teatinos-Ciudad de la Justicia Residents' Association will organise an afternoon of balloon modelling workshops, children's games and a magic show.

The event will take place from 6 pm to 8 pm in the square between Avenida Gregorio Prieto and Calle Franz Kafka.

Saturday, October 31: costumes and entertainment

The Hanuca Residents' Association has planned children's activities on Calle La Sonata, including face painting, games, music, entertainment and a costume competition.

The published schedule runs from 9 am until midnight, so visitors are advised to confirm the individual activity times with the organisers.

Meanwhile, the Cortijo Alto Neighbourhood Association will hold its own Halloween celebration at Calle Quasimodo, 21, from 7 pm until midnight.

Poloween Horror Fest 2026: free horror cinema and professional makeup events on Friday, October 30

Halloween will also offer something special for fans of horror movies and audiovisual production.

The Polo Nacional de Contenidos Digitales, located at Tabacalera in Málaga, will host another edition of Poloween Horror Fest on Friday, October 30.

The event is organised by Héqate Producciones in collaboration with Málaga City Council through the Polo Nacional de Contenidos Digitales.

Admission is free until capacity is reached, but advance registration is required through the event's official website.

Two masterclasses on visual effects and professional makeup

The programme will begin at 11 am with Visual Effects in Film Post-Production, a masterclass led by visual effects supervisor and designer Iván López Hernández.

At 12 pm, special effects makeup artist and supervisor Pedro de Diego will present The Art of Characterisation and Special Effects Makeup in Film and Television.

At 1 pm, visitors will be able to participate in a musical bingo game dedicated to movie soundtracks.

Special effects makeup competition and horror short films

From 2 pm, participants in the FX Makeup Competition will have access to a dedicated space to create their character designs.

Their work will be presented to the public and a specialist jury at 6:30 pm.

At 8 pm, the event will continue with a screening of selected horror and fantasy short films, chosen from more than 100 submissions, including productions from Málaga.

Actress Nadia de Santiago will also receive the Poloween Horror Fest Award in recognition of her career.

Date: Friday, October 30, 2026.

Location: Polo Nacional de Contenidos Digitales, Tabacalera, Málaga.

Admission: Free with advance registration, subject to capacity.

Registration: Official Polo Nacional de Contenidos Digitales events website.

The best free Halloween activities in Málaga for families with children

Although most districts offer activities for different age groups, some celebrations are particularly suitable for younger visitors.

For families looking for free things to do with children in Málaga this Halloween, the workshops, performances and costume competitions at Playa Virginia, Parque de la Alegría, Parque de San Rafael and Teatinos are attractive options.

Campanillas also offers activities specifically designed to accommodate children with additional needs.

Those looking for more intense horror experiences can consider Churriana, Puerto de la Torre or the haunted attractions organised in other districts, while respecting any age recommendations.

Which Halloween activities require advance booking?

Although the City Council's programme is free, not every activity operates under the same conditions.

The haunted attraction at Huelin Park requires registration using the QR code published on promotional posters and the district's social media accounts.

Poloween Horror Fest, taking place on Friday, October 30, at Tabacalera, also requires advance registration and offers free admission until capacity is reached.

For most other activities listed, no general booking requirement has been specified, although capacity limits or individual access conditions may apply.

Visitors are advised to check the latest announcements before attending, particularly for the most popular haunted attractions.

Málaga increases public transport and security services for Halloween

With celebrations taking place across multiple neighbourhoods on October 31, Málaga City Council has announced special measures to support the events.

The city will introduce additional EMT bus services to help people travel between Halloween celebrations.

Local Police will also deploy additional officers to manage public safety and traffic requirements during the evening.

As some activities will continue until midnight, anyone planning to travel between districts should check public transport schedules in advance.

A free Halloween celebration across Málaga's neighbourhoods

Halloween 2026 in Málaga will offer an extensive programme combining family activities, haunted attractions, musical performances, costume competitions and horror cinema.

With different venues and timetables, residents and visitors can enjoy the celebrations with family or friends, without paying admission for most activities.

On Saturday, October 31, neighbourhoods across Málaga will come alive with costumes, creativity and spooky settings, while Friday, October 30, will provide an early start with events in Teatinos and Poloween Horror Fest.

For anyone still deciding how to spend Halloween, the City Council's programme offers plenty of free options throughout the city, with activities running from late afternoon until midnight.