Things to do in Málaga and the Costa del Sol this weekend: 15 events from November 13 to 15, including concerts, theatre, food markets and free activities

Málaga and the Costa del Sol are preparing for a weekend packed with cultural events, live music, food experiences and outdoor activities. From Friday, November 13, to Sunday, November 15, 2026, towns across the province will offer entertainment for families, couples and groups of friends, including free events and performances for those looking to enjoy an evening of theatre or music.

Among the main highlights are the Málaga Cheese Market in Coín, bringing together local producers on Sunday; the 35th National Medical University Tuna Festival in Ronda, attracting more than 300 performers; and Fancine, the University of Málaga's Fantastic Film Festival.

The weekend programme also includes the comedy Un matrimonio sin filtros, starring Marta Hazas and Javier Veiga in Fuengirola; a Christmas flamenco performance in Estepona; an open day at Marbella's urban gardens; and the second Sierra de Mijas Marathon.

For visitors looking for affordable entertainment, there are several particularly interesting options, including theatre by invitation in Marbella, the La Malagueta Philosophy Festival, a local produce market and sporting events that can also be enjoyed as a spectator.

Here are 15 events and activities taking place across Málaga city, the Costa del Sol and Ronda from November 13 to 15.

Ronda welcomes more than 300 musicians for a national university tuna festival

One of the weekend's most distinctive events will take place in Ronda, where more than 300 members of traditional university music groups will gather from across Spain.

The 35th National Medical University Tuna Festival will be held on November 13 and 14, turning several locations throughout the town into stages for traditional university music.

On Friday, November 13, a musical parade will begin at 7 pm from Plaza del Socorro. Participants will make their way through Plaza de España before reaching the Parador viewpoint, where they will perform part of their repertoire.

Visitors will have an opportunity to hear traditional songs, see the characteristic costumes worn by tuna musicians and enjoy a lively atmosphere in one of Ronda's most recognisable settings.

The programme continues on Saturday, November 14, from 5 pm, at Teatro Municipal Vicente Espinel.

Participating groups will perform throughout the afternoon, followed by the awards ceremony. Performances are expected to continue until approximately 10 pm.

Admission is free, making the festival an appealing option for anyone planning a cultural day trip to Ronda.

Coín hosts its free Málaga Cheese Market on Sunday

Food enthusiasts will find one of the weekend's main events in Coín, where the Málaga Cheese Market returns on Sunday, November 15.

The market will take place in Plaza de la Alameda from 9 am to 2.30 pm, with free entry.

Nine producers from Málaga province will showcase their artisan cheeses, including varieties made primarily from goat's and sheep's milk.

Participating producers include Quesos Montes de Málaga, Cabraline, El Arquillo, El Pastor del Torcal, El Pastor del Valle, La Hortelana, El Pinsapo, Rey Cabra and Santa María del Cerro.

Visitors will be able to discover their products, buy locally produced cheeses and learn more about the province's cheesemaking traditions.

The event is organised by the Málaga Cheese Association in collaboration with Coín Town Council.

It is a particularly appealing outing for those who enjoy food markets, local produce and discovering traditional Andalusian flavours.

Marbella opens its urban gardens for free workshops and local food

On Saturday, November 14, Marbella will host an open day at the Huerta del Prado urban gardens, located on Avenida Diego Jiménez Lima.

The Marbella Verde Urban Ecological Gardens Association has organised the event to showcase its work and introduce residents and visitors to urban agriculture.

According to the municipal programme, activities begin at 10 am, including educational workshops, demonstrations of traditional crafts and a market featuring locally produced goods.

Planned activities include composting workshops, identifying aromatic plants, planting sessions and discovering the small animals that inhabit the gardens.

There will also be demonstrations of pottery, wood carving and basket weaving, alongside stalls selling honey, olive oil, cheese, bread and preserves.

The day will begin with a Mediterranean breakfast for the first 150 visitors, according to Marbella Town Council.

It is an attractive outing for families with children and anyone interested in sustainability, organic gardening and locally produced food.

Admission is free. The tourism agenda lists the market from 10 am to 2 pm, while the municipal announcement indicates that the overall event will continue until 4 pm.

Marta Hazas and Javier Veiga bring a comedy to Fuengirola

Theatre lovers will find another notable event in Fuengirola this weekend.

On Saturday, November 14, at 8 pm, Palacio de la Paz will host Un matrimonio sin filtros, a comedy starring Marta Hazas and Javier Veiga.

The play follows a couple who decide to separate after fifteen years together.

Their problems begin when they realise that neither is willing to move out of the home they share.

From that situation, the story develops into a series of conversations, disagreements and humorous moments exploring relationships, break-ups and dependence on mobile phones.

The production uses comedy to examine situations that many couples may recognise from everyday life.

Tickets start at €15 and are available through Fuengirola Town Council's official ticketing platform.

Estepona gets into the Christmas spirit with a flamenco carol concert

Although Christmas is still more than a month away, Estepona will begin celebrating the festive season this weekend.

On Saturday, November 14, the Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos will welcome Así canta Jerez en Navidad, a Christmas flamenco production directed by Luis de Perikín.

The event forms part of Tardeo de Navidad, a festive celebration beginning at 7 pm and featuring several musical performances.

The programme includes Al Liquindoi, Juanjo Alcántara with his Navidad Flamenca show, and DJ Monchi.

The main performance, Así canta Jerez en Navidad, will begin at 11 pm.

The group is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a repertoire combining traditional Christmas carols, flamenco and new compositions inspired by the traditional Christmas music gatherings of Jerez.

It offers an opportunity to experience one of Andalusia's most distinctive festive musical traditions.

Tickets are available through Enterticket. Prices should be checked on the official booking platform.

Fancine brings fantasy and horror films to Málaga

Film enthusiasts also have an important event to look forward to in Málaga city.

The 36th Fancine Fantastic Film Festival, organised by the University of Málaga, runs from November 10 to 17, 2026, meaning its programme will be in full swing throughout the weekend.

One of the festival's principal venues is Cine Albéniz, although activities also take place in other University of Málaga buildings and cultural spaces across the city.

Fancine has become an established cultural event specialising in fantasy, horror and other films exploring alternative forms of audiovisual storytelling.

Its programme includes feature films, short films and cinema-related activities.

The 2026 edition explores a theme connected with love, interpreted through different perspectives within fantasy cinema.

For visitors looking for something beyond mainstream cinema releases, the festival offers an opportunity to discover less familiar films and filmmakers.

Screening times and ticket prices vary by session, so visitors should consult the official programme before choosing a film.

Málaga hosts the free La Malagueta Philosophy Festival

Another cultural highlight in Málaga city is the 9th La Malagueta Philosophy Festival, taking place from November 12 to 14.

This year's programme centres on the concept of failure, exploring an experience shared by people from different perspectives and backgrounds.

On Friday, November 13, at 6 pm, Jorge Freire and Diego S. Garrocho will discuss impatience and nostalgia.

Later that evening, at 7.30 pm, Laura Freixas and Javier Moscoso will examine heartbreak.

On Saturday, November 14, at 12.30 pm, Marina Garcés and Clara Serra will close the programme with a conversation about political hopes and disappointments.

The discussions will take place at Centro Cultural La Malagueta, on Paseo de Reding.

Admission is free until capacity is reached, making it one of the weekend's accessible cultural options in Málaga.

Marbella presents a free theatre production inspired by the Generation of '27

Teatro Ciudad de Marbella will host Los guardianes del verso on Saturday, November 14, at 8 pm, performed by the Jóvenes Clásicos theatre company.

The production offers an imaginative introduction to the poetry of Spain's Generation of '27.

Its protagonist is Kira, a young woman who discovers an old printing press shaped like a ship and accidentally awakens poets from the famous literary movement, who have become characters with extraordinary powers.

Through this story, the play creates an adventure in which poetry becomes a tool for understanding the world and confronting different challenges.

The production combines theatre, imagination and literary education, with an approach designed to introduce poetry to new audiences.

The performance will take place at Teatro Ciudad de Marbella, Plaza Ramón Martínez, 3.

Admission is by invitation, according to the official municipal programme.

The Sierra de Mijas Marathon brings around 700 runners to the mountains

Sport will be one of the weekend's main attractions on Saturday, November 14, when the second Sierra de Mijas Marathon takes place.

The competition is expected to attract approximately 700 participants, according to information released by Mijas Town Council.

There will be three different routes of 12, 21 and 42 kilometres, designed for runners with different levels of experience.

The courses will pass through several natural areas of the Sierra de Mijas, making the mountainous scenery one of the event's main attractions.

The race is organised by Club Polideportivo Mijas in collaboration with the town council.

Although runners must meet the event's registration requirements, it can also be an interesting occasion for spectators wishing to experience the atmosphere of a mountain-running competition.

Visitors should check the routes and organisers' instructions before travelling, particularly because access to certain paths may be restricted.

Estepona welcomes comedian Miguel Miguel for an evening of stand-up

Estepona's theatre programme will also provide entertainment on Saturday.

Comedian Miguel Miguel will perform his show ¡Acojonado! on November 14 at 8 pm, at Teatro Auditorio Felipe VI.

The comedian explores personal experiences and everyday situations that take on a different meaning as people grow older.

Reaching middle age, changes in lifestyle, memories of past difficulties and the small contradictions of modern life all feature in a performance combining humour and observation.

The show is aimed at those looking for an evening of live comedy.

Tickets can be purchased through the theatre's official website and, subject to availability, at the auditorium box office from two hours before the performance.

Málaga's Carrera de la Prensa returns on Sunday

On Sunday, November 15, the streets of Málaga will welcome another edition of the Carrera de la Prensa, organised by the Málaga Press Association.

The ninth edition of the popular running event will follow a route of approximately seven kilometres, starting near La Rosaleda stadium and finishing on Avenida de Cervantes.

The race forms part of the city's sporting calendar and aims to encourage public participation through an activity open to runners with different levels of experience.

Alongside registered competitors, family members and spectators will be able to watch the runners along parts of the route.

Anyone planning to travel through central Málaga during the event should be aware of possible temporary traffic restrictions.

Starting times and participation conditions should be checked through the event's official information.

Málaga hosts the Marcha Mamut and a sailing regatta

Saturday will also see the Marcha Mamut Málaga 2026, a non-competitive long-distance walking event.

The organisers have planned routes of 30 and 50 kilometres, aimed at participants prepared for an extended period of physical activity.

The municipal information identifies CEIP Clara Campoamor, on Avenida Imperio Argentina, 2, as the event's reference location.

The walk combines sport, endurance and time outdoors, although the distances involved require suitable physical preparation.

Meanwhile, Málaga Bay will host the fourth Theresa Zabell Sailing Trophy on November 14 and 15.

The regatta pays tribute to the Olympic champion and will bring competitive sailing to the city's coastal waters.

It offers another interesting event for sailing enthusiasts and those who wish to watch a nautical competition from permitted and safe viewing locations.

Simed property exhibition welcomes visitors to Málaga this weekend

The Mediterranean Real Estate Exhibition, Simed 2026, takes place from November 12 to 14 at Málaga's Trade Fair and Congress Centre, FYCMA.

Anyone interested in buying a home, discovering new-build developments or learning more about the property market can still visit on Friday and Saturday.

The exhibition brings together more than 200 companies and organisations, with 165 exhibitors and a selection of over 4,300 residential properties across different Spanish municipalities.

Alongside commercial stands, the event includes activities related to housing, investment and real estate market trends.

On Friday, November 13, opening hours are 9.30 am to 7 pm, while on Saturday, November 14, the exhibition opens from 10 am to 3 pm.

For members of the public, admission is free with prior registration.

The event may be useful for first-time buyers, those comparing residential developments and anyone interested in understanding current property market trends.

Estepona offers a free workshop on inclusion in the performing arts

Sunday's programme also includes a cultural activity with an important social dimension in Estepona.

On November 15, at 12 noon, Casa de Las Tejerinas, in Plaza de las Flores, will host a workshop involving the Polish theatre company TEATR21.

The company works primarily with performing arts professionals with Down syndrome and autism.

The session will encourage reflection on opportunities for people with disabilities in theatre and the importance of cultural accessibility.

It will also introduce audiences to the company's production Siete historias crueles (Seven Cruel Stories), scheduled for Monday, November 16, at Teatro Auditorio Felipe VI.

The Sunday workshop will be free and will include interpretation from Polish into Spanish.

It is an appealing alternative for visitors seeking a cultural activity combining learning, discussion and social awareness.

Málaga's museums offer a quieter cultural alternative

Beyond concerts, performances and activities with fixed schedules, Málaga city also offers temporary exhibitions throughout the weekend.

MUCAC La Coracha is presenting EÓN 5. Arquitectura para un planeta incierto, by Sandra Val, an exhibition that opened on November 10 and will remain on display until February 2027.

The exhibition explores the built environment and the relationships between architecture, landscape and imagination.

For visitors looking for a cultural outing without committing to a particular performance, a museum visit can provide a more flexible option.

It can also be combined with a walk through Málaga's historic centre and other cultural attractions.

Before visiting, check each museum's opening hours, admission conditions and any changes related to special activities.

A weekend full of things to do across Málaga and the Costa del Sol

The programme for November 13 to 15 demonstrates that entertainment options extend across many parts of Málaga province.

Ronda will celebrate university music with a free festival bringing together hundreds of performers, while Coín will host a food market dedicated to locally produced cheeses.

In Marbella, visitors can enjoy theatre and family-friendly outdoor activities. Fuengirola will present a comedy starring well-known Spanish actors, while Estepona will offer stand-up comedy, Christmas music and interactive cultural experiences.

Málaga city will host a considerable proportion of the weekend's film and cultural events through Fancine, the Philosophy Festival and Simed, alongside several sporting competitions.

With free activities, theatre tickets starting at €15 and events suitable for different ages, Málaga and the Costa del Sol are offering a weekend filled with food, music, culture, sport and entertainment.

As always, visitors should check official event websites for the latest schedules and ticket availability before travelling, particularly for outdoor activities that may be affected by weather conditions.