The 101 Music Festival celebrates a new edition with Luis Fonsi, El Kanka, and Coque Malla, among others.

Luis Fonsi, Cruz Cafuné, El Kanka, Coque Malla, Pastora Soler, Sara Baras, Ara Malikian, and Siempre Así will headline the fifth edition of the 101 Music Festival Costa del Sol, which kicks off this summer from June 27 to July 25 at the La Malagueta bullring. With an eclectic lineup appealing to all audiences, this year's event brings together artists from genres such as pop, flamenco, urban music, and rock, in line with the festival's open and inclusive character.

This was announced by the president of the Provincial Council, Francisco Salado, alongside the CEO of Grupo Mundo, Juan Antonio Rodríguez, the Communication Manager of Grupo Mundo, Francisco Núñez, and Marisa Martín and Andrés Olivares, representatives of the Cudeca and Olivares foundations.

Names like Cruz Cafuné, the most recognized artist of the urban scene in Spain, will open the series on June 27, with tickets nearly sold out. Siempre Así, celebrating 30 years of their album 'Mahareta', their most iconic record, on July 4. The dancer, along with her company, will pay tribute to Paco de Lucía on the stage of the bullring on July 11, and the charismatic Coque Malla accompanied by great guest artists will celebrate his '40th Anniversary Tour' on July 12 in the ring of La Malagueta.

The lineup is completed with other top-tier artists like El Kanka, one of the most beloved Malaga artists both in Spain and Latin America, on July 18; international violinist Ara Malikian with his new show 'Intruder' on July 19, a journey showcasing the richness of his multicultural identity; on July 24, the Malaga bullring will host one of the most acclaimed international artists of Latin pop: Luis Fonsi; and Pastora Soler, on July 25, who will put the finishing touch to the edition, celebrating her 30 years on stage.

Francisco Salado, president of the Provincial Council of Málaga, highlighted that "this festival is a symbol of the Malaga summer, combining culture, international projection, and above all solidarity."

"I am sure that this festival, which is gaining more and more followers, will once again be a focal point for tourism, attracting visitors from other parts of Andalusia, given the quality of this lineup with renowned international artists," he added.

For his part, Francisco Núñez, Communication Manager of Grupo Mundo, the festival organizer, stated that "celebrating five editions with national and international artists and with a Malaga seal is a reason for great satisfaction. We are going to continue growing with this identity and with a production carefully detailed. Besides the show, we want the festival to continue being a driver of social impact. The collaboration with Cudeca and Olivares is an essential part of our DNA."

SOLIDARITY TO THE RHYTHM OF MUSIC

As in previous editions, the festival maintains its charitable spirit, donating one euro from each ticket to the Malaga foundations Cudeca and Olivares. Additionally, both entities will again have a 'merchandising' stand during the concerts and will see their projects promoted in the festival campaigns.

Thanks to this social commitment, previous editions of the festival have been able to fund more than 1,500 therapeutic sessions for patients of the Olivares Foundation, distributed in 380 physiotherapy sessions, 276 psychology sessions, and 861 sessions of the 'We are by your side' program. Moreover, the collaboration has supported more than 350 people (including patients, family members, and caregivers) of the Cudeca Foundation, through the provision of 2,100 hospital meals, care for 70 hospitalized patients, and the conduct of 140 psychological support sessions.

A FESTIVAL WITH A SOCIAL HEART

Representatives of the foundations have agreed in highlighting the social commitment of the festival. Marisa Martín, from Cudeca, emphasized that "the 101 Music Festival Costa del Sol shows that music can also be a bridge for solidarity; each ticket sold not only allows enjoying a great concert but also contributes to improving the lives of patients and families in Malaga."

For his part, Andrés Olivares, president of the Olivares Foundation, highlighted that "having culture and solidarity walk together in a festival like this is an example of how events can have a social heart," and thanked for the continued support that "allows to continue offering essential therapies and programs for our children and their families."

ECONOMIC IMPACT

The 101 Music Festival Costa del Sol not only enriches the cultural offer of the province of Malaga but also leaves a significant economic and social footprint. With 35 concerts and more than 150,000 attendees (half of them from other provinces), the festival directly boosts the accommodation sector, hospitality, local trade, and tourism throughout the Costa del Sol.

Lastly, one of the distinctive features of the festival is its firm commitment to local talent. Since its inception, it has featured the presence of notable Malaga artists such as Pablo López, María Peláe, or Ana Mena, a tradition that continues this year with the participation of El Kanka.

Recognized among the best festivals in Spain The media impact of the event has also been significant: in its last edition, the festival generated more than 18 million impressions and accumulated more than 200 mentions in the media. Moreover, it has been recognized among the top 10 cycle festivals in Spain in the Live Music Yearbook 2025, prepared by the Association of Music Promoters (APM).

This 2025, the 101 Music Festival will once again gather some of the best national and international artists, establishing itself as a must-attend event in the cultural agenda of the Costa del Sol. The festival is organized by the Malaga company Grupo Mundo, with over 70 years of experience in producing major events across the country, has the support of the Provincial Council of Malaga, 101 TV as a 'media partner', and other sponsors. Tickets, starting at 33 euros, are now available at malagaentradas.com and at the El Corte Inglés network.