This Saturday, San Pedro Alcántara will become the capital of children's rock with the 11th Battle of the Bands.

This Saturday, July 26, San Pedro Alcántara will become the capital of children's rock with the 11th Battle of the Bands. The event, which will gather more than 40 groups from 6:00 PM at the Bulevar auditorium, will feature new additions this year such as an applause meter, a 'kiss cam', and a virtual reality area. The Youth Councilor, Alejandro González, presented the event today, accompanied by the director of the Rock Factory school, Rafa Reyes, and the General Director of Commercial, Touristic, and Event Promotion of San Pedro, Rubén Sánchez. He highlighted that the festival "is a true benchmark nationally that not only showcases the talent of our youth but also promotes coexistence, culture, and family enjoyment." The councilor emphasized "the total commitment of the City Council to this project" and thanked the promoter of the initiative "for their involvement and commitment to local youth."

During the event, which is free to enter until full capacity is reached, the audience will enjoy live performances by 46 bands, mostly comprising young people aged between 8 and 18 from across the Costa del Sol, as well as parallel activities such as a virtual reality tent with musical games, a creative area managed by Arte Sonsoles, inflatable castles for the little ones, and food and drink stands with affordable prices. "It will be an unforgettable day with an artistic level that grows each year," Reyes said, explaining that the festival will be hosted by Miguel Ángel González 'Mimosín', with María Shislo energizing the backstage with interviews and live connections. The jury will consist of members from the bands Safety Last and Mutation, who will also perform live.