More than thirty entries will be showcased at La Malagueta in the Málaga Fair 2025 competition.

The Enganches competition-exhibition at the Feria de Málaga is returning, one of the most deeply-rooted traditions of the capital's festivities, which in 2025 will celebrate its 24th edition with more than thirty participants. The event, organized by the City Council, will be held on Friday, August 8 at 8:00 PM at the La Malagueta bullring, where classic carriages and costumes can be seen, as well as enjoying the skill and mastery of the coachmen.

The honorary godfather of the competition will be Jorge González, the director of AC Hotel by Marriott Málaga Palacio, for his connection and support to the city's traditions, as highlighted by the City Council. Entry to the event is free until full capacity is reached.

The councilwoman for Festivities, Teresa Porras, along with the director of Bullfighting Affairs of the Málaga Provincial Council, Borja Ortiz; the president of the Malacitano Harness Club, Mercedes Caparrós; and the director of AC Hotel by Marriott Málaga Palacio, Jorge González, have presented this year's event.

The participants, more than thirty carriages, come not only from the province of Málaga but also from other Andalusian provinces and the country. Thus, there will be harnesses from Málaga, Sevilla, Córdoba, Jerez, Granada, or Santander, among others.

The categories in which they compete include: limonera, tronco, tresillo, cuartas, media potencia, or pony harness, showcasing carriages of great value, with calesera and English-style harnesses.

The jury is composed of a series of experts in equestrian tradition, who will evaluate aspects such as the historical preservation of the carriage, the elegance of the horses, and the correct execution in guiding the carriage. Regarding the costume contest, the jury will consist of Jesús Segado and María del Carmen Baeza.

Lastly, awards will be given in different categories, in addition to special distinctions, such as Best Local Coachman, Best Foreign Coachman, Best Harness in Calesera Style, the trophy for Young Talents, or the trophy for Champion of Champions, among other recognitions.

Schedule of the horsemen at the Feria de Málaga

The new ordinance also includes the official schedule in which horses and harnesses can parade through the Real: starting at 12:00, and ending at 19:30. By 20:00, they should no longer be parading through this area and it should be clean.

The ordinance also covers the development of the parade (at a walk or trot), unauthorized vehicles (such as those motorized and transformed), the attire of horsemen and coachmen, as well as their compliance with the current animal welfare regulations.

Applications to enter the Real on horse or carriage are open until August 23. Here is information on how to apply for the permit.