The Christmas ordinance is already in place: drinking in the street, making too much noise, or graffiti are prohibited (among many other things).

The Málaga City Council has released the traditional Christmas and New Year's announcement, in which the mayor, Francisco de la Torre, ... reminds everyone of the essential rules to preserve harmony during the holidays, which are marked by high attendance in the historic center. The document emphasizes the protection of public spaces, the responsible use of pyrotechnics, and the need to respect municipal ordinances to ensure safe celebrations.

The 2025 Christmas announcement comes with a central message: Málaga wants to experience Christmas in harmony. And that starts, as the mayor emphasizes, with respect for the city. "Graffiti, tags, and similar acts on public roads are prohibited," he reminds in the first point of the official document, a warning aimed at preserving the urban heritage during a time of special touristic interest. Only previously authorized artistic interventions will be exempt.

Controlled Pyrotechnics

Pyrotechnics are once again in the spotlight. The City Council demands strict compliance with Royal Decree 989/2015, which regulates its sale and use, and reminds of the prohibition of street vending. De la Torre makes an explicit call for "sensitivity towards those who suffer from auditory hypersensitivity or autism spectrum disorders, as well as towards domestic animals, particularly vulnerable to noise." Additionally, carrying lit fuses or using noisy materials on public roads is banned, allowing their use only in non-residential areas away from buildings or trees.

The statement also focuses on the protection and welfare of animals, appealing for responsible adoption to prevent abandonment after the Christmas campaign. This is accompanied by a prohibition of noisy activities—singing, loudspeakers, music—in public spaces, with the ability for local police to intervene and immobilize.

Consuming alcohol on the streets is also prohibited, except on licensed terraces, and the announcement reminds that minors cannot consume alcoholic beverages under any circumstances. Large events must have prior authorizations and ensure the cleaning of public spaces after their conclusion.

Regarding mobility, the City Council recommends prioritizing public transportation and limits loading and unloading in the center to the mornings of December 24 and 31. Civil Protection will deploy a special device on the busiest days, with mobile defibrillators and fixed emergency points.

The mayor concludes with a call for civic responsibility and the rejection of misinformation: "I ask the citizens to share accurate information and always resort to official sources." Because, as the announcement highlights, safe and enjoyable holidays are a shared responsibility.