Plans

What to Do in Fuengirola in September 2026: Free Films, Science Talks and Exhibitions

The second half of September brings ocean documentaries, talks on space exploration, exhibitions and a charity dance show. Most events with confirmed admission details are free, while the dance performance costs €8.

Events

Goat Festival 2026 in Casabermeja: food, markets, workshops and tradition on 19 and 20 September

Casabermeja will celebrate the 17th edition of one of its most distinctive food and rural traditions this weekend, with a tapas route, local cheeses, family activities, livestock experiences and cultural visits.

Plans

Studio Ghibli returns to cinemas in Málaga: six Hayao Miyazaki films this September and October

‘Princess Mononoke’, ‘Spirited Away’ and ‘The Boy and the Heron’ are returning to the big screen in Málaga city and Fuengirola as part of a special season dedicated to the Japanese director.

Hotels

Málaga awaits the opening of the new Hotel Zenit San Telmo this September

Zenit Hotels is preparing to open its second property in Málaga, with a new hotel featuring a swimming pool, restaurant and a concept designed around both comfort and city breaks.

Restaurants

Kaito opens in Marbella: Tokyo’s ‘hand roll bar’ trend arrives on the Costa del Sol

The new Japanese restaurant on Avenida Fontanilla puts a large counter at the heart of the experience, with freshly prepared hand rolls and direct interaction between chefs and diners.

Breaking News

Winter time change in Málaga 2026: when the clocks go back and what time it happens

Málaga will switch to winter time in the early hours of Sunday, 25 October. At 3:00 am, the clocks will go back to 2:00 am, meaning the day will officially last 25 hours.

Hotels

Oakmond Marbella: the new luxury and longevity resort transforming the former Incosol hotel

The project will feature 140 rooms, 28 private residences and a specialist centre focused on preventive medicine and wellbeing. Construction is due to begin this autumn after securing €145 million in financing from Goldman Sachs Alternatives.

Breaking News

What to Do in Estepona in September 2026: Manga, Fashion, Music and Free Events

Estepona’s second half of September brings a manga festival, four evenings of fashion, live music, theatre and cultural events. Here are the upcoming plans, with confirmed dates, venues and prices.

Restaurants

Cà Maréin opens in Marbella: the new Italian restaurant on the Golden Mile

Coral Beach welcomes a new seafront dining destination with direct beach access, Mediterranean-inspired Italian cuisine, seasonal produce and several terraces overlooking the sea.

Festivals

Costa del Sol Manga Festival 2026: cosplay, video games and Japanese culture come to Estepona from 18 to 20 September

Estepona’s Conference and Exhibition Centre will host three days of cosplay competitions, gaming tournaments, cultural workshops and a large exhibitor area dedicated to manga, anime and Japanese pop culture.