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Mijas to celebrate September with flamenco and free paella in the heart of the village

Plaza Virgen de la Peña will host a new edition of Tourist Day on 23 September, with live music, traditional food and a shuttle bus service for residents and visitors.

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Canillas de Albaida dances to the sounds of the 60s, 70s and 80s with the Fiesta de la Gramola

The ninth edition of the Fiesta de la Gramola will take place on Saturday 29 August in Plaza Nuestra Señora del Rosario, with music until dawn, prizes for the best costumes and a charity bar.

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X Estepona Fashion Week: the Orchidarium hosts four nights of design and emerging talent

From 23 to 26 September, Estepona will turn the Botanical Park-Orchidarium into a catwalk once again, with four evenings dedicated to fashion and a final showcasing eight young designers selected for EDM26.

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La Velá in Istán 2026: free concerts by candlelight with Javier Ojeda and live music across the village

Istán will host its eighth edition on 28 and 29 August, with free performances spread across squares, viewpoints and historic corners, plus a special bus service from Marbella.

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Benalmádena Pueblo steps back in time with four days of an Arab Souk, music, food and falconry

From 27 to 30 August, Benalmádena’s historic centre will be transformed with artisan stalls, taverns, children’s workshops, birds of prey, Arabic street music and Sephardic concerts.

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Little Italy Gastro Fest comes to Torremolinos: two nights of Italian food, music and trips to Rome

Plaza Paraíso at Torremolinos Bullring will turn into a large Italian-style piazza on 27 and 28 August, with fresh pasta, pizza al taglio, cocktails, live entertainment and DJ sets until late.

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VI Benalmádena Charity Walk: a sunset hike up to Cañada del Lobo for a good cause

The walk will take place on Friday 28 August from 8pm, combining hiking, nature and solidarity with donations of food and clothing, music, astronomy activities and more.

Street Fairs and Events

Comares Fair 2026: four days of verdiales, live music, tradition and celebrations in honour of San Hilario de Poitiers

The “Balcony of the Axarquía” will celebrate its annual fair from 27 to 30 August with choirs, ribbon races, a Nolasco concert, traditional verdiales and a procession dedicated to the town’s patron saint.

Street Fairs and Events

Caseta El Albero in Málaga: experience the city-centre Fair from above at Hotel Larios

Located right on Calle Larios, this distinctive Fair venue offers a more comfortable way to enjoy Málaga’s celebrations, combining privileged views, special menus and live music in the heart of the Historic Centre.

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The Champions Cheesecake arrives in Mijas: dates, opening times, prices and the cheesecakes you can try

The Las Lagunas Fairground has become a must-visit stop for cheesecake lovers until 6 September, with flavours ranging from pistachio and Kinder Bueno to piña colada, Ositos Lulú and Parmigiano Reggiano. Entry is free.

Street Fairs and Events

What to do today, Friday 21 August, at Málaga Fair 2026: Antonio Carmona, horses, verdiales and family activities

Málaga Fair enters its penultimate day with a programme running from midday in the Historic Centre until late at night at Cortijo de Torres. Antonio Carmona headlines the evening, while families can enjoy theatre, magic and children’s activities.

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La Pequeña Cuba Gastro-Cultural Festival in San Pedro Alcántara 2026

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World Wellness Weekend Marbella 2026

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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA in Málaga

Sep

Candlelight: Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in Málaga

Sep

Mijas to celebrate September with flamenco and free paella in the heart of the village

Canillas de Albaida dances to the sounds of the 60s, 70s and 80s with the Fiesta de la Gramola

X Estepona Fashion Week: the Orchidarium hosts four nights of design and emerging talent

La Velá in Istán 2026: free concerts by candlelight with Javier Ojeda and live music across the village

Benalmádena Pueblo steps back in time with four days of an Arab Souk, music, food and falconry

Little Italy Gastro Fest comes to Torremolinos: two nights of Italian food, music and trips to Rome

VI Benalmádena Charity Walk: a sunset hike up to Cañada del Lobo for a good cause

Comares Fair 2026: four days of verdiales, live music, tradition and celebrations in honour of San Hilario de Poitiers

Caseta El Albero in Málaga: experience the city-centre Fair from above at Hotel Larios

The Champions Cheesecake arrives in Mijas: dates, opening times, prices and the cheesecakes you can try

What to do today, Friday 21 August, at Málaga Fair 2026: Antonio Carmona, horses, verdiales and family activities

Marbella to Host More Than 50 Free Activities for World Wellness Weekend

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

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

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

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

La Pequeña Cuba Gastro-Cultural Festival in San Pedro Alcántara 2026

World Wellness Weekend Marbella 2026

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA in Málaga

Candlelight: Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in Málaga

3 de Corazones – Pancho Céspedes, Enrique Ramil and José Luis Jaén in Málaga