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Malaga International Jazz Festival 2025 (Events Programme)

by | Oct 27, 2025 | On the Costa del Sol, What's On

Malaga Jazz Festival 2025

The city of Málaga is getting ready to host the 39th edition of its International Jazz Festival, taking place from November 3 to 10, 2025, with a packed program for jazz lovers!

This year’s lineup dazzles with the quality of musicians performing at the Teatro Cervantes. Attendees will enjoy artists such as Kandace Springs, Gustavo Santaolalla, Theo Croker, Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Mammal Hands, Avishai Cohen Quintet, and Al Di Meola.

Program of the 39th Málaga International Jazz Festival

All official festival concerts will be held at Teatro Cervantes.

Tickets are already on sale, ranging from €10 to €54 (depending on the artist and seat selection). Tickets can be purchased [HERE].

Monday, November 3 – Kandace Springs
American singer and pianist Kandace Springs blends jazz, soul, and pop with unique elegance. Discovered by Prince, she’s been compared to Norah Jones and Nina Simone. Her presence in Málaga promises an intimate and sophisticated evening, featuring songs from albums like Indigo and The Women Who Raised Me.

Tuesday, November 4 – Gustavo Santaolalla
Argentine composer and two-time Oscar winner for the soundtracks of Babel and Brokeback Mountain. Santaolalla is a key figure in contemporary Latin American music, with a career spanning rock, folklore, and film music. His performance will be an emotional and cinematic experience.

Wednesday, November 5 – Theo Croker
American trumpeter and composer Theo Croker mixes traditional jazz with influences from hip-hop, funk, and electronic music. Grandson of legendary trumpeter Doc Cheatham, Croker represents the new generation of jazz with a bold and spiritual style.

Thursday, November 6 – Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers
Victor Wooten is considered one of the world’s best bassists, known for his virtuosity and creativity. Alongside his brothers, he delivers a show full of groove, improvisation, and energy. Their visit to Málaga will be a masterclass in technique and musicality.

Friday, November 7 – Cécile McLorin Salvant
Multiple Grammy Award winner, Cécile McLorin Salvant is one of the most prominent voices in contemporary vocal jazz. Her repertoire ranges from jazz classics to original compositions with strong theatrical and narrative elements. Her performance will be one of the festival’s highlights.

Saturday, November 8 – Mammal Hands
British trio combining contemporary jazz with electronic music, minimalism, and global folk influences. With an atmospheric and meditative sound, Mammal Hands offers an immersive sonic experience that has captivated European festivals.

Sunday, November 9 – Al Di Meola
Virtuoso American guitarist Al Di Meola is a legend of jazz fusion. With a career that includes collaborations with Paco de Lucía and John McLaughlin, his technique and passion for Latin music make him a global reference.

Monday, November 10 – Avishai Cohen Quintet
Israeli double bassist Avishai Cohen is known for his melodic style and fusion of jazz with Middle Eastern music. His quintet delivers sophisticated and emotional compositions with flawless execution. His concert will close the festival on a note of depth and beauty.

Additionally, on Tuesday, November 4 at 7:30 PM, there will be a concert by Altagracia at the Victoria Beer Factory. Miryam Latrece, Luis Regidor, and Lisandro Mansilla present their most intimate and personal musical proposal. Tickets cost €10, with only 60 seats available.

As in previous years, the festival will also feature parallel activities and free jazz concerts – the Open Jazz Festival – at the Curro Román Auditorium and Jerónimo Cuervo Square. Performers include El Gremio, Escandaloso Xpósito, Dani Domínguez, Carmen Lancho, and José Carra Quartet.

 

¿Are you planning on visiting the Malaga Jazz Festival? ¿Looking for accommodation? Sunset Beach Club Hotel is located just 20 minutes from Málaga city centre. With comfortable apartment-style accommodation and extensive facilities, it’s the perfect choice for a great-value weekend break… you can see more information and check availability at  www.sunsetbeachclub.com .

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