From Thursday 27th August to Sunday 30th August 2026, Benalmádena Pueblo (the old town) will host the latest edition of its Arabian Market (Zoco), an event which, once again, returns to the town’s summer cultural programme.
The Arabian Market will be spread out throughout various locations, running from Calle Real to Plaza de Andalucia and Plaza Santa Cruz. Aimed to promote the town’s beauty and charm, the town hall hopes this unique event will once again attract tourists from all over the Coast.
Next week (from the 12th to the 16th August) is ‘Feria’ week here in Benalmadena with the ‘Pueblo’ (Old Town) celebrating festivities in honour of their patron, the Virgen de la Cruz.
Obviously, this is a very traditional event and many of the activities and events organised for the week may not appeal to many of our guests; however, we’ve put together a short list of what we feel are some of the highlights of the fair and that you might enjoy. Here goes…
Next weekend sees the start of the Costa del Sol’s largest and most popular fair, the Malaga Fair or Feria de Málaga as it’s referred to here!
If you haven’t been before, we highly recommend you do so! Get ready for 8 days of fun and entertainment as the city welcomes thousands of visitors from all over Spain for what has become the most popular summer fair in Andalucía and one of the most popular festivities in Spain.
The fair starts on Friday 14th August with a Historical Parade through the streets of the old town at 8:00pm. At 11:50 p.m., you’ll be able to enjoy a special Drone light show, which, following last year’s success, promises to be even more spectacular, with over 200 drones flying simultaneously through the skies of Malaga.
From midnight, you get to watch the spectacular pyro-musical and fireworks display from the cruise terminal access area in Malaga Port. Lasting 20 minutes and using more than 500 kilos of gunpowder, it’s a show you won’t want to miss!
The fair’s official opening takes place on Saturday 15th August in the same location as last year; the Cortijo de Torres fairground. Malaga CF coach Juan Francisco Funes Arjona will conduct the traditional ‘Pregon’ (opening speech) before the switching on of the fair lights.
The ‘Virgen del Carmen‘ celebrations take place in Benalmadena Marina from next Thursday 16th July, 2026.
The Benalmadena town hall has prepared various events which will take place on Thursday 16th, Friday 17th and Saturday 18th July, including a wonderful procession through the streets of Benalmádena Costa in which the fishermen will carry their ‘Stella Maris’ to the Marina. She’ll be lifted aboard a boat and paraded along the Benalmadena coastline (weather permitting).
If you’ve got some good binoculars, a great place to watch this is from the terrace in our Panorama Bar here at Sunset Beach Club or from the promenade just in front of the hotel. (more…)
The San Juan Fair in Arroyo de la Miel is back again this year with a full programme of events which kicks off on Tuesday, 23rd June!
This year, we’ll be able to enjoy the amazing fireworks display on San Juan night (23rd June) as well as the traditional bonfires along the beaches. The popular ‘Casetas’ are back in the main fairground every night, as are all the fairground attractions and live music concerts. The day fair will also provide hours of entertainment with live music and dancing featuring local artists.
Benalmádena is getting ready to host its popular ‘Feria del Marisco’ (Seafood Fair) from the 28th May to the 32st May. This year the event is changing location and moving from the Marina to Plaza Adolfo Suarez. All who visit Benalmadena this weekend will be able to sample some of the most delicious seafood at bargain prices!
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