Benalmádena Town Villagers Interpret “The Passion of Christ”
The town of Benalmádena celebrates Holy Week with its traditional interpretation of “The Passion of Christ” (referred to as ‘El Paso’).
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Fuengirola’s Feria Internacional de los Paises: 5 Days of Culture, Music and Gastronomy
Fuengirola’s main fairground is ready to host the ever-popular ‘Feria Internacional de los Paises’ (International People’s Fair), a multicultural event where visitors can experience the rich cultural diversity the city has to offer.
Just a quick heads up… a few years ago the fair changed its name from ‘Feria Internacional de los Pueblos’ to ‘Feria Internacional de los Paises’ (International Countries Fair). That being said, the logo and unifying spirit of the fair remain the same.
This year the Fair will last 5 days from Wednesday 30th April to Sunday 4th May 2025.
(more…)8 of the Most Popular Easter Processions in Malaga
With just a couple of weeks to go until the start of its famous ‘Semana Santa’ (Holy Week) – From 13th April to 20th March 2025 – the city of Malaga is gearing itself up to welcome thousands of visitors who every year line its streets to watch the breathtaking processions.
It’s a unique spectacle that all visitors to the Costa del Sol should experience at least once. The sight of the gigantic thrones (known as Tronos) being carried by over 200 men and the colourful costumes worn by members of the brotherhoods, the smell of fresh flowers and burning incense, the sound of music and crowds cheering and singing… truly memorable! (more…)
Holy Week Processions in Malaga: A Must-See During Your Easter Holiday
If you’re planning a holiday to the Costa del Sol for Easter this year (Holy week is from the 13th April until the 20th April), we highly recommend you take at least a day to explore the wonders of this fantastic festivity; you won’t regret it.
The ‘Semana Santa de Málaga’ (Malaga Holy Week) is famous for its impressive processions in which the ‘cofradías’ (brotherhoods) proudly parade their ‘Tronos’ (Thrones) through the streets of the city as the expectant crowds cheer, sing and applaud to the sound of the unmistakable music played by the marching bands. (more…)
Carnival ‘Madness’ in Malaga (and the rest of the Costa del Sol)
Carnival Season is well underway and most towns and cities on the Costa del Sol (Including Benalmadena) are submersed in fun programs to celebrate this colourful festivity.
Although the Carnival is celebrated all over Andalucia—the Cadiz Carnival is probably the most famous—for this article, we’ll focus on the Málaga Carnival. Only 25 minutes from our hotel and easily accessible, it’s a ‘must visit’ if you’re planning a trip to the Costa del Sol in February.
We’re lucky enough to enjoy mild winters. This luxury allows the city of Málaga to live one of its most colourful, multicultural and spontaneous festivities of the year: The Carnival.
(more…)It’s Carnival Time in Benalmádena!
It’s Carnival time in Benalmadena!
This traditional festivity of colourful fun, singing and dancing which starts on the 10th February 2025, and goes on until Sunday 23rd February 2025, offers local residents and visitors a full events programme with activities and entertainment to suit all ages.
The fun-packed programme takes place in Benalmadena Pueblo and in Arroyo de la Miel; however, to save you the hassle of deciding what to see, we’ve taken the liberty of putting together a few suggestions…
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