Costa del Soul: 7 Days (and nights) of the Best Northern Soul


October is ‘Soul Time’ here at Sunset Beach Club!
 

For the 17th year running, our friends at Goldsoul – well-established UK Soul event promoters – are coming back for a fun week of the best tunes, lots of dancing and, of course, sunshine!!!

This year’s ‘Costa del Soul’ event promises to be the best yet. It runs from Friday 3rd October to Saturday 11th October and featuring some of the top DJ’s from the UK playing the most fantastic Soul Music Tunes throughout the day.

Soul music lovers can enjoy their daily dose of Classic Soul tunes by the hotel’s poolside Kanaloa terrace whilst enjoying a cool jug of Sangria and working on their tans!

After a hard day by the pool, the fun continues in the Panorama Bar with some laid-back soul from 6 to 9 pm. This includes the ever-popular happy hour and the chance to catch up and watch the latest live Premier League or Champions League football matches.

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Why You Need To Visit The Málaga Fair

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!

Malaga Fair 2025

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 15th 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, after the success of last year’s unique show, promises to be even more spectacular with over 200 drones flying simultaneously through the Malaga skies.

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 16th August in the same location as last year; the Cortijo de Torres fairground. Local writer Javier Castillo will conduct the traditional ‘Pregon’ (opening speech) before the switching on of the fair lights.

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50 Fun Things to Do With Kids on the Costa del Sol

50 Fun Things to do with kids on the Costa del Sol

So you’re planning a family holiday with the kids and the Costa del Sol is top of your list… but you’re looking for some fun things to do with the little – or not-so-little – ones during your holiday.

Well, you’re going to love this post as we are going to give you a list of 50 fun activities, excursions, parks, daytrips, outdoor activities, cultural activities, water parks and some inland adventure activities you can enjoy whilst you are here. We’ve included activities and attractions all along the Coast so it doesn’t matter if you are staying in Estepona, Marbella, Fuengirola, Benalmadena or Torremolinos, you’ll find something of interest in the list.

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‘La Noche en Blanco’ in Malaga: A Cultural Festival with 150 Free Activities

‘La Noche en Blanco’ (translated, this means Sleepless Night) has established itself as one of Málaga city’s most important cultural events. On Saturday 20th May 2025 – from 8:00 pm to 01:00 am – all who visit the Costa del Sol’s capital will be treated to a fantastic selection of free cultural activities

This year’s event will feature 150 different activities spread out over more than 90 different locations throughout the city. All the activities are grouped into different categories and themes:

  • Street Performances
  • Art, Museums and Exhibitions
  • Performing Arts
  • Audiovisual Arts
  • Music & Dance
  • Nochecita en Blanco (Special activities for kids)
  • Extraordinary Visits & Activities
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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.

Malaga Carnival poster 2025
Poster for the 2024 Malaga Carnival

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.

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Ricky Lavazza’s Ultimate 50’s & 60’s Weekend in Benalmadena

Ricky Lavazza, one of Sunset Beach Club’s most popular entertainers, is putting on another edition of his special and fun-packed weekend of Rock ‘n roll and music from the 50’s & 60’s. From Friday 24th January to Monday 27th January (2025) you’ll be able to enjoy great music and activities throughout the weekend.

Ricky Lavazza Rock n Roll Weekend

After another successful event last year, this year will also feature 4 days of music and fun with all the greatest hits from the 50’s and 60’s.

Guests purchasing tickets for the whole event (including accommodation) are in for 4 days of fun with a packed activities program. It all kicks off on Friday 24th January with a welcome drink followed by Professional dance Sessions in the Sala Ronda. At 9:00pm you can enjoy the first of 4 amazing shows in the Moonlight Bar. ‘Revival live band’ will be  Ricky’s guests for the Rock n’ Roll Rewind Show playing songs from stars like Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly, Elvis, Eddie Cochran and lots more!

On Saturday 25th January, you’ll be able to enjoy dance lessons at 11.00am in Sala Ronda followed by Twisting by the pool at the Paella Party with live music at 2:00pm. (more…)