The 2026 Malaga Carnival will take place from February 7th to 15th. Will you be on the Costa del Sol during those dates? Then don’t miss the colourful street celebrations in the city centre.
The Malaga Carnival is a tradition that was revived in 1982 after the Franco regime. It has become one of the most colourful and vibrant events on the Costa del Sol throughout the year, attracting more than 600,000 visitors. Here’s everything you need to know! (more…)
Honestly, spending Valentine’s Day in Malaga is a safe bet.
While the rest of Europe is still under the cold hand of winter, here in Malaga in February the almond trees are already in bloom.
Although February is usually the coldest month on the Costa del Sol, on a sunny day – which is usually the norm here – we can reach a temperature of 20ºC.
For this reason and much more that we will tell you below, Malaga is a top-quality destination to spend a few romantic days here with your partner.
If you like to celebrate this date with your partner, and whether you are a forward-thinking person who has already made plans, or if you are one of those who leave everything to the last minute, here are some attractive ideas for spending Valentine’s Day in Malaga.
There is a good deal of shopping centres in Malaga and along the Costa del Sol. Most of them have an attractive offer not only of shops, but also of leisure and restaurants.
Something to consider if you are travelling with your family to the Costa del Sol.
Most of them are covered and all have air conditioning. Therefore, they are also a good alternative to make plans during the hot summer in Malaga or on a rainy day. Some of them also have movie theatres.
Last but not least, as the Costa del Sol is a popular tourist area, these shopping centres are also open on some Sundays and public holidays. Find out which ones, below.
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Undoubtedly the most awaited day in Spain (for children) is the Three Kings Parade in Malaga on January 6. During this day, which is a bank Holiday in Spain, children finally receive their long-awaited gifts from the hand of the Three Wise Men from the East.
On the eve of Three Kings Day, in the afternoon of January 5, there is probably no child at home, since everyone is in the streets to see the crowded and colourful Three Kings Parade.
We recommend the Three Kings Parade in Malaga, which is one of the most vibrant and spectacular.
You’ll also find a list of most of the celebrations in the towns along the Costa del Sol.
Winter has officially begun. Given that the Costa del Sol is the warmest and sunniest spot in Europe, you might be surprised by this article about winter traffic fines in Malaga.
The DGT (Spanish Directorate General of Traffic) is stepping up its controls during the winter months and warning of infractions that many may not even be aware of, with fines ranging from €80 to €200. From driving a dirty car to wearing a coat: these are traffic fines that almost no one knows about, but they really do exist. We’ll tell you more below!
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You will be surprised by the wide range of music, events and activities you can enjoy during your visit to Malaga in January!
Some of the best restaurants open for dinner on New Year’s Eve in Malaga 2025/26.
Traditionally, on New Year’s Eve in Malaga you have dinner with your family, eat grapes and welcome the New Year together. Afterwards, many people usually go out into the streets to celebrate.
There are however, also many people who prefer to live this last night in a different way; either because they don’t like to cook and spend hours in the kitchen preparing dinner, or because they want to experiment New Year’s Eve in Malaga in a special way.
Again lots of music, Christmas markets and Christmas lights for this beautiful month full of illusion. And in Malaga, with radiant sunshine and excellent temperatures!
Christmas starts this weekend in Malaga with the switching on of the Christmas lights. Discover many parallel activities and Christmas markets in Malaga and the coastal towns of the Costa del Sol.
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Malaga combines the best of the Mediterranean diet, with fresh produce from its gardens and fish and seafood from the Alboran Sea.
This pleasure is brought to its maximum refinement in the hands of the chefs in 10 Michelin-starred restaurants in the province of Malaga. Namely in Marbella, Fuengirola, Ronda and Malaga.
If you want to dine divinely, stay with the following addresses of Michelin Star Restaurants in Malaga.
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