{"id":3885,"date":"2026-10-09T09:26:50","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T09:26:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/?p=3885"},"modified":"2026-10-09T13:59:19","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T13:59:19","slug":"festivals-fairs-malaga-october","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/events\/festivals-fairs-malaga-october\/","title":{"rendered":"Malaga Fairs and Festivals in October"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>October in Malaga brings village fairs, food festivals, live music and Halloween celebrations. Fuengirola and Nerja hold their annual fairs along the coast, while inland villages celebrate local food, crafts and traditions.<\/p>\n<p>Here are the dates for 2026 and what to expect at each event. If your visit starts earlier, you can also explore our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/events\/festivals-fairs-malaga-september\/\">September fairs and festivals<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3888\" src=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/welcome-october-500x250.gif\" alt=\"Welcome October\" width=\"500\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/welcome-october-500x250.gif 500w, https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/welcome-october-300x150.gif 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Fairs and traditional festivals in Malaga in October<\/h2>\n<p>These celebrations are a chance to explore the province beyond its beaches. Andalusian fairs combine music, dancing, food and fairground rides. The casetas are the fair&#8217;s bars and social venues; opening hours and admission arrangements vary between events.<\/p>\n<h3>Sopas Perotas Day in Alora<\/h3>\n<p>Alora celebrates its best-known local dish at the D\u00eda de las Sopas Perotas. Despite the name, this is a rustic bread-based dish rather than a conventional soup.<\/p>\n<p>The event includes free tastings and activities for different ages. You can combine the celebrations with a walk around the town. Read more about the food and festivities in our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/events\/perotas-soups-day-alora\/\">Sopas Perotas Day in Alora<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2894 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/espanol\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sopa-perota-alora-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional sopas perotas in Alora\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 3 October 2026.<\/p>\n<h3>Torrox Fair<\/h3>\n<p>Torrox holds its annual fair at the turn of September and October. The programme brings together concerts, local choirs, dancing, children&#8217;s activities and fairground rides.<\/p>\n<p>Plaza de la Constitucion is one of the central gathering places, with celebrations at other fair venues during the day and evening.<\/p>\n<p>See this <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/TWL2EJEGDzy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">map of Plaza de la Constitucion in Torrox<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 30 September to 4 October 2026.<\/p>\n<h3>Algatocin Fair<\/h3>\n<p>Algatocin celebrates its fair in honour of San Francisco de Asis and Nuestra Se\u00f1ora del Rosario, with music, religious celebrations and village gatherings.<\/p>\n<p>On 4 October, the village band traditionally visits residents named Francisco and Francisca, who offer drinks and local sweets in return.<\/p>\n<p>See this <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/MHex47oJvtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">map of Algatocin<\/a> to plan your journey.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 2 to 7 October 2026.<\/p>\n<h3>Fuengirola Rosario Fair<\/h3>\n<p>The Feria del Rosario honours Fuengirola&#8217;s patron saint. The fairground is the main venue for daytime and evening celebrations, with casetas, traditional dress, music and fairground rides.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/espanol\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/feria-fuengirola.jpg\" alt=\"Fuengirola Fair\" width=\"1024\" height=\"558\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The 2026 programme includes David Bustamante, Antonio Jose and Marta Sanchez at the Palacio de la Paz, alongside flamenco, children&#8217;s entertainment and DJ sessions. Some performances require a ticket; others are free.<\/p>\n<p>There are also activities in Plaza de la Constitucion. For transport information, see our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/malaga-airport\/directions\/malaga-to-fuengirola.php\">getting to Fuengirola from Malaga Airport<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 6 to 12 October 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Programme:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fuengirola.es\/programa-feria-del-rosario-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official Fuengirola Fair programme<\/a> (in Spanish).<\/p>\n<h3>Yunquera Fair<\/h3>\n<p>Yunquera&#8217;s fair honours the Virgen del Rosario and San Sebastian. Its origins are linked to the grape harvest and the return of seasonal workers from Cadiz.<\/p>\n<p>The programme includes concerts, flamenco, horse events, processions and children&#8217;s activities. Local food and wine provide another reason to explore this village in the Sierra de las Nieves.<\/p>\n<p>See this <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/U9oiPSWy2fJ2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">map of Yunquera<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 2 to 7 October 2026. An additional livestock gathering takes place at the Los Arbolitos sports complex on 10 October.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Programme:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yunquera.es\/feria-de-yunquera-2026-programacion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official Yunquera Fair programme<\/a> (in Spanish).<\/p>\n<h3>Nerja Fair<\/h3>\n<p>Nerja&#8217;s fair honours the Virgen de las Angustias and San Miguel Arcangel. It is separate from the celebrations in nearby Maro.<\/p>\n<p>Free concerts in Plaza de Espa\u00f1a include M\u00e4go de Oz on 9 October, Chambao on 10 October and El Arrebato on 11 October. The patron saints&#8217; procession is on 10 October.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3788\" src=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/espanol\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/feria-nerja-500x283.jpg\" alt=\"Nerja Fair\" width=\"500\" height=\"283\" \/><\/p>\n<p>See our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/malaga-airport\/directions\/malaga-to-nerja.php\">getting to Nerja from Malaga Airport<\/a>. For background to the region&#8217;s musical traditions, read about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/andalucia\/flamenco-andalusian-folklore\/\">flamenco and Andalusian folklore<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 8 to 12 October 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Programme:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nerja.es\/nerja-se-prepara-para-vivir-su-feria-del-8-al-12-de-octubre\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official Nerja Fair announcement<\/a> (in Spanish).<\/p>\n<h3>Ojen Fair<\/h3>\n<p>Ojen&#8217;s fair combines concerts, dancing, children&#8217;s activities and celebrations in honour of San Dionisio and Nuestra Se\u00f1ora del Pilar.<\/p>\n<p>The opening celebrations take place on 8 October, followed by the San Dionisio festivities on 9 October. The 2026 concerts include La Guardia on 11 October and La Hungara on 12 October.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3793 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/espanol\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/feria-ojen.jpg\" alt=\"Ojen Fair\" width=\"465\" height=\"264\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 8 to 12 October 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More information:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ojen.es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ojen Town Hall<\/a> (in Spanish).<\/p>\n<h3>Fiesta del Monfi in Cutar<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3790 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/espanol\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/fiesta-monfi-cutar-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Fiesta del Monfi in Cutar\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Fiesta del Monfi explores Cutar&#8217;s Andalusi and Morisco heritage through a themed market, workshops, music and traditional food.<\/p>\n<p>The village streets become an Andalusi-style souk, with craft demonstrations, performances and family activities. The festival commemorates the monfies, Morisco rebels associated with resistance in the mountains of the former Kingdom of Granada during the 16th and 17th centuries.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 2 to 4 October 2026.<\/p>\n<h3>Villanueva de Tapia Cattle Fair<\/h3>\n<p>The Real Feria de Ganado brings together livestock displays, rural traditions and local products. Its origins date back to 1869, when the village&#8217;s position between Malaga, Granada and Cordoba made it a meeting point for livestock traders.<\/p>\n<p>The 2026 programme includes cultural activities and a historical re-enactment on 12 October.<\/p>\n<p>See this <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/Mc4DBtyJJWx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">map of Villanueva de Tapia<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 10 to 12 October 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More information:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villanuevadetapia.es\/10030\/real-feria-de-ganado\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Real Feria de Ganado<\/a> (in Spanish).<\/p>\n<h3>Fiesta en el Aire in Arriate<\/h3>\n<p>For three days, Arriate&#8217;s streets become an open-air setting for music, art, craft stalls and local food. Decorations made by residents give the festival much of its character.<\/p>\n<p>The programme includes children&#8217;s games and street performances. Medina Azahara, No Me Pises Que Llevo Chanclas and Kiko Veneno are among the announced musical acts.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3794 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/espanol\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/arriate-500x110.jpg\" alt=\"Arriate\" width=\"500\" height=\"110\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Arriate is close to Ronda, so you can combine the festival with a visit to the area. If you are driving, check parking arrangements before entering the village.<\/p>\n<p>See the <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/uvf5B2mUSNt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">map of Arriate<\/a> and our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/events\/open-air-festival-arriate\/\">Fiesta en el Aire<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 9 to 11 October 2026.<\/p>\n<h3>San Pedro Alcantara Fair<\/h3>\n<p>San Pedro Alcantara celebrates its annual fair around its patron saint&#8217;s day on 19 October. The La Caridad fairground is the main venue.<\/p>\n<p>The celebrations combine daytime and evening entertainment, casetas, music, traditional festivities and family activities. The official programme lists individual venues and performance times.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3796 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/espanol\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/feria-san-pedro-alcantara-500x221.jpg\" alt=\"San Pedro Alcantara Fair\" width=\"500\" height=\"221\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 13 to 19 October 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More information:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marbella.es\/agenda\/san-pedro-alcantara\/feria-y-fiestas-de-san-pedro-alcantara.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official San Pedro Alcantara Fair listing<\/a> (in Spanish).<\/p>\n<h3>Yunquera Wine and Chestnut Fair<\/h3>\n<p>Yunquera returns to the festive calendar later in October with its Feria del Vino y la Casta\u00f1a. The celebration focuses on local wine, chestnuts, food and crafts.<\/p>\n<p>The artisan and food market is an opportunity to meet local producers and discover seasonal products. The fair has been recognised by the provincial authorities for its tourism value.<\/p>\n<p>Use this <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/BcRkyYvrjvo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">map of Yunquera<\/a> to plan your route.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 24 and 25 October 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More information:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yunquera.es\/puestos-feria-vino-castana-yunquera-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official announcement of the 2026 Wine and Chestnut Fair<\/a> (in Spanish).<\/p>\n<h2>Exhibitions and cinema in Malaga in October<\/h2>\n<h3>The Legend of the Titanic<\/h3>\n<p>This immersive exhibition combines original White Star Line objects, virtual reality and 360\u00b0 projections to explore the ship&#8217;s history and life on board.<\/p>\n<p>The indoor visit takes around 80 minutes, with content available in English and Spanish.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 8 October 2026 to 5 January 2027.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Espacio Sohrlin, Calle Almonte 6, Malaga.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More information:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/malaga.madridartesdigitales.com\/en\/exhibitions\/the-legend-of-the-titanic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official Titanic exhibition website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Malaga French Film Festival<\/h3>\n<p>The 32nd French Film Festival brings French-language previews, documentaries and short films to Malaga, alongside cultural activities.<\/p>\n<p>Screenings are in the original language with Spanish subtitles. Check the language information for individual films if you do not speak French or Spanish.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 16 to 23 October 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Programme:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/festivalfrancesmalaga.es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Official French Film Festival website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Halloween in Malaga<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-2917\" src=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/espanol\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/costume-halloween-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween costume\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Halloween falls on Saturday 31 October in 2026. Celebrations across the province range from children&#8217;s activities and costume events to late-night parties for adults.<\/p>\n<p>Some events take place on neighbouring dates. Sala Paris 15 hosts the Fiebre Club Halloween party on 30 October, with doors opening at 23:59. Admission is restricted to adults aged 18 and over.<\/p>\n<p>See our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/events\/halloween-malaga\/\">Halloween in Malaga<\/a> for further ideas. Check the date, age restrictions and admission arrangements for your chosen event.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 31 October 2026, with some events on neighbouring dates.<\/p>\n<h2>Another autumn celebration: Pujerra Chestnut Festival<\/h2>\n<p>Pujerra&#8217;s chestnut festival is another event to consider around the change from October to November. Chestnuts are central to the village&#8217;s autumn celebrations, with local dishes and music.<\/p>\n<p>The date and programme for 2026 have not been confirmed in this guide. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pujerra.es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pujerra Town Hall website<\/a> before planning a visit specifically for the festival.<\/p>\n<h2>Getting around and planning your visit<\/h2>\n<p>Choose events that fit the area where you are staying. Coastal fairs are easy to combine with a seaside holiday, while inland festivals offer a reason to explore the villages.<\/p>\n<p>A car can make village visits easier, particularly if you plan to stay for evening performances. If you prefer public transport, check both the outward and return services before setting off. Allow time to find parking outside streets closed for the celebrations.<\/p>\n<p>Spain&#8217;s national holiday falls on 12 October, which may affect opening hours and transport timetables.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>October in Malaga brings us a large number of fairs and festivals. The province has much more to offer beyond the summer months, as we proved with the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/costa-del-sol\/culture-309\/\">recommended activities in September<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Join us to discover what you can do during October in Malaga.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3888\" src=\"http:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/welcome-october-500x250.gif\" alt=\"Festivals and Fairs in October\" width=\"500\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/welcome-october-500x250.gif 500w, https:\/\/www.malagaweb.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/welcome-october-300x150.gif 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6738,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2},"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[128],"tags":[38,49,60,14,40,15,203,184,74],"class_list":["post-3885","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-events","tag-malaga-activities","tag-fairs-and-festivals","tag-fuengirola","tag-malaga","tag-marbella","tag-nerja","tag-october","tag-torrox","tag-white-villages"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Malaga Fairs and Festivals in October - Activities to do in Autumn<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"October in Malaga brings us a large number of fairs and festivals. 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