Andalusia is synonymous with joy, tradition and celebration. And if there is one province that celebrates this intensely throughout the year, it is Malaga. From large urban fairs to patron saint festivals in charming villages, 2025 is shaping up to be a year full of events that invite you to enjoy Andalusian popular culture.
In this guide, we tell you about the main fairs in Malaga, how to get there by car and what you can do at each one. If you are thinking of visiting the province, renting a car with Yellowcar will be your best ally for experiencing each fair like a local… or even better.
Why visit Malaga’s fairs by car?
The best festivals in the province are not always in the cities. Many of the most authentic and colourful fairs are held in inland villages that are difficult to reach by public transport. Hiring a car allows you to move around freely, explore at your own pace and enjoy the festive atmosphere without geographical limits.
What’s more, with multiple pick-up and drop-off offices, Yellowcar makes it easy for you to adapt your route to the holiday calendar.
Malaga Fair (August)
The August Fair in Malaga city is the most important in the province and one of the most popular in Andalusia. It combines marquees, concerts, traditional costumes, fireworks and lots of fun both in the historic centre and at the Cortijo de Torres fairground.
What to do:
You can dance sevillanas in the large number available at the Real, try the typical sweet wine from Malaga and enjoy free outdoor concerts.
How to get there:
With your own car or a hire car, you can avoid the crowds on public transport and travel comfortably between the city centre and the exhibition grounds.
Antequera Fair (August)
One of the most traditional fairs in the north-eastern region of Malaga. It is notable for its equestrian competitions, horse parades and family atmosphere.
What to do:
You can watch dressage exhibitions, eat at different traditional food stalls, and stroll through the historic centre of the city.
Tip from Yellowcar:
Visit El Torcal before or after the fair. It is only a 15-minute drive away and is one of the most impressive karst landscapes in Europe.
Grape Harvest Festival in Manilva (September)
Although it is not a typical fair, this celebration of muscatel wine is one of the most special events on the Malaga calendar. Grapes, flamenco and wine-making tradition come together in the streets of the village.
What to do:
You can watch traditional grape treading, sample different local wines and enjoy live flamenco music.
How to get there:
Manilva is well connected by road. If you have a car, you can also take the opportunity to visit Casares or Estepona.
Ronda Fair (first week of September)
Known as the Pedro Romero Fair, it is one of the most elegant and bullfighting-oriented fairs in the province. It combines flamenco, bullfighting and Andalusian tradition with a unique monumental setting.
What to do:
You can attend the Corrida Goyesca (with period costumes), visit the oldest bullring in Spain, and enjoy tapas in its beautifully decorated streets.
You can attend the Corrida Goyesca (with period costumes), visit the oldest bullring in Spain, and enjoy tapas in its beautifully decorated streets.
- Vélez-Málaga Fair (July): youthful atmosphere, concerts and sporting events.
- Alhaurín el Grande Fair (May): very popular among locals, with great neighbourhood participation.
- Coín Fair (August): agricultural traditions and excellent cuisine.
- Torrox Fair (October): one of the last major fairs of the year.
With a hire car, you can link several of them together and enjoy a real festive tour of the province.
Tips for enjoying the 2025 fairs in Malaga
- Check the calendar: many fairs change their dates slightly each year.
- Stay nearby if you plan to drink alcohol, or consider sleeping in the village after the party.
- Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes: the atmosphere is lively from daytime until the early hours of the morning.
- Respect local traditions: each fair has its own customs and way of celebrating.
The fairs in Malaga are a unique opportunity to connect with the most authentic Andalusian culture. Whether it’s the bustling fair in the capital or a small white village, each festival has its own personality, flavour and rhythm. And you can discover them all by road, without having to depend on timetables or fixed routes.
With Yellowcar, your festive route through Malaga 2025 begins wherever you want… and ends with a smile and a thousand memories.