When will the Malaga Fair take place in 2023?
This year, the famous Malaga Fair will be held from the 12th of August to the 19th of August, with a duration of 7 days.
What to do at the Malaga Fair 2023
The Malaga Fair 2023 offers a wide variety of activities and entertainment to enjoy throughout the week of celebrations. Some of the things you can do at the fair include:
Fair by night
During the Malaga Fair 2023, the night comes alive with a wide variety of activities and entertainment at the fairgrounds and throughout the city. There will be concerts, light shows, live music, stalls with local gastronomy, attractions and much more to enjoy during the festive nights.
Daytime Fair
During the day, the Malaga Fair 2023 offers activities for all tastes. The streets of the city centre will be decorated and animated with folk music and typical dances. Visitors will be able to enjoy good food and drink in the “casetas”, take part in cultural activities and enjoy the festive atmosphere during the day.
Programme of the Malaga Fair in 2024
The programme of the Malaga Fair in 2024 includes a series of events and activities that take place throughout the week of celebrations.
Day fair in the centre of Malaga
- Plaza de la Merced: From 12 noon onwards.
- Plaza de San Pedro de Alcántara: From 13:00 to 16:00 and from 16:00 to 18:00.
- Plaza de la Constitución: From 13:00 to 16:00 and from 16:00 to 18:00.
- Uncibay Square: from 16:00 to 18:00
- Plaza Mitjana: From 15:00 to 18:00
- Plaza de Las Flores : From 15:00 to 18:00
- Plaza del Obispo : From 12:00 to 18:00 hours
- Calle Larios : From 13:00 to 16:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00
Fairgrounds
- 12:00 to 20:00: Horse ride and harnessing with official itinerary around the fairgrounds.
- 14.00: Performance in the Municipal Flamenco and Copla (popular folk music) stalls.
- 16.00 and 22.00: Event at the Equestrian Exhibition Centre.
- 22.00 Event for the little ones in the municipal children’s stand.
- 22.00 hours: Typical Malaga dance performances in the Verdiales’ stall.
- 22.30 h.: Youth performances in the Youth Esplanade with guest artists.
- 23.00: Flamenco performances in the Caseta municipal del flamenco y la copla.
- 23:00 Performances in the municipal auditorium with live concerts.
How to get to the Malaga Fair
There are several options for getting to the Feria de Málaga, depending on your location and transport preferences. Some of the most common options are
Metro
Malaga has a metro service that can be a convenient option for getting to the Fair due to the location of the stops and its frequency and night-time timetable.
Bus
Special bus services are usually provided to reach the fairgrounds and the city centre. You can use city or intercity buses operating in Malaga and on the Costa del Sol to get to the fair. It is important to check the timetables and routes of the special buses during the fair to plan your journey in advance.
Own car
If you prefer to arrive by car, you can use the roads and motorways that connect Malaga with other cities on the Costa del Sol and inland Andalusia. However, be aware that during the fair there can be traffic congestion and it can be more difficult to find parking near the fairgrounds.
Rent a car
Another option is to rent a car in Malaga and use it to get to the Feria. Yellowcar, rent a car in Malaga and during the fair, you can book a vehicle at the airport or in the city.