{"id":1107997,"date":"2026-02-02T20:32:25","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T17:32:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/?p=1107997"},"modified":"2026-02-03T15:34:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T12:34:31","slug":"malaga-carnival-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/malaga-carnival-2026","title":{"rendered":"M\u00e1laga Carnival 2026: Dates &#038; Costa del Sol City Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Malaga Carnival 2026 will bring together street parades, costume contests, kids\u2019 events, and evening gala shows across the main cities of the Costa del Sol. The most packed program is in <strong>Malaga<\/strong> (street events peak on 7\u201315 February). Other standout dates include <strong>Estepona<\/strong> (7\u20138 February), <strong>Nerja<\/strong> (12\u201315 February), <strong>Ronda<\/strong> (14\u201322 February), <strong>Marbella<\/strong> (7\u201322 February), plus the <strong>Gala Drag Queen<\/strong> in Torremolinos (21 February 2026).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Who it\u2019s for:<\/strong> families with children, fans of street festivals, and anyone who wants to combine a celebration with a seaside weekend.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Steps:<\/strong> pick a city and dates \u2013 book accommodation \u2013 check the official program and tickets \u2013 plan transport.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Timing:<\/strong> the main wave of events is February 2026 (city-by-city details below).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cost:<\/strong> street events are often free; some gala shows\/theatre evenings require tickets (from \u20ac5).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Risks:<\/strong> programs may change and events can be rescheduled due to weather \u2013 always double-check sources before you travel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 18px; background: #51A300; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 12px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;\" href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/service\/find-property-in-spain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Request a selection<\/a> <b><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 18px; background: #CF8025; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 12px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;\" href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/sale\/costa-del-sol\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> View the catalogue<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"toc\">\n<p><strong>Contents<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#overview-costa-del-sol-carnival\">Carnival on the Costa del Sol: overview and where the biggest events happen<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#calendar-costa-del-sol-2026\">Costa del Sol Carnival calendar 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#malaga-carnival-2026\">Malaga Carnival: full program 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#marbella-carnival-2026\">Marbella Carnival 2026 and nearby towns<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#san-pedro-carnival-2026\">San Pedro de Alcantara Carnival 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#nueva-andalucia-carnival-2026\">Nueva Andalucia Carnival 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#estepona-carnival-2026\">Estepona Carnival 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#torremolinos-carnival-2026\">Torremolinos Carnival + Gala Drag Queen 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#benalmadena-carnival-2026\">Benalmadena Carnival 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#fuengirola-carnival\">Fuengirola Carnival<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#nerja-carnival-2026\">Nerja Carnival 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#ronda-carnival-2026\">Ronda Carnival 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tolox-carnival\">Tolox Carnival: \u201cDay of the Powders\u201d<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#cta-live-near-events\">Want to live close to the main events?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq-malaga-carnival\">Malaga Carnival FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Carnival on the Costa del Sol is not a single day, but a whole series of events: street parades, costume contests, performances by carnival groups (chirigotas and comparsas), ceremonial openings (<i>pregon<\/i>), family activities, and evening gala shows. Below are quick \u043e\u0440\u0438\u0435\u043d\u0442\u0438\u0440\u044b for the region\u2019s most popular cities and the programs where they\u2019ve already been published.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><small>Note:<\/small><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em><small>\u2013 Chirigotas (Sp. chirigotas) are satirical musical groups and a signature feature of Spanish carnivals.<\/small><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><small>\u2013 Comparsas (Sp. comparsas) are choreographed carnival groups performing in bright costumes.<\/small><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><small>\u2013 Pregon (Sp. pregon) is the ceremonial proclamation that officially opens the festivities.<\/small><\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>If you\u2019re choosing a city to live in or spend the winter, this guide is useful: <a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/life-in-spain\/costa-del-sol-spain\">Costa del Sol: a complete overview of the region<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"overview-costa-del-sol-carnival\">Carnival on the Costa del Sol: overview and where the biggest events happen<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Malaga<\/b> \u2013 the highest concentration of street events, several stages in the historic center, and final traditions (including \u201cEntierro del Boqueron\u201d).<\/li>\n<li><b>Marbella<\/b> \u2013 carnival group competitions and a gala concert, often with charity fundraising.<\/li>\n<li><b>Estepona<\/b> \u2013 a compact weekend format: performances, costume contests, a kids\u2019 block, and \u201cEntierro de la Sardina\u201d.<\/li>\n<li><b>Nerja<\/b> \u2013 carnival competitions and a lively atmosphere in a smaller seaside town.<\/li>\n<li><b>Tolox<\/b> \u2013 the unusual \u201cDay of the Powders\u201d (Dia de los Polvos), worth a separate trip.<\/li>\n<li><b>Ronda<\/b> \u2013 carnival with local food events, a parade (cabalgata), and \u201cQuema del Muneco\u201d.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"calendar-costa-del-sol-2026\">Costa del Sol Carnival calendar 2026<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>City<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Dates (2026)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Key events<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Malaga<\/td>\n<td>31.01\u201315.02<\/td>\n<td>Pregon, election of Dios Momo\/Diosa, Gran Desfile, Gala Drag, Dia del Disfraz, Entierro del Boqueron<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Marbella<\/td>\n<td>07.02\u201322.02<\/td>\n<td>Gala del Pregon, parades, contests<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>San Pedro de Alcantara<\/td>\n<td>13.02\u201315.02<\/td>\n<td>Weekend city carnival events<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Estepona<\/td>\n<td>07.02\u201308.02<\/td>\n<td>Gala Drag Queen, costume contest, children\u2019s fiesta, parades, and Entierro de la Sardina<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Torremolinos<\/td>\n<td>21.02<\/td>\n<td>Gala Drag Queen 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Benalmadena<\/td>\n<td>2.02\u201315.02<\/td>\n<td>Kids\u2019 events, contests, parades<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fuengirola<\/td>\n<td>program not published yet<\/td>\n<td>Parades and costume contests<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Nerja<\/td>\n<td>12.05\u201315.05<\/td>\n<td>Kids\u2019 celebrations, parades, Entierro del Chanquete<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ronda<\/td>\n<td>14.02\u201322.02<\/td>\n<td>Pregon and gala concert, Migas Populares, Cabalgata, Quema del Muneco<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tolox<\/td>\n<td>17.02<\/td>\n<td>Dia de los Polvos (\u201cDay of the Powders\u201d) \u2013 \u201cpowder\u201d carnival<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 id=\"malaga-carnival-2026\">Malaga Carnival (city): full program 2026<\/h2>\n<p>Malaga Carnival 2026 has already started in late January. The program opened with the first preliminary stage of the city\u2019s official carnival groups competition \u2013 COAC (Concurso Oficial de Agrupaciones de Carnaval). Semi-finals take place in the first week of February. Beyond the competition, other activities are planned in the coming weeks: district carnival events, the main carnival parade, the Drag Queen gala, and traditional ceremonial openings (pregones). By tradition, the celebration ends with the \u201cburial of the anchovy\u201d \u2013 Entierro del Boqueron.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1121712 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/malaga_carnaval_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/malaga_carnaval_2.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/malaga_carnaval_2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/malaga_carnaval_2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/malaga_carnaval_2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/malaga_carnaval_2-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>COAC Malaga 2026<\/h3>\n<p>About 50 carnival groups will take part in COAC Malaga 2026. Preliminary performances started on 23 January, semi-finals take place in the first week of February, and the Grand Final is on 6 February.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>23\u201330 January<\/b> \u2013 COAC 2026 preliminary rounds at <b>ESAD<\/b>, start <b>at 20:00<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>1\u20134 February<\/b> \u2013 semi-finals at <b>Teatro Cervantes<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>Friday, 6 February<\/b> \u2013 <b>COAC 2026 Grand Final<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Gala de la Cantera (children\u2019s groups)<\/h3>\n<p>On <b>1 February<\/b>, the <b>Gala de la Cantera<\/b> takes place \u2013 performances by children\u2019s carnival groups (the next generation of the carnival). Ticket price: <b>\u20ac4<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h3>Carnival in the city districts (Carnaval en tu distrito)<\/h3>\n<p>The \u201cCarnival in your district\u201d format runs <b>from 31 January to 14 February<\/b>. Dates and locations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Saturday, 31 January<\/b> \u2013 Potaje Perchelero (<b>13:00<\/b>);<\/li>\n<li><b>Sunday, 8 February<\/b> \u2013 Paella carnavalera in <b>Palma-Palmilla<\/b> (<b>13:00<\/b>);<\/li>\n<li><b>Saturday, 14 February<\/b> \u2013 Fideos a la parte in <b>El Palo<\/b> (<b>13:00<\/b>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Additionally, <b>from 13 January to 4 February<\/b>, there are district carnival events for seniors. A big gala concert takes place on <b>7 February<\/b> at <b>17:30<\/b> in <b>Teatro Cervantes<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h3>Opening conference (Conferencia Inaugural)<\/h3>\n<p>The Carnival Foundation rescheduled the Opening Conference to <b>5 February<\/b>. It will be delivered by journalist and flamenco specialist <b>Manuel Curao<\/b>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Venue: <b>Cine Albeniz<\/b>, time: <b>19:45<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li>Participants: musicians and performers <b>Juan Francisco Bermudez<\/b>, <b>Encarni Navarro<\/b>, and <b>Deni Pena<\/b>. Host: <b>Pepelu Ramos<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Carnival on the streets<\/h3>\n<p>The street program starts on <b>Friday, 7 February<\/b>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>17:30<\/b> \u2013 seniors\u2019 gala concert at <b>Teatro Cervantes<\/b>;<\/li>\n<li><b>20:00<\/b> \u2013 <b>pregon<\/b> (official opening) by <b>Rafael Estades \u201cMorta\u201d<\/b> and <b>Miguel Angel Vegas \u201cEl Chorly\u201d<\/b> at <b>Plaza de la Constitucion<\/b>;<\/li>\n<li><b>21:00<\/b> \u2013 election of <b>Dios Momo<\/b> and <b>Diosa del Carnaval<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Sunday, 8 February:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>12:00<\/b> \u2013 children\u2019s program pregon (cantera) with <b>Leo Rodriguez<\/b> and <b>Dana Quintero<\/b> at <b>Plaza de la Constitucion<\/b>;<\/li>\n<li><b>13:00<\/b> \u2013 election of children\u2019s titles: <b>Principe<\/b> and <b>Princesa<\/b>, <b>Dios Momo Infantil<\/b>, and <b>Diosa Infantil<\/b>;<\/li>\n<li>then \u2013 the <b>Grand Carnival Parade<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Stages for carnival group performances<\/h3>\n<p>Four stages will operate in central Malaga for adult carnival group performances:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Escenario Cerveza Victoria<\/b> \u2013 Plaza de la Constitucion.<\/li>\n<li><b>Escenario Tesesa<\/b> \u2013 Calle Larios.<\/li>\n<li><b>Escenario Bocaboca<\/b> \u2013 Calle Larios.<\/li>\n<li><b>Escenario Deca<\/b> \u2013 Calle Granada.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A \u0442\u0440\u0430\u0434\u0438\u0446\u0438\u043e\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439 final evening on the square also takes place on <b>12 February at 20:00<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h3>13\u201315 February: key events in the final days<\/h3>\n<p><b>Friday, 13 February<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>20:00<\/b> \u2013 <b>Gala Drag Queen<\/b> at <b>Plaza de la Constitucion<\/b>, hosted by drag <b>Pinkchadora<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Saturday, 14 February \u2013 Costume Day (Dia del Disfraz)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>morning \u2013 children\u2019s costume contest at <b>Plaza de la Constitucion<\/b>, plus awards for drawings and workshops;<\/li>\n<li><b>20:00<\/b> \u2013 <b>Batalla de las Flores<\/b>;<\/li>\n<li>evening \u2013 performance by <b>Mr Proper<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Sunday, 15 February<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>morning at <b>Plaza de la Constitucion<\/b> \u2013 awards ceremony, <b>Desfile de Dioses<\/b> and <b>Gran Boquerona<\/b>;<\/li>\n<li><b>17:00<\/b> \u2013 the traditional \u201cburial of the anchovy\u201d \u2013 <b>Entierro del Boqueron<\/b> (a symbolic end to the carnival).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re considering life in the city beyond events, here\u2019s also useful: <a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/malaga-areas\">Malaga neighborhoods for living<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 18px; background: #51A300; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 12px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;\" href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/sale\/malaga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View properties in Malaga<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"marbella-carnival-2026\">Marbella Carnival 2026 and nearby towns: dates and key events<\/h2>\n<p>The municipality of Marbella presented the <b>2026 Carnival<\/b> program, running <b>7\u201328 February<\/b>, covering events in Marbella, San Pedro de Alcantara, Nueva Andalucia, and Las Chapas.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1121713 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/marbella_carnaval.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/marbella_carnaval.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/marbella_carnaval-300x235.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/marbella_carnaval-1024x803.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/marbella_carnaval-768x602.jpg 768w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/marbella_carnaval-1536x1204.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>7 February: Opening day \u2013 the traditional Pregon<\/h3>\n<p>The official opening takes place on <b>Saturday, 7 February<\/b>, with the traditional <i>Pregon<\/i> at <b>Palacio de Ferias y Congresos Adolfo Suarez<\/b>. The <i>pregonero<\/i> (host) will be local musician <b>Jose Antonio Ortiz Fernandez \u201cEl Pirata\u201d<\/b>. A tribute is also planned for <b>Marco Antonio Gil Enriquez<\/b>, including the presentation of the <i>Escudo de Oro del Carnaval 2026<\/i>.<\/p>\n<p>That same day, the symbolic figures of the year (Venus, Ninfas, and Dios Momo) will be presented, and local groups will perform: chirigotas <i>Los Graduados<\/i> and <i>Menuda Noche<\/i>, comparsas <i>El Desvelo<\/i> and <i>Al Sur del Sur<\/i>. The evening ends with a guest chirigota <i>Los que la tienen de marmol<\/i>.<\/p>\n<h3>12\u201320 February: children\u2019s events and competition performances<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>12 February<\/b> \u2013 children\u2019s chirigotas competition at <b>Palacio de Ferias y Congresos Adolfo Suarez<\/b> with local schools.<\/li>\n<li><b>15 February<\/b> \u2013 <i>Pregon Infantil<\/i> at <b>Parque de la Represa<\/b>: animation, giveaways, and selecting carnival figures for the youngest.<\/li>\n<li><b>18\u201319 February<\/b> \u2013 semi-finals of the <i>XXIX Concurso de Agrupaciones Carnavalescas<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li><b>20 February<\/b> \u2013 the competition final at <b>Teatro Ciudad de Marbella<\/b>. Tickets: <b>\u20ac5<\/b> for charity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>15 February: Las Chapas \u2013 local carnival program<\/h3>\n<p>On <b>15 February<\/b> (afternoon), <b>Las Chapas<\/b> holds its own celebration at <b>Pueblo Platero<\/b>, with workshops, costume contests, and carnival group performances.<\/p>\n<h3>21 February: Desfile del Humor and the \u201cconfetti battle\u201d<\/h3>\n<p><b>Saturday, 21 February<\/b> features the traditional <i>Desfile del Humor<\/i> along the main avenues: animation, costume contests, and <i>Combate de los colores de Fiestas<\/i> (a paper \u201cbattle\u201d on <b>Avenida Nabeul<\/b>). In the evening there are awards, music with <b>DJ Carlos de la Mega<\/b>, and guest carnival groups from Cadiz at <b>Parque de la Represa<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h3>22 February: Mejillonada and the \u201csardine pi\u00f1ata\u201d<\/h3>\n<p><b>Sunday, 22 February<\/b> \u2013 <i>XXVI Mejillonada de Carnaval<\/i> (Memorial Antonio Rubia \u201cEl Extranjero\u201d) by <b>Pena Carnavalesca Los Nocheros<\/b>: free mussel tasting and performances. Also scheduled: <i>III Concurso de Coplas \u201cLos Nocheros\u201d<\/i> and the traditional <i>pi\u00f1ata de la sardina<\/i>.<\/p>\n<h3>Finale \u2013 28 February: Chorizada Popular<\/h3>\n<p>The program closes on <b>Saturday, 28 February<\/b>, at <b>Plaza Jose Rodriguez \u201cEl Triana\u201d<\/b> near the headquarters of <b>Asociacion Cultural Carnavalesca Marbelli<\/b> (Jose Iturbi street). Visitors can expect free tastings and performances.<\/p>\n<h3>Cost and access<\/h3>\n<p>Most events are free. Exceptions are charity-ticketed events (e.g., the final on 20 February).<\/p>\n<p>You can download the detailed Marbella Carnival program in Spanish <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marbella.es\/agenda\/fiestas\/carnaval-2026-marbella.html\">via this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you want more than just the festivities \u2013 a guide to lifestyle and areas: <a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/city-of-spain\/marbella-spain\">Marbella: city guide<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 18px; background: #51A300; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 12px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;\" href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/sale\/marbella\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View properties in Marbella<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"san-pedro-carnival-2026\">San Pedro de Alcantara Carnival 2026: 13\u201315 February<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/guide-on-san-pedro-de-alcantara\">San Pedro de Alcantara<\/a> program runs <b>13\u201315 February<\/b>, focusing on children\u2019s \u201ccantera\u201d and local groups. The children\u2019s chirigotas competition is scheduled for <b>11 and 12 February<\/b> from <b>10:00<\/b> at <b>Palacio de Ferias y Congresos Adolfo Suarez<\/b>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Friday, 13 February<\/b> \u2013 <b>11:00<\/b> children\u2019s parades with schools Maria Teresa Leon and Miguel Hernandez, then a children\u2019s program from <b>17:00<\/b> on the Boulevard de San Pedro Alcantara (animation, children\u2019s costume contests, performances).<\/li>\n<li><b>Saturday, 14 February<\/b> \u2013 <b>17:00<\/b> Desfile del Humor, adult costume contest, and a DJ set at Plaza Iglesia.<\/li>\n<li><b>Sunday, 15 February<\/b> \u2013 from <b>13:00<\/b> \u201cSan Pedro Carnavaleando\u201d at the boulevard amphitheater: local and guest groups from Cadiz, with festivities throughout the day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The program also includes a tribute to <b>Juanjo Alcantara<\/b>, a notable figure historically connected to the San Pedro carnival.<\/p>\n<p>You can download the detailed San Pedro program in Spanish <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marbella.es\/agenda\/fiestas\/carnaval-2026-san-pedro-alcantara.html\">via this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 18px; background: #51A300; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 12px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;\" href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/sale\/san-pedro-de-alcantara\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View properties in San Pedro de Alcantara<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"nueva-andalucia-carnival-2026\">Nueva Andalucia Carnival 2026<\/h2>\n<p>Nueva Andalucia has its own schedule:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>7 February<\/b> \u2013 celebration at <b>Espacio Polivalente<\/b> (kids\u2019 activities, costume contests, performances).<\/li>\n<li><b>8 February<\/b> \u2013 continuation on <b>Avenida Las Palmeras<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>12 February<\/b> \u2013 event at <b>Centro de Participacion Activa<\/b> with a costume contest.<\/li>\n<li><b>13 February<\/b> \u2013 pasacalles organized by <b>CEIP Jose Banus<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The detailed program (Spanish) is available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marbella.es\/agenda\/fiestas\/carnaval-2026-nueva-andalucia.html\">via this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"estepona-carnival-2026\">Estepona Carnival 2026: program for 7\u20138 February<\/h2>\n<p>The municipality of <a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/city-of-spain\/estepona-spain\">Estepona<\/a> prepared the <b>2026 Carnival<\/b> program for <b>7\u20138 February<\/b>. Highlights include carnival group performances, <b>Gala Drag Queen<\/b>, costume contests, a children\u2019s program, and the finale <i>Entierro de la Sardina<\/i>.<\/p>\n<h3>Saturday, 7 February<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>12:00<\/b> \u2013 performances by <b>agrupaciones carnavalescas<\/b> at <b>Plaza Antonia Guerrero<\/b> (in case of rain: <b>Caseta Municipal<\/b> at <b>Recinto Ferial<\/b>):\n<ul>\n<li>Chirigota <i>\u201cMenuda Noche\u201d<\/i> (Estepona and San Pedro Alcantara). Director: Alberto Benitez. Lyrics and music: Jose Miguel Mata and Alberto Benitez.<\/li>\n<li>Comparsa <i>\u201cEl desvelo de Marbella\u201d<\/i>. Director: Antonio Quinones. Lyrics: Guillermo Guerrero and Manuel Santander. Music: Manuel Santander and Antonio Quinones.<\/li>\n<li>Chirigota <i>\u201cLos Mejores (de nuestra casa)\u201d<\/i> (Estepona), anthology. Director: Alejandro Higuero. Lyrics and music: Jose Alberto Ledesma.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>19:00<\/b> \u2013 <b>Gala Drag Queen Estepona<\/b> at <b>Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos<\/b>.\n<ul>\n<li><b>\u201cLa Gran Noche del Disfraz\u201d<\/b> (Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos): costume contest without prior registration. From <b>19:00 to 21:30<\/b>, \u201cspotters\u201d select the best looks for <b>Ninfa<\/b> and <b>Momo<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><b>22:00<\/b> \u2013 costume contest awards ceremony.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Sunday, 8 February<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>12:00\u201316:00<\/b> \u2013 large <b>children\u2019s program<\/b> (animators and inflatable attractions) at <b>Caseta Municipal<\/b>. Parade to select the best children\u2019s costumes for <b>Ninfa<\/b> and <b>Momo<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>14:00<\/b> \u2013 children\u2019s costume contest awards ceremony.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>More details (Spanish) <a href=\"https:\/\/television.estepona.es\/carnaval-en-estepona-fechas-disfraces-drag-queens-y-el-entierro-de-la-sardina\/\">via this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 18px; background: #51A300; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 12px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;\" href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/sale\/estepona\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View properties in Estepona<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"torremolinos-carnival-2026\">Torremolinos Carnival + Gala Drag Queen 2026<\/h2>\n<p>Carnival in <a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/torremolinos-city-guide\">Torremolinos<\/a> is celebrated very vibrantly, with strong local participation and a lively atmosphere across the streets and squares. Events typically include a \u201cchirigotas\u201d competition, a parade in La Carihuela, a children\u2019s costume contest, and a large carnival ball at the congress and exhibition palace. As in other municipalities, the highlight is the traditional \u201cburial of the sardine,\u201d held in the San Miguel area.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1121717 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/torremolinos_carnaval.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/torremolinos_carnaval.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/torremolinos_carnaval-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/torremolinos_carnaval-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/torremolinos_carnaval-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/torremolinos_carnaval-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The key event of Torremolinos carnival week is <b>Gala Drag 2026<\/b>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Date:<\/b> 21 February 2026<\/li>\n<li><b>Time:<\/b> from 20:00<\/li>\n<li><b>Venue:<\/b> Auditorio Municipal Principe de Asturias (Auditorium Torremolinos)<\/li>\n<li><b>Tickets:<\/b> available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malagaentradas.com\/\">online<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 18px; background: #51A300; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 12px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;\" href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/sale\/torremolinos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View properties in Torremolinos<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"benalmadena-carnival-2026\">Benalmadena Carnival 2026: dates, locations, and highlights<\/h2>\n<p>In <a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/everything-about-benalmadena-on-costa-del-sol\">Benalmadena<\/a>, the <b>2026 Carnival<\/b> program has been announced \u2013 a celebration for all ages running <b>2\u201315 February<\/b> in <b>Benalmadena Pueblo<\/b> and <b>Arroyo de la Miel<\/b>. The schedule includes a school carnival, parades, costume contests, and traditional food and music gatherings.<\/p>\n<h3>2\u20136 February: Carnaval Escolar<\/h3>\n<p>The program opens with the <b>school carnival (Carnaval Escolar)<\/b>, running <b>2\u20136 February<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h3>Friday, 6 February: XXV Gala Drag Queen<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>21:30<\/b> \u2013 <b>XXV Gala Drag Queen<\/b> at <b>Plaza de la Mezquita<\/b> (Arroyo de la Miel).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Saturday, 7 February: Pregon and the first carnival parade<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Pregon<\/b> of Carnival 2026 at <b>Plaza de la Mezquita<\/b>. Host: <b>Antonio Chacon<\/b>, president of <b>Pena Amigos del Carnaval \u201cEl Tipo\u201d<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>17:00<\/b> \u2013 traditional parade (desfile) in <b>Benalmadena Pueblo<\/b> with costume contests, live music, and folk dancing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Saturday, 14 February: desfile in Arroyo de la Miel<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>17:00<\/b> \u2013 carnival parade (desfile) in <b>Arroyo de la Miel<\/b> with costume contests, music, and festive dancing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Sunday, 15 February: finale \u2013 Solemne Desfile and Quema de la Lagartija<\/h3>\n<p>The program ends on <b>15 February<\/b> with the <b>Solemne Desfile<\/b> and <b>Quema de la Lagartija<\/b>, one of Benalmadena\u2019s most recognizable carnival rituals.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 18px; background: #51A300; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 12px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;\" href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/sale\/benalmadena\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View properties in Benalmadena<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"fuengirola-carnival\">Fuengirola Carnival<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/getting-to-know-the-city-of-fuengirola\">Fuengirola<\/a> most often holds its carnival in February, with street activities and costume contests, but the specific program is usually published closer to the dates. Before your trip, check the city\u2019s official agenda and municipality news.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 18px; background: #51A300; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 12px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;\" href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/sale\/fuengirola\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View properties in Fuengirola<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"nerja-carnival-2026\">Nerja Carnival 2026: program and key events<\/h2>\n<p><b>Nerja<\/b> is preparing for one of the most anticipated events of the year \u2013 the <b>42nd Carnival<\/b>, taking place <b>12\u201315 February<\/b>. Over four days, the town turns into a large open-air stage filled with music, costumes, creativity, and a festive atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>The 2026 Nerja Carnival program was presented by deputy mayor <b>Ana Maria Munoz<\/b> and councillor for local traditions <b>Elena Galvez<\/b>. This year includes new elements aimed at both residents and visitors, while keeping the \u201cclassic\u201d spirit of the celebration.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1121716 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_3.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_3-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_3-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_3-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_3-1536x1018.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Thursday, 12 February: Pregon and Murga performance<\/h3>\n<p>The carnival opens on <b>12 February<\/b> with the traditional <i>pregon<\/i> at <b>Centro Cultural Villa de Nerja<\/b>. The host is <b>Antonio Cabra \u201cChirivita\u201d<\/b>, and the program includes a performance by <b>Murga \u201cEl Chino\u201d<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h3>Friday, 13 February: children\u2019s costumes, election of Ninfas and Momo, youth party<\/h3>\n<p>On <b>13 February<\/b>, there are <b>children\u2019s costume contests<\/b> and the <b>election of Ninfas and Momo<\/b>. Events take place at <b>aparcamiento Giner de los Rios<\/b>, which also hosts a <b>youth party<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h3>Saturday, 14 February: Gran Desfile<\/h3>\n<p>On <b>14 February<\/b>, Nerja\u2019s streets fill with color and humor during the <b>Grand Carnival Parade (Gran Desfile)<\/b>. Start: <b>17:00<\/b> from <b>calle Jaen<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h3>Sunday, 15 February: Entierro del Chanquete<\/h3>\n<p>The celebration ends on <b>15 February<\/b> with the traditional <i>Entierro del Chanquete<\/i>, the final highlight of carnival week.<\/p>\n<h3>Good to know<\/h3>\n<p>Organizers invite both residents and visitors to join. Nerja Carnival is recognized as <i>Interes Turistico Provincial<\/i> and is typically seen as a mix of folk culture, community, and entertainment.<\/p>\n<p>More details about Nerja Carnival: <a href=\"https:\/\/esnerja.com\/fiestas\/carnaval-de-nerja\/\">via this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>About the town in general: <a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/articles\/nerja-spain-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-city\">Nerja: what you need to know<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 18px; background: #51A300; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 12px; font-weight: 600; line-height: 1.2;\" href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/sale\/nerja\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View properties in Nerja<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"ronda-carnival-2026\">Ronda Carnival 2026: event program<\/h2>\n<h3>Saturday, 14 February<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>19:30<\/b> \u2013 Pregon and carnival gala at <b>Teatro Vicente Espinel<\/b>. Tickets: <b>Delegacion de Cultura<\/b> and <b>www.giglon.com<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Sunday, 15 February<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>13:30<\/b> \u2013 Migas Populares, <b>Plaza de los Descalzos<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li>Performance by a comparsa from Cadiz: <i>\u201cEl Desguace\u201d<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Friday, 20 February<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>20:30<\/b> \u2013 carnival gala in the tent (Carpa), <b>Plaza de los Descalzos<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li>Performance by a chirigota from Cadiz: <i>\u201cLos Cadisapiens\u201d<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Saturday, 21 February<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>12:00<\/b> \u2013 Cabalgata de Carnaval (carnival parade).<\/li>\n<li><b>14:30<\/b> \u2013 Callos Populares, <b>Plaza de los Descalzos<\/b>. Performance by a chirigota from Cadiz: <i>\u201cLos Desconfiaos\u201d<\/i>.<\/li>\n<li><b>17:30<\/b> \u2013 children\u2019s event, <b>Plaza de los Descalzos<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>20:00<\/b> \u2013 Quema del Muneco (burning of the carnival figure), <b>Plaza de los Descalzos<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>21:00<\/b> \u2013 carnival party in the tent (Carpa), <b>Plaza de los Descalzos<\/b>, with a DJ.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"tolox-carnival\">Tolox Carnival: \u201cDay of the Powders\u201d and one of Malaga\u2019s oldest traditions<\/h2>\n<p>Carnival in <b>Tolox<\/b> is considered one of the oldest and most distinctive celebrations in the province of Malaga. It is recognized as <i>Fiesta de Singularidad Turistica<\/i>. Historical documents from the late 17th and early 18th centuries already mention this tradition, as well as bans and restrictions introduced by the Church in different periods.<\/p>\n<h3>A quick look at the history and \u201cDia de los Polvos\u201d<\/h3>\n<p>According to historical records (including municipal acts), Tolox Carnival dates back centuries. Its most recognizable part is <b>Martes de Carnaval<\/b> \u2013 Carnival Tuesday \u2013 locally known as <b>\u201cDia de los Polvos\u201d<\/b> (\u201cDay of the Powders\u201d).<\/p>\n<h4>The tradition<\/h4>\n<p>The tradition begins in the early hours of Carnival Tuesday night. In the past, young men would \u201cpowder\u201d girls with talc as a sign of affection \u2013 a symbolic declaration of love. Old descriptions portray it as an \u201cordeal\u201d: to reach their chosen one, boys used \u0445\u0438\u0442\u0440\u044b\u0435 tricks and could sneak to houses via windows, rooftops, and terraces.<\/p>\n<p>Girls, by tradition, \u201cresisted\u201d until noon, after which they went out into the streets and performed folk dances \u2013 <i>la guasa<\/i>, <i>los galeones<\/i>, and <i>la rueda<\/i>.<\/p>\n<h4>How does it work today?<\/h4>\n<p>Today, the main \u201cpowder day\u201d events are centered at <b>Plaza Alta<\/b>. The atmosphere is created by performances from <i>murgas<\/i>, <i>chirigotas<\/i>, and <i>comparsas<\/i>, as well as costume contests. After that, starting around <b>00:00<\/b>, the most famous part begins: people of all ages \u201cpowder\u201d each other to music and folk dancing.<\/p>\n<h4>Finale: Entierro de la Sardina<\/h4>\n<p>The celebration ends with <b>Entierro de la Sardina<\/b> (\u201cBurial of the Sardine\u201d) in the second half of Carnival Tuesday.<\/p>\n<h4>What it means today<\/h4>\n<p>If in the past \u201cpowdering\u201d symbolized romantic affection, today it more often represents <b>friendship, community, and joyful participation<\/b>. This \u201cgame\u201d is what makes Tolox Carnival so distinctive and attractive to both locals and visitors who want to see a truly unusual Andalusian tradition.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1121715 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_2.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_2-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_2-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_2-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/nerja_carnaval_2-1536x1018.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"cta-live-near-events\">Want to live close to the main Costa del Sol events?<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re planning a relocation or buying property on the Costa del Sol, you can start by choosing a location and property type:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/sale\">Property catalogue for sale<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/services\/property-service\">Property search and purchase support service<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alegria-realestate.com\/en\/services\/banking-service\">Mortgage in Spain (documents and support)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Disclaimer: this information is not legal or tax advice and is not a public offer.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faq-malaga-carnival\">Malaga Carnival FAQ<\/h2>\n<details>\n<summary><strong>When is Malaga Carnival in 2026?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Malaga Carnival events start in late January and run until around 22 February (exact dates depend on the city).<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><strong>Where are the main street events in Malaga?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>The key locations are typically in the city center (squares and main streets), where several stages are set up and the main ceremonies and parades take place.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><strong>Do you need tickets for the carnival?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Street events are often free. Tickets may be required for gala shows and competition finals, depending on the venue and city.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><strong>What\u2019s special about Tolox?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Tolox hosts Dia de los Polvos (\u201cDay of the Powders\u201d) \u2013 a \u201cpowder\u201d celebration where people have a flour\/talc battle in carnival outfits.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary><strong>How do I choose a Costa del Sol city if I\u2019m visiting for the first time?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>If you want the biggest variety of events, choose Malaga. If you\u2019re more into galas and competitions, consider Marbella. For a weekend \u201call-in-one\u201d format, Estepona is a great option.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Malaga Carnival 2026 will bring together street parades, costume\u2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":34,"featured_media":1121711,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,955,74,959,76],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1107997","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-articles","category-holidays-in-spain","category-life-in-spain","category-lifestyle","category-tourism-in-spain"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>M\u00e1laga Carnival 2026: Dates &amp; Costa del Sol City Programs<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"M\u00e1laga Carnival 2026 \u2013 dates and key events across the Costa del Sol: M\u00e1laga, Marbella, Estepona, Nerja, Ronda, Torremolinos, Benalm\u00e1dena and Tolox. 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