Last updated: December 01, 2024
We invite you to discover Estepona's Christmas program, where Andalusian traditions blend with the Mediterranean festive spirit. This guide will help you explore all the activities and celebrations our coastal city offers during these holidays.
Estepona's old town transforms during the Christmas season, with the Seafront Promenade and Plaza de las Flores as celebration hubs. Traditional markets adorn the cobblestone streets, while light installations decorate Avenida Juan Carlos I. Plaza Ortiz hosts musical performances, and the municipal Nativity Scene attracts visitors from both local and nearby towns like Marbella and San Pedro.
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Christmas light display with over 2,100 decorative elements.
Estepona will welcome Christmas with a Christmas light display featuring over 2,100 decorative elements, highlighted by white and blue tones. The event will take place in the remodeled section of Avenida España, with performances by Estepona's pastorals and young Martina Pérez.
Where: Estepona | More Info: Christmas Lights Switch-On
A large, handmade nativity scene with over 300 figures.
The Christmas Market at El Corte Inglés features a variety of stalls with gifts, decorations, and cuisine, including an elaborate handmade nativity scene and various culinary options.
Where: Málaga | More Info: Málaga Christmas Zone outside El Cort Ingles
Delivery of letters to children in a festive atmosphere.
The arrival of Saint Nicholas at the Port is an event that celebrates the Christmas tradition with the arrival of the saint to the coast, where letters are delivered to children and a festive atmosphere is enjoyed.
Where: Estepona | More Info: St. Nicholas Arrival at the Fishing Port
Reading of the XXII Christmas Proclamation and concert with the Municipal Band of Estepona.
The Christmas Concert at the Felipe VI Auditorium features a night of music and poetry with the Municipal Band of Estepona and the Coral Magnum Mysterium, directed by José Antonio López Camacho. The program includes works such as "Christmas Fantasía" by Satosi Yagisawa and "Holiday Favorites" with arrangements by John Williams and Manolo Escobar.
Where: Estepona | More Info: Christmas Concert at Felipe VI Auditorium
Christmas carols and flamenco rhythms performance in Plaza del Ajedrez.
The Zambomba Flamenca ‘El Sopa y Familia por Navidad’ is a Christmas celebration featuring traditional flamenco music and rhythms in Plaza del Ajedrez. The flamenco interpreters of ‘El Sopa y Familia’ offer a unique and emotional performance that evokes Andalusian cultural tradition.
Where: Estepona | More Info: Christmas Village in Plaza del Ajedrez
Live music and nighttime dances in a festive atmosphere.
The Nochevieja Fiesta in Plaza de la Mezquita is a lively event featuring live music and nighttime dances, offering an unforgettable night in Arroyo de la Miel.
Where: Málaga | More Info: New Year's Eve Party in Plaza de la Mezquita
A unique event with children's theater performances and live music.
The Christmas Children's Fair at the Congress Center offers a variety of activities and shows designed specifically for children, including live music, children's theater, and fun games.
Where: Málaga | More Info: Málaga Children’s Fair
Christmas decorations and family activities.
The Christmas Village on Avenida Juan Carlos 1 is an event that recreates the Christmas atmosphere with decorations and family activities.
Where: Estepona | More Info: Christmas Village on Avenida Juan Carlos 1
Performance directed by German maestro Florian Csizmadia with a selection of waltzes and polkas.
The Orquesta Filarmónica de Málaga will perform the New Year's Concert at the Auditorio Felipe VI with a selection of waltzes and polkas essential in New Year's concert programs. Composers such as Strauss, Léhar, Sibelius, and Korngold will be interpreted by the orchestra under the musical direction of German maestro Florian Csizmadia.
Where: Estepona | More Info: New Year's Concert at Felipe VI Auditorium
73 nativity scenes spread across the city.
The Belen Route in Málaga features a variety of nativity scenes located in different parts of the city, including the City Hall, the Carmen Thyssen Museum, and the Cathedral of Málaga. Each of these belenes has its own unique scenery and characteristics.
Where: Málaga | More Info: Málaga Nativity Scenes Tour
Distribution of 15,000 kilograms of candies and 2,000 toys.
The Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos in Estepona is a festive event featuring 10 floats and six processions with fantastical characters. The Three Wise Men will distribute 15,000 kilograms of candies and 2,000 toys as they parade through the city's main streets.
Where: Estepona | More Info: Cavalcade of the Three Wise Men
Cotillón distribution and fireworks display.
The New Year's Eve celebration in Plaza del Reloj features cotillón distribution, traditional New Year's Eve bell-ringing, and a fireworks display.
Where: Estepona | More Info: New Year's Eve Party in Plaza del Reloj