Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the Christmas joy in Mijas with our complete guide to festivities and holiday events. From traditional markets to evening illuminations, you'll find all the information needed to enjoy these holidays on the Costa del Sol.
Plaza Virgen de la Peña transforms into the heart of celebrations, with its Christmas market and traditional nativity scene. Visitors can stroll through the cobblestone streets of the old town, where whitewashed houses display festive decorations, while Plaza de la Constitución hosts carol performances and traditional dances. The festive atmosphere extends to neighboring villages, connecting the entire region in a joint celebration.
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Christmas light display on Larios Street.
The city of Málaga is illuminated with a spectacular Christmas light display, creating a magical atmosphere in the streets and squares.
Where: Malaga | More Info: Christmas Lights Switch-On
Expanded route to the dome/mirador with additional lighting zones and luminous sculptures.
Ilusión. Christmas has many faces but one heart is a Christmas spectacle that illuminates the Historic Botanical Garden of the Conception with lights, luminous sculptures, and audiovisual projections, creating a unique and festive atmosphere.
Where: Malaga | More Info: Illusion. Christmas has many faces but only one heart
Free tastings of local products.
The Sabor a Málaga Fair is a gastronomic event where visitors can enjoy free tastings of local products, including wines and cheeses to cured meats and extra virgin olive oils.
Where: Malaga | More Info: Sabor a Málaga Market
Free Christmas concerts in the Patio de Columnas.
At the Carmen Thyssen Museum, enjoy Christmas concerts with choirs and musical groups in the Patio de Columnas, creating a space filled with music and tradition.
Where: Malaga | More Info: Christmas Choir Concerts at Carmen Thyssen Museum
Verdiales pandas performances on Calle Larios.
The Verdiales music is an Andalusian tradition celebrated at the Málaga Fair with performances by Verdiales pandas and a stage dedicated to Malagueño folk music. Confirmed groups include Carlos Bravo, Encarni Navarro, Cantando Bajito, Davinia, and Ana Soto.
Where: Malaga | More Info: Verdiales Christmas Music
Monographic repertoire of Juan Francés de Iribarren Echevarría.
The Christmas Concert at Málaga Cathedral features a monographic repertoire of Juan Francés de Iribarren Echevarría, with performances of carols and classical music under the direction of Antonio del Pino.
Where: Malaga | More Info: Christmas Concert at Malaga Cathedral
Procession of the Three Wise Men with bands and floats.
The Marbella Christmas Fair is an event filled with Christmas activities and traditions, including concerts, contests, and the visit of the Three Wise Men in a special procession.
Where: Marbella | More Info: Marbella Christmas Fair
Dramatic representation of Christmas with 150 students.
The Belén Viviente Diocesano is a dramatic representation of Christmas featuring various scenes of Jesus' birth, performed by students from the Diocesan Schools.
Where: Marbella | More Info: Living Nativity Scene in Marbella
Monumental nativity scene with over 500 figures and biblical scenes.
The Nativity Scene at the Málaga City Hall is a Christmas art piece featuring over 500 figures and biblical scenes, including the Annunciation and the Flight into Egypt. It can be visited from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Where: Malaga | More Info: Nativity Scene at City Hall