Malaga Radio Weekly Diary Episode 32
Carmen & Baptiste
Bring their breakfast show zest to our weekly Diary
Andalusian Feria Spirit
📅 Week of Aug 18–24, 2025
"From lantern-lit ferias to open-air concerts and cliffside adventures — EP32 of the Málaga Radio Weekly Diary has your perfect August week planned."
This week’s diary is bursting with variety. We’ll take you from the lantern-lit streets of small-town ferias to the cool, sea-breeze stages of August concerts, before swapping the crowds for cliffside walks, night hikes, and hidden food markets. Whether you’re chasing the rhythm of a fiesta, exploring art under the stars, or paddling out at dawn, we’ve found something for every summer mood.
🎉 Festivals & Traditions
This week in Málaga province, tradition takes many shapes — from royal fairs to torchlit pilgrimages, from wine-fuelled village nights to seaside sardine competitions. Here’s everything we covered in the Weekly Diary EP32 so you can explore further.
👑 Real Feria de Agosto – Antequera
📅 20–24 August 2025
📍 Antequera – Centro Histórico & Recinto Ferial
🔗 Official Info – cultura.antequera.es
Spain’s oldest fair, founded in 1748, still carries the elegance of its royal charter. Expect the Romería del Señor de la Verónica, the Porra Antequerana recipe contest, and equestrian shows alongside traditional casetas and flamenco. Antequera’s old town glows at night, making it a magical setting for this historic Feria.
🕯 Romería Nocturna al Santuario de la Virgen de Gracia – Archidona
📅 Night of 14–15 August 2025
📍 Archidona – Iglesia de la Victoria to Santuario Virgen de Gracia
🔗 More Info – revistalugardeencuentro.com
The province’s only night-time pilgrimage, this torchlit procession winds through olive groves to the hilltop sanctuary. Thousands join, creating a ribbon of light through the landscape. Dawn music from the Hermanos Ortigosa makes this a moving cultural and spiritual experience.
🌍 Festival de las 3 Culturas – Frigiliana
📅 28–31 August 2025
📍 Frigiliana – Casco Histórico
🔗 Official Website – frigiliana3culturas.com
Four days celebrating Christian, Islamic, and Sephardic heritage with 150 artisan stalls, live music, and the famous Ruta de la Tapa. Medieval streets fill with performance, history, and community spirit in one of Andalucía’s most photogenic hill towns.
🥣 Fiesta del Gazpacho de los 3 Golpes – Alfarnatejo
📅 2 August 2025 (earlier this month)
📍 Alfarnatejo – Plaza Principal
🔗 Visit & Do – Alfarnatejo Gazpacho Fiesta
High-altitude village life meets culinary tradition with free tastings of the local ‘three-stroke’ gazpacho. A refreshing nod to Andalusian summer flavours.
🐟 Concurso de Espetos – Torremolinos
📅 2 August 2025 (earlier this month)
📍 Torremolinos – Costa Lago-Playamar
🔗 Official Website – concursodeespetos.com
Top espeteros compete in the ancient art of grilling sardines over olive wood fires. Visitors enjoy fresh espetos by the beach and a festival atmosphere celebrating coastal heritage.
🐴 Feria de Benamargosa
📅 1–3 August 2025 (earlier this month)
📍 Benamargosa – Plaza Principal
🔗 Axarquía Plus – Feria Benamargosa
Three days of music, horse competitions in the river, children’s activities, and concerts from Rasel and OBK — all set in a dramatic Axarquía village landscape.
🍷 Travel Pick – Cómpeta Vineyard Experience
📅 Available Year-Round
📍 Axarquía – Various vineyards around Cómpeta
🔗 Cómpeta Wine Route – Visit & Do
Guided tours of moscatel vineyards, traditional pressing demonstrations, and tastings in family-run bodegas. A perfect inland escape for wine lovers.
🖼️ Culture & Exhibitions
🍷 Food & Hospitality
🎶 Music & Nightlife
Centre Pompidou Málaga hosts a stunning Kandinsky retrospective — dreamy colours, modernist madness, and perfect portside air-con.
MUCAC La Coracha has opened with Omnímoda, a bold post-digital photography exhibition that’s 100% free.
Museo Carmen Thyssen explores post-Franco Spain with Pintura Liberada — expressive, defiant, and deeply human.
Bonus: the Soho District remains Málaga’s best gallery-without-walls.
Tapas & Wine Tours in Málaga, Frigiliana, and Ronda — led by chefs, sommeliers, and storytellers.
Rooftop brunches at Ático, Urban, and San Telmo.
Sonora Beach and La Plage Casanis unveil seasonal menus with sunset cocktails.
Cooking with abuelas — market tour + home-cooked lunch in Málaga Old Town.
Sunset Boat Party with DJ @YeknomBlack – departs Málaga Port
Candlelight Concerts at Gran Hotel Miramar — ABBA at 7pm, Queen & Beatles at 9
The Blaze at Marenostrum Fuengirola – castle-side spectacle
Momento Marbella welcomes Landikhan for a deep late-night set
Olivia Valère Marbella hosts El Grande Toto – high-glamour, high-energy
Local? Try live jazz at AC Palacio Ático or jam night at La Catarina – Cats Kitchen
🏄 Sports & Outdoor Activities
This week’s Sports & Outdoors calendar stretches from high-octane beach tournaments to gentle, family-friendly adventures — perfect for soaking up Málaga’s summer energy before the season starts to shift.
XXVI Torneo Internacional de Balonmano Playa – Torrox
📅 Friday 22 – Sunday 24 August
📍 Playa de Ferrara, Torrox Costa
Torrox transforms its golden sands into a giant handball arena for one of the biggest beach handball tournaments in Spain. Expect high-speed games, live DJ sets between matches, and a buzzing promenade atmosphere that runs well into the evening. Free for spectators — just bring a hat and plenty of water.
🔗 More info
Ruta Nocturna de Senderismo – Mijas
📅 Saturday 23 August
📍 El Esparragal Recreation Area, Mijas
A guided night hike through the foothills of the Sierra de Mijas, with cool evening breezes replacing the daytime heat. The trail is family-friendly but sturdy shoes are essential, and the reward is panoramic coastal views under the stars. Pre-registration required via the Mijas Tourism Office.
🔗 More info
Regata Semana Náutica – Melilla Connection
📅 Through Sunday 24 August
📍 Marina of Melilla & Málaga
Although starting earlier in the month, the final stages of this long-distance regatta between Melilla and Málaga bring colourful sails to the waterfront. Great viewing spots are along Muelle Uno, where you can grab a drink and watch the yachts come in.
🔗 More info
Circuito Provincial de Natación – Vélez-Málaga
📅 Friday 22 August
📍 Piscina Municipal, Vélez-Málaga
Part of the provincial swimming circuit, this meet draws competitive swimmers from across Málaga’s municipalities. The event doubles as a lively community gathering, with local food stalls and plenty of shade for spectators.
🔗 More info
Paddle Surf Sunset Tour – Nerja
📅 Daily departures (weather permitting)
📍 Burriana Beach, Nerja
One for the water lovers — glide along the cliffs and caves east of Nerja as the sun sets behind the mountains. Most tours include a quick swim stop in a hidden cove and photo opportunities from your paddleboard. Book in advance as evening spots fill quickly.
🔗 More info
Quickfire Mentions
Beach Volleyball Night Series – Marbella: Weekly floodlit matches on La Venus Beach. 🔗 More info
Guided Kayak & Snorkel Trip – Maro: Explore the protected cliffs and crystal waters of Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Park. 🔗 More info
Family Cycling Circuit – Estepona: Safe, closed-road routes for children and parents every Sunday morning. 🔗 More info
Urban Running Club – Málaga City: Social 5K departing from Plaza de la Merced, Tuesday evenings. 🔗 More info
💡 Travel Pick – Caminito del Rey Early Bird Walk
Beat the heat and the crowds with a guided early morning walk along one of Spain’s most breathtaking cliffside paths. The light at this hour is incredible for photos, and you’ll hear the gorge come alive with birdsong before the midday rush begins. Tickets and transfers can be booked via MalagaRadio.travel.
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