Episode 37

📅 Week of September 22–28, 2025

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📅 Week of September 22–28, 2025

“The Diary is like your backstage pass to the Costa del Sol — one week, one coast, endless ways to make it yours.”

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This week’s Diary opens with something special: a Spotlight on Málaga Radio Podcasts — your guide to all the shows you can stream, download, and carry with you long after the feria lights fade. From Active Adventures to Factor 50, Like a Local to The Drop, we’ll take you behind the playlists and into the stories.

And after the Spotlight? The week itself is buzzing:
🎡 Torremolinos lights up with its Feria de San Miguel.
🖼 Málaga launches new autumn exhibitions at the Picasso, Pompidou, and Thyssen museums.
🍇 Harvest meets flavour with almonds in Almogía, wine in Moclinejo, and international tastes in Cómpeta.
🎶 Nights bring the thrill of Comic-Con concerts, Mora in Fuengirola, Studio Club DJs, and Marbella’s legendary beach club closings.
🏀 And sport balances it all with the Supercopa Endesa basketball tournament, the Rallye Gibralfaro, plus yoga, hikes, and nautical adventures.

Whether you’re here on holiday or tuning in from abroad, Episode 37 is your map to the traditions, flavours, culture, music, and movement that make the Costa del Sol unforgettable.

🎉 Festivals & Traditions

- Feria de San Miguel – Torremolinos (Sept 24–28)
  One of Andalucía’s biggest pilgrimages and parties, blending devotion with dancing. Expect decorated carts, horses, live music, and a day/night fair split between the town centre and fairground.
- Feria de San Miguel – Vélez-Málaga (Sept 26–30)
  A five-day fiesta with concerts, rides, and cultural performances. By day the town centre comes alive with tradition, by night the fairground fills with colour and music.
- Día de la Almendra – Almogía (Sept 28)
  A harvest fair celebrating almonds with tastings, cooking demos, music, and artisanal stalls. The whole village becomes a stage for one of Málaga’s most authentic rural festivals.
- Sharing Cultures Festival – Estepona (Sept 27–28)
  A multicultural celebration on the Paseo Marítimo with food, music, dance, and crafts from around the world.

🖼️ Culture & Exhibitions

🍷 Food & Hospitality

🎶 Music & Nightlife

Museo Picasso Málaga – Anniversary Exhibitions (Ongoing, Sept 22–28)
Celebrating Picasso’s legacy in his birthplace, with new autumn exhibitions and workshops filling the museum this season.
Centre Pompidou Málaga – Autumn Showcase (From Sept 22)
Contemporary art in the colourful cube by the port, launching a fresh programme of installations and visual journeys.
Museo Carmen Thyssen – Landscape Focus (From Sept 22)
A collection highlighting Spanish landscapes, ideal for visitors wanting a calmer cultural experience away from the bustle.
Candlelight Concerts – Málaga (Sept 22–28)
From Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Gran Hotel Miramar to Coldplay vs. Ed Sheeran tributes, enjoy music by candlelight in stunning venues.

Día de la Almendra – Almogía (Sept 28)
More than a harvest fair — this festival fills Almogía’s streets with almond soup, roasted nuts, sweets, live music, and artisanal demonstrations.
Moclinejo Wine Harvest Festival (Sept 28)
A day dedicated to Axarquía’s vineyards, where you can sample local wines, watch grape treading, and enjoy regional dishes with music and dancing.
Benalmádena Tapas Route (Sept 22–28)
Taste your way through the town with dozens of bars and restaurants offering special tapas and drinks at a set price.
El Sabor a Cómpeta – A Taste of Cómpeta (Sept 27)
Over 50 nationalities turn Cómpeta’s plaza into a global food fair. From Asian street food to Andalusian classics, all proceeds go to local charities.

Comic-Con Málaga – Concerts & Afterparties (Sept 25–28)
By day it’s comics, cosplay, and gaming; by night the city lights up with concerts and themed afterparties across Málaga.
Mora in Concert – Fuengirola (Sept 27)
Reggaeton sensation Mora brings his Lo Mismo de la Otra tour to Marenostrum Fuengirola — a huge night by the castle walls.
Studio Club – Torremolinos (Sept 26–27)
A weekend of underground electronic music featuring Marcel Dettmann and Âme Live, putting Torremolinos on the European club map.
Marbella Beach Club Closings (Sept 26–28)
Ocean Club’s All Black Party, Nikki Beach’s iconic Red Party, Naô Pool Club’s Rêve Festival, and more — the grand finale of summer.
Flamenco Tablaos – Málaga (Daily, Sept 22–28)
Alegría, El Gallo Ronco, and Teatro Flamenco Club offer authentic nightly performances — guitars, dancing, and song in intimate settings.
Candlelight Concerts – Málaga (Sept 22–28)
Classical and contemporary tributes under candlelight, from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons to Ed Sheeran vs. Coldplay.

🏄 Sports & Outdoor Activities

Supercopa Endesa – Málaga (Sept 27–28)
Spain’s top basketball teams clash at Martín Carpena Arena. A weekend of elite sport and festival-like atmosphere, perfect for fans and families.
Rallye Gibralfaro – Rincón de la Victoria (Sept 27–28)
The 34th edition of this Andalusian classic, with cars racing through Axarquía’s mountain roads. Tradition, speed, and stunning scenery combined.
Let’s Get Active 💪
Pilates & Brunch – Marbella (Sept 22) – Stretch and refuel in style at Kimpton Los Monteros.
Outdoor Pilates – La Mairena (Sept 22–23) – Mountain views, fresh air, and mindful movement.

- Vinyasa Yoga – Mijas (Sept 22) – Small-group practice with Lisa, great for all levels.
- Fitness Walk – Torre del Mar (Ongoing) – A guided walk combining exercise and sightseeing.
- Acequia del Toril Hike – Málaga (Sept 27) – A guided trek through historic irrigation channels.
- Lomas de Chíllar Wet Walk – Nerja (Ongoing) – Splash through streams and pools on this refreshing hike.
- Nautical Training – Benalmádena (Sept 27) – Hands-on boating practice sessions on the Med.

📻 Closing Notes

That’s Episode 37 of the Málaga Radio Weekly Diary — a week of ferias, culture, food, concerts, beach parties, and sport. Whether you’re here for a holiday or listening from abroad, our podcasts and live shows keep you connected to the Costa del Sol.

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