The Feria de San Miguel de Torremolinos 2026 will once again turn the Málaga municipality into one of the Costa del Sol’s great meeting points during the month of September. The celebration combines tradition, music, gastronomy, family activities, shows, attractions, and religious acts in honor of San Miguel Arcángel, patron saint of Torremolinos.
In 2026, the festivities will include a pre-fair from September 16 to 19, the traditional Romería de San Miguel on Sunday the 20th, and the fair itself, which will run from Friday the 25th to Tuesday, September 29.
In addition, the official program places special emphasis on an inclusive, safe and accessible fair, with adapted spaces, measures for people with ASD and functional diversity, PMR (reduced-mobility) zones, information points, and various resources aimed at improving the experience for all visitors.
Important: the official program states that the schedule may be subject to change, so it’s advisable to check the times before attending.
When is the Feria de San Miguel de Torremolinos 2026?
The Feria de San Miguel 2026 will run from September 25 to 29, Friday through Tuesday.
These are the main dates:
| Date | Celebration |
|---|---|
| September 16–19 | Pre-fair |
| September 20 | Romería de San Miguel |
| September 22–24 | Triduum in honor of San Miguel Arcángel |
| September 25 | Fair opening |
| September 26 | Day and night fair |
| September 27 | Day and night fair |
| September 28 | Eve of the Day of San Miguel |
| September 29 | Day of San Miguel and fair closing |
Where is the Feria de San Miguel held?
The Feria de San Miguel is not concentrated in a single space. The celebration is fundamentally divided between the center of Torremolinos, where the daytime fair takes place, and the Fairground (Recinto Ferial), the star of the nighttime fair.
The daytime fair lets you explore different points around the center and enjoy musical performances, festive atmosphere, gastronomy, bars and terraces. At night, the spotlight shifts to the Fairground, where the marquees (casetas), attractions and main concerts are concentrated.
Main locations
Torremolinos Fairground
This is the main stage for the nighttime fair. Here you’ll find:
- Marquees (casetas).
- Attractions area.
- Príncipe de Asturias Municipal Auditorium.
- Children’s Municipal Marquee.
- Associations and Senior Citizens’ Municipal Marquee.
- Various information, accessibility and security services.
Plaza de España
This is where the opening proclamation (pregón) and the screening of the opening video will take place.
Plaza Pablo Ruiz Picasso
This will host various activities and will be the stage for the grand closing concert by El Kanka, on September 29 at 8:00 PM.
Plaza Costa del Sol
One of the key spaces for the daytime fair and the stage for various cultural activities.
Plaza de San Miguel
This will host part of the daytime program and, on September 29, the Mass in honor of the patron saint.
Plaza de la Nogalera
Another major meeting point during the daytime fair, with musical performances.
Plaza de la Unión Europea
This will also feature music, dance and activities organized by local organizations.
Torremolinos Bullring (Plaza de Toros)
On Friday and Saturday nights it will host the RECREO festival, while on Monday the 28th it will host the equestrian show Ritmo a Caballo.
Pre-fair of San Miguel: activities from September 16 to 19
The celebration will kick off before the official fair with various free events between September 16 and 19:
Wednesday the 16th and Thursday the 17th
At 6:30 PM, the Pablo Ruiz Picasso Cultural Center will host the panel sessions of the Copla Fair “El Rocío de los Cielos”.
Antonio Manuel, Cristina del Águila, Editorial Dos Bigotes and Marcos Sevilla will take part, with Roy del Postigo as moderator.
Admission will be free until capacity is reached.
Friday the 18th
At 8:00 PM, there will be a tribute gala to Rocío Jurado, with Roberto Aragón accompanied on piano by Carmen Vidal.
Admission will also be free until capacity is reached.
Saturday the 19th
The day will continue with the 31st Amigos de los Clásicos Gathering, which will set off from Plaza Blas Infante at 10:45 AM and follow a route through different areas of Torremolinos before arriving at the Fairground.
In the afternoon, starting at 7:30 PM, Plaza Costa del Sol will host performances by Biri Biri Band and Estrella Negra, as part of the Spanish pop-rock program.
Romería de San Miguel 2026: September 20
Before the five days of the fair begin, Torremolinos will celebrate one of its most important events: the Romería de San Miguel, which will take place on Sunday, September 20.
Romería Schedule
9:00 AM — Ermita de San Miguel (Hermitage)
Blessing of the pilgrims and departure of the patron saint.
9:30 AM — Avenida de Los Manantiales
Gathering of the Romería de San Miguel.
9:45 AM — Avenida de Los Manantiales
Pilgrimage Mass in honor of San Miguel Arcángel, sung by the Coro Rociero San Miguel.
10:30 AM — Romería departs
The procession will travel along:
- Avenida de Los Manantiales.
- Plaza Costa del Sol.
- Avenida Palma de Mallorca.
- Avenida Joan Miró.
- Calle Rafael Quintana Rosado.
- Carretera de Benalmádena.
- Cruce del Pozuelo.
- Los Pinares.
The romería also includes the traditional Cart and Tractor Contest, with prizes for the best-decorated tractor and cart and the liveliest, most festively themed entries. Prizes will be awarded on Saturday, September 26.
Music at Los Pinares
Starting at 4:45 PM, the esplanade of the Ermita de San Miguel will host musical performances by:
- Ulises Serrano.
- Carlos Bravo.
- Los del Río, as the headline act.
Feria de San Miguel 2026: full program
Friday, September 25: opening
The fair will officially begin on Friday, September 25.
Proclamation and opening
8:30 PM — Plaza de España
The 41st Fair Proclamation (Pregón) will be held, delivered by the Gómez Quesada Family (Los Pollones).
This will be followed by a flamenco recital by Borja Cortés.
At 9:30 PM the opening video will be screened, and at 10:00 PM the artistic lighting will be switched on along with the official opening of the fair.
Children’s activities
Starting at 8:30 PM, the Children’s Municipal Marquee will feature entertainment, theater and workshops, including:
- El Mercader.
- La verdadera historia de la Bruja del Oeste.
Admission will be free until capacity is reached.
Music at the Associations and Senior Citizens’ Marquee
Starting at 10:00 PM:
- Orquesta Metrópolis.
- Araceli González.
Falete concert
11:30 PM — Príncipe de Asturias Municipal Auditorium
The headline act for the first night will be Falete.
Admission will be free until capacity is reached, and there will be a reserved platform for people with reduced mobility.
RECREO Festival
From midnight to 4:00 AM, the Bullring will host the RECREO festival, with Jessy Ojeda and Recreo DJ’s, alongside:
- Oro Jondo.
- Holycharly.
- Da Rossi.
- Nazaria.
Admission will be free until capacity is reached.
Saturday, September 26
The second day combines equestrian activities, the daytime fair, children’s events and concerts.
Horseback parade and 2nd Harnessing Contest
12:30 PM — Plot adjacent to Aqualand, Calle Cuba
The route will pass through Avenida de los Manantiales, Isabel Manoja, Avenida Joan Miró, Rafael Quintana, the Town Hall, Avenida de la Libertad and the Fairground, with arrival expected around 1:30 PM.
Daytime fair
Starting at 1:00 PM, Plaza San Miguel will feature music and dance by Lázaro Cruz, organized by the Hermandad Nuestra Señora del Rocío de Torremolinos.
At the same time, in Plaza de la Unión Europea, the Orquesta Alboreá will perform.
Starting at 2:00 PM, Plaza de la Nogalera will feature Money Makers and Capitán Vinilo.
Children’s activities
At 8:30 PM:
- En busca del cofre encantado.
- Theater: Magic on Air.
Los Aslándticos concert
10:30 PM — Príncipe de Asturias Municipal Auditorium
The night will open with Ochentados and continue with Los Aslándticos as the headline act.
Sunday, September 27
Sunday will be especially packed with cultural and musical events.
Flamenco cajón master class
12:30 PM — Plaza Costa del Sol
A flamenco cajón master class for sevillanas will be held, with the instrument provided by the organizers.
Taking part will be:
- Francis Cerdán, guitar.
- Rocío La Boterita, vocals.
- Isaac García and Lorena Negrillo, percussion.
Registration must be done through the Torremolinos Despega App before Friday, September 25 at 12:00 PM.
Daytime fair
From 1:00 PM there will be activities in Plaza San Miguel and Plaza Unión Europea.
In Plaza de la Nogalera, Mr. Proper and Money Makers will perform starting at 2:00 PM.
Children’s program
At 8:30 PM:
- Escuela de Exploradores.
- Theater: Un viaje extraordinario con Julio Verne.
Pepe y Vizio concert
10:30 PM — Príncipe de Asturias Municipal Auditorium
Curro will perform beforehand, followed by the headline act, Pepe y Vizio.
Monday, September 28
The eve of the Day of San Miguel will have an especially varied program.
Daytime fair
From 1:00 PM:
- Plaza San Miguel: Lázaro Cruz.
- Plaza Unión Europea: Ulises Serrano.
- Plaza de la Nogalera: Mr. Proper and Money Makers.
Floral offering to San Miguel
5:30 PM — Plaza Pablo Ruiz Picasso
The floral offering will be accompanied by the Panda de Verdiales Arroyo Conca.
Gathering will begin at 5:30 PM and departure at 6:00 PM, following the route:
Calle Madre del Buen Consejo → Avenida de los Manantiales → Plaza Costa del Sol → Calle San Miguel → Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel.
Equestrian show
7:00–9:00 PM — Bullring
Ritmo a Caballo will feature the dancer Esperanza Márquez.
Admission will be free until capacity is reached.
Torremolinos Dance Festival
9:30 PM — Municipal Auditorium
Taking part will be:
- Asociación Folclórica Cultural Juan Navarro.
- Cuadro Flamenco Manuel Roldán.
- Centro The Royal Family, Lucía Barroso.
Tuesday, September 29: Day of San Miguel
September 29 is the biggest day of the festivities, when Torremolinos pays tribute to its patron saint.
Departure of the float (trono)
9:00 AM — Parroquia de San Miguel
Departure of the San Miguel Arcángel float.
Mass
9:30 AM — Plaza San Miguel
Mass in honor of the patron saint, sung by the Coro Rociero San Miguel Arcángel.
Procession of San Miguel
10:45 AM — Torremolinos town center
The procession will travel along:
- Plaza San Miguel.
- Calle Santos Arcángeles.
- Calle Danza Invisible.
- Avenida Joan Miró.
- Calle Doctor Jiménez Encina.
- Calle García de la Serna.
- Calle Rafael Quintana Rosado.
- Calle Europa.
- Avenida Isabel Manoja.
- Calle Río Arba.
- Calle Madre del Buen Consejo.
- Avenida de los Manantiales.
- Plaza Costa del Sol.
- Calle San Miguel.
- Return to the parish church.
The procession will be accompanied by the 4th Tercio de la Legión de Ronda.
Daytime fair
The celebration will continue in the center with music and dance in different squares:
- Plaza Unión Europea: Grupo Alboreá.
- Plaza San Miguel: Ulises Serrano.
- Plaza de la Nogalera: Mr. Proper and Money Makers.
El Kanka’s grand concert
8:00 PM — Plaza Pablo Ruiz Picasso
El Kanka will provide the closing musical highlight of the Feria de San Miguel 2026.
Children’s Day
Starting at 7:00 PM, the Attractions Area will celebrate Children’s Day, with reduced-price rides.
Daytime fair and nighttime fair
One of the best ways to enjoy the Feria de San Miguel is to experience both sides of the celebration.
Daytime fair
This mainly takes place in downtown Torremolinos and brings together music, dance, gastronomy and a festive atmosphere in squares such as:
- Plaza San Miguel.
- Plaza de la Unión Europea.
- Plaza de la Nogalera.
- Plaza Costa del Sol.
- Plaza Pablo Ruiz Picasso.
The daytime fair lets you walk around different points of the center and combine the celebration with restaurants, bars, terraces and shops.
Nighttime fair
The spotlight moves to the Fairground, where the marquees, attractions, children’s shows and concerts are concentrated.
The Príncipe de Asturias Municipal Auditorium will be one of the fair’s main musical venues, while the Bullring will host events such as RECREO and other nighttime activities.
A fair especially designed for families
The Feria de San Miguel 2026 includes an extensive children’s program.
The Children’s Municipal Marquee, located at the Fitness Marquee, will feature entertainment, theater and workshops every night starting at 8:30 PM.
Among the scheduled offerings are:
- El Mercader.
- La verdadera historia de la Bruja del Oeste.
- En busca del cofre encantado.
- Magic on Air.
- Escuela de Exploradores.
- Un viaje extraordinario con Julio Verne.
- Diverferia con Lilo y Stitch.
- Cantolandia.
In addition, September 29 marks Children’s Day, with reduced-price rides.
An inclusive and accessible Feria de San Miguel
One of the standout features of the 2026 edition is the number of measures aimed at improving accessibility.
The official program dedicates specific spaces to services for people with reduced mobility, functional diversity and sensory needs.
Information point
The Information Point will be located in Plaza de España, where visitors can check the map and pick up the fair program.
Accessible parking
In the area around the Palacio San Miguel there will be reserved spaces for people with reduced mobility. A valid parking permit will be required.
PMR platform
The Municipal Auditorium will have a reserved platform for people with reduced mobility and functional diversity, plus one companion.
Advance booking can be made by phone at 952 37 95 53 or through the Torremolinos Despega App.
Sensory-friendly route
The fair will feature a sensory-friendly route (camino sensible), an alternative, quieter path designed for people with ASD, high sensitivity or other sensory needs.
Its goal is to avoid the areas with the greatest concentration of lights, noise and crowds.
Music-free hours on the rides
Every day, between 7:30 and 8:30 PM, the children’s attractions area will operate without music playback equipment to help people with ASD and other sensory sensitivities.
Other services
The following have also been arranged:
- Ear protectors.
- ID wristbands for children.
- Accreditation to avoid ride queues for people with ASD and functional diversity.
- Friendly spaces for children and young people.
- Safety route to the Local Police station.
- Breastfeeding room.
- Program accessible via Navilens.
- Inclusive point in Plaza de España.
Safety during the Feria de San Miguel
The 2026 edition also includes various safety and prevention resources.
There will be Violet and Rainbow Points, both during the Romería and during the fair nights. On the fairground, these will be located next to the Municipal Auditorium.
A Nightlife Care Service will also be set up, aimed at prevention and harm reduction among young people.
A WhatsApp line will be available during the fair: 620 028 418.
Prevention measures include informational games, breathalyzer tests and interactive activities designed to show the effects of alcohol and cannabis.
How to get to the Feria de San Miguel de Torremolinos?
Torremolinos is one of the best-connected municipalities on the Costa del Sol, so there are several ways to get there.
By train
For many visitors, the Cercanías C-1 commuter line is one of the most convenient options.
The Málaga–Fuengirola line has several stations in Torremolinos: Los Álamos, La Colina, Torremolinos, Montemar-Alto and El Pinillo. The Torremolinos station is located in the La Nogalera area, very close to the center.
This is especially handy if you want to enjoy the daytime fair without needing a car.
From Málaga
The C-1 line connects Málaga directly with Torremolinos. Málaga-María Zambrano station is also connected to the Cercanías network.
From Málaga Airport
Torremolinos is located approximately 5 kilometers from Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport and is connected via the Cercanías commuter train.
By bus
Various intercity bus lines connect Torremolinos with Málaga, Benalmádena and other Costa del Sol municipalities.
By car
Torremolinos is connected to the Costa del Sol road network via the A-7, AP-7 and N-340.
However, on the busiest days it may be more convenient to leave the car in a parking area and get around on foot or by public transport, especially to reach the center.
Tips for enjoying the Feria de San Miguel 2026
If you’re planning to visit Torremolinos during the fair, these tips can help you make the most of the experience:
1. Plan each day
The program spans different venues, so it’s worth checking beforehand where each activity is held.
2. Combine the daytime and nighttime fair
A good approach is to start in the center, enjoy the food and performances in the squares, and head to the Fairground afterward.
3. Use the train whenever possible
The La Nogalera station is especially convenient for those wanting to reach the center without worrying about parking.
4. Arrive early for concerts
Although many shows are free, the program notes that admission is until capacity is reached.
5. If traveling with children, take advantage of the accessibility measures
The music-free hours on the rides, the sensory-friendly route, ID wristbands and friendly spaces can be especially useful for families.
6. Book PMR services in advance
If you need to use the reserved platform at the Municipal Auditorium, it’s best to arrange the booking beforehand by calling 952 37 95 53.
7. Book accommodation early
September remains a period of high tourist activity on the Costa del Sol, and the Feria de San Miguel draws both domestic and international visitors. If you’re planning to spend several days in Torremolinos, booking accommodation in advance can help you find better options.
Is it worth staying in Torremolinos during the fair?
Yes, especially if you want to enjoy several days of festivities.
The main advantage of staying in Torremolinos during these dates is that you can combine the fair with the rest of the town’s attractions: Torremolinos beaches such as El Bajondillo, La Carihuela, Playamar and Los Álamos, restaurants, terraces, nightlife and strolls through the center.
In addition, thanks to good rail and road connections, Torremolinos can be used as a base for visiting other parts of the Costa del Sol.
Another interesting option is staying in Benalmádena, a neighboring town very well connected to Torremolinos.
Frequently asked questions about the Feria de San Miguel de Torremolinos 2026
Where is the Torremolinos Fairground located?
The fairground is the space set aside for the nighttime fair and houses the marquees, attractions and the Príncipe de Asturias Municipal Auditorium.
How much does it cost to enter the Feria de San Miguel?
General admission to the fair is free. Many concerts and shows are also free, though subject to capacity. Rides and food/drink at the marquees have a separate cost.
Which artists will perform at the Feria de San Miguel 2026?
Among the standout performances are:
- Falete, Friday the 25th.
- Los Aslándticos, Saturday the 26th.
- Pepe y Vizio, Sunday the 27th.
- Juan Navarro, Manuel Roldán and Lucía Barroso, Monday the 28th.
- El Kanka, Tuesday the 29th.
- Los del Río, during the Romería on September 20.
What time does El Kanka perform?
El Kanka will perform on Tuesday, September 29 at 8:00 PM in Plaza Pablo Ruiz Picasso.
Are there activities for children?
Yes. The program includes a Children’s Municipal Marquee with shows, theater and workshops every night, plus Children’s Day on September 29, with reduced-price rides.
Are there activities for people with ASD?
Yes. The fair includes a daily 7:30 to 8:30 PM music-free period on the children’s rides, as well as a sensory-friendly route, queue-skip accreditation, ear protectors and other resources.
Are there areas for people with reduced mobility?
Yes. The Municipal Auditorium will have a PMR platform, and there will also be accessible parking in the area around the Palacio San Miguel. The platform requires advance booking.
Is there public transport to reach the fair?
Yes. Torremolinos has several Cercanías C-1 stations and bus connections with Málaga and other Costa del Sol municipalities.
Where can I check the official program?
The official program contains the full schedule, times, locations and services for the Feria de San Miguel 2026. The document itself notes that the program may be subject to change.
Looking for accommodation to enjoy the Feria de San Miguel?
If you’re thinking about traveling to Torremolinos to enjoy the Feria de San Miguel, staying several days on the Costa del Sol will let you enjoy the fair at a relaxed pace while also taking advantage of the beaches, restaurants and other attractions of Torremolinos and Benalmádena.
At VACATION BENALMÁDENA & TORREMOLINOS you’ll find a selection of vacation rentals in Torremolinos and in Benalmádena, including apartments, houses and villas with different capacities, pools, parking and other amenities.
You can check availability and find the accommodation that best suits your trip:
