If you are looking for things to do in Marbella in 2018 then check out our calendar below packed with fun activities, ferias, must-visit places and sightseeing tours that are scheduled to take place in and around Marbella in May of 2018!
1 May
20:00 – Walking football
We play every Tuesday evening from 8pm on the 5-a-side pitches at the San Pedro football stadium. So if you love your football but have not played for a few years, then come along and give it a go. You will make new friends, get fit and perhaps even score a few goals!
13:00 till 24:00 – XXIV Feria Internacional de los Pueblos de Fuengirola
The XXIV International Fair of the People (FIP) of Fuengirola will offer a unique experience between the 27th of April until the 1st of May. Each stall at the fair will represent a country and will be adorned with the traditional products of each of them such typical clothing, crafts, music, dances and a lot of attractions and food. The visitor will have the opportunity to enjoy the customs, folklore and gastronomy of the more than 30 countries gathered in the city, with affordable prices and the charm of an Andalusian fair.
All day – Spring Festival in Coin
During these festivities the town celebrates the labour of the people of coin and the fertility of the land of Coín. There will be a traditional fair, markets, lots of kids activities and of course many stands where you can taste the fine food produced locally combined with a local brew.
2 May
11:30 – Picasso Museum Guided Tour
The Malaga Picasso museum offers a rich experience in museum culture that children may find fascinating. Picasso’s wide use of style, materials and technique can captivate the interest of both young and old.
24:00 – Free flamenco show in Mijas Pueblo
All day – Feria of Coin – Día de La Cruz
Enjoy the Coin feria with a variety of entertainment options. On the marketplace in Coin (next to the hospital) you will find the main entertainment tent with live music and many different stands serving food & drinks as well as a small fair ground with lots of attractions for all ages! The feria offers many different activities throughout the day and there’s a party until the small hours of the night on the main square.
3 May
All day event – Special Discounts
Enjoy special discounts, live music, free tastings and more when you go to the the Old Town in Marbella on Thursdays.
11 AM – Rio Verde Villa Romana, Roman Ruins Guided Tour
Situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, this remarkable archeological site is well worth the journey. The two hour tour is free.
For more information Rio Verde Villa Romana
17:00 – Cruces de Mayo (torrox)
The exaltation of the True Cross has been celebrated since the Reconquest by the Catholic monarchs, for which the Christians made their crosses with religious elements.
La Cruz en Torrox, celebrated on 3 May, is especially characteristic, with a series of altars staggered in an odd number in the shape of a pyramid.
The crucifix, as the most important symbol, is placed on the highest altar with a mirror behind it. Mastranto, an aromatic plant found in the humid areas of the town, is placed on the ground and above it there are offerings of seasonal fruit, flowers, dolls and an apple with scissors in it. There is a belief that the scissors stuck in the apple are for the person who has no faith in the Cross to cut his or her tongue. Vases of flowers featuring white carnations are placed on the sides of the altars and large numbers of leafy pots are placed around them.
All day – Pilgrimage & Procession of Santo Cristo de la Sierra
The first weekend of May, in the Malaga town of Valle de Abdalajís, belonging to the region of Guadalhorce, the traditional pilgrimage and procession of the Santo Cristo de la Sierra, a festival declared of Unique Tourist Attraction of the Province, is celebrated.
The Pilgrimage of the Santísimo Cristo de la Sierra was celebrated for the first time in 1954, organised by the Cristo de la Sierra brotherhood of the time, coinciding with the inauguration of the reconstruction of the hermitage that was destroyed in 1936.
Prior to the pilgrimage, on the Thursday beforehand, the descent of the Christ takes place from the chapel to the temple of San Lorenzo, adorning the town with palms and flowers. It is a tradition in which the throne of the Christ is carried by young women and is accompanied by a band of drums and a cornet and a processional choir.
On Friday, a procession of 30 floats from Malaga will take you to the Abdalajís Valley.
All day – Feria of Coin – Día de La Cruz
Enjoy the Coin feria with a variety of entertainment options. On the marketplace in Coin (next to the hospital) you will find the main entertainment tent with live music and many different stands serving food & drinks as well as a small fair ground with lots of attractions for all ages! The feria offers many different activities throughout the day and there’s a party until the small hours of the night on the main square.
4 May
11AM Rio Verde Villa Romana, Roman Ruins Guided Tour
Situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, this remarkable archeological site is well worth the journey. The two hour tour is free.
For more information Rio Verde Villa Romana
All day – Pilgrimage & Procession of Santo Cristo de la Sierra
The first weekend of May, in the Malaga town of Valle de Abdalajís, belonging to the region of Guadalhorce, the traditional pilgrimage and procession of the Santo Cristo de la Sierra, a festival declared of Unique Tourist Attraction of the Province, is celebrated.
The Pilgrimage of the Santísimo Cristo de la Sierra was celebrated for the first time in 1954, organised by the Cristo de la Sierra brotherhood of the time, coinciding with the inauguration of the reconstruction of the hermitage that was destroyed in 1936.
Prior to the pilgrimage, on the Thursday beforehand, the descent of the Christ takes place from the chapel to the temple of San Lorenzo, adorning the town with palms and flowers. It is a tradition in which the throne of the Christ is carried by young women and is accompanied by a band of drums and a cornet and a processional choir.
On Friday, a procession of 30 floats from Malaga will take you to the Abdalajís Valley.
All day – Feria of Coin – Día de Feria de Dia
Enjoy the Coin feria with a variety of entertainment options. On the marketplace in Coin (next to the hospital) you will find the main entertainment tent with live music and many different stands serving food & drinks as well as a small fair ground with lots of attractions for all ages! The feria offers many different activities throughout the day and there’s a party until the small hours of the night on the main square.
5 May
9AM – 2PM – Puerto Banus Street Market
The weekly Puerto Banus Street Market is among the most popular local bazaars and is bustling with great deals to be found every weekend. This market is held every Saturday and everyone in the family is sure to find something interesting.
You’ll find this market located adjacent to the bull ring in Nueva Andalucia, walking distance from downtown Puerto Banus. For those who love street shopping, this is sure to be a highlight of your weekend.
10AM – Dog Walking Volunteers at TrippleA
Triple A is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping and protecting abandoned animals in Marbella and San Pedro Alcántara, a team of volunteers and professionals who, day after day, give their time and energy to improve the livelihood of countless animals without a home. You too can help by volunteering to dog walk every Saturday between 10:00-15:00. Make sure to wear suitable clothing and have sun protection.
10AM – 1PM – Organic Market Guadalhorce, Las Chapas
Fresh organic produce and goods direct from farmers and producers.
10:30 – 22:00 Yoga Festival in the Castle (Sohail, Fuengirola)
The second edition of the Yoga Festival at the Castle will be held in Fuengirola from 10:30. Yoga, vegan cooking, meditation etc. There will be Airyoga, Music, Stands, vegan food and many likeminded yoga enthusiasts to mingle with.
10:00 – 19:00 – Learn how to grow your own garden
Get the opportunity to learn how to grow your own food in a natural and sustainable way. The course is part of the EUTOPIA project within which we work to promote food sovereignty and a resilient lifestyle, through urban gardens. With this course we encourage you to cultivate your own garden and we accompany you in the implementation, management and good work of a healthy, nutritious and natural garden throughout the year. You will learn theory and practice using natural seasons and care, cultivation and harvest of food and other beneficial plants.
All day – Pilgrimage & Procession of Santo Cristo de la Sierra
The first weekend of May, in the Malaga town of Valle de Abdalajís, belonging to the region of Guadalhorce, the traditional pilgrimage and procession of the Santo Cristo de la Sierra, a festival declared of Unique Tourist Attraction of the Province, is celebrated.
The Pilgrimage of the Santísimo Cristo de la Sierra was celebrated for the first time in 1954, organised by the Cristo de la Sierra brotherhood of the time, coinciding with the inauguration of the reconstruction of the hermitage that was destroyed in 1936.
Prior to the pilgrimage, on the Thursday beforehand, the descent of the Christ takes place from the chapel to the temple of San Lorenzo, adorning the town with palms and flowers. It is a tradition in which the throne of the Christ is carried by young women and is accompanied by a band of drums and a cornet and a processional choir.
On Friday, a procession of 30 floats from Malaga will take you to the Abdalajís Valley.
All day – Feria of Coin – 2a dia de Feria de Dia
Enjoy the Coin feria with a variety of entertainment options. On the marketplace in Coin (next to the hospital) you will find the main entertainment tent with live music and many different stands serving food & drinks as well as a small fair ground with lots of attractions for all ages! The feria offers many different activities throughout the day and there’s a party until the small hours of the night on the main square.
6 May
9AM to 2 PM – Second hand market Benahavis
If you’re looking for something different to do on a sunny Sunday that’s not too far from Marbella Town and enjoy a good rummage around a market or need a specific item than this market is for you. Please note that this market can sometimes be cancelled due to weather or other events being organized so do feel free to check other sauces before you trip up to Benahavis.
10:30 – 22:00 Yoga Festival in the Castle (Sohail, Fuengirola)
The second edition of the Yoga Festival at the Castle will be held in Fuengirola from 10:30. Yoga, vegan cooking, meditation etc. There will be Airyoga, Music, Stands, vegan food and many likeminded yoga enthusiasts to mingle with.
10:00 – La Concha Climb
Starting from “Refugio de Juanar” at 10Am this climb is not for the faint hearted, but the views are a fantastic reward. Climb La Concha with likeminded enthusiasts.
All day – Pilgrimage & Procession of Santo Cristo de la Sierra
The first weekend of May, in the Malaga town of Valle de Abdalajís, belonging to the region of Guadalhorce, the traditional pilgrimage and procession of the Santo Cristo de la Sierra, a festival declared of Unique Tourist Attraction of the Province, is celebrated.
The Pilgrimage of the Santísimo Cristo de la Sierra was celebrated for the first time in 1954, organised by the Cristo de la Sierra brotherhood of the time, coinciding with the inauguration of the reconstruction of the hermitage that was destroyed in 1936.
Prior to the pilgrimage, on the Thursday beforehand, the descent of the Christ takes place from the chapel to the temple of San Lorenzo, adorning the town with palms and flowers. It is a tradition in which the throne of the Christ is carried by young women and is accompanied by a band of drums and a cornet and a processional choir.
On Friday, a procession of 30 floats from Malaga will take you to the Abdalajís Valley.
All day – Feria of Coin – 3ª Día de Feria de Día
Enjoy the last day of the Coin feria with a variety of entertainment options. On the marketplace in Coin (next to the hospital) you will find the main entertainment tent with live music and many different stands serving food & drinks as well as a small fair ground with lots of attractions for all ages! The feria offers many different activities throughout the day and there’s a party until the small hours of the night on the main square.
9 May
11:30 – Picasso Museum Guided Tour
The Malaga Picasso museum offers a rich experience in museum culture that children may find fascinating. Picasso’s wide use of style, materials and technique can captivate the interest of both young and old.
24:00 – Free flamenco show in Mijas Pueblo
10 May
All day event – Special Discounts
Enjoy special discounts, live music, free tastings and more when you go to the the Old Town in Marbella on Thursdays.
11 AM – Rio Verde Villa Romana, Roman Ruins Guided Tour
Situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, this remarkable archeological site is well worth the journey. The two hour tour is free.
For more information Rio Verde Villa Romana
11 May
11AM Rio Verde Villa Romana, Roman Ruins Guided Tour
Situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, this remarkable archeological site is well worth the journey. The two hour tour is free.
For more information Rio Verde Villa Romana
12 May
9AM – 2PM – Puerto Banus Street Market
The weekly Puerto Banus Street Market is among the most popular local bazaars and is bustling with great deals to be found every weekend. This market is held every Saturday and everyone in the family is sure to find something interesting.
You’ll find this market located adjacent to the bull ring in Nueva Andalucia, walking distance from downtown Puerto Banus. For those who love street shopping, this is sure to be a highlight of your weekend.
10AM – Dog Walking Volunteers at Tripple A
Triple A is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping and protecting abandoned animals in Marbella and San Pedro Alcántara, a team of volunteers and professionals who, day after day, give their time and energy to improve the livelihood of countless animals without a home. You too can help by volunteering to dog walk every Saturday between 10:00-15:00. Make sure to wear suitable clothing and have sun protection.
10AM – 1PM – Organic Market Guadalhorce, Las Chapas
Fresh organic produce and goods direct from farmers and producers.
13 May
9AM to 2 PM – Second hand market Benahavis
If you’re looking for something different to do on a sunny Sunday that’s not too far from Marbella Town and enjoy a good rummage around a market or need a specific item than this market is for you. Please note that this market can sometimes be cancelled due to weather or other events being organized so do feel free to check other sauces before you trip up to Benahavis.
16 May
11:30 – Picasso Museum Guided Tour
The Malaga Picasso museum offers a rich experience in museum culture that children may find fascinating. Picasso’s wide use of style, materials and technique can captivate the interest of both young and old.
24:00 – Free flamenco show in Mijas Pueblo
17 May
All day event – Special Discounts
Enjoy special discounts, live music, free tastings and more when you go to the the Old Town in Marbella on Thursdays.
11 AM – Rio Verde Villa Romana, Roman Ruins Guided Tour
Situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, this remarkable archeological site is well worth the journey. The two hour tour is free.
For more information Rio Verde Villa Romana
18 May
11AM Rio Verde Villa Romana, Roman Ruins Guided Tour
Situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, this remarkable archeological site is well worth the journey. The two hour tour is free.
For more information Rio Verde Villa Romana
All day – International Foreign Residents Day Torremolinos
Do you want to live the experience of tasting typical dishes and enjoy folklore from international residents? You’re in luck! A total of 27 representative clubs with the same amount of nationalities with actively participate in the celebration named the ’19th International Foreign Resident Day’, on Saturday the 18th of May.
As it is already a tradition, this unique celebration will have a fun and gastronomical nature. The opening parade put together by associations, clubs and folkloric groups with the largest number of residents in Torremolinos and joined by the Town’s Music Band will kick off the event at 11:30 am.
The aforementioned parade will leave from ‘Plaza de la Independencia‘ and will go down ‘Calle San Miguel‘ before reaching ‘Plaza La Nogalera‘. It’s there where the official group presentation will take place and the speciality cuisine tasting from various countries will start and will be enjoyed all through the day.
19 May
9AM – 2PM – Puerto Banus Street Market
The weekly Puerto Banus Street Market is among the most popular local bazaars and is bustling with great deals to be found every weekend. This market is held every Saturday and everyone in the family is sure to find something interesting.
You’ll find this market located adjacent to the bull ring in Nueva Andalucia, walking distance from downtown Puerto Banus. For those who love street shopping, this is sure to be a highlight of your weekend.
10AM – Dog Walking Volunteers at TrippleA
Triple A is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping and protecting abandoned animals in Marbella and San Pedro Alcántara, a team of volunteers and professionals who, day after day, give their time and energy to improve the livelihood of countless animals without a home. You too can help by volunteering to dog walk every Saturday between 10:00-15:00. Make sure to wear suitable clothing and have sun protection.
10AM – 1PM – Organic Market Guadalhorce, Las Chapas
Fresh organic produce and goods direct from farmers and producers.
20 May
9AM to 2 PM – Second hand market Benahavis
If you’re looking for something different to do on a sunny Sunday that’s not too far from Marbella Town and enjoy a good rummage around a market or need a specific item than this market is for you. Please note that this market can sometimes be cancelled due to weather or other events being organized so do feel free to check other sauces before you trip up to Benahavis.
All day – Festival of the Orange (Coin)
23 May
11:30 – Picasso Museum Guided Tour
The Malaga Picasso museum offers a rich experience in museum culture that children may find fascinating. Picasso’s wide use of style, materials and technique can captivate the interest of both young and old.
24:00 – Free flamenco show in Mijas Pueblo
24 May
All day event – Special Discounts
Enjoy special discounts, live music, free tastings and more when you go to the the Old Town in Marbella on Thursdays.
11 AM – Rio Verde Villa Romana, Roman Ruins Guided Tour
Situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, this remarkable archeological site is well worth the journey. The two hour tour is free.
For more information Rio Verde Villa Romana
25 May
11AM Rio Verde Villa Romana, Roman Ruins Guided Tour
Situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, this remarkable archeological site is well worth the journey. The two hour tour is free.
For more information Rio Verde Villa Romana
26 May
9AM – 2PM – Puerto Banus Street Market
The weekly Puerto Banus Street Market is among the most popular local bazaars and is bustling with great deals to be found every weekend. This market is held every Saturday and everyone in the family is sure to find something interesting.
You’ll find this market located adjacent to the bull ring in Nueva Andalucia, walking distance from downtown Puerto Banus. For those who love street shopping, this is sure to be a highlight of your weekend.
10AM – Dog Walking Volunteers at TrippleA
Triple A is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping and protecting abandoned animals in Marbella and San Pedro Alcántara, a team of volunteers and professionals who, day after day, give their time and energy to improve the livelihood of countless animals without a home. You too can help by volunteering to dog walk every Saturday between 10:00-15:00. Make sure to wear suitable clothing and have sun protection.
10AM – 1PM – Organic Market Guadalhorce, Las Chapas
Fresh organic produce and goods direct from farmers and producers.
27 May
9AM to 2 PM – Second hand market Benahavis
If you’re looking for something different to do on a sunny Sunday that’s not too far from Marbella Town and enjoy a good rummage around a market or need a specific item than this market is for you. Please note that this market can sometimes be cancelled due to weather or other events being organized so do feel free to check other sauces before you trip up to Benahavis.
30 May
11:30 – Picasso Museum Guided Tour
The Malaga Picasso museum offers a rich experience in museum culture that children may find fascinating. Picasso’s wide use of style, materials and technique can captivate the interest of both young and old.
24:00 – Free flamenco show in Mijas Pueblo
31 May
All day event – Special Discounts
Enjoy special discounts, live music, free tastings and more when you go to the the Old Town in Marbella on Thursdays.
11 AM – Rio Verde Villa Romana, Roman Ruins Guided Tour
Situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, this remarkable archeological site is well worth the journey. The two hour tour is free.
For more information Rio Verde Villa Romana
