Malaga Carnival 2026
Dates and programme for Malaga Carnival 2026
In this article, you will find essential information about Malaga Carnival 2026:
- A few words about Malaga
- The 2026 Carnival dates
- The Carnival programme
- Booking accommodation
- Things to do in Malaga
- Some useful links
- The major traditional ferias of Andalusia
A few words about Malaga
Malaga, capital of the Costa del Sol, is a beautiful city and well worth a visit in its own right.
Founded by the Phoenicians, this city has a prestigious past and offers an incredibly rich historical and artistic heritage. You’ll need several days to properly visit Malaga, the Mālaqah of Al-Andalus.
During Malaga Carnival, and to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, here is a link to discover the unusual and secret side of Malaga.
Note: the following link allows you to book several tours of Malaga online with English-speaking guides. These tours can be private.
2026 Malaga Carnival dates
The 2026 Malaga Carnival will take place from 7 to 15 February.
2026 Malaga Carnival programme
Note: The street programme for Malaga Carnival is shown. However, there is also a programme for the Official Malaga Carnival Group Competition (COAC), where brass bands, troupes, choirs and quartets (murgas, comparsas, coros y cuartetos) compete at the Cervantes Theatre.
February 6 – 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Grand Finale of the Official Choir Competition
Cervantes Theatre C. Ramos Marín,
Final coplas battle at the Cervantes Theatre.
February 7
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Official Speech of the Málaga Carnival
9:00 PM – 11:30 PM Election of King Momo and the Goddess of the Málaga Carnival
Sun, February 8
– 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Children’s Proclamation – Constitution Square
– 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Election of the Prince and Princess, Child King Momo and Child Goddess
– 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM ‘Carnival in your neighborhood’, Carnival paella at Palma-Palmilla
– 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Grand Parade of the Málaga Carnival
February 14
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Battle of the Flowers – Constitution Square
10:00 PM – 11:30 PM Concert by Mr. Proper – Constitution Square
February 15
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Piñata Sunday: Grand Boqueroná, Constitution Square
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Parade of the Gods and Animation
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM Burial of the Boquerón (Malagueta Beach)
Booking accommodation in Malaga
To book accommodation in Malaga at the best price, it is advisable to do so well in advance.
For those staying on the Costa del Sol and wishing to visit Andalusia, here are 9 wonderful excursions from Malaga.
Book activities in Malaga
Below you will find the best guided tours and activities on offer in Malaga.
You can also book them online today (with free cancellation):
You can with this link purchase an entrance ticket for the Caminito del Rey.
You can also book an excursion to the Caminito del Rey directly from Malaga, Torremolinos, Fuengirola, and Benalmadena:
Some useful links for your trip to Andalusia
- A map of Andalusia. It is an interactive map; simply click on each city to see the best places to visit.
- Here’s an idea for those lucky enough to be continuing their stay in Andalucia: after the feria, treat yourself to a wellness retreat in Andalucia on one of the following themes: yoga, pilates, meditation, detox or ayurveda.
- If you’re planning a trip to the Costa del Sol, you’ll also find some great wellness retreat ideas in and around Marbella.
The great ferias of Andalucia:
The Malaga Feria 2026 in August
The Romeria Pilgrimage El Rocio 2026 in May
Patio Festival in Cordoba 2026 in May
Cadiz Carnival 2026 in February
Ronda Romantic Fair in May
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