Christmas in Malaga with activities and events in December

Are you visiting Malaga at Christmas? If you are in our province in December, you might be interested in some of the Christmas activities in our city. You will find a little bit of everything, from cultural activities to street markets or you can simply enjoy the best restaurants in the city. But Christmas goes beyond that, we can discover many other activities throughout our province, in other municipalities. Read below to find out what we recommend for Christmas in Malaga 2025-2026.

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Christmas activities in Malaga

December is here and we are already starting to feel Christmas in Malaga. During this month there are lots of activities to enjoy, both for young and old. We are going to propose 10 ideas for you to make the most of December in Malaga.

Christmas in our province is one of the best rated in Europe, so it is worth discovering it, and why not, you can plan a trip to our province this month. How does it sound to celebrate the new year in the main square of our city? It would certainly be a moment to remember, so we encourage you to visit us in December.

All Christmas activities in Malaga usually end after the Three Kings’ Parade and usually start at the end of November or beginning of December.

Keep reading to find out about some of the many activities you can do if you decide to visit Malaga at Christmas.

1. Christmas markets in Malaga

Malaga Christmas market opens at the end of November with dozens of stalls. It is a good opportunity to buy some typical products of our region and to enjoy a delicious chocolate with churros in front of Calle Larios, with its spectacular illumination.

You can find it in Paseo del Parque (approx. from late November 2025 to 6 January 2026, with around 90 stalls offering nativity scenes, toys and sweets). Another one at Muelle Uno (Chocoland, approx. late November to early January), and others in points like Plaza Antonio Banderas (El Corte Inglés).

Recommended products:

• Traditional sausage and black pudding from Malaga
• Churros with chocolate
• Artisan beer
• Olive oil
• Local cheese

There are markets all over the province. Some popular ones in Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola, Marbella, Estepona, and the Gran Feria Sabor a Málaga (early December).

2. Discover the new Christmas lighting

The official switch-on was on 28 November 2025. New design in Calle Larios: “Nativity of Light”, inspired in Nativity scenes, with light and sound show at approx. 18:30, 20:00 and 22:00 (except 24 and 31 December). Over 2 million LED points with sustainable technology.

The lights remain on until 6 January 2026.

• Location: Calle Larios (main) and across the city.
• When: 28 November 2025 to 6 January 2026.
• Light and music show: Approx. 18:30, 20:00 and 22:00.

Other illuminations in all districts and municipalities like Torremolinos, Fuengirola, Marbella, Estepona. Christmas Garden in the Botanical Garden La Concepción (approx. late November to early January).

3. Visit the most beautiful nativity scenes in Malaga at Christmas

The Town Hall publishes an official guide to nativity scenes (over 70 in 2025), with the Municipal Nativity at the Town Hall, the Cathedral’s and others in brotherhoods and cultural centres. Also artisanal and living scenes in municipalities across the province.

4. Dinner in a restaurant with a Michelin star

The province has over 10 Michelin-starred restaurants (list updated 2025). Some highlighted options:

• José Carlos García (Malaga Port).
• Kaleja, La Cosmo, etc.
• Others in the province: Sollo (Fuengirola), Messina (Marbella), etc.

5. Enjoy traditional dances and festivities at Christmas in Malaga

On 28 December (Innocents’ Day) the main Verdiales Festival is traditionally held in Puerto de la Torre, with competition between pandas of different styles (Montes, Almogía, Comares).

6. Taste the mantecados of Antequera

Try the traditional mantecados, polvorones, wine rolls and varieties with olive oil or pistachio.

7. Lucky grapes for the New Year in Malaga

The twelve grapes tradition is celebrated in Plaza de la Constitución, with grape and cotillion bags distributed by the Town Hall, chimes, live music and party until early morning. Also celebrations in other municipalities and spots like Muelle Uno.

8. Activities for children at Christmas

Highlights include the Parque de Navidad Hielo Azul at Auditorio Municipal Cortijo de Torres (from approx. 5 December 2025 to early January 2026), with Andalusia’s largest XXL ice rink, attractions and activities. Also workshops, storytelling and visits to Santa Claus in squares.

9. Christmas events in the Cervantes Theatre

“Christmas at Cervantes and Echegaray” cycle with family and children’s shows. Check the full programme at:
https://www.teatrocervantes.com/es/programacion/

10. The Three Kings’ Parade

On 5 January 2026, departure at 18:00 from the Town Hall, with floats and route through Avenida Cervantes, Paseo del Parque, Plaza de la Marina, Alameda Principal and centre. There are parades in all municipalities.

Transport during Christmas in Malaga

Public transport may vary routes or timetables during festivities. We are available 24/7 for transfers.

Want to know more Christmas events? Book your transfer and enjoy to the fullest.