Virgen Del Carmen Activities 2020
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Gibraltar Calling Music Festival

The popular music festival, MTV Gibratlar Calling, is back this month! The festival has grown in popularity every year and this year it’s later on in the month, meaning it won’t be as hot as pervious years, and it will be on Friday and Saturday instead of Saturday and Sunday as in previous year.
Feria del Cristo de Casares

The Feria del Cristo de Casares kicks off this weekend with a plethora of activities, including dancing, singing and general festivities on the streets. It’s the final feria of the year before kids return to school next week. The feria runs over 3 days.
Festival Nuevo Cine Andaluz – Casares

From September the 28th to the 6th of October the fifth edition of the New Andalusian Film Festival will be held in Casares (Málaga). The event includes in its official section a Fiction Feature Film Contest and another of Documentaries.
1 Oktoberfest 2018

The I Oktoberfest 2018 will be held on Friday October 19th in the Puntalmina area in Sabinillas. The festival is in collaboration with all the bars and restaurants in the Plaza de los Naranjos in Punta Almina, Sabinillas. There will be music and activities that will provide entertainment throughout the day from 6:00 pm to 12:00 pm.
“Life Full of Colours” Art Exhibition

The House of Las Tejerinas, located in the Plaza de Las Flores in Estepona, will host, from Friday, October 5, at 7:00 p.m., until October 23, the pictorial exhibition “Life full of colors”, by the Ukrainian artist Vladyslava May.
“La vie de château” Free Cinema in French

The Padre Manuel Cultural Centre in Estepona will host the screening of the film “La vie de château” (2017) on Thursday, October 18, at 8:00 p.m, a film directed by Modi Barry and Cédric Ido, with Jacky Ido and Tatiana Red among others, in original version in French, with subtitles in Spanish.
The Lito Blues Band – Best of Blues

THE LITO BLUES BAND concert will be held at the Padre Manuel Cultural Centre in Estepona on Friday, October 19, 2018, at 9:00 p.m. Energy, cohesion, sensitivity, freshness, emotion, professionalism … are some of the terms that come to mind when one attends a LITO BLUES BAND performance
The Passage of Terror

A terrifying story that you should not miss, aimed at lovers of strong emotions. For this, the Monument of the Castle of Castillo, an emblematic and spooky place, will change its usual appearance to make way for beings from beyond the grave
Manilva’s wine competition

The Tourism and Agriculture council have announced the event ‘Saborea Manilva’ which will take place from 7th to the 9th of December. It will include a Christmas market and many Christmas performances. On the 8th of December, a wine competition will take place from 11:30h and various prizes will be given out. Everyone is invited to attend, it will be a great way to get in the Christmas spirit!
Christmas fair attractions

Come to John Mackintosh Square in Gibraltar on the 1st of December to enjoy the Christmas fair attractions. It is perfect for families with children to get in the Christmas spirit!
Nutcracker Ballet

On the 7th and 8th of December, a ballet performance of the ‘Nutcracker’ will be carried out in the Teatro Auditorio Felipe VI in Estepona town. If you want to enjoy a beautiful show with more than 40 dancers on stage, you should definitely purchase the tickets for 35 euros each!
Letters for the 3 Kings

This Friday, January 4 will be the traditional appointment in which the local kids may request their wishes through their letters to the 3 Kings, Melchor, Gaspar and Baltasar.
3 Kings Cavalcade

The 5th of January is the Spanish Christmas and every year there 3 Kings, accompanied but other floats and the local band, go through the streets throwing sweets for the children
Trail Running in Manilva

For the first time in the sports history of Manilva there will be a trail running test. Organised by the Sports delegation of the City of Manilva and the Kruos
The V Gymkana Solidarity Cyclist and Healthy Route

The Delegation of Youth and Sports and the Cycling Club of Manilva, will celebrate on Monday, January 7, the V Gymkana Solidarity Cyclist and Healthy Route.
San Luis de Sabinillas day

Every year in August, the San Luis de Sabinillas day is celebrated! During this day, the locals gather around the sea and many activities are carried out. There are sport competitions, dances and music and the village is full of life. If you have a chance to visit during this day, you will be immersed in the Spanish culture!
Estepona carnival

On the second of March, the carnival of Estepona will be held in the Parque El Calvario. If it rains it will be held in the cultural centre Padre Manuel. There will be a range of activities being held: From 12:00 to 15:00 – There will be a lot of entertainment for young kids and within the celebration there will also be elections. For example, one of the elections will be to choose the kid with the best costume. The winners of the elections will win money. From 15:00 to 17:30 – There will be three different performances from groups from all around the coast. One of them will perform a ‘Chirigota’ which is Spanish folk music and the other two will perform ‘Comparsas’ which are traditional songs and dances done in carnivals. At 17:30 – After the performances, everyone will walk towards the restaurant ‘La Rada’ and they will watch the sardine, called ‘Susanita’, burn. This is called the burial of the sardine and it occurs because the sardine is seen as a symbolic figure. This part represents the end of the carnival. Everyone is encouraged to dress up in colourful colours to display happiness on this special day.
San Juan 2019

San Juan is back again in San Luis de Sabinillas, Manilva on the 23rd of June! The celebration will commence at 20:00 and will have many dance and music performances. The town will be full of life and everyone will see live performances, bonfires and fireworks! As it happens every year, a big bonfire is lit at midnight in which a huge structure which has been made especially for the event, is set on fire. This happens on the beach and people gather all around it to watch. The brave ones will also swim in the sea to celebrate. It is a huge night in this small town in which thousands of people travel just to be there on this special night.
Basketball camp during ‘Semana Santa’

A basketball camp in Manilva will be held on the 25th, 26th, 27th and 1st of March. It will be located in the sport complex of ‘Las Viñas’ and it is for boys and girls within the ages of 3 and 16. The price for residents is 24 euros and it is 30 euros for non residents. For more information contact: 600 07 43 52 or 952 89 15 32.
Visit To Malaga Holy Week Processions

The program of activities of the Delegation of Culture planned for Holy Week, includes an excursion to Malaga, next April 15, to see the Processions.
I Master Padel Academy Tournament

The delegation of Sports signed a collaboration agreement with the company Master Padel Academy to enhance and improve the technique of this sport with classes, tournaments and meetings with elite players.
Grand Fiesta Boom 80s

On Saturday, April 6, in the Hall of Usos Múltiples de Manilva, this party will be held to evoke the music of the 80s, considered to be the golden age.
Manilva Pride 2019

Manilva Pride 2019 will be held on the 14th, 15th and 16th of June, where there will be the presence of great dancers and a large number of activities.
The XXXIV 24 Hours of Sports in Manilva

The XXXIV 24 Hours of Sports of Manilva is underway. This was announced by the Youth and Sports department and will take place on the 28th and 29th of June.
The Pilgrimage “Romería” of Manilva 2019

During the weekend of June 8 and 9, one of the most traditional celebrations of the municipality, the Pilgrimage of Manilva, will return, one more year, to gather neighbours and visitors in the emblematic spot of the shrine of the baths.
VII Night Walk Trip Along Beaches of Manilva

The environment delegation, led by Laura Lopez, has everything ready to carry out the VII Night Walk. On Friday July 5 you can enjoy this tour which starts at 9.30 pm in the Plaza del Cali on the seafront of Sabinillas.
Noche del Embrujo 2019

Manilva’s Calle Mar and surrounding streets will be the setting for a night of enchantment with a whole host of activities and entertainment.
Casares Feria 2019

The historic town center hosts the Casares fair on the first weekend of August. For 4 days the town becomes the scene of some lovely parties.
Castillo Pop Festival

Organized by Espectáculos Muled Sound, with the invaluable collaboration Delegations of Culture and Youth Manilva Council, on August 10 comes to the municipality the Castle Pop Festival. The Orchard Park, next to the castle of the Duchess is the location chosen to enjoy this golden era of National Pop with groups such as Alejados, The Michels, POP FM and the DJ Pollo.
Corruco 6k Race

The Popular Race Corruco 6K Villa of Manilva-Sabinillas date has been set for August 17th from 19.00.
Sabi Street Party 2019

This years street party will have live music by “The Rob Sas Band” and “Silver Dollar Forgers” with food available in all the local restaurants, promises to be another great night.
Roman Oasis Charity Event

The Roman Oasis closed last year as Paul was going to retire, this year he has offered to put on a charity event in aid of Cudeca Cancer Charity and The Asociacion Gatos a local cat rescue charity, both do great work in our community.
Sabinillas Feria 2019

The Delegation of Festivities of the City of Manilva has organized the fair of San Luis de Sabinillas that will take place from Thursday 22nd to Sunday 25th August in the Plaza Vicente Espinel. The day of celebrations will begin with the coronation of the feria Queens, as well as that of the Queen at 10 pm. You can enjoy a music and dance show by the Latidos group. On the day attractions will cost only €1 from 9 pm.
Tourist Day 2019

The Tourism delegation, directed by Eva Galindo has everything ready to celebrate Tourist Day, this Thursday August 15th at Sabinillas beach from 17:00.
The Passage of Terror 2019

This is the eight edition of the Passage of Terror that is celebrated in Casares at the end of August with the participation of an extensive cast made up of villagers of all ages, mostly members of the Municipal Theater School.
Manilva Pride End of Summer Party!

Come join us sending Summer 2019 out in Style with the Manilva Pride End of Summer Party!
Manilva 2019 Grape Harvest “Vendimia”

Manilva celebrates it´s 40th grape harvest on the first weekend in September, locally know as the ‘Vendimia’. This festival was founded in the 1960´s and has become an important part of the local calendar, marking the end of the summers festivities and drawing visitors from across the region.
Andalusian Music Concert

The Plaza España de Casares hosts an Andalusian Music concert next Sunday, which will begin at 9:00 p.m. and will feature performances by the ‘Al Ijlas’ Orchestra and singer Zohra El Gharbaoui.
1st Alambike Rock Festival

he first festival of amateur bands in the region will feature concerts of ‘Los Pikins’, La ‘Milky Bread’ and ‘Rata Pendón’, It will take place from 10:00 pm in the Llano de la Fuente, as a tribute to what has been a pub area for many generations of villagers.
Casares Costa end of Summer Fiesta

Casares Costa says goodbye to summer with a family party on Playa Ancha, Thursday September 5, from 5pm.
Santa Misa Flamenca

Religious events begin Tuesday September 3rd, with the transfer of the Virgin from the chapel of San Sebastián to the convent.
Navidad – Christmas 2019

The Music School proposes performances for the next few days The municipal school of music, dance and theatre of the city council of Manilva, has prepared for the next few days several concerts and interpretations related to Christmas.
End of Year Parties 2019

End of Year Parties 2019, The delegation of Fiestas & Youth have announced two parties to celebrate the coming New Year. As the mayor said, there will be two parties, one for youth and one for the so-called, second youth or middle age.
IV San Silvestro & Christmas Village 2019

Sports and parties delegations, directed by Manolo Gil and Daniel Muñoz, have joined efforts and have coordinated to create a magnificent atmosphere on Sunday, December 29 in Manilva with two attractive activities: the San Silvestro and the Christmas Village.
1st Flamenco Festival Casares

On Saturday, December 28, the 1st Casares Flamingo Festival is celebrated.
Fencing Club “Andaluzía” Tournament

The International Fencing Club “Andaluzía” together with the delegations of Sports, tourism and culture of the town council have organised the VII international tournament villa de Manilva. More than 100 participants are expected from the main Andalusian provinces and schools in the area will take part in children’s categories, adults and veterans. The Sports Fencing Competition will begin at 9.30 in the morning. From 11.30 pm will take place an exhibition of scenic fencing by the high school of performing arts of Malaga (Esaem), a fencing modality that recalls the ancient duels. Presenting the knowledge, techniques, history, clothing and actions used in scenes of theatre and cinema. It shows all the tradition of Spanish fencing that was held in enclaves such as the castle of the Duchess and at the same time a very interesting show. This local monument will be filled with children and adults who will get to enjoy the beautiful fencing skills as well as craft workshops, pintacaras and the competition of minizorros with the participation of the little ones. From the organization, neighbours and visitors are invited to witness this wonderful sport in their different disciplines and encourage the fencers who will cross weapons next February […]
Basketball Campus

Basketball Campus Week White 2020 The Sports delegation of the city council of Manilva and the sports club Manilva Basketbase organize another year of the white week campus. Coinciding with this holiday period, on 24, 25, 26 and 27 February, the young people of the town will have the opportunity to practice sport through this camp, which will be developed in sports facilities at the Vines complex.
Saint Valentines 2020

The delegation of Fiestas del Ayuntamiento, led by Daniel Muñoz, echoes and supports the special Valentine’s Day party that will take place on February 15 in the Manilva Multiple Uses pavilion. Organized by the local company Muled Sound Shows, this celebration will feature the performance of South Basement, who will pay tribute to the golden age of Spanish pop. Also performing at this party Chat’e a Laito. The entrance will cost € 15 per person that will include a cocktail dinner. Prizes for the raffle will include Meals, photoshoot and a weekend for two people in an all-inclusive hotel. In the attached poster you can see the sales points and the contact for any questions you have.
Andalucia Day 2020

Programme Andalucia Day On February 28th, the day of Andalusia will be held in the multi-Purpose Pavilion and on Calle Mar in Manilva. To celebrate the day of our autonomous community, the director of culture Alba Jiménez has designed a program of activities that will occupy the full day on the 28th with different musical acts as well as the Dance school. From 12:00 pm, The Dance institution act will be carried out, with the traditional flag hoist accompanied by the anthem of Andalusia, which will be played by the municipal music band of Manilva, the municipal choir and the Association. Together they will perform our anthem with music, singing and sign language. After the institutional act, the different musical formations will perform several typical Andalusian musical pieces separately. El Coro Municipal and La Asociación Luisana, which will play several topics. Next will be the municipal music band that will play several Pasodobles in the purest Andalusian style. To Finish the first part La Asociación Luisana will play allegorical musical pieces of our province. Students will be divided into different groups and will delight the public with typical dances of our region, such as Sevillanas. The afternoon will begin with […]
Casares Costa Carnival

Casares Costa celebrates its carnival this Sunday, February 23, at 12 noon in the Jardines del Rosario. The Children’s party will start with a costume parade and gift delivery to each of the participants. It will have inflatable castles, workshops, globloflexia… and other fun activities.
Casares Carnival 2020

Casares celebrates its annual carnival on Saturday March 7, 2020 with a programme of events for both children and adults. For the kids there is a Children’s party which begins with a parade through the streets of Casares Town setting out from Calle Carrera at around 5 pm. Later on it is the turn of the adults with their parade leaving from the Peñon Roao at 10.30 pm heading to the Plaza Marcelino Camacho where the fancy dress competition will be held with prizes for the Best Couple, ‘Aguja de Oro’ and Best Individual costumes.
Carnival Sabinillas 2020

This weekend, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 March, the carnival will be held in our town. The delegation of Culture, directed by Alba Jiménez, has designed a wide variety of activities for the enjoyment of all citizens, in which we highlight the traditional costume contests or the performances of chirigotas and renowned troupes. celebrating the purest carnival atmosphere in the Plaza de Los Maestros de Sabinillas. Saturday opens from 4 in the afternoon with the registration and children’s costumes contest. Soon after we will have animation for the little ones from half past five. The contest itself, both individually and collectively, will take place at 7 in the evening. The best costume will take 250 euros for first prize and 150 for the second. In addition, during the day (20:30) there will be a raffle of gifts for the youngest. Late at night, from 11pm, it will be the time when adults can register for the contest and half an hour later there will be one of the highlights of the evening with the performance of the chirigota del Pelu “all welcome ”On the stage of the Plaza de Los Maestros. The adult costume contest will take place from half […]
Casares Musical Events Summer 2020

Casares Council have released a list of music events for Casares Village, coastal area and Secadero for this summer 2020. The events start now and will continue until the end of August, with music for all ages and covering many genres of music from Flamenco to guest DJ´s. For more information check out the images for locations, times and who is performing. We wish you all a great summer ahead and as always stay safe and enjoy!
Photo Exhibition by the photographer and author Lourdes Millán Espinosa

Photographic Exhibition by artist Lourdes Million. Until July 15th you can visit the exhibition ′′ Ruins, stars, flowers ′′ at the Duchess Castle in Castillo, ′′ Ruins, Stars, Flowers…” by the photographer and author Lourdes Millán Espinosa. Millan, a graduate of English Philology from the University of Granada, is the author of a novel, entitled ′′ The Archive of Suzanne “, and in this exhibition focuses on a photograph she collected from the rubble of a broken house, it took years later to complete her search that opened on March 22, 2006. The Councilor of Culture, Alba Jiménez, has wanted to thank the author who chose our municipality to show her interesting exhibition and encourages citizenship to visit her.
The Little Princess Musical

The Princess Children’s Musical arrives at the Rosary Gardens on Sunday, July 26 at 22.00 p.m. Entry to the musical is free, but the capacity is limited to comply with safety and social distance measures. Reservations can be made until July 22th in the email culturacasarescosta@casares.es indicating the following data: Name and surname ID Contact phone Number of attendees per family core Address where the family core is registered Only one application per family core will be accepted and only one adult responsible for each family core will be allowed to attend (exceptions). From the city council of Casares, a comprehensive protocol has been made with the aim of preference for the children’s public and for all security and social distancing measures to avoid infections by Covid19. No confirmation mail or printed entry required, will be checked by listing of names and surnames on the access door. The organization will be responsible for allocating seats by order of arrival of applications, with the front row reserved for people with reduced mobility. Email will be sent by the organization indicating confirmation of booking and numbering of seats. No person over the age of 6 without a mask will be allowed in. […]
Virgen Del Carmen Activities 2020

ACTIVITIES PROGRAM FOR CELEBRATION OF THE CARMEN VIRGIN With the appropriate measures, responsibly and adapting to the current situation, the City Council of Manilva, through the delegations of Festivities and Culture, led by Daniel Muñoz and Alba Jiménez, has developed a program for the employer s’ holidays that was recently presented. It is, according to the municipal officials, to offer the population a time of leisure and maintain our traditions, being very clear that the priority is to ensure good health and to be responsible with established rules. The program elaborated for the Virgin of Carmen, patron saint of sailors, will be as follows: THURSDAY JULY 16 * Virgin of Carmen El Castle. Holy Mass Place: Church El Castle Time: 20.00 H Concert Banda Place: Miramar Square Time: 22.30 H * Virgin of Carmen Sabinillas Holy Mass Place: Sabinillas Church. Time: 11.00 H FRIDAY JULY 17 * Children’s Musical ′′ The Journey of Pinocchio ′′ and performance of the School of Body Expression Place: Miramar Square. Time: 21:00 H Body Expression Time: 22:00 H: Kids Musical SATURDAY JULY 18 * Performance of the Municipal School of Dance and Flamenco group Al Son del Potaje Place: Miramar Square Time: 22.00 H. […]
Film Nights in Casares Costa

Book your ticket for Summer Cinema in Casares Costa now! We have two dates ready for summer cinema, both sessions at the Rosario Gardens. For ticket bookings you can email culturacasarescosta@casares.es The first showing is Tuesday, July 28, with Tim Burton’s Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children On Tuesday, August 25, summer cinema returns to Casares Costa with Playmobil: the film, suitable for all audiences To prioritize the presence of children, adult is authorised by family member Limited capacity to comply with security and social distancing measures It is mandatory to attend with a mask!