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The Torremolinos Fair, also known as San Miguel Fair<\/strong>, is the city\u2019s biggest festival in honour of its patron saint, Saint Michael the Archangel. It is always held 25 to 29 September<\/strong>, with the 29th \u2014the saint\u2019s feast day\u2014 as the main day of the celebrations, when Mass is held and the patron saint\u2019s procession winds its way through the town\u2019s streets.<\/p>\n

Unlike other Andalusian fairs, its dates do not change: they are the same every year. And it is preceded by the Pilgrimage of San Miguel<\/strong>, which takes place on the Sunday before the fair begins and is one of the most important pilgrimages in Andalusia. In 2026<\/strong>, therefore, the pilgrimage is the Sunday 20 September<\/strong> and the fair runs from Friday 25th to Tuesday 29th<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

During this time, the religious celebrations in honour of Saint Michael take place alongside the daytime fair in the town centre and the night-time fair at the fairground, bringing together tradition and the festive atmosphere of the Costa del Sol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The San Miguel Fair brings a lively atmosphere to the town centre and the fairground.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

When is the Torremolinos Fair?<\/h2>\n

The Torremolinos Fair takes place 25 to 29 September<\/strong>, fixed dates that do not change from one year to the next. The 29 September<\/strong> It is the feast day of Saint Michael the Archangel, the city\u2019s patron saint, and the main day of the festivities: on that day, a Mass is held in his honour, followed by the saint\u2019s procession.<\/p>\n

The fair kicks off on the 25th with the proclamation<\/strong>, which marks the start of the activities at the exhibition grounds and in the town centre. To round things off, on the final day there is the Children\u2019s Day<\/strong>, when the attractions at the venue are available at a discount.<\/p>\n

In 2026<\/strong> those dates fall on Friday 25 to Tuesday 29 September<\/strong>. It is advisable to check the official programme issued by Torremolinos Town Council each season, as the specific timings and the line-up of concerts are published a few weeks in advance.<\/p>\n\n

When is the San Miguel Pilgrimage?<\/h2>\n

The Pilgrimage of San Miguel<\/strong> is held on the Sunday before the fair begins<\/strong>, which in 2026 amounts to Sunday 20 September<\/strong>. It is the event that kicks off the festivities and, for many local residents, the most cherished part of the whole programme.<\/p>\n

Thousands of pilgrims make the pilgrimage on foot or by decorated carts drawn by oxen and horses<\/strong> from the centre of Torremolinos to the Chapel of San Miguel<\/strong>, in Los Pinares de los Manantiales<\/strong>. Along the way, wine, ham and appetisers are shared to the sound of clapping, singing and Andalusian dancing, with many participants dressed in traditional costume.<\/p>\n

A pilgrims\u2019 Mass is held at the chapel, with the blessing of the pilgrims and the procession of the patron saint early in the morning. During the day, the traditional Horse-drawn Cart and Tractor Competition<\/strong>, with prizes for the best-decorated and the most cheerful and atmospheric, which are presented a few days later at one of the marquees on the site.<\/p>\n

If you want to watch it, the best thing to do is to line the route in the morning, when the procession sets off from the town centre.<\/p>\n\n

What to see and do at the Torremolinos Fair<\/h2>\n

The fair has two stages and two distinct timetables, and it\u2019s worth bearing this in mind so you don\u2019t end up in the wrong area.<\/p>\n\n

The Day Fair, in the town centre<\/h3>\n

The Day Fair<\/strong> takes place at the historical centre<\/strong>, not at the exhibition centre. The busiest areas are the La Nogalera Square<\/strong>, the San Miguel Street<\/strong> and the Costa del Sol Square<\/strong>, where music, dancing, bars and a friendly atmosphere amongst locals and visitors come together. It is the fair\u2019s most family-friendly and accessible side.<\/p>\n\n

The Night Fair, at the exhibition grounds<\/h3>\n

As evening falls, the party moves to the exhibition centre<\/strong>, with marquees, fairground rides, food stalls and concerts lasting until the early hours. The site features marquees designed to cater for all audiences, including the children’s municipal stand<\/strong>, the fitness booth<\/strong>, the YOUTH STAND<\/strong> and the municipal stand for the elderly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The musical epicentre is the Pr\u00edncipe de Asturias Municipal Auditorium<\/strong>, which organises free concerts every year featuring a variety of artists and musical styles. The line-up is announced in the weeks leading up to the event, so it\u2019s a good idea to check the Town Council\u2019s official website before planning your visit.<\/p>\n\n

Other highlights from the programme<\/h3>\n