26th May 2026 
Leave a commentAre you in or around Marbella during the first weeks of June? Then don’t miss the Marbella Fair 2026 from the 8th to the 14th of June.
The Marbella Fair is held in honour of its patron saint, San Bernabé. It is, together with the Malaga Fair (in August), the Fuengirola Fair (in October), the Torremolinos Fair (in September) and the Estepona Fair (in July), the most multitudinous, folkloric, lively and colourful in the province.
We tell you everything you need to know!
What’s in store for me at the Marbella Fair?
The San Bernabé Fair is held annually in the week of the 11th June, Marbella’s patron saint’s day, offering a full week of activities for all audiences.
The Feria de Marbella is, like all summer fairs in Malaga, above all with a lot of fun. There is an extensive programme for all ages every day.
The most important day is the 11th of June, which commemorates the Conquest of the Catholic Monarchs in 1485.
On this day Mass is celebrated in the Parish Church Encarnación followed by a procession in honour of San Bernabé through the central streets of the town.
Day Fair & Night Fair
The Marbella fair is divided into two distinct parts:
Day Fair
During the day the epicentre of the fiesta is the central streets and squares of Marbella. It takes place in the Old Town, Alameda Park, and Avenida del Mar. It stands out for its local music, performances by dance academies, and traditional cuisine served in festively decorated local establishments.
There are numerous bars open, lots of colour and Sevillanas dancing in the streets.
If you’re more of a day person than a night person, just take a stroll through the centre and go with the flow. Many bars have a bar service on the street, with music and lots of atmosphere.
The street bars are open daily from 1 pm to 9 pm.
Here you get a glimpse of what’s is store for you at the day fair downtown Marbella.
Night Fair
At night, the fun moves to the fairgrounds of Marbella.
There you find numerous the typical fairground attractions, food and drink and the so-called ‘Casetas’, large halls.
There take place every day live concerts and a varied musical programme with nationally known artists.
The general price for the mechanical rides ranges between €3.50 and €4.50 per ride. Children’s Day: On Tuesday, June 9, the price of all attractions is significantly reduced (typically between €2.00 and €2.50).
The fairground is situated next to La Cañada shopping centre, less than 2 km from the city centre.
It is conveniently located next to both the A-7 and AP-7 motorway, exit La Cañada.
Pilgrimage
Prior to the official start of the Marbella Fair takes place the pilgrimage of San Bernabé.
This traditional and colourful pilgrimage ends in the Nagüeles Park on the outskirts of Marbella.
The San Bernabé Pilgrimage takes place on Sunday 31st May 2026.
The day starts at 8.30 am with a free tasting of churros with chocolate for all those attending at Plaza de la Iglesia.
At 9 am the pilgrimage departs to the Hermitage of the Patron Saint located in the Nagüeles Park. There will be mass in the hermitage, paella for everybody and live music.
Public Holiday during the Marbella Fair
11th June is local holiday in Marbella in honour of its patron saint.
While most small businesses will be closed, the La Cañada Shopping centre will be open.
Programme Marbella Fair 2026
31 May – Pilgrimage
8:30 am: Free tasting of churros with chocolate for all those attending at Plaza de la Iglesia.
9 am: Procession to the Patron Saint’s Chapel in Nagüeles Park.
Itinerary: Departure from the Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación, Plaza de los Naranjos, Plaza de la Victoria, Avenida Ricardo Soriano, Avenida Buchinger and ending at the Nagüeles Park.
1:30 pm: Live music in the Park
2:00 pm: Popular Paella Tasting
4:30 pm: Live music
8 June
The fair officially kicks off on Monday 8 June at 10 pm, on the terraces of the Marina, with the crowning of the queens, ladies and king. The fairground opens at 7 pm until 3 am.
9 June
1 pm: Official opening of the Day Fair. Opening of the bars installed in the Paseo de la Alameda and Avenida del Mar.
10 June
12 pm: Street parade through the city centre streets.
From 2 pm to 8 pm: Live music and dance groups at Plaza del Mercado.
11 June
From 2 pm to 9 pm: Live music and dance groups throughout the town
12 June
From 2 pm to 9 pm: Live music and dance groups throughout the town
From 9 pm onwards: Tribute to the Best Spanish Pop at Represa Park
7 pm to 10 pm: Noise-free afternoon. During this time the area of the mechanical attractions of the fairgrounds will be free of music for the consideration and full enjoyment of all those persons with extreme sensitivity to loud sounds.
13 June
At 11 am: Historical Reenactment of King Ferdinand’s Entry into Marbella. It runs through the PLaza de la Iglesia and the Plaza de los Naranjos.
From 2 pm to 9 pm: Live music and dance groups throughout the town
From 9 pm onwards: Live concerts at Represa Park
14 June
From 12 midday there will be in Arroyo Primero a big Water Party, with bouncy castles and children’s activities.
From 2 pm to 8 pm: Live music and dance groups throughout the town
8 pm: Andalusian Rock Concerts in Avenida Ramón y Cajal.
7 pm to 10 pm: Noise-free afternoon. During this time the area of the mechanical attractions of the fairgrounds will be free of music for the consideration and full enjoyment of all those persons with extreme sensitivity to loud sounds.
The programme of the Marbella fair is very extensive, we just have highlighted the most interesting events.
- You find the full programme in Spanish here
How to get to the Marbella Fair
Private Taxi
Are you planning to attend the Marbella Feria but don’t want to drive? Book your private taxi!
Special Buses to the Fairgrounds
During the fair, a special transport arrangement is in place to seamlessly connect the historic city center and local neighborhoods with the nighttime Fairgrounds (Arroyo Primero / Camino de la Cañada):
Free Shuttle Service
Special free bus lines are established, operating continuously throughout the event. Service begins at 6:30 pm and runs continuously until 3:00 am, coinciding with the closing time of the fairground attractions.
- Main Routes: One line connects the city centre (including key stops such as Avenida Ricardo Soriano) directly to the *Real de la Feria* (the main fairground area).
- Another line links the San Pedro Alcántara area with the nighttime fairgrounds; this service is further bolstered by reinforcements to standard night bus routes (such as Line 27).
- Fairgrounds Stop: The bus stop is situated just a few metres from the main entrance arch (*Portada del Real*).
Further useful Information
Medical Assistance and Safety Points
To ensure safety, there are several fixed assistance points:
- Main First Aid Post (Night Fair): Permanently located within the Arroyo Primero Fairgrounds / Camino de la Cañada area, typically situated next to the Local Police station and the Lost and Found office at the entrance to the grounds. It is staffed by emergency medical personnel and features a Basic Life Support ambulance on constant standby.
- “Punto Violeta” (Safe Space): The fairgrounds also feature a safe, coordinated space dedicated to the prevention of—and assistance regarding—any type of aggression or harassment; this point is directly linked to state security forces.
- Emergency Point (Day Fair): During the daytime festivities in the Old Town and along the Paseo de la Alameda, a mobile Civil Protection rapid-response tent is deployed in the vicinity of Avenida del Mar to treat heatstroke cases and minor incidents.
Layout of the *Casetas* (Fair Tents) at the Fairgrounds
The map of the *Real de la Feria* (the main fairground area)—specifically the nighttime section known as *Arroyo Primero*—is organized in a linear and orderly fashion to segregate the different atmospheres:
- Dance Academy Casetas: Typically situated in the access area or close to the entrance. These are family-friendly tents where flamenco and local folklore performances are held throughout the afternoon and evening.
- Traditional and Brotherhood Casetas: These occupy the central axis of the fairgrounds. They are spaces managed by Marbella’s religious brotherhoods (cofradías), associations, and social clubs (peñas). They offer local cuisine, bar service and popular Andalusian music.
- Youth Casetas / Nightclubs: Located in the area furthest from the main entrance and the children’s zone to minimize noise disturbance. They feature modern commercial music and DJs starting at midnight.
- Municipal Caseta: This is the largest tent within the fairgrounds. It is a space with free and open access for the general public, serving as the venue for concerts by the fair’s headlining artists as well as the dance academy competitions.
Concerts
Admission to the concerts at the Municipal Caseta at the evening fairgrounds during the 2026 Marbella Fair is free of charge.
• Headlining Artists: The City Council organizes major free concerts featuring prominent figures in pop, flamenco-fusion and Spanish music.
• Fair Orchestras: Every night—both before and after the main concert—local orchestras take the stage to perform.
• Dance Academy Showcase: During the afternoons of the fair (starting at 5:00 pm or 6:00 pm), the Municipal Marquee hosts performances by local schools specializing in flamenco, classical, and urban dance.
Average Food and Drink Prices at the Fair
The traditional casetas (booths) offer an Andalusian culinary selection designed for sharing:
• Typical Raciones (Platters): Plates featuring Iberian ham, cheese, fritura malagueña (Malaga-style fried seafood), roasted peppers or tortilla de patatas (Spanish omelet) range from €12 to €22 per platter.
• Daily Specials: Many traditional casetas prepare large-batch stews and dishes at lunchtime—such as rice dishes, porra antequerana (cold tomato soup) or magro con tomate (pork in tomato sauce)—offering them at more affordable prices per plate (between €6 and €10).
• Drinks: A small draft beer (caña), a glass of the region’s sweet wine, or the classic rebujito (served in a pitcher) typically falls between €2.50 and €8, depending on the serving size.
