16th April 2025 
Leave a commentDiscover with us the most popular Gastronomic Festivals in Malaga in May.
The province of Malaga, with its mild climate, has the great fortune to be producing fruit and vegetables practically all year round. And every month you can try other local delicacies, prepared in the traditional way, which are handed out free of charge.
The most popular Gastronomic Festivals in Malaga in May will take you along two popular coastal villages along the Costa del Sol, Mijas and Fuengirola. And then further inland, to so-called “Spanish Santorini”, Frigiliana. Also to the fertile valley known as the orchard of Malaga, specifically to Coín.
And, last but not least, to the white villages situated in the scenic high mountain area of the Axarquía in the eastern part of the province. Come and join us!
International Fair of Countries – Fuengirola
And last but not least in our journey of Gastronomic Festivals in Malaga in April we also include the International Fair of Countries in Fuengirola.
Although it is not a typical local gastronomic festival, it is nevertheless a great occasion to take a culinary tour of the globe.
This colourful and lively multicultural festival attracts over a million visitors each year. In fact it is one of the most popular events on the Costa del Sol calendar. In our special edition International Fair of Countries Fuengirola we tell you everything you need to know!
- When: From 30 April to 4 May
- Where: Fuengirola Fairgrounds
- How to get there
Sardine Festival – Cala de Mijas
The Plaza del Torreón in La Cala de Mijas will once again host one of the most popular events in Mijas from 12 midday.
Every year on the 1st of May, International Workers’ Day, takes place the traditional sardinada. At Plaza del Torreón in La Cala about 700 kilos of traditionally roasted sardines will be distributed for free to the visitors.
There will also be a big tent with live music. In addition, you can stroll through the streets decorated for the Corpus Christi festivities, with altars and local crafts.
- When: 1 May
- Where: Cala de Mijas
- How to get there
Sugarcane Honey Day – Frigiliana
Frigiliana is situated in the easternmost part of the Axarquia region of Malaga, in the Natural Park of the Sierras de Almijara. This white village is considered one of the most beautiful in Andalusia. And lately it is also becoming known as the Santorini of Spain.
It is situated only 7 km from the popular resort of Nerja. At about 300 metres above sea level it is a natural viewpoint of the Mediterranean.
The village hosts several interesting festivities throughout the year. In May it celebrates the gastronomic festival that pays tribute to its most peculiar product, the “miel de caña” (sugar cane honey).
During this day you can see the process of its elaboration from the sugar cane in the sugar mill factory. There you also can taste the sugar cane honey. And of course there is no shortage of free tastings of homemade products made with cane honey by the villagers.
- When: 4 May from 11 am to 7 pm
- Where: Frigiliana
- How to get there
Loquat Day – Sayalonga
Sayalonga is also situated in the Axarquía at about 360 metres above sea level. This small white village of about 1,600 inhabitants represents a classic Moorish village, with quiet, narrow streets and white façades.
On the first Sunday in May, the village celebrates this gastronomic festival in tribute to the loquat.
Visitors can sample for free the fruit. And you can buy loquat products, such as jam and liqueur. The day will be enlivened with local wine and folkloric performances in the main square.
Our Tip
Take a stroll through the Callejón de la Alcuza. It is one of the narrowest alleys in Spain and measures just 50 centimetres on its narrowest side. It is located right in the centre of the old town, next to the church and the tourist office.
Sayalonga is home to one of the most peculiar cemeteries in all of Spain: The round cemetery, unique in Spain in its style and of great architectural value. Its base is octagonal, from which it has derived its name as a round cemetery.
Built in 1840, it is the only round cemetery in Spain. There are theories about masonic influences which you can see in the masonic symbols scattered around the grounds. It also has an interpretation centre next to the entrance.
On the outskirts of the village is the viewpoint Mirador del Cementerio with panoramic views of the cemetery and nearby villages of Sierra Almijara.
- When: 4 May
- Where: Sayalonga
- How to get there
Orange Festival – Coín
Coín is a small town situated in the Guadalhorce valley, also known as the Orchard of Malaga.
The valley is the region’s fruit and vegetable producer par excellence.It is situated about 30 minutes from the Costa del Sol, Malaga, Marbella and Fuengirola.
Coín is a town with many cultural activities and festivities throughout the year.
On the first Sunday in May, the town pays tribute to the orange with their Orange Festival. The orange harvest begins in October and ends in May, which is why the orange festival is celebrated in this month.
During the day you can try many products made from oranges, in salads, juice, desserts and the famous “sopa hervía” (boiled soup).
Our Tip
This year is the first time that the town’s Spring Fair coincides with the Orange Festival. So you can expect a lot of atmosphere in the streets!
On the outskirts of Coín is the viewpoint Mirador de España with spectacular views of both the village and the whole region. It is a large park-viewpoint with easy parking.
- When: 4 May
- Where: Coín
- How to get there
