• Salvador Dalí exhibition, Marbella

    Museo del Grabado Español Contemporáneo Marbella, Málaga, Spain

    Prints and graphic works by Salvador Dalí at Marbella’s museum of contemporary Spanish printmaking, in the old town. On until 15 November – an easy cultural stop between the beach and lunch.Photo: Zarateman, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons (source)

  • Halloween by the Beach – Benalmádena

    Mack's on the Beach Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain

    A North American-style Halloween party by the sea in Benalmádena, organised by the Canadian Cultural Association of Málaga and Spain.When: Saturday 31 October, 7 pmWhere: Mack's on the Beach, BenalmádenaWhat: DJ, dancing, games, costume competition and prizesWho: family- and dog-friendlyPrice: €10 adults, €5 children (cash at the door). Food and drinks extra.Registration required in advance – places are limited.All the details and how to register: Halloween by the Beach on NewInSpainGetting there: Benalmádena is on the Cercanías train line between Málaga and Fuengirola. Beach parking fills up quickly on Saturday nights.

    $5 – $10
  • Málaga International Jazz Festival

    Teatro Cervantes Calle Ramos Marín, Málaga, Málaga, Spain

    The 40th edition of Málaga’s jazz festival fills the Teatro Cervantes with one concert a night. The 2026 line-up includes Mario Biondi, Kenny Barron, Kurt Elling with Yellowjackets and the Michel Camilo Trio. Tickets sell out for the big names, so book early.Photo: rey perezoso, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons (source)

  • Málaga Marathon and Half Marathon

    Paseo del Parque Málaga, Málaga, Spain

    The Málaga Marathon starts and finishes on the Paseo del Parque, opposite the University of Málaga’s Rectorate, with the first start at 08:30. A flat, fast course past the port and the old town – and a great day to cheer from the pavement. Expect road closures in the city centre on race morning.Photo: Juan Fernández, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons (source)