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Málaga Weekender: October 16 to 19
Here is what to do in Malaga this weekend.
This weekend we have everything from flamenco and family fun to rock concerts and film festival finales, there’s something for everyone. ¡Que lo pases genial! 🎉
What’s On in Málaga: October 16–19, 2025
Thursday, October 16, 2025
💃 “Bendita Lo/Cura” – Moisés Navarro Flamenco Show: A solo flamenco dance-theater piece by bailaor Moisés Navarro “El Charro”.
📍 Teatro Echegaray | ⏰ 20:00 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: No. 🔗 More Info: Tickets €24
🎭 “Ton attention, mon délire” – Contemporary Performance: A free work-in-progress dance performance by Sofía Barco and Ascen Soto, developed during an artistic residence.
📍 La Térmica (Av. de Los Guindos 48) | ⏰ 20:30 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: No (avant-garde content). 🔗 More Info: Free entry
🎤 Aukan – Y9 & Javi de Castro: Argentine rapper Aukan brings his tour to Málaga, joined by local hip-hop artists Y9 and Javi de Castro
📍 Sala Marte (C. San Nicolás 2) | ⏰ 21:00 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: No 🔗 More Info: Tickets from €5
🎵 R. Schumann / C.M. von Weber / F. Mendelssohn – Classical program featuring works by Robert Schumann, Carl Maria von Weber, and Felix Mendelssohn performed by the OFM (Orquesta Filarmónica de Málaga)
📍 Teatro Cervantes | ⏰ 20:00 (Thursday and Friday) | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: No
🔗 More Info
Friday, October 17, 2025
🇫🇷 Festival de Cine Francés – Closing Night & Screenings: The 31st French Film Festival wraps up in Málaga (Oct 10–17) Final day features French-language film screenings at Cine Albéniz (e.g. Le Roi Soleil at 19:30) and an immersive VR exhibit at Centre Pompidou The closing event is a free multimedia fiesta at La Térmica: French rapper Folie’s and afro-house duo OY perform live, plus an open-air screening of French79’s concert film.
📍 Various (Cine Albéniz, Centre Pompidou, La Térmica) | ⏰ Film screenings ~18:00–22:00, Closing party 20:00 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly:Event-dependent (films generally subtitled; closing concert is all-ages). 🔗 More Info
🎸 Hora Zulú – 25th Anniversary Concert: The Granada-based rap-metal-flamenco fusion band Hora Zulú celebrates over two decades on stage.
📍 Sala La Trinchera | ⏰ 22:00 (doors ~21:30) | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: No 🔗 More Info: Tickets ~€22
🎸 Hechizo – Héroes del Silencio Tribute Band: Hechizo recreates the magic of iconic Zaragoza rock band Héroes del Silencio
📍 Sala París 15 | ⏰ 22:00 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: No. 🔗 More Info: Tickets ~€15
Saturday, October 18, 2025
🎤 Ryan Castro – Reggaeton Concert: Rising Colombian urbano star Ryan Castro brings his chart-topping reggaetón hits and Latin trap anthems to Malaga.
📍 Sala París 15 | ⏰ 22:00 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: No 🔗 More Info: Tickets from €45
🎸 Chili Pepes – Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute: Get your funk-rock fix with Chili Pepes, an RHCP tribute band performing the Blood Sugar Sex Magik album and other classics.
📍 Sala La Trinchera | ⏰ 22:30 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: No. 🔗 More Info: Tickets ~€15
🎶 Alan Sutton y Las Criaturitas – Indie Pop from Argentina: Quirky Buenos Aires indie-pop outfit Alan Sutton y las Criaturitas de la Ansiedad stop in Málaga on their “Berrinche Tour”.
📍 La Cochera Cabaret | ⏰ 12:30 (midday show) | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: Yes (daytime/all ages). 🔗 More Info
🎤 Mario Díaz – “Mano de Santo” Tour: Former Los Aslándticos frontman Mario Díaz showcases his solo work, an infectious fusion of flamenco, copla, pop and rock.
📍 La Cochera Cabaret | ⏰ 22:00 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: Yes (generally family-friendly music). 🔗 More Info
Sunday, October 19, 2025
🐷 “Los Tres Cerditos” – Children’s Puppet Show: The beloved Three Little Pigs tale comes to life on stage, presented by Málaga’s own Jabetín Teatro company.
📍 La Cochera Cabaret | ⏰ 12:00 (noon) | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: Yes (designed for ages ~3–8). 🔗 More Info:Tickets €9
🎭 El Patito Feo – A classic children’s story brought to life on stage through music, puppetry, and dance. Young audiences follow the journey of the Ugly Duckling as it grows and finds acceptance, with interactive elements that invite kids to feel part of the tale.
📍 Teatro Echegaray | ⏰ 11:00 & 13:00 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: Yes
🔗 More Info Tickets €8
🏀 Unicaja vs. Barça – ACB Basketball: Unicaja Málaga takes on FC Barcelona in early-season Liga Endesa action.
📍 Palacio de Deportes Martín Carpena | ⏰ 19:00 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: Yes. 🔗 More Info
💃 Eva Yerbabuena – “Yerbabuena (Oscuro Brillante)”: Flamenco fans, don’t miss legendary dancer Eva Yerbabuena in her latest espectáculo. A sublime performance blending soulful flamenco dance and live music, part of the Danza Málaga 2025 festival.
📍 Teatro Cervantes | ⏰ 19:00 | 👨👩👧 Kid-friendly: No . 🔗 More Info
Enjoy your week, Málaga! Reply with your event reviews or local tips—we love hearing from you 😊