What’s On in August

Ah, summertime. When the livin’ is easy. And it doesn’t get any easier than the Axarquia in August. This is for 2018.

It’s the main feria month and so every weekend there’s a party in one or other of the region’s towns and villages. But really, pretty much wherever you go, August is all about lots of late nights, live music, general frivolity and lazy sun-soaked days.

4th August – Noche en Blanca

What: Velez-Malaga opens up many of its historic monuments and galleries for a night of culture. Various buildings and squares are used for guided tours, music, theatre and dance. It’s a fantastic night for all ages.
Where: Velez-Malaga
When: From 20.00hrs – 2.00hrs. Check the program above for times.
How much: Free
More information: Velezmalaga.es

Music

1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th August – Live Jazz at the CAC

What: The central patio of the contempory art museum is converted into a concert space where a different jazz act plays every Wednesday night throughout August
Where: CAC Gallery, Calle Felix Lomas, 27, Velez-Malaga
When: From 20.30hrs
How much: Free
More information: See poster above. (Or see our post.)

3rd, 10th & 17th August – Live Flamenco Fusión “Acompasao”

What: A series of live flamenco fusion concerts held in the open-air with nationally famous acts Tomasito, Diego Guerrero and Javier Ruibal.
Where: Auditorium of Cerro de San Cristobal, next to the Ermita de los Remedios, Velez-Malaga
When: 22.30hrs
How much: Free
More information: Check out our run-through of the Acompasao Festival

10th & 24th August – Summer Concerts at MVVEL, Mvseo de Vélez-Málaga

What: This beautiful building and its central patio is used for opera and classical guitar concerts during August.
Where: MVVEL, C/ Dr. Eduardo Jimenez Poey 1, Velez-Malaga
When: From 21.30hrs
How much: Free
More information: See poster above

18th August – The Jersey Boys

What: The songs from the Tony and Laurence Olivier award winning musical are coming to the Axarquia. This will be a fun night with this tribute act belting out the big hits like “Big Girls Don’t Cry”, “Sherry”, “December 1963 (Oh, What A Night)” and “My Eyes Adored You”
Where: Scirocco, Venta Baja, Alcaucin. A beach club-style bar and open-air venue
When: 21.00hrs
How much: 10€
More information: To reserve tickets and more information see Scirocco Live Facebook page

31st August – Radiolé Concert

What: The famous flamenco radio station is inspiration for a concert in Benajarafe with 14 artists
Where: Benajarafe
When: 31st August at 23.00hrs
How much: Free
More information: Radiolé Facebook Page

Various Dates throughout August – Music & Dance on the Torre del Mar Promenade

What: The town hall puts on various acts every night in August in Torre del Mar – ranging from children’s theatre and jazz to flamenco and local dance troupes.
Where: Paseo Maritimo de Poniente, Torre del Mar
When: From 22.00hrs
How much: Free
More information: See poster above

Ferias in the Axarquia

2nd – 5th August – Feria de Algarrobo
3rd – 5th August – Feria de Canillas de Albaida
3rd – 5th August – Feria de Alcaucin
3rd – 5th August – Feria de Lagos
3rd – 5th August – Feria de Chilches
10th – 12th August – Feria de Canillas de Aceituno
9th – 12th August – Feria de Colmenar
12th – 15th August – Feria de El Morche

Festivals in the Axarquia

What: Festival de 3 Culturas, Frigiliana
When: 23rd – 26th August. More on this coming soon.
What: Dia del Gazpacho, Alfarnatejo
When: Saturday 4th August
What: Dia de la Uva Moscatel, Iznate
When: Saturday 4th August

Fitness

11th August – II Carrera Nocturna

What: A nighttime run through the historic centre of Velez-Malaga.
Where: Calle Canalejas, Velez-Malaga
When: From 21.30hrs
How much: 3-5€
More information: See poster above

11th August – Senderismo Nocturno

What: Group walk under the stars in Torrox
Where: Plaza de la Constitucion, Torrox
When: TBC
How much: 2€ without membership
More information: See poster above

25th August – Holi Colours (Run & Festival of Colours)

What: Festival and fun run with coloured powder, food trucks, foam and live music thrown in.
Where: Rincon de la Victoria
When: TBC
How much: 12€
More information: Holicolourspain.es

And the Rest…

14th & 18th August – Theatrical Nighttime Historic Tours of Velez-Malaga

What: These walking tours are in Spanish but give you a unique insight into the history of Velez-Malaga through theatre.
Where: Velez-Malaga
When: From 21.00hrs
How much: 10€
More information: See poster above

30th July – 5th August – Cultural Week in Benamocarra

What: A week of cultural activities ranging from opera to gaming.
Where: Benamocarra
When: Various
How much: Free
More information: See poster above

Various Dates – Children’s Activities

What: Foam parties, water parties, open-air cinema and cooking classes for children.
Where: Various
When: Various dates
How much: Free
More information: See poster above

And if it all gets just too hot? Our advice would be to head to a beachclub or two. Our favourites – Cafe del Mar in Torre del Mar (Facebook page), El Hornillero in Almayate (Facebook page) and Bahia de Tanit in Torre del Mar (Facebook page).

Here’s to a great summer.