--- title: The best things to do in Malaga at Christmas description: "The Costa del Sol is much more than a holiday destination at Christmas: it is a place where festive traditions and customs come to life." image: https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20176%20a.jpg --- [DE | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/de) [FR | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/fr) [EN | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en) [ES | ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) Blog:  [> Back to visitcostadelsol.com | ](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/) [![fondo_logo.png](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-files/fondo_logo.png?width=567&height=125&name=fondo_logo.png "fondo_logo.png")](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/es) - [Activities](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/adventure-activities) - [Culture](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/culture) - [Holidays](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/holidays) - [Gastronomy](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/gastronomy) - [Experiences](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/experiences) - [Golf](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/golf) - [Professional](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/professional) # The best things to do in Malaga at Christmas ![](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20176%20a.jpg)  Tags: [Family](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/topic/family) **Christmas in the Costa del Sol** is nothing short of a truly unique experience. At this time of the year Malaga and [every other municipality in the province](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/christmas-villages-malaga-tradition) are decked with beautiful Christmas lights and breathe festive cheer. Places where you can enjoy a family day out at the shops, stroll around the **Christmas markets** and feel like a child again at the various Christmas activities in Malaga. And that’s not all. Keep reading to discover the best things to do at Christmas in Malaga province.    ## **Christmas activities in Malaga: discovering nativity scenes** The [Christmas tradition of displaying nativity scenes](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/a-tour-of-the-most-eye-catching-nativity-scenes-on-the-costa-del-sol) is very much alive up and down the province. However, only the capital of the Costa del Sol has **over twenty recreations of the birth of Christ** for you to visit. The **nativity scene created by Malaga Council** is not one to be missed. With over three hundred figures, it is a Christmas spectacle. We also recommend you visit the **nativities at** [Malaga cathedral](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/monuments-and-areas-of-tourist-interest/malaga-cathedral-p15281?_ga=2.62615276.1324470644.1608537617-1250249413.1599472069), at Sagrario parish, the [Museo del Vidrio](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/explore/museum-and-galleries/museum-of-glass-and-crystal-in-malaga-p3651) and **Barriada de La Mosca**, an original and large nativity - **counting over two thousand figures** - sitting in the rock. The creators of the nativity also made most of the structures by hand.   ## **Looking for the perfect gift** A classic Christmas activity in Malaga province (and across the world) is looking for the perfect gift for your loved ones. At this time of year we all spend a lot of time (and money) trying to surprise our friends and family. And though finding the perfect gift is no simple task, the [wide range of shops](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/experiences/shopping?_ga=2.267848782.1324470644.1608537617-1250249413.1599472069), [shopping centres](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/experiences/shopping/shopping-centres?_ga=2.267848782.1324470644.1608537617-1250249413.1599472069) **and** [markets](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/experiences/shopping/shopping-in-markets?_ga=2.94315869.1324470644.1608537617-1250249413.1599472069) **in Malaga city and other towns in the province**, such as [Marbella](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/villages-on-the-malaga-coast/marbella-p9851?_ga=2.94315869.1324470644.1608537617-1250249413.1599472069) and [Fuengirola](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/destinations/villages-on-the-malaga-coast/fuengirola-p9691?_ga=2.56110187.1324470644.1608537617-1250249413.1599472069), make Christmas shopping a lovely way to spend your time. Whether you’re looking for gourmet gifts, clothing or hand-crafted products, you’re sure to find that perfect little something. And once the shopping fatigue sets in, you deserve a treat: a big plate of churros with chocolate served in a traditional café with the sound of Christmas carols playing in the background. Not a bad way to regain your strengths, right? ![shopping, Christmas activities in Malaga ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20176%20b.jpg?width=730&name=CDS%20-%20blogpost%20176%20b.jpg)   ## **Tasting festive treats** Christmas tastes of tradition in the Costa del Sol. *Mantecados* and *pestiños* have given **local pastry a great reputation** and that’s not to mention ***Yemas del Tajo*** and ***polvorones de Antequera***. These sweet treats, and many more, have pride of place for **Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve** dinners as well as **Christmas and New Year’s Day** lunches. Hotels and restaurants across the Costa del Sol also offer special menus to celebrate the festive season.   ## **Spending time together as a family           ** Christmas is without doubt [kids’ favourite time of the year](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/christmas-children-malaga). Magic and fun pop up absolutely everywhere in the streets and shops. And that’s not to mention the **carousels, Christmas markets, ice rinks and trampolines**, as well as other **fun activities** such as storytelling, face painting and much more. ![Christmas activities for kids in Malaga ](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CDS%20-%20blogpost%20176%20c.jpg?width=730&name=CDS%20-%20blogpost%20176%20c.jpg)   **Writing a letter to Father Christmas or the Three Wise Men and giving it to their pages** who are ready and waiting in the historic centre of villages and towns as well as shopping centres is absolutely essential at this time of year. The Christmas stalls at **Parque de Málaga** and [Muelle Uno](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/food-and-drink/outdoor-terraces-and-typical-areas/muelle-uno-p54721?_ga=2.94193757.1324470644.1608537617-1250249413.1599472069) are also the perfect place to find everything you need to decorate your house and create a festive atmosphere as you treat your palate to some delicious doughnuts. [Feria MIMA de Málaga](https://www.visitcostadelsol.com/whats-on/mima-p100370?_ga=2.94193757.1324470644.1608537617-1250249413.1599472069), a fun fair featuring rides and games, is another activity that will get your kids beaming with happiness at Christmas. As you can see, Christmas in the Costa del Sol beckons you out onto the streets to spend quality time together as a family. There are all sorts of places that will get you in the festive spirit up and down the province of Malaga. If you want to find out more, why not check out our blog? And don’t miss out on the best Christmas activities for kids in Malaga province by clicking [here](https://blog.visitacostadelsol.com/en/malaga-christmas). 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