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The inland villages of the Costa del Sol have a traditional cuisine that has survived the passage of time generation after generation.
In honour of these typical products and dishes, fairs and gastronomic festivals are held that offer a magnificent opportunity to discover these charming small villages, their customs and their people.
The month of September is full of gastronomic proposals for all tastes.
Make a note of them in your diary!
Festivals of the towns of the province that are savoured
What to do in the province of Malaga in September? Very easy! Enjoy the gastronomic Tourist Singularity Festivals.
Almáchar Ajoblanco Festival
September begins by paying tribute to one of the most emblematic dishes: ajoblanco. In Almáchar, in the region of Axarquía, the 55th edition of the Ajoblanco Festival will be held on September 6.
During this day, the streets of the municipality are transformed into an authentic open-air museum, where gastronomy, music and popular traditions are enjoyed. Visitors can savor ajoblanco, a cold soup made with almonds, garlic, olive oil, vinegar and bread, which is distributed free of charge accompanied by raisins, muscatel grapes and sweet local wine.
In addition, gastronomic workshops are organized to learn how to prepare this dish, performances by verdiales pandas, flamenco shows, street theater, children's entertainment and the long-awaited Flamenco Night, which brings together renowned artists in a magical environment.
When: Saturday, September 6, 2025
Manilva Grape Harvest Festival
On the western Costa del Sol, the municipality of Manilva celebrates one of the most eagerly awaited festivals for wine lovers: the Grape Harvest Festival. This event takes place on the first weekend of September and revolves around grape picking, a tradition deeply rooted in the local culture.
During the celebration, grape stomping is carried out in the central square, accompanied by tastings of must and local wine. There are also parades of floats, live music and gastronomic stalls. The atmosphere is festive, popular and perfect to enjoy the winemaking essence of the area with friends.
When: September 6 and 7, 2025
Mollina Grape Harvest Fair
In the heart of the Antequera region, Mollina celebrates its Grape Harvest Fair, one of the most important in the rural calendar. This event, which pays tribute to the winemaking tradition of the municipality, is a true showcase of culture, flavor and joy.
Activities include grape stomping exhibitions, wine tastings, tours of local wineries, and outdoor concerts. The white wines of the area stand out, which you can taste accompanied by homemade tapas and typical sweets.
When: September 14, 2025
Victorian Anchovy Festival in Rincón de la Victoria
Rincón de la Victoria bids farewell to the summer with this seafaring festival that every year attracts thousands of visitors eager to try one of the star products of Malaga's gastronomy: anchovy.
Free tastings of fried and pickled anchovies are organised in markets, squares and restaurants, accompanied by live music, shows for all ages and cultural activities. The showcookings and gastronomic workshops allow you to discover new ways of preparing this delicious fish, always with the Sabor a Málaga seal of quality.
In addition, the festival includes a seafood market, exhibitions on the fishing tradition of the municipality and leisure proposals to enjoy the coastline at its best.
When: September 9-14, 2025
Moclinejo Winemakers Festival
Moclinejo celebrates one of the most authentic festivals in the rural calendar: the Fiesta de Viñeros. This event, which usually takes place in mid-September, pays tribute to the wine culture of the area with a celebration that combines tradition, gastronomy and popular music.
The festival includes demonstrations of grape stomping, tastings of muscatel wine and typical products such as goat, crumbs or homemade sweets. The streets of the historic centre are filled with neighbours dressed in traditional costumes, offering an immersive and highly visual experience.
When: September 14, 2025
El Borge Raisin Day
El Borge, the first raisin-producing municipality in the country, celebrates Raisin Day in mid-September, a festival that highlights the artisanal work of farmers and the quality of this unique product.
During the event, visitors have the opportunity to attend live demonstrations of the traditional raisin-making process: from harvesting to drying in the sun on the raisins. In addition, you can taste raisins, gazpacho, sausages and the characteristic Muscat wine of the area for free.
The streets of the town are filled with music with groups of verdiales, rociero choirs and flamenco groups that liven up every corner. Cultural routes, visits to local museums and exhibitions on the history of raisins are also organised.
A day to enjoy with all five senses!
When: Sunday, September 21, 2025
Almond Day in Almogía
The month of September ends with a nutty flavour in the municipality of Almogía, which celebrates its traditional Almond Day. This festival pays tribute to one of the most characteristic products of the local agricultural landscape, the almond, and highlights its economic and cultural importance.
During the day, attendees can enjoy free tastings of products made with almonds, such as donuts, nougat, cakes and liqueurs. There are also threshing exhibitions, musical performances and traditional workshops that show the different ways of harvesting and using this fruit. The festival stands out for its family atmosphere, festive and full of local identity.
When: Sunday, September 28, 2025
Enjoy the gastronomic festivals of the villages in September
In September, the gastronomic festivals of the villages of the Costa del Sol are the perfect excuse to savour traditions, share with the local people and discover the most authentic essence of the province.
Each celebration pays tribute to unique products such as grapes, raisins or almonds, which are part of Malaga's identity.
