Halloween falls on a Saturday this year and runs straight into the All Saints' holiday, so the coast is gearing up for a proper long weekend of spooky fun. Here's what has been confirmed so far, sorted by who it suits best.
Halloween has crept up on the Costa del Sol over the years. It used to be a handful of themed bar nights; now town halls, neighbourhood groups and local businesses put on children's parties, street parades and the famous pasaje del terror — a walk-through haunted passage that has become a fixture of Spanish Halloween.
This year the timing is especially kind. Saturday 31 October 2026 is Halloween, Sunday 1 November is All Saints' Day (Día de Todos los Santos), a public holiday in Spain, and because it falls on a Sunday this year, Andalucía moves the day off to Monday 2 November. That means a three-day weekend for local families — and busy streets, restaurants and holiday homes.
We have checked each plan below against a source published this October. Where a town hasn't announced its 2026 programme yet, we say so rather than guess.
For the whole family
Benalmádena has published the fullest programme on the coast so far, as reported by Andalucía Información. On Saturday 31 October, Benalmádena Pueblo becomes the centre of the action: a children's party at 18:00, a pasacalles (street parade) with batucada drummers at 20:00, and scary corners around the old town later in the evening. It's an easy, free-feeling night out where you can walk from one activity to the next.
Down in Arroyo de la Miel, Ópera Benalmádena is staging a family show, Miércoles Addams: El secreto de la mansión, from Friday 30 October to Sunday 1 November, with afternoon performances and late-morning shows over the weekend. Tickets are sold through the venue's box office — a good rainy-day or wind-down option.
For children
- Benalmádena Pueblo, Saturday 31 October, from 18:00 — the fiesta infantil in Plaza de las Tres Culturas, with storytelling and contests aimed squarely at the little ones.
- Málaga, Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October, from 10:30 — a Halloween family yincana (treasure-hunt style trail) at the Jardín Botánico-Histórico La Concepción, around three hours long. Prices listed are €9 standard and €6.90 reduced, and booking ahead is advised.
- Málaga, Friday 30 October, from 17:30 — a Halloween baking workshop for 4- to 12-year-olds at Picofino (avenida María Victoria Atencia), listed at €25 with advance booking.
For adults
- Benalmádena Pueblo, Saturday 31 October, 19:00–02:00 — the Casa del Terror "Los Páez", a haunted house on avenida Juan Luis Peralta, next to the town hall. Best for teens and grown-ups with strong nerves.
- Torremolinos, Saturday 31 October, from 19:00 — Halloween Fest, a metal gig at Peña El Patio with five bands on the bill, €15 in advance. Loud, dark and very much for adults.
- Marbella (Puerto Banús), Saturday 31 October, 23:45–07:00 — the Halloween night at Xcess club, 16+, with tickets from €15 to €35 (including two drinks) depending on the release.
Costume events
- Málaga (Soho), Friday 30 October, from 17:00 — La Fábrica throws its Halloween party with a costume contest and a prize for the best outfit, themed food and a live set. It doesn't take reservations, so arrive early.
- Mijas (La Cala), Saturday 31 October, doors 20:30 — The Devil's Night at the beachfront Max Beach, where guests are invited to come "dressed as your favourite nightmare". Table booking is recommended.
- Benalmádena Pueblo, Saturday 31 October, 20:00 — the batucada pasacalles is the natural place to show off a family costume, whatever your age.
Themed experiences
- Arroyo de la Miel (Benalmádena), 31 October and 1 November, 19:00–02:00 — the pasaje del terror "El Monasterio" in Plaza de la Mezquita, entry €2.50. On Monday 2 November, 12:00–13:00, there's a special, adapted session for people with functional diversity — a lovely inclusive touch.
- Benalmádena Pueblo, Saturday 31 October, 21:00–01:00 — the Rincones del Terror ("corners of terror") near Plaza de Andalucía and calle Maestra Ayala.
- Málaga, Saturday 31 October, sessions from 19:00 — a theatrical Halloween night visit at La Concepción, €17, booked by phone only. The earlier sessions are aimed at families with children.
- Fuengirola, 23–25 October and 30 October–1 November — Costa del Sol Glamping Village runs two Halloween weekends with pumpkin workshops, a trick-or-treat route, a mini disco and its own haunted passage. Note that the programme is exclusively for guests staying there.
- Worth the drive: inland at Humilladero, near Antequera, Laberintus Scream Park opens on 23, 24 and 25 October, with family-level and adult-only sessions.
Still to be announced
At the time of writing, Fuengirola, Mijas, Torremolinos and Marbella have not yet published their 2026 municipal Halloween programmes. In recent years all four have held free town-hall events on 31 October — children's parties, inflatables and pasajes del terror — and the details are usually announced in the last week of October, so check each town hall's website nearer the date.
For more on what's happening this month, see our October events round-up, and if you're staying in our home town, our local guide to autumn in Fuengirola.
Practical tip: with Halloween on a Saturday and a bank holiday on Monday, this is a genuine long weekend for families across Andalucía. Book tickets, restaurant tables and accommodation early, and allow extra time for parking in Benalmádena Pueblo and Arroyo de la Miel on Saturday night.
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There's something special about Halloween on the coast: costumes in the warm evening air, children running between plazas and the sea just a few streets away. If you'd like to make a long weekend of it, browse our holiday rentals — we'd be happy to help you find a comfortable base close to the fun, and to share a few local tips once you're here.
The GR Estates Team
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