Torremolinos celebrates many important holidays and fiestas throughout the year, just like the rest of the Andalucian municipalities and towns. These showcase the vibrant and colourful Andalucian life and culture.
Cruces de Mayo
In early May, the people of Torremolinos celebrate Cruces de Mayo (“Crosses of May”). In this celebration, people erect crosses decorated with flowers around town, and women and children dance around the crosses. There is often a contest where the prettiest cross wins a prize.
Noche de San Juan
The eve of the 23rd of June is the Noche de San Juan (“St. John’s Eve”). The celebrations on this day begin early in the morning, with outdoor barbecues and parties, lasting well into the late night. There are fireworks displays on the beach, and for good luck, people dip their feet into the sea just after midnight.
Virgen del Carmen
The 16th of July is the feast day of the Virgen del Carmen (“Virgin of Carmen”), the patron saint of fishermen. This is an important holiday for Torremolinos, as it once was a fishing town. On this day, a mass is held in honour of the virgin. Afterwards, a procession bearing her statue makes its way around the town to the sea, where the statue is loaded onto a brightly decorated boat. The parade then proceeds to the sea, where there are fireworks displays on the shore.
Summer fairs
On September 29th, Torremolinos holds its annual summer fairs that coincide with St. Michael’s day, the feast day of the town’s patron saint.
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