The Malaga Fair is an important celebration held around August 19, the date commemorating the incorporation of Malaga into the Crown of Castile by the Catholic Monarchs. This festivity is governed by municipal regulations establishing its occurrence near this date, which is also a local holiday in Malaga.
In previous years, the Malaga Fair has taken place between August 16 and 23. Although at this point it is expected to have the definitive date for 2025, the Malaga City Council has not yet officially announced when it will take place. According to the Malaga Fair ordinance, it is essential to include the day 19 in the festive programming.
The history of the Malaga Fair dates back to the delivery of an image of the Virgen de la Victoria to the city in 1491 by the Catholic Monarchs. Since then, in 1887, to commemorate the fourth centenary of the city's capture, the fair was moved to August 19, a date that remains to this day.
The Malaga festivity, marked by this celebration, is a rooted tradition that the people of Malaga and visitors eagerly anticipate year after year. The Malaga Fair is more than a festive event; it is a fundamental part of the cultural calendar of the city, known for its activities, traditions, and festive atmosphere.
