The Estepona Fair 2026 will take place from July 7 to 12 with a programme that includes free concerts by artists such as Nuria Fergó and Paco Candela, and a bullfight with Talavante, Juan Ortega, and Roca Rey. The opening speech will be given by journalist Antonio Jiménez.
Estepona is already gearing up for its most anticipated summer event. The Fair and Major Festivals of 2026 will kick off on July 7 and run until Sunday, July 12, with a programme that combines tradition, music, and shows for all audiences. The organisers expect to attract thousands of visitors, both from the Costa del Sol and from other parts of Spain and abroad.
The starting signal will be given by journalist Antonio Jiménez, who will deliver the opening speech on Tuesday, July 7. After his speech, Estepona singer Rocío Bazán will entertain the evening, and at 22:30, the lights of the Fairground will be turned on, accompanied by the Estepona Municipal Band and a fireworks display. The party will just be beginning.
Free concerts and music for all tastes
The Municipal Tent will be the musical epicentre of the fair, with free access. On Wednesday, July 8, the cover band 'Número Uno' will perform alongside Diego Martín in the show 'The Playlist of Your Life'. Thursday, July 9, will feature Joana Jiménez, while on Friday, July 10, Los Yakis will take the stage, and on Saturday, July 11, Paco Candela will perform. Additionally, throughout the week there will be performances by Samuel Vélez, the Roma Orchestra, Grupo Baraka & Ana Soto, Kiko Peña, Juan José Alcántara, and Acontratiempo.
On Thursday, July 9, as part of the Afternoon Tea for Seniors, the well-known Málaga artist Nuria Fergó will perform from 20:00. There will also be space for flamenco and dance: on the opening day, following the lighting ceremony, the Ballroom Dance, Cabaret, and Oriental Dance Group from the municipal Culture delegation, directed by Mariví Rodríguez, and dancer Claudia Ramírez 'La Marivilla' will offer a show in the Municipal Tent.
Activities for everyone: from Fried Egg Day to the bullfight
The fair is not just about music. Wednesday, July 8, will be dedicated to the little ones, with discounts on rides, and on Thursday, July 9, seniors will have their afternoon tea with entertainment. From Friday to Sunday, from 12:00 to 20:00, there will be a horse riders' promenade, and from Thursday to Saturday, there will be free horse-drawn carriage rides at 18:00. On Sunday, July 12, at 13:00, the ninth edition of the Andalusian Horse Decoration Contest will take place.
One of the highlights will be the Fair Bullfight on Sunday, July 12, featuring bullfighters Talavante, Juan Ortega, and Roca Rey, who will fight bulls from the Luis Algarra Polera livestock. The bullfighting tradition continues to attract many fans. There will also be the classic gastronomic days such as Fried Egg Day and Paella Day, as well as Happy Hour in the Municipal Tent during the first days. Estepona residents and tourists vacationing on the Costa del Sol have an unmissable appointment with leisure and fun. As every year, the fairground and the historic centre will be filled with tents, rides, and a festive atmosphere until dawn. For those who wish to plan their visit, the complete programme is available on the official channels of the Town Hall. The Estepona Fair 2026 promises to be, once again, a highlight of the summer in the province.
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