Opening fireworks of the fair Opening fireworks of the fair. Opening fireworks of the fair Opening fireworks of the fair. Politicians meeting in front of the town hall Politicians meeting in front of the town hall. Traditional music groups (e.g. Verdiales) accompany the fair Traditional music groups (e.g. Verdiales) accompany the fair. Politicians, traditional groups and music groups move from the town hall in the direction of Calle Larios Politicians, traditional groups and music groups move from the town hall in the direction of Calle Larios. Politicians, traditional groups and music groups move from the town hall in the direction of Calle Larios Politicians, traditional groups and music groups move from the town hall in the direction of Calle Larios. Politicians, traditional groups and music groups move from the town hall in the direction of Calle Larios Politicians, traditional groups and music groups move from the town hall in the direction of Calle Larios. Mayor Francisco de la Torre just before raising the Malaga flag Mayor Francisco de la Torre just before raising the Malaga flag. The flag of Malaga The flag of Malaga. The entrance to Calle Larios and the fair The entrance to Calle Larios and the fair. Music groups play their repertoire of traditional fair music Music groups play their repertoire of traditional fair music. The fair visitors celebrate The fair visitors celebrate. Cartojal: The sweet Moskatel wine, which is only produced for the fair and is drunk cold Cartojal: The sweet Moskatel wine, which is only produced for the fair and is drunk cold. Bands perform on the Plaza de las Flores Bands perform on the Plaza de las Flores. Verdiales groups perform on Calle Larios Verdiales groups perform on Calle Larios" title="Verdiales groups perform on Calle Larios. Bands perform on the Plaza de las Flores Bands perform on the Plaza de las Flores. Visitors celebrate at the fair Visitors celebrate at the fair. Visitors celebrate at the fair Visitors celebrate at the fair. You can buy traditional food and handicrafts at numerous stalls You can buy traditional food and handicrafts at numerous stalls. Artists present their craft Artists present their craft. At the fair people celebrate together At the fair people celebrate together. At the fair people celebrate together At the fair people celebrate together. At the fair people celebrate together At the fair people celebrate together. At the fair people celebrate together At the fair people celebrate together.
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Fair of Málaga

That's why the Feria exists in Málaga

The August Feria in Malaga is a week-long celebration that takes place in the center of the provincial capital as well as on the fair site. The origin of the fair dates back to the Middle Ages. After the Catholic kings reconquered Málaga from the Moors in 1487, the newly formed city council agreed to hold a festival each year on the Assumption Day to commemorate the reconquest. Over time, the day of the event was moved from August 15 to other days, but always within the second and third weeks of August. The participants of the fair could look forward to processions, bullfights and delicious food. From the 17th century, fireworks and various events were added. The festival is celebrated for a week.

Prelude

Exactly at midnight (from Friday to Saturday), the Mayor of Málaga (currently Francisco de la Torre) opens the fair with a welcome speech before a celebrity gives a short lecture (Pregón). After that there is a big fireworks on Malagueta beach which can last between 15 and 30 minutes, followed by a party with live acts which will celebrated until the dawn.

On Saturday morning at around 11h, the actual opening ceremony of the fair continues. A lot of politicians, singer, equestrian and traditional groups meet at the town hall to walk together towards Calle Larios, where the mayor hoists the flag of Malaga.


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Video impressions: fireworks and opening ceremony

The fair begins

Then, around midday, Calle Larios fills up. There is a party in the city center until 18h (Feria del día/day fair). Visitors are offered a program of music and various performances. From 18h onwards, the event continues on the real (fair site) next to the Congress Palace (Feria de noche/night fair). There are numerous attractions for young and old, as well as stalls selling food, drinks and handicrafts. Furthermore, visitors can enjoy flamenco, dance and music performances as well as various entertainment shows in one of the many tents. Meanwhile, a large stage with live DJs keeps the younger crowd entertained.

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Video impressions: day fair in the center

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Video impressions: night fair on the real

Pregón

The Spanish term "Pregón" can be understood as an opening speech. In the case of the Malaga August fair, this speech is always given by a celebrity who sends a message. This message is mostly about the city, its people and traditions. The "Pregonero" starts the fair with his speech.
1987:
Alejo García

1988:
Manuel Alcántara

1989:
Rafael Pérez Estrada

1990:
Manuel Alvar López

1991:
Pablo García Baena

1992:
María Victoria Atencia

1993:
Antonio Soler

1994:
Matías Prats Cañete

1995:
Miguel Romero Esteo

1996:
Gregorio Sánchez Fernández

1997:
Carlos Álvarez

1998:
Pedro Luis Gómez

1999:
Javier Conde

2000:
Antonio Banderas

2001:
Maria Teresa Campos

2002:
Nacho Rodríguez

2003:
Antonio Garrido Moraga

2004:
Julio Iglesias

2005:
Estrella Morente

2006:
Diana Navarro

2007:
Pasion Vega

2008:
Sandro

2009:
Manuel Bandera

2010:
Javier Ojeda

2011:
Pablo Alborán

2012:
Dani Rovira

2013:
Antonio de la Torre

2014:
Manolo Sarria

2015:
Pablo López

2016:
Vanesa Martín

2017:
María del Mar Rodríguez

2018:
Pablo Aranda

2019:
Adelfa Calvo

2020 & 2021:
Because of corona the fair 2020 and 2021 did not take place.

2022:
María Peláe
(Editor/Photos/Videos: Michael Trampert)
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