Feria Mayor — Estepona's Summer Festival
Six days and six nights in July. The Recinto Ferial fills with rides, music and casetas while the town centre kicks off with giants, big-heads and live performances.
6 days · 44 activities · Recinto Ferial de EsteponaPerformances: Nuria Fergó · Joana Jiménez · Los Yakis · Paco Candela
Feria Mayor 2026
2026 Feria Mayor Programme
Check the daily schedule of performances, children's activities, horse parades, gastronomy and highlights of the fair.
The Feria Mayor is Estepona's main summer fair: six days of music, lights, family activities, horse parades, food traditions and evening performances at the fairground.
Must-see moments
20:00
Pasacalles de gigantes y cabezudos acompañados por la Charanga 404
21:00
Lectura del pregón de la feria a cargo de Antonio Jiménez y actuación de Rocío Bazán
Para reducir la exposición auditiva durante la feria, las personas con extrema sensibilidad a sonidos elevados pueden recoger protectores auditivos gratuitos en la Caseta de Protección Civil, a la entrada del Recinto Ferial.
About the artist
Antonio Jiménez Martínez (Siles, Jaén, 1956), periodista y analista licenciado en Ciencias de la Información por la Universidad Complutense de Madrid, dirige y presenta "El Cascabel" en TreceTV desde 2013 y ha trabajado en Intereconomía TV, RNE, Onda Cero, Radio España y Cope, cubriendo entre otras cosas los debates de la Constitución Española y viajes oficiales de jefes de Estado. Cuenta con tres Antenas de Oro (2007, 2017 y 2025) y el Micrófono de Oro, entre otros reconocimientos. — Rocío Bazán Ramírez nace en Estepona en 1977, en una familia con larga tradición flamenca. Destacó desde niña en los estilos festeros. Obtuvo un premio especial en La Unión (1999) y el "Fosforito" en el certamen de Calasparra (2000). Ha compartido escenario con Fosforito, Chano Lobato, José Menese, Chocolate o Aurora Vargas, entre otros, y colabora habitualmente con Juan Peña "El Lebrijano".
22:30
Inauguración y encendido del alumbrado del Real de la Feria
Encendido por autoridades y Banda Municipal, con espectáculo de fuegos artificiales.
23:30
Actuación del grupo de bailes de salón, cabaret y danza oriental de Mariví Rodríguez y la bailaora Claudia Ramírez "La Marivilla"
Con la directora de la academia Dynasty.
2026 Feria Mayor Programme — Archivo
Graphic memory
Historic posters of Estepona's Feria Mayor
Each poster tells a different time: the colours, symbols and way Estepona has announced its fair across generations.
Archive of 15 posters from 1931. Design, celebration and popular memory.
See the full collection in Memory PhotosThis edition took place in 2026. The event is held every year in Estepona.First Tuesday of July — 6 days.
Every year, from the first Tuesday of July through to Sunday, Estepona holds its Feria y Fiestas Mayores. In 2026: 7 to 12 July. Six days and six nights during which the entire city is transformed.
The first day opens with the parade of giants and big-heads (gigantes y cabezudos), accompanied by the brass-and-drum band and the crack of fireworks. The official Pregón and the crowning of the Queens and Ladies of the festival give way to the ribbon-cutting: the Recinto Ferial opens, the rides start up and the music begins in the casetas.
At night, the fairground blazes with thousands of lights. Estepona's Feria has that atmosphere only Andalucía can produce — a week-long mix of gastronomy, meeting people and celebration that turns the city into something else entirely. The official caseta hosts children's parties, events for older residents and performances from orchestras, flamenco groups and well-known artists.
Local residents and visitors share the same space without displacing each other. The Feria Mayor is big enough to be worth the trip, and human enough not to get lost in.
One of the most human-scale fairs on the Costa del Sol. The fairground seen from above at night is one of the most striking images of the Estepona summer.
Before you go
In 2026: 7–12 July. The exact date for subsequent years may vary — check the official programme.
Where
Recinto Ferial de Estepona
The fairground lights up each night for the six days of the festival. The giants' parade runs through the historic centre.
View on Google MapsThe main venues of Estepona's Feria Mayor
Where the Feria Mayor takes place
Recinto Ferial de Estepona
The heart of the fair: casetas, funfair rides, live music performances and the full night-time atmosphere.
Caseta Municipal
The official caseta of Estepona Town Hall, open to all visitors. Performances, events and traditional fair food.
Plaza de Toros de Estepona
Venue for the bullfight, one of the most traditional events of the Feria. Check the programme for dates and tickets.
Old Town · Avda. Juan Carlos I
The stage for giants and big-heads, the brass band and street parades that wind through Estepona's town centre during the fair.
Frequently asked questions about Estepona's Feria Mayor
When is the Estepona Feria Mayor 2026?
The Estepona Feria Mayor 2026 takes place from Tuesday 7 to Sunday 12 July 2026 — six days and nights of celebration.
Where does the Feria Mayor take place?
The main venue is the Recinto Ferial (Fairground) of Estepona. Street events — parades, giants and big-heads — take place through the old town and Avenida Juan Carlos I. The bullfight and official ceremonies are held at Estepona's Plaza de Toros.
Is the Feria Mayor free to attend?
General access to the Recinto Ferial is free. Some events — such as the bullfight or ticketed performances in enclosed venues — may require a ticket. Check the daily programme for individual event details.
Who are the main artists performing at the 2026 Feria?
The 2026 Feria Mayor features performances by Nuria Fergó, Joana Jiménez, Los Yakis and Paco Candela, among others. The programme also includes live orchestras, flamenco dance shows and family activities every day.
What activities are there for children?
There is a dedicated children's programme: Children's Day with free activities, entertainment, giants and big-heads parades, workshops and family-friendly shows. Most children's activities are free to attend.
How do I get to the Estepona Fairground?
The Recinto Ferial is on the outskirts of Estepona's town centre. You can get there by car, taxi or public transport. During the fair, a special late-night bus service usually runs. On busy evenings, public transport or parking in the surrounding area is recommended.
The year in Estepona
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Cancelada Village Festival
Every August, the Cancelada neighbourhood celebrates its own local festival with activities, concerts and entertainment for all ages.
See eventVirgen de los Remedios Procession
On 15 August, the Brotherhood of Santa María de los Remedios carries Estepona's historic patron saint in procession through the streets of the historic centre.
See eventTourists' Day
During August, Estepona's Tourism Department organises special events to welcome summer visitors — activities designed for both tourists and local residents.
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