Fuengirola international fair 2026 welcomes 33 countries with global food and performances

Fuengirola is warming up the fairground for the return of its biggest and most loved party in the town this spring. Crowds from every part of the Costa del Sol and even Malaga city will be packing out the trains and buses to discover cultures from 33 nations in one location. Entry is, as always, completely free, and the programme suits all age groups.

Fuengirola international fair 2026 dates and timetable

The schedule of the fair is from Wednesday 29 April to Sunday 3 May with continuous opening from 12 noon to 2am every day. Music in the casetas stops by 1.30am each night to allow residents rest. Children will enjoy half-price attractions on the opening day of 29 April. A parade starts from the town hall square at 11am on Friday, May 1, and follows a route through Plaza de España, Avenida Condes de San Isidro, Avenida Matías Sáenz de Tejada, Calle Alfonso XII, and Paseo Jesús Santos Rein to the fairground. One quiet hour takes place daily between 5pm and 6pm each day to support people with autism spectrum conditions.

Participating countries at Fuengirola international fair 2026

Iceland joins for the first time this edition. Sweden and Thailand return among the 33 participants. Established participants include Germany, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Finland, Great Britain, Greece, Hawaii, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Romania, Senegal, Thailand, Turkey, Uruguay and Venezuela. Live performances feature artists such as Laura Elen and Skafeinados in the caseta Australia and Brit Pop Authority and Crush Band in the caseta Great Britain, plus Monkey Tennis and The Killer Rockets return to the caseta Ireland.

Experiences at Fuengirola fair casetas

Every caseta functions as a mini cultural embassy. Feria-goers can pop in and taste typical foods from Argentinian steaks to Asian dishes and European desserts. Folk music and traditional shows provide live entertainment throughout the five days.

Transport and parking for Fuengirola international fair 2026

RENFE will be operating special late services from Los Boliches station at 2.30am, 3am and 4.40am. But, be prepared for packed carriages as happens every year. Bus line 1 runs extended hours until 2.30am between Miramar and Carvajal. Extra parking areas open at La Loma in Avenida de Andalucía and appear on Google Maps as “Aparcamiento Feria de Los Países”. A coordination centre operates from the Palacio de la Paz. Local artist D. Darko designed this year’s poster, incorporating flags from all nations to represent diversity and unity.