Beautiful blooms at the Cruz de Mayo

Plaza Begines will be filled to the brim with florals when the traditional Cruz de Mayo (May Cross celebration) takes place in Estepona, on Saturday, 2 May from 12pm, with flowers, food and fun. 

Joining the burst of colour is a full programme of music and dance to be enjoyed, acts performing will come from the talented Jubis Choir, La Milana Dance Academy, Miguel Lopez Ramirez, Con Acento Dance Academy, Monica Peña Dance Academy, a local DJ, and D’Repente Flamenco.

To keep everyone refreshed a selection of food and drinks will also be available. Paella, fried pastries served with hot chocolate, and bar service at affordable prices. A Happy Hour promotion is listed from 4pm to 6pm.

As part of the celebrations there is the Estepona town hall’s crosses competition for 2026, where people who have elaborately and beautifully decorated crosses across the municipality are judged for quality, presentation and traditional design.

The council has confirmed the following cash prizes for the competition, 

• First Prize: €1,000
• Second Prize: €750
• Third Prize: €500
• Fourth Prize: €250
• Fifth Prize: €150
• Sixth Prize: €100

Judging is scheduled to begin from 12pm on 2 May.

La Cruz de Mayo has a historic meaning, this christian tradition is linked to the cross of Jesus Christ and was historically celebrated in Spain on 3 May as the Feast of the Holy Cross. Over time, this religious day has blended with springtime traditions that welcome the warmer weather, flowers and new life after winter, bringing us what we see in the current day. People decorate crosses with colourful flowers and place them in streets, squares and courtyards as a symbol of faith, renewal and community spirit. In towns across Andalucia, including Estepona, the festival is also a chance for families, neighbours and local groups to come together with music, food and celebrations. 

Head to Plaza Begines Estepona to enjoy this spring floral display, 12pm. For more information visit the town hall website.