Mijas Racecourse Hosts Beer Festival

Fiesta de la cerceza Mijas

From today (12th July) and until the 29th July, the Mijas Racecourse will host its very own version of the Oktoberfest.

You’ll be able to enjoy traditional blonde and wheat beers imported specially from Germany, all served in half litre a one litre jars as well as some delicious typically german dishes. Live shows and music will complete a full entertainment programme which you won’t want to miss.

The organisers have gone to great lengths to ensure the Racecourse resembles a true Bavarian Beer Fest, I guess we’ll have to take a drive up and see if they’ve done a good job 😉

The Beer Festival will be open to the public every day from 7pm to 3am. Entrance is free with the exception of the 14th, 21st and 28th July as there are evening horse races programmed on these dates. If you’d like to go along on race days, the price is €5 for adults; children and pensioners can watch the races for free.

The Mijas Racecourse is located approximately 25 minutes drive from Sunset Beach Club. Just take the coast road to Fuengirola and continue on the A7 road towardsMarbella. When you reach the Bil-Bil castle on the western side of Fuengirola, turn right and follow the signs for the ‘Hipodromo Mijas/Costa del Sol’.

 

53rd Edition of the Nerja International Music & Dance Festival

Festival de Musica y Baile de Nerja

Flamenco in the Nerja Caves...

There are just a few days to go until the start of the 53rd Nerja International Music and Dance Festival. From the 17th to the 22nd July – this year there festival lasts a little longer – the famous Nerja Caves will be the setting for an amazing selection of music and dance performances: Ballet, flamenco, classical music, opera…each evening offers a different genre and style.

Nerja Music and Dance Festival – Programme of Events (more…)

Mijas Blues Festival 2012: 3 Days of the Best Blues

Mijas Blues Festival 2012It’s that time of year again… from the 6th to the 8th July 2012, Mijas Town becomes a haven for Blues lovers from all over as it celebrates the 6th edition of the Mijas Blues Festival.

Ain’t Nothin´But… in collaboration with the Mijas Town Council Foreigner’s Department have once again put together a fantastic event which aims to become one of Europe’s top Blues festivals. Best thing about this event fantastic event is that it’s FREE!

The festival will be held in the town’s main Plaza with Friday night’s acts on the beautiful old bandstand and Saturday and Sunday’s on the main stage.  (more…)

Pitbull Concert in Málaga on June 26th

Concierto Pitbull en MalagaArmando Christian Pérez, AKA Pitbull will be bringing his ‘Planet Pit’ World Tour the Costa del Sol’s capital next Tuesday the 26th June 2012.

After a string of hits with world famous artists such as Enrique Iglesias, Shakira, Jennifer López and David Guetta, Pitbull lands in Málaga – on his own this time – ready to delight local fans with his unique mix of electro-house, hip-house and dance pop music!

The concert will be held at the ‘Auditorio Diputación de Málaga’ and will be the only concert the Miami born artist will be performing on Andalusian soil. With 5 albums under his belt, on this occasion Pitbull will be presenting his latest project, ‘Planet Pit’.

Tickets are priced between €36.70 and €62.30 and can be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.es. There will also be some special VIP tickets priced at €66 which allow access to a special ‘Planet Pit’ area (great for all those die-hard fans out there!).

The Pitbull concert starts at 10:30 pm so, if you’re planning on going, make sure you leave enough time to tackle the Málaga traffic and get a good parking space 🙂

Are you Going to the San Juan Fair in Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena?

Feria de Dan Juan Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmadena

It’s that time of year again! Arroyo de la Miel in Benalmadena is getting ready for its annual San Juan Festivities; a fun packed week full of great food; lots of drink; music and flamenco dancing!

If you’re here on holiday from the 24th to the 29th June (2012) we highly recommend you take a trip up to the fair and experience the fun atmosphere of a true Spanish “Feria”.

As with most local festivities, the San Juan Fair in Arroyo de la Miel is split into two: A day fair (form 12pm to 7pm) which is located in the centre of town and a night fair which is located just above Paloma Park. (more…)

Sting Concert Announced for the 30th June in Marbella

Sting concert in MarbellaSting has just announced a last minute change to his world tour by adding a concert in Marbellaon the 30th June 2012.

Great news for Sting fans as the concert will be held at the Puente Romano Tennis Club, a small and intimate venue and a unique opportunity to be one of the lucky 2000 people (more or less) to witness this great concert. Sting usually plays to massive stadium audiences so this will be a great chance to see him up close!

The Marbella concert is one of only two venues which Sting will be playing in Spain as he makes his way around the globe on this 60 city world tour.

Sting will be joined on stage by a spectacular band of musicians including Dominic Miller (guitar), David Sancious (Keyboard), Vinnie Colaiuta (Drums), Peter Tickell (Electric Fiddle) and Jo Lawry (Vocals).

Important Information about the Sting Concert in Marbella

Where: Puente Romano Tennis Club inMarbella

When: 30th June 2012

Time: 9:30 pm

Price: Between €90 and €250

Where to Buy Tickets: Call the hotline on 608 134 380 or www.ticketmaster.es

This will be an unforgettable show which will include hits from Stings 25 year long career, including favourites from ‘The Police’.