Is November 2 a public holiday in Málaga?

Yes. Because November 1 falls on a Sunday in 2026, Andalusia moves the All Saints holiday to Monday, November 2, creating a three-day weekend.

Are there Halloween activities for young children in Málaga?

Yes. Try La Concepción's potion gymkhana, Laberintus Park's family haunted house, or the Wednesday Addams musical at Ópera Benalmádena from October 30 to November 1.

Are there free Halloween events in Málaga?

La Fábrica's October 30 costume party is free to enter, Muelle Uno's activities were free in 2025, and Benalmádena's Día de Muertos altar costs nothing to visit.

What should I wear for Halloween in Málaga?

Choose a light costume for the mild evenings, and wear shoes with good grip, as the polished marble paving on Calle Larios gets slippery when wet.

Is the English Cemetery night tour suitable for children?

Organizers recommend it for ages 12 and over. It is a cultural, story-led visit rather than a fright night, so younger children may prefer La Concepción.

How do I get home after Halloween parties in Málaga?

The metro runs until around 1:30am on Saturdays, and EMT night lines N1, N2 and N4 cover the city afterwards. Taxis are easiest for venues outside the center.

Is there a Halloween day trip from Málaga?

Soportújar, the "witches' village" in Granada's Alpujarra, is lined with witch figures, cauldrons and a Baba Yaga house on chicken legs, and makes a fun themed escape.

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Málaga does Halloween with sunshine to spare. Actors lead night tours through mainland Spain's first Protestant cemetery, a botanical garden turns spooky after dark, and a hedge maze inland fills with haunted houses. Costumed crowds pack Calle Larios and Muelle Uno, and with All Saints moved to Monday, November 2, the celebrations stretch across a long weekend.

Where Málaga keeps its frights, folklore and festivities

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Night theater in the English Cemetery

Historia Viva Málaga brings the 1831 English Cemetery to life after dark, with actors retelling real stories such as Robert Boyd's execution and the Gneisenau shipwreck.

A scream park inside a hedge maze

From October 23 to 25, Laberintus Park in Humilladero becomes a scream park with three haunted houses, including an extreme 18+ barn and a family-friendly version.

A spooky evening at La Concepción

On October 31, the historic botanical garden hosts a theatrical night visit from 7pm, with the earliest sessions designed for families with children.

Trick-or-treating by the port

In 2025, Muelle Uno's shops handed out more than 900 kilos of sweets during a free afternoon of trick-or-treating, costume contests and photo stops.

Día de Muertos in Benalmádena

Benalmádena's Pre-Columbian Museum builds a traditional Mexican altar of flowers, candles and offerings, on display from October 2 to November 8.

A long All Saints weekend

Andalusia moves the All Saints holiday to Monday, November 2, so the fun runs from Friday's costume parties to Sophie Festival's Halloween special on Sunday.

Top things to do in Málaga this Halloween

Take a night tour of the English Cemetery

Before 1831, Protestants who died in Málaga were buried upright on the beach at night. Historia Viva's 90-minute theatrical tours tell that story among the graves of poet Jorge Guillén, writer Gerald Brenan, and 42 Gneisenau sailors. Tickets start at around €19, for ages 12 and over.

Where to go: Cementerio Inglés, Avenida de Príes 1 | Find on Maps

Brave Laberintus Scream Park

From October 23 to 25, the vast hedge maze at Laberintus Park in Humilladero hides three haunted houses: La Feria, La Cosecha and the 18+ El Granero. A gentler family version of La Cosecha suits children, and tickets are expected to start at €19.90.

Where to go: Laberintus Park, Humilladero | Find on Maps

Explore La Concepción after dark

Created in the mid-19th century by Amalia Heredia and Jorge Loring, this historic botanical garden hosts a theatrical night visit on October 31 from 7pm, for €17. Families can also join a potion-themed gymkhana on October 24 and 25 from 10:30am. Booking is required for both.

Where to go: Jardín Botánico-Histórico La Concepción | Find on Maps

Hear Málaga's dark legends from live actors

Leyendas y Misterios is a theatrical walk through the historic centre, starting beside the statue of Cardinal Herrera Oria, where actors recount the city's darkest tales. The final October date is Saturday, October 24, with sessions at 7pm and 9pm and tickets from €15.

Where to go: Statue of Cardinal Herrera Oria | Find on Maps

Join the costumed crowds downtown

On October 31, Calle Larios fills with costumed families and friends, while Muelle Uno usually hosts free trick-or-treating and a costume contest; in 2025, it ran from 5:30pm to 9pm. Afterwards, Hard Rock Cafe Málaga hosts a costume night with live rock from 9pm to 11pm.

Where to go:

Muelle Uno | Find on Maps
Calle Larios | Find on Maps

Dance at Málaga's biggest Halloween parties

On Friday, October 30, La Fábrica in Soho throws a free costume party from 5pm, with pumpkin beer on tap. Retro Halloween fills Málaga Forum, a former drive-in cinema, from 2pm to 2am on October 31 for adults only. Sophie Festival closes the weekend on November 1.

Where to go:

La Fábrica, Calle Trinidad Grund 29 | Find on Maps
Málaga Forum | Find on Maps
Ogus Park, Churriana | Find on Maps

Pick your event: Halloween highlights in Málaga

Event	Location	What's happening
Laberintus Scream Park	Humilladero	Three haunted houses hidden in a giant hedge maze
English Cemetery night tours	Avenida de Príes	Actors bring real stories to life among the graves
Leyendas y Misterios	Historic center	Málaga's darkest legends, told by costumed actors
La Concepción night visit	Jardín Botánico La Concepción	A historic garden turns spooky after dark
La Fábrica Halloween party	Soho	Free costume party with pumpkin beer on tap
Retro Halloween	Málaga Forum	Twelve hours of costumed partying, adults only
Halloween at OXO	OXO Museo del Videojuego	Horror video games inside Málaga's gaming museum
Muelle Uno trick-or-treat	Muelle Uno	Trick-or-treating and costume contests by the port
Hard Rock Cafe Halloween	Muelle Uno	Live rock and costumes on the waterfront
Día de Muertos altar	Benalmádena Pueblo	A Mexican altar of flowers, candles and offerings

Plan your Halloween in Málaga

Walking: The historic center is compact, and Calle Larios, the Cathedral and Muelle Uno sit within a short stroll of one another.
Metro: Málaga's light metro links the center with Teatinos and the Carretera de Cádiz, running until around 1:30am on Saturdays.
EMT buses: Night lines N1, N2 and N4 run after the regular service ends, and in past years EMT has doubled night bus capacity on Halloween.
Cercanías C1 train: This commuter line runs from Málaga Centro-Alameda to the airport, Torremolinos, Benalmádena, and Fuengirola, which is handy for Costa del Sol events.

Antigua Casa de Guardia: Approximately from €5. A tavern founded in 1840, pouring sweet Málaga wines straight from the barrel and chalking your tab on the bar.
El Pimpi: Approximately from €25. A rambling bodega beside the Roman Theatre and Alcazaba, its barrels signed by famous visitors.
Mercado de Atarazanas: Approximately from €10. A 19th-century iron market that keeps an original Nasrid gateway, with counters serving fried fish and tapas.
El Tintero: Approximately from €25. A beachfront spot in El Palo where waiters call out dishes, and you claim plates as they pass.
Casa Aranda: Approximately from €5. Churros and thick hot chocolate served in the center since 1932.

Budget hotels:
- ibis Málaga Centro Ciudad: from €80
- Hotel Sur Málaga: from €90
Mid-range hotels:
- Room Mate Valeria: from €140
- Petit Palace Plaza Málaga: from €150
Luxury hotels:
- Hotel Molina Lario: from €220
- AC Hotel Málaga Palacio: from €230
- Gran Hotel Miramar GL: from €350

Halloween around Málaga

The Alcazaba after dark

The floodlit ramparts of this 11th-century Moorish fortress glow above the Roman Theatre on Halloween night.

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Tips to make Halloween better in Málaga

Book the English Cemetery night tours and La Concepción's night visit early, as places are limited and booking is required.
Check age limits before you buy: The cemetery tours are recommended for ages 12 and over, while El Granero and Retro Halloween are for adults only.
Plan transport for Laberintus Park, about an hour inland, which opens at 6:30pm on Friday and Saturday and 5:30pm on Sunday.
Check opening times on Monday, November 2, since All Saints is a public holiday in Andalusia and some businesses close or keep holiday hours.
Pack a light jacket rather than heavy layers, as late-October evenings in Málaga are usually mild but cooler by the sea.
Stay on for Fancine, the University of Málaga's fantasy and horror film festival, which runs from November 11 to 17.

Frequently asked questions about spending Halloween in Málaga

Yes. Costume parties, theatrical night tours and family events fill late October, while many locals also mark All Saints with traditional sweets and cemetery visits.

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