Every year, Nerja holds many spectacular festivals in its streets. If you are fortunate enough to be in Nerja as one of their festivals is being held then you are in for a real treat.

We have provided below a selection of some of the most popular festivals and celebrations. Don’t forget your camera!

The Feast of San Anton
Procession and fireworks in the town of Maro
(5 mins drive from Nerja).

Carnival
Three wonderful days of full colour with Chirigotas (popular songs) and a great street parade.

Semana Santa
Holy week with processions full of emotion and simplicity.

Day of the Cross
Locals in Nerja sing and dance around hand made flowered crosses. Honey specialities Arropia (caramel) and Marcocha (popcorn with honey).

Romeria San Isidro
Outburst of joy in the pilgrimage of horses and Spanish costumes.

Noche San Juan
BBQs at night.
Cake Speciality: Tortas de San Juan

Virgen del Carmen
Fishermen's feast day. Marine procession carrying the Virgin in a fishing boat.

Festival CuevaNerja
Flamenco and classic music festivals in the Caves of Nerja.

Feast of the Maravillasin
Local Saint’s days festivities with a fair in Maro.

Feria de Nerja
Local Saint’s days with great fairs and amusements.