Carnaval in Marbella 2026

Overview

Marbella Carnival 2026 – Program Overview

Saturday, February 7

• 21:00 – Official Carnival Opening (“Pregón”) at the Adolfo Suárez Congress and Exhibition Palace.

  • Reading of the 2026 Carnival proclamation.

  • Award ceremony for the “Golden Shield.”

  • Presentation of the Carnival Queen, Ladies, and Carnival King (Dios Momo).

• Performances by local carnival groups.

February 11–12

• 10:00 – Children’s chirigota (carnival choir) contest at the Adolfo Suárez Congress and Exhibition Palace, with participation from local schools.

• Special seating area available for parents and families.

Sunday, February 15

• 12:00 – Children’s Carnival Opening at Parque de la Represa (near the Antonio Gil “El Nejo” temple).
  Activities include:

  • Children’s proclamation

  • Election of the Carnival King and Queen

  • Kids’ entertainment show

  • Inflatable attractions, mechanical bull, cotton candy, popcorn, and more

February 17–19

• 21:00 – Semifinals of the 29th Carnival Groups Competition at the Marbella City Theatre.

• Free invitation tickets available online and at the theatre box office.

Friday, February 20

• 21:00 – Final of the 29th Carnival Groups Competition at the Marbella City Theatre.

• Tickets: €5 (proceeds go to a local charity).

• Also broadcast on RTV Marbella (TV and YouTube).

Saturday, February 21

• 17:00 – Grand Carnival Humor Parade through Marbella.

  • Costume contest for adults and children (individuals, couples, and groups).

  • Carnival entertainment show and prize ceremony after the parade.

  • DJ and music celebration in the park.

Sunday, February 22

• 12:00 – Traditional “Mejillonada” (mussel festival) at Parque de la Represa.

  • Free mussels for attendees.

  • Live performances by carnival groups.

More info: Carnaval in Marbella

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