Málaga Semana Santa turns Spain’s Costa del Sol into a sacred spectacle! This Holy Week festival, held the week before Easter, fills Málaga with ornate floats, hooded penitents, and haunting chants. Known worldwide as a “Fiesta of International Tourist Interest,” it’s a cultural must-see. This Málaga Semana Santa guide covers 5 days of devotion, perfect for travelers seeking Spain’s spiritual side. Ready for a moving experience? Let’s dive in!
Day 1 Palm Sunday Start
Málaga Semana Santa begins with Palm Sunday processions (free). Watch brotherhoods carry palm-laden floats from Málaga Cathedral along Calle Larios—grab a coffee (€1.50) and feel the solemn start.
Day 2 Trono Thrones
Monday showcases massive tronos—wooden floats weighing up to 5 tons—at Plaza de la Merced (free). Sip a tinto de verano (€3) as hooded figures march to slow drumbeats.
Day 3 Midweek Majesty
Wednesday brings the Virgen de la Paloma procession (free). Doves are released near the Alcazaba—pair it with tapas like tortilla (€5) from a nearby bar.
Day 4 Holy Thursday Silence
Thursday’s Procession of Silence (free) hushes Málaga’s streets. Only a lone drum echoes as penitents pass—watch from Plaza de la Constitución with a glass of wine (€4).
Day 5 Good Friday Finale
Good Friday ends with the Cristo de la Buena Muerte float (free), legionaries in tow. The Old Town glows with candlelight—savor Málaga’s quiet beauty with a €2 churro.
Málaga Semana Santa Tips
- Best Timing Late March or early April (e.g., March 30–April 5, 2025) for spring vibes
- Budget €20–40/day covers snacks and small donations
- Resources Visit Málaga Turismo for routes. See our Málaga Art Journey for more culture (internal link)
Málaga Semana Santa blends faith and art—profound and mesmerizing. Ready to join?
