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Halloween 2025 Events in Málaga, Mijas, Costa de Mijas, Coín, and Alhaurín el Grande
Get ready for a spook-tacular Halloween 2025 on Spain’s Costa del Sol! From family-friendly frights in Málaga’s botanical gardens to community fiestas in Mijas, glamorous dinner shows on Mijas Costa, an immersive “Mystic” festival in Coín, and a youth-focused haunted night in Alhaurín el Grande – there’s something for everyone. Below we’ve compiled the top events by area, with details on when and where to go, what to expect, and where to find more information. Happy Halloween!
Málaga
Family Halloween Adventure at La Concepción Botanical Garden
When? Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October 2025, with start times at 10:30, 11:00, and 11:30 in the morning. Each session lasts about an hour.
Where? Jardín Botánico-Histórico La Concepción (Historical Botanical Garden), Camino del Jardín Botánico 3, 29014 Málaga.
Description: A daytime family adventure in Málaga’s beautiful botanical garden. Families with children will join a Halloween-themed treasure hunt (gymkhana) along the garden trails, working together to “free the bad spirits” roaming the grounds. There’s also a creative craft workshop for kids and a fun photo booth where everyone can show off their costumes. Costumes are encouraged! Tickets include garden entry and cost €9 per person (standard) or €6.90 reduced (children up to 16, students up to 26, seniors, etc.). All ages are welcome (the activities are designed for families with kids).
Website: La Concepción Botanical Garden Official Site.
“The Immortals Never Die” Haunted Garden Night Tour
When? Friday 31 October 2025, with guided tour sessions every 30 minutes starting from 7:00 pm onwards (last entry likely later in the evening).
Where? Jardín Botánico-Histórico La Concepción, Málaga – meeting at the main entrance (same address as above).
Description: On Halloween night, the Botanical Garden transforms into a dimly-lit stage for a theatrical “haunted” tour after dark. Costumed actors – think Dracula, the Exorcist girl, and other infamous immortals – lurk along the winding paths, searching for a mythical plant of eternal life. Dare to follow them on this spooky 90-minute journey through the garden’s shadows! This dramatized night tour is suitable for adults and brave teens (parental discretion advised for younger kids, as some scenes may be scary). Tickets are €17 per person. Be sure to reserve in advance, as space is limited.
Website: La Concepción Botanical Garden – Halloween Night Tour Info (see “Visita teatralizada Halloween”).
Candlelight: Halloween Classics Concert
When? Sunday 26 October 2025, with two performances that evening at 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm.
Where? Gran Hotel Miramar 5⭐, Paseo de Reding 22, Málaga (in the city centre seafront). The concert is hosted in an elegant salon of this historic luxury hotel.
Description: A unique candlelit concert featuring iconic Halloween-themed music in a classical style. The Origen Quartet will perform pieces like Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and themes from The Exorcist, Stranger Things, and Ghostbusters – all bathed in the warm glow of hundreds of candles. This enchanting 60-minute performance provides a hauntingly beautiful twist to classical music, perfect for adults and families (kids who can enjoy a calm concert environment). Advance booking is highly recommended, as this popular event tends to sell out. Ticket prices vary (around €15–€35) depending on seating; check the official booking site for details.
Website: Official Ticket Page on FeverUp (Gran Hotel Miramar Candlelight Concert).
Mijas
Halloween in Mijas Pueblo – Plaza Virgen de la Peña
When? Friday 31 October 2025, from 4:00 pm until 10:00 pm.
Where? Plaza Virgen de la Peña, Mijas Pueblo (the main village square in Mijas Pueblo).
Description: The white-washed village of Mijas Pueblo comes alive with free Halloween fun for all ages. The town square will host a family-friendly fiesta featuring a child-oriented “haunted house” installation and **six bouncy castles** to entertain the little ghouls. Expect costumed characters, music, games, and a lively parade through the streets (inspired by Mexico’s Día de los Muertos, with mariachis and elegant Catrina skeletons). There will be face-painting, candy, and spooky decorations turning the plaza into a Halloween playground. This community event is organised by Mijas Town Hall and is **free of charge**. Just show up in costume and join the fun!
Website: Mijas Halloween Program News – Euro Weekly (official details via Ayuntamiento de Mijas).
Halloween in La Cala de Mijas – Parque de Butibamba
When? Friday 31 October 2025, roughly 5:00 pm to 10:30 pm.
Where? Parque Butibamba, La Cala de Mijas (a beachfront park in La Cala).
Description: La Cala de Mijas will host its own community Halloween celebration by the sea. Starting around sundown, Butibamba Park will offer “beachside chills” with a spooky twist. Families can enjoy workshops, games, and live performances on an outdoor stage. There will be **themed kids’ activities** (like face painting, crafts, and a tamer haunted trail for younger children) as well as food stalls for snacks. The event culminates in a costumed parade along the beachfront. Like the Mijas Pueblo event, this fiesta is free and open to all ages – just come dressed up and ready for a fun evening!
Website: Mijas Halloween Program News – Euro Weekly
Halloween in Las Lagunas (Mijas) – Fairground & “El Maizal” Maze
When? Friday 31 October 2025, approximately 5:30 pm until 11:00 pm
Where? The Municipal Fairground (Recinto Ferial) in Las Lagunas, Mijas. (Near Cortijo Don Elías, which hosts the special maze.)
Description: Las Lagunas (the modern part of Mijas) will cap off the town’s trilogy of Halloween events with an evening at the fairground full of thrills. You’ll find food trucks serving spooky treats, treasure hunts, magic shows, and more, all in a festive open-air venue. A highlight here is “El Maizal” – a cornfield-themed haunted maze at the nearby Cortijo Don Elías, designed for thrill-seekers aged 12 and up}. Enter if you dare, and wind through misty rows of corn stalks with hidden scares at every turn! For younger kids or the faint-of-heart, each Mijas district (including Las Lagunas) also offers gentler “terror trails” so nobody misses out. All activities are free to enjoy. This is a fantastic community party blending Halloween horror with fun for all ages. Don’t forget to dress up – the locals certainly will!
Website: Mijas Halloween Program Highlights
Costa de Mijas (Mijas Costa)
Olivia’s La Cala – Halloween Dinner Show & Party
When? Friday 31 October 2025, starting at 8:00 pm (dinner seating and show from 20:00 onwards).
Where? Olivia’s La Cala Restaurant, Calle Benarrabá 4, La Cala de Mijas (Mijas Costa).
Description: Embrace the mystery at a glamorous adults-only Halloween dinner show on the coast. Olivia’s La Cala – a stylish restaurant & lounge – is throwing a Halloween Party that combines fine dining with live entertainment and dancing. Enjoy a special multi-course dinner and cocktails while costumed performers and musicians provide spooky-chic entertainment throughout the night. Guests are encouraged to dress to impress (there will be a costume contest with prizes for the best outfits!). This event has become one of the most spectacular Halloween nights on the Costa del Sol, perfect for couples or groups of friends looking for a fun, upscale celebration. Advance table booking is required.
Website: Official Event Page – Olivia’s La Cala
Max Beach Club – “Twisted Tales” Halloween Dinner Show
When? Friday 31 October 2025, from around 8:00 pm until late (party continues into the night)
Where? Max Beach Club, Riviera del Sol (Mijas Costa). Address: Carretera de Cádiz (A7) km 198, urbanización Riviera Sol, 29649 Mijas.
Description: Step into a dark fairy tale at Max Beach’s **“Twisted Tales”** Halloween dinner show. This chic beachfront venue will transform into a world of mystery and enchantment for one special night. The theme reimagines familiar childhood storybooks with a horror twist – think evil twists on classic nursery rhymes and grim fairy tale characters roaming around. Guests will be treated to a gourmet dinner accompanied by haunting live performances, eerie music, and immersive theatrical surprises throughout the evening. With breathtaking sea views as the backdrop, it’s an unforgettable blend of luxury dining and Halloween theatre. Dress code: “Dress for drama” – costumes encouraged! Reservations are essential (this event sells out). Recommended for adults; minors might be allowed with adults at dinner, but the atmosphere is tailored to a mature audience.
Website: Max Beach – Twisted Tales Event Info
Coín
“Mystic” Halloween Festival by Portals Show (Coín)
When? Friday 31 October 2025, starting at 5:00 pm and running through the night until approx. 2:00 am (1 Nov):contentReference[oaicite:42]{index=42}. The event has an afternoon segment (5pm–8pm) and a nighttime segment (8pm–2am).
Where? Parque Princesa de Asturias, Coín (an outdoor park/event space in Coín, Málaga province).
Description: **MYSTIC** is an immersive Halloween festival combining music, visual arts, and fantasy, presented by the creative team at Portals Show. This unique event is split into two phases
- Early Evening (5pm–8pm): Family-friendly fun with a mystical twist. The park becomes an enchanted realm with activities for all ages – including a costume contest, face-painting and makeup workshops, craft stations, and accessible dance-pop music and visuals suitable for kids and adults alike.
- Night (8pm–2am): As darkness falls, the festival transforms into a high-energy electronic music event. Expect spectacular light shows with glowing “portals,” fantasy performers roaming the grounds, and a lineup of DJs spinning genres like retro “Remember” tracks, Dance, AfroHouse, and Deep House for a truly epic party vibe. There’s even a second stage hosting a DJ competition called the “Sound of Silence” silent disco, where attendees use headphones and vote with special “Portals” coins. The nighttime atmosphere is magical, tribal, and geared toward adults and older teens
This is a ticketed event. Ticket options range from around **€11** (youth/kids tickets and early promos) up to **€22** for last-minute general admission:contentReference[oaicite:51]{index=51}. (Kids under 5 may enter free; ages 5–14 require a €11 ticket.) Some promotional 2-for-1 deals and VIP add-ons (like merch or a vendor booth) are available as well. “Mystic” in Coín promises a safe but otherworldly experience where families can enjoy the early part, and adults can dance late into Halloween night.
Website: Mystic Portals – Halloween Event Details & Tickets
Alhaurín el Grande
Halloween Youth Festival & Haunted Library (Alhaurín el Grande)
When? Friday 31 October 2025, from 4:00 pm onward into the evening. (The main activities take place in the late afternoon and early evening of Oct 31.)
Where? Around the Municipal Library of Alhaurín el Grande – the area near C. Gerald Brenan, in the town centre.
Description: Alhaurín el Grande is gearing up for a night of chills aimed at teenagers and young adults, though all ages are welcome. The Town Hall’s Youth Department (Área de Juventud) and local youth association Juvenalh present a **Halloween Fiesta** centred on the public library and its plaza. The highlight is a “Pasaje del Terror” (haunted passage) constructed in the basement/parking level of the library – featuring an all-new spooky setup this year with improved props and scenes to surprise those who dare to enter. To ensure everyone enjoys the scare, there will be different passes or versions of the haunted house tailored to various age groups and scare tolerance levels (so younger teens can opt for a milder experience, while older youth get the full fright!). Entrance to the haunted house costs a symbolic €2 per person, with all proceeds going to Juvenalh to support their youth projects:. Outside the library, the party continues with music, entertainment, and lots of Halloween-themed activities – think street animations, costume fun, possibly food stalls – turning the area into a lively Halloween hangout from late afternoon into the night. This event is a safe and supervised way for local teens to celebrate Halloween, though families and anyone young at heart can join in the festive atmosphere.
Website: Official Announcement – Ayuntamiento de Alhaurín el Grande.