Summer brings feria time to Andalucía, and Manilva’s exciting programme is here! Covering Manilva Pueblo, Duquesa, Castillo, and Sabinillas, there’s something for everyone. Check our Manilva area guide for more on this vibrant region.
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Virgen del Carmen – Castillo de la Duquesa and Sabinillas
On July 13, Plaza Miramar hosts kids’ games at 11am and a “moraga” lunch at 1pm with espeto-style fish in Parque de Huerto. Live music starts at 6pm, followed by the crowning of carnival Queens and Princesses.
The main event on July 16 honours the Virgin del Carmen, Patron Saint of Sailors. In Castillo, mass is at 6:30pm, followed by a sea procession from Duquesa Port and live music in Parque del Huerto. In Sabinillas, mass is at noon, with crowning at 1pm, a sea procession at 7pm, and live music from 10pm.
The main event on July 16 honours the Virgin del Carmen, Patron Saint of Sailors. In Castillo, mass is at 6:30pm, followed by a sea procession from Duquesa Port and live music in Parque del Huerto. In Sabinillas, mass is at noon, with crowning at 1pm, a sea procession at 7pm, and live music from 10pm.
Fiestas Patronales Santa Ana – Manilva Village 26/07
Celebrate Manilva’s patron saint, Santa Ana, on July 26. Musicians wake the village at 8am, followed by mass at 7:30pm. The statue of Santa Ana parades with the town band, and live music by three groups starts at 10pm on Calle Mar, creating a lively atmosphere.
August Feria
The Sabinillas fairground, famous for its Sunday market, hosts nearly a week of fun with fair rides, food stalls, live music, and flamenco. The feria begins August 7 with “Kids’ Day,” offering rides for €1.50 from 9pm. At 10:30pm, the feria opens with speeches, crowning of Kings, Queens, and Princesses, and live music.
Two zones cater to all: the Caseta Municipal (live performances, 9pm–late) and Caseta de Juventud (teens 12–16, 10pm–1am). Enjoy nightly music at 10:30pm, midnight, and 2am from August 8–11. Highlights include the “Disnemania” musical on August 9 at 9:30pm, plus parades in Manilva (Saturday, 8pm) and Castillo/Sabinillas (Sunday, 7:30pm). Take a siesta to enjoy the late-night festivities!
Two zones cater to all: the Caseta Municipal (live performances, 9pm–late) and Caseta de Juventud (teens 12–16, 10pm–1am). Enjoy nightly music at 10:30pm, midnight, and 2am from August 8–11. Highlights include the “Disnemania” musical on August 9 at 9:30pm, plus parades in Manilva (Saturday, 8pm) and Castillo/Sabinillas (Sunday, 7:30pm). Take a siesta to enjoy the late-night festivities!
San Luis de Sabinillas Fair 25/08
Sabinillas honours its patron saint, San Luis, on August 25. Musicians start at 8am, followed by mass at 8pm. The saint’s statue parades with the town band, and live music begins at 10:30pm in Plaza Vicente Espinel.
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Vendimia 31/08-01/09
The feria season ends with the vibrant Vendimia in Manilva Village, a unique harvest festival. On August 31, mass at 7:30pm kicks off a procession and a heaviest grape bunch contest. Music starts at 10:30pm in Vendimia Square.
Sunday, September 1, is the highlight! Calle Mar’s day feria opens at 1pm, with a horseback procession at 1:30pm. Live music begins at 2pm, and DJs play in Vendimia Square from 4pm. At 7pm, witness the traditional grape crushing and taste the first Manilva wine in Vendimia Square—a must-see! Music continues from 9:30pm to late.
Sunday, September 1, is the highlight! Calle Mar’s day feria opens at 1pm, with a horseback procession at 1:30pm. Live music begins at 2pm, and DJs play in Vendimia Square from 4pm. At 7pm, witness the traditional grape crushing and taste the first Manilva wine in Vendimia Square—a must-see! Music continues from 9:30pm to late.
This is certainly a place that knows how to party and if you’re visiting over the summer, or are lucky enough to live here all year round, there’s plenty of fun to be had. Browse properties in Manilva or contact us if you’d like to view properties in Manilva and find out how you could call this wonderful place home.