Malaga Film Festival
Every March, the Malaga city centre undergoes yet another glamorous makeover, this time for the Festival de Málaga.
The city’s beloved film festival is a 10-day celebration of Spanish-language cinema during which over 200 films are shown at spectacular venues across the city. These include Teatro Cervantes, Cine Albéniz and the Picasso Museum. Elsewhere, Calle Larios and Calle Alcazabilla serve as both a red carpet and an exhibition space.
The star-studded opening night, historically attended by the biggest names in Spain’s film industry, is broadcast live on a massive screen in Plaza de la Constitución, allowing everyone to share in the magic.
“Biznaga” awards
Around 20 of the best feature-length films compete for the main prize in the Festival’s Official Selection, with two winners receiving “Golden Biznaga” awards for best Spanish picture and best Ibero-American picture, respectively.
The “Silver Biznaga” awards are presented in various categories of film, including Documentary and Short Film.
The festival also features an International Premieres category, showcasing films from non-Spanish-speaking countries that have not yet been released in Spain. These are shown in VOSE (Original Version with Spanish subtitles).
No need to leave the kids at home either – there’s a Children’s Cinema section showcasing animated movies for the whole family to enjoy.
The 2026 Malaga Film Festival
The 2026 edition of the festival will take place from 6 to 15 March.
Aside from screenings, several other events, including masterclasses, exhibitions and round-table debates, are scheduled to take place.
More information about these events is available on the ‘Actividades’ section of the festival website.
Tickets for film screenings can be purchased on the festival website or at the box office on the day of the screening.
An English teacher and part-time writer with a love for literature and culture, Jen first swapped the Scottish gloom for the Spanish sun in 2019 when she arrived in Córdoba for her Erasmus year before moving to Malaga in 2021.