Costa del Sol
The Estepona Marathon: A Global Sports Celebration
Over 1,000 participants have already signed up for the inaugural Estepona Marathon, known as the ‘Jardín de la Costa del Sol’, set to take place on October 11. Participants from more than 50 different nationalities will gather to run along the stunning coastal corridor of southern Europe. Estepona’s strategic location, with easy access from airports…
Postponement of the Equestrian Arts Festival at Plaza de Toros to August 29
Tickets already bought for this fantastic equestrian exhibition, showcasing dressage, haute école, and imaginative performances, will remain valid. The Estepona City Council has announced that the Equestrian Art Festival, originally planned for Sunday, July 19 at Plaza de Toros, has been rescheduled to Saturday, August 29 at 10:00 p.m. This decision was taken due to…
The Estepona Fair: A Popular Summer Event with Over 400,000 Visitors
Estepona’s annual fair and festival, organized by the City Council, has concluded successfully with an impressive turnout of nearly half a million visitors. The event has solidified its reputation as one of the major summer attractions on the Costa del Sol. Macarena Diánez, responsible for Culture and Festivals, praised the active participation of residents and…
Artistic Competition in Estepona: VI Open-air Speed Painting Contest ‘Estepona, Paradise of the Costa del Sol’
Scheduled for Saturday, May 30, from 09.00 to 14.00 hours, the City Council of Estepona has announced the VI Open-air Speed Painting Contest ‘Estepona, Paradise of the Costa del Sol’. The main objective of this event is to encourage artistic expression and showcase the natural beauty and architectural heritage of the city. Participants, aged 16…
Inauguration of the Estepona Garden Costa del Sol Marathon
Estepona’s mayor, José María García Urbano, expressed that the marathon signifies Estepona’s dedication to establishing itself as a global hub for active tourism, blending tourism, sports, and quality of life. The Estepona Garden Costa del Sol Marathon debuts on October 11, offering a premium experience for runners amidst the beauty of the Costa del Sol….
David Rivas emerges victorious in the 5th International Contest for Symphonic Band Composition ‘Estepona, Garden of the Costa del Sol’
A competition featuring eighteen highly esteemed musicians from both national and international backgrounds has concluded, with a grand prize of 10,000 euros at stake. The triumphant composer, David Rivas from Toro, Zamora, has until September 18, 2026 to complete his musical masterpiece inspired by Estepona. Estepona City Council has announced that David Rivas has clinched…
Estepona’s New Floral Campaign: Enhancing the City’s Image with Over 400,000 Plants
The City Council is advancing its garden city model by exceeding 800,000 square meters of public gardens. Spring-summer planting has commenced in municipal green areas, where more than 400,000 specimens of various flowers and shrubs will be displayed. This initiative marks a significant step in the annual gardening calendar, scheduled to continue until August. Plants…
Estepona City Council presents the 3rd Annual Outdoor Speed Painting Contest
On May 6, artists will have the opportunity to create a landscape or cityscape painting in Estepona between 9:00 and 14:00. The competition offers a first prize of 600 euros and a second prize of 300 euros. The Estepona City Council has announced the Third Annual Outdoor Speed Painting Contest ‘Estepona, Garden of the Costa…
Estepona City Council disappointed with Endesa’s rejection of electricity supply proposal for Alma building
A letter from Endesa has been received by the Consistory, rejecting the proposal to provide electricity exclusively to the Alma building in the sector, which is still awaiting future developments. Today, the Estepona City Council announced that Endesa has turned down the latest municipal offer made in January to address the electricity supply issue at…
Competition of 20 Composers at V Composition Contest for Symphonic Band in Estepona
Musicians from around the world are participating in the V Composition Contest for Symphonic Band ‘Estepona, Garden of the Costa del Sol’, with a prize of 10,000 euros. The contest, open to composers of any nationality, aims to inspire the creation of symphonic works based on Estepona. A total of 18 composers, mainly from different…