At the end of September, we are always in for a treat with the Fiestas de San Miguel, in the barrio del Castillo Almuñécar! Up high on the hill in the old town, near the castle, the streets come alive for a few days and nights.
Who is San Miguel?
San Miguel (Saint Michael) is one of the seven archangels and is among the three whose names appear in the Bible. The other two are Gabriel and Rafael. The Holy Church gives San Miguel the highest place among the archangels and calls him “Prince of the heavenly spirits”, or “head or head of the heavenly militia”. In the Old Testament, he appears as the great defender of the people of God against the Devil, and his powerful defense continues in the New Testament.
Very appropriately, he is represented in art as the warrior angel, the conqueror of Lucifer, putting his heel on the head of the infernal enemy, threatening him with his sword, piercing him with his spear, or ready to chain him forever in the abyss of hell. Christendom from the early Church reveres San Miguel as the angel who defeated Satan and his followers and cast them out of heaven with his sword of fire.
He is traditionally recognized as the guardian of the Christian armies against the enemies of the Church and as a protector of Christians against the diabolical powers, especially at the time of death.
Día de San Miguel (29 September)
San Miguel is the patron saint of the neighborhood “El Castillo” or the Castle. These are the streets and alleyways at the top of the hill, closest to the San Miguel Castle and some of the surrounding streets.
This usually includes a few days of activities, food, drinks, music, dancing, and plenty of fun. Each night is full of people gathering at the makeshift bars on the neighborhood streets, as well as kids enjoying the events as well. The parties usually begin during the day and continue into the wee hours every night, typically including amazing fireworks. There is an official party tent in front of the castle for the performances and concerts.
There is an official party tent in front of the castle for the performances and concerts.
Almuñécar Fiestas de San Miguel Schedule
25-27 & 29 September, 2026
There is an official party tent in front of the castle for many of the activities, performances, and concerts. You will find bars set up all through the streets. This is the perfect time to explore the neighborhood.
2026 Agenda
25 September 2026 FRIDAY
- 13:00 – Opening of the festivities and bars.
- 16:00 – Charanga Los Barrileros.
- 16:00 – Five-a-side football tournament (Miguel Sports Center) barrio San Miguel
- 17:00 – Bingo
- 19:00 – The K-pop Warriors musical show for the little ones
- 20:00 – Zumba with Evi
- 21:00 – Miss and Mister 2026 pageant (children’s category)
- 21:00 – Tribute to María Jiménez and Miguel Poveda
- 23:00 – The Glow Fest Party, until the early hours (With gifts and surprises)
26 September 2026 SATURDAY
- 12:00 – Opening of the bars with music by Charanga Los Barrileros.
“ARTESUR” painting exhibition on the esplanade street.
Futsal final (San Miguel neighborhood sports center) - 16:00 – Entertainment and games for the little ones
- 16:30 – Bingo
- 19:00 – Zumba with Paquillo
- 21:30 – “Don’t Compare Me” David Manita, Alejandro Sanz tribute.
- 00:00 Youth Party with local DJs
27 September 2026 SUNDAY
- 12:00 – Bars Open
- 12:30 – Foam Party
- 13:00 – Latin Rumba with Yair Acosta
- 16:00 – Flamenco Alley
- 18:00 – Bingo
- 16:30 – Awards Ceremony
- 21:00 – Raúl El Balilla
- 23:00 Party with DJ Marcos Cortés
- END OF THE FESTIVITIES!
28 & 29 September 2026 MONDAY & TUESDAY
Monday 28
- 10:00 – Traditional breakfast for the students of San Miguel School
Tuesday 29
- 18:00 – Mass in honor of Saint Michael the Archangel
- 20:00 – Procession of Saint Michael the Archangel. Fireworks display after the procession
The Department of Festivals reserves the right to modify any activity, schedule, or location shown in this program.
PROCESSIONAL ROUTE OF THE ARCHANGEL SAN MIGUEL
Starting at the castle and going around the neighborhood counterclockwise
- 18:00 Mass in honor of Saint Michael the Archangel at the Socio-Cultural Center on Calle San Miguel
- 20:00 Solemn procession of Saint Michael the Archangel
- 21:00 Flamenco Cultural Club “El pellizco”
During the World Tourism Day holidays, visits to the Cueva 7 Palacios Museum and Castillo de San Miguel will be free.
