Feria Internacional de Los Pueblos is a multicultural festival celebrating folklore and gastronomy of the nations of the World. It takes place in Fuengirola, home to more than a hundred nationalities. In 2020 34 countries will present their cuisine, history and culture.
The festival in 2020 starts on Wednesday 29th of April and ends 3rd of May. It takes place in the centre of Fuengirola and is a fun, free, family-friendly event that includes activities, shows, food stalls, dancing, and celebrations. Stallholders sell food and drink, and entry is free.
The Feria is open every day from 13:00 to 04:00 and all stalls have to be open at least until 01.00.
In addition to the stalls on the Festival grounds there is also a parade with folkloric groups from each country. It takes place on Friday, 1st of May at 11.30 in Plaza de España in Fuengirola.
Wednesday 29 April 12:00 FIM Trade Fair opening 13:00 Stands opening 04:00 Stands closing Thursday 30 April 12:00 FIM Trade Fair opening 13:00 Stands opening 04:00 Stands closing Friday 1 May 11.30 at Plaza de España – Great Folklore Parade to the fairground 12:00 FIM Trade Fair opening 13:00 Stands opening 04:00 Stands closing | Saturday 2 May 12:00 FIM Trade Fair opening 13:00 Stands opening 04:00 Stands closing Sunday 3 May 12:00pm FIM Trade Fair opening 13:00pm Stands opening 04:00am Stands closing |
Complete schedule of performances in booths of all participating nations will be soon available here.
Goes without saying – even after the official programme of the day ends, the PARTY CONTINUES. Many food stalls are open until late night and the dance and music never stops.
The best way to get from Málaga to Fuengirola is by train. The train is called C1 and departs from Centro Alameda – train stop in the centre of Málaga. The travel takes approximatelly 40 minutes and costs €3.60. Complete timetables Málaga – Fuengirola –Málaga are available here.
Once in Fuengirola, follow this map to the destination of the festival. (In case you decide to go by car, please note that parking in the area might be quite challenging.)
All information and image resources come from the official FlP website.
We hope that you will enjoy the mix of many different cultures at Feria International. Be sure to try some delicious cuisine, see traditional costumes and performances. If you are looking for more local celebrations in Málaga check our post about Feria de Málaga here!