Málaga wrapped up its biggest party of the year this week while grappling with the housing squeeze that never takes a break. Between Feria's final nights, a drone scare at the airport, and record-warm seas, it was a week of contrasts between celebration and the pressures of city life.
The Week's Biggest Stories
Coastal housing now eats 57% of household income
A new report shows Málaga's coastal housing market is the most expensive in Spain relative to income, with households spending 57% of earnings on housing. Prices rose 16.5% over the past year, pushed up by vacation rentals and foreign buyers. It underlines why renting or buying near the coast keeps getting harder for locals.
Water works disrupt traffic through September 1
Emasa's scheduled works are causing traffic disruptions across Málaga from August 24 through September 1. Avenida Miraflores del Palo and Calle Rodeo are among the areas affected. Drivers in those zones should expect delays and plan alternate routes for the next week.
Feria de Málaga wraps up its 2026 run
The Málaga Fair closed out its run with a final round of concerts and traditional performances, including a closing show by Paloma San Basilio at the Municipal Auditorium. The nine-day fair filled the city center and fairgrounds with music, flamenco, and late-night crowds. Streets and transport should return to normal patterns now that it has ended.
Málaga becomes a hotspot for the 2027 solar eclipse
Over 70% of hotel rooms in the path of totality for the August 2027 total solar eclipse are already booked, with Málaga emerging as a leading destination. Travelers are planning extended stays around the event. Residents may notice hotel and rental prices firming up well in advance as the date approaches.
Drone sighting briefly disrupts flights at Málaga Airport
A drone spotted near Málaga Airport on Sunday forced flight diversions for about an hour before normal operations resumed. No further details on the cause were given. Travelers flying that day may have faced short delays or rerouted arrivals.
Sea temperature nears record high off Málaga's coast
Waters off Málaga reached 28.8 degrees Celsius this week, close to the historical record for the area. Experts point to it as part of a broader warming trend linked to climate change. Beachgoers are getting unusually warm swimming conditions, but scientists flag it as a sign of longer-term environmental strain.
Comic-Con Málaga announces its October guest lineup
The second edition of Comic-Con Málaga, set for October 1 to 4, has revealed its guest list of 70 names from film, TV, and comics, including Elijah Wood and Sean Astin. It follows on from the event's debut and points to a bigger run this year. Fans planning to attend should expect a busy few days in the city as the dates approach.
Premios Juventud lands in Marbella in early September
The Premios Juventud 2026 awards will be held in Marbella on September 3, marking the first time the ceremony takes place outside the Americas. The lineup includes major Latin artists such as Manuel Carrasco, Camilo, and Wisin. It is expected to draw crowds and media attention to the Costa del Sol in the coming weeks.
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21:30 · Monte San Antón, Malaga · €15 for federated runners, €18 for non-federated runners
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