May in Spain sees many events. Things are heating up, and it's not just mercury rising. The celebrations of Santa Cruz - or the Crosses of May - and the fragrant patio festival in Córdoba. Take in the San Isidro celebrations in Madrid. In fact - it's impossible to visit Spain in May without tripping over the hem of a flamenco frock or hearing the lonely rasgueado strum of a guitar.
Something for the weekend?
Hang on, who cranked up the volume? You might hear more than one guitar if you're heading to Andalucía this May. The last weekend in May is the date for your diary. There are plans afoot for one of the best rock concerts to hit the mainland this year, and it's all happening in Cala de Mijas. So, join in - and here's where, how and when to get your groove on!
What's the event?
It's brand new and promises to be exciting stuff. This festival has it all, location, big-name bands, and the sunshine of course - almost guaranteed! Think Glastonbury minus the mud. Mijas Rocks - Malaga Rock Festival - bringing a sunny sound of rock and indie music to the Costa on the 29th and 30th of May, this year. So forget Rock the Casbah, it's time to Rock the Costa!
Where does it take place?
The destination for the Mijas Rock Festival is La Cala de Mijas. Situated in the province of Málaga, La Cala de Mijas sits between Fuengirola to the east and Marbella to the west. Easy to get to and access, an ideal location and a stunning coastline too.
Who's playing?
There are 60 artists planned for the day, featuring big names providing 2 days of non-stop music, with world-class production behind the event. Acts already announced include:
- The Arkanes (headlining Friday 29th)
- The Universal (headlining Saturday 30th)
- The Christians
- The Electric Stars
- Northside
- The Lost Boys
- Stone Foundation
- Space
- Nader
- Hurricane#1
- Drifting Classroom
- King Hammond
- Trio Valore
Where can we buy tickets?
Tickets are going as fast as Churros on a Sunday morning. Ticket prices for the event range from €25 to €100. Buy them now by clicking here. Guarantee your place for the hottest music event this year.
Choose from:
- VIP Experience 1 or 2 Day Pass
- 1 or 2 Day Pass
- Family Weekend Pass
- Discounted Senior Citizen Pass
The special VIP Experience grants you the celebrity life for a day (or two), with early access, welcome pack plus gifts, full fine dining from the international buffet, a special chillout zone, and special acoustic sets from the headlining artists.
Where can we stay?
Opt to stay right in La Cala de Mijas, in the centre of the action. Here are some tempting La Cala de Mijas properties currently available at the time of writing. Apartment, penthouse, or villa for the whole gang - the choice is yours.
Perhaps you'd rather stay in a property in Fuengirola?
Or has that VIP Experience gone completely to your head? If so, it's celebrity lifestyle all the way with a holiday home in Marbella. Why not? You're on holiday, after all...! Do pass the Cava.