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25/02/2026

Málaga Film Festival 2026

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From 6 to 15 March, Spanish and Ibero-American cinema in the heart of the city

Every year, Málaga becomes one of the most vibrant cultural centres in Spain thanks to the Málaga Film Festival. Spanish Cinema, an event that celebrates Spanish-language filmmaking and brings together productions, industry professionals and film lovers from around the world. This year, the 29th edition of the festival takes place from 6 to 15 March 2026, consolidating its position as an unmissable date in the cultural calendar of both the city and the country. 

1. What is the Málaga Film Festival?

Founded in 1998, the Málaga Festival is dedicated to the promotion and dissemination of Spanish and Ibero-American cinema. For ten days, the city transforms into a meeting point for filmmakers, actors, producers and the general public seeking to enjoy premieres, special screenings, tributes and discussions on the latest developments in Spanish-language audiovisual production.

The festival not only celebrates feature films and short films, but also includes sections for documentaries, animation, experimental productions and other categories that reflect the diversity of contemporary cinema.

Málaga Film Festival

2. Dates, venues and highlights

Dates: 6 to 15 March 2026
Main venues and locations: Teatro Cervantes, Teatro Echegaray, Cine Albéniz and Villa del Mar (La Malagueta).

During these ten days, more than 260 titles from over 70 countries will be screened, including feature films, documentaries and short films, with special emphasis on Spanish and Ibero-American productions.

In addition to screenings, the festival offers parallel activities such as exhibitions, meetings with filmmakers, special cycles and discussions on current cinema trends.

3. Sections and activities you cannot miss

  • Official Section: Screenings of the most highly anticipated feature films with the presence of cast and crew.
  • Zonazine: A space dedicated to more avant-garde proposals exploring innovative narratives within contemporary cinema.
  • Documentaries and short films: A place to discover new voices and perspectives from both emerging and established filmmakers.
  • Cinema Cocina: A section that blends gastronomy and cinema, where culinary experiences merge with audiovisual language.
  • MAFIZ (Málaga Festival Industry Zone): The professional area of the festival, including events such as Málaga Work in Progress (WIP) — dedicated to boosting Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American projects — and the market Spanish Screenings Content, aimed at programmers and sales agents to internationalise Iberian productions.

4. How to take part or attend

Tickets for the various screenings and festival events are now available through the official Málaga Festival website and at physical sales points such as Teatro Cervantes and Cine Albéniz, with different options and prices depending on the session or gala.

Tip: Some sessions have limited capacity, particularly the most popular galas and premieres, so it is advisable to book in advance.

Access and opening times: Box offices usually open prior to the start of the festival and operate throughout the event at each venue (check specific times on the official website or in the festival guide).

 Málaga Film Festival

5. Why it is an unmissable event in Málaga

The Málaga Festival is not just about cinema: it is a cultural experience that combines art, social gathering and audiovisual celebration. For residents and visitors alike, it is a unique opportunity to:

  • Watch premieres and first screenings before they reach regular cinemas.

  • Attend debates and talks with directors and industry professionals.

  • Experience the city full of life and cultural activities at the very start of spring.

  • Enjoy iconic Málaga venues such as Teatro Cervantes and Cine Albéniz in a festive setting.

In addition, this year has seen strengthened sponsorship and collaboration with local brands, consolidating the relationship between culture, the audiovisual industry and the city.

The Málaga Film Festival 2026 (from 6 to 15 March) is a must for lovers of Spanish cinema and Ibero-American culture. Beyond the screenings, the festival offers a complete experience combining creativity, industry and community in one of the most beautiful settings in southern Spain.

Whether you come for the premieres, to discover new films or simply to enjoy the cultural atmosphere, Málaga lives and breathes cinema like few places in Europe — and March is the month to experience it.

Málaga Film Festival 2026

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