Marbella Feria Information Centre

La Feria de San Bernabe at Marbella. This colourful event is a riotous combination of flamenco music, parades of horsemen and women, typical dances of Andalusia, and pop music for the young. The locals set up marquees known as casetas, people socialise, eat typical Andalusian dishes such as pescaito frito, or fried fish and Parma ham, and party until dawn. Strangers shake hands to show their friendship and respect, toast each other with a glass of wine, and continue celebrating far into the night. Marbella Feria Schedule 2008 Marbella Feria Schedule 2007 Marbella Feria Schedule 2006 Marbella Feria Schedule 2005 Marbella Feria Schedule 2004 Photo Courtesy of Meg Metcalfe Get the Feria Info in your email when its released!! SUBSCRIBE NOW Who is Saint Bernabé? According to the Biblical legend, Saint Bernabé gave money to the Apostles for them to give to the poor. His original name was Joseph, but the new name given by the Apostles means "he who makes an effort" or "he who encourages others". When is the Feria in Marbella usually held? Sometimes the first or second week of June and its lasts for about 8 days. The official start day is a Sunday and the last day is usually the Following Sunday. The Town Hall generally lays out some interetsing activites during the feria. Other Feria Links Malaga Sun and Folklore Guide "Traditional Fiestas" (182 page PDF - 2.1MB) Kind thanks to the Costa del Sol Tourist Board and Convention Bureau for providing the pdf

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