Carnival

Every February, Málaga bursts into color, rhythm, and mischief as Carnival takes over the city. For over a week, streets come alive with parades, costumes, live music, and satirical performances that fill every corner with joy and laughter.

The grand finale comes with a quirky local twist: the Burial of the Anchovy (Entierro del Boquerón). In a playful parody of a funeral procession, a giant papier-mâché anchovy is paraded through the streets before being set ablaze by the sea, symbolizing the end of the festivities and the start of Lent. It's a vibrant farewell that captures Málaga's unique sense of humor and love for tradition.

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