Maroween 2025
The Fiesta de la Castaña y el Boniato, affectionately known as Maroween, is a cherished annual event in the village of Maro, part of the municipality of Nerja. Celebrated on 31 October, this festival uniquely blends traditional Andalusian customs with Halloween festivities, offering attendees a rich cultural experience.
Friday, 31 October 2025 From 17.00 at Plaza de Iglesia, Maro
Festival Highlights
Attendees can look forward to a variety of activities that celebrate both the autumn harvest and the spooky spirit of Halloween:
Traditional Delicacies: Enjoy roasted chestnuts and oven-baked sweet potatoes, prepared in the traditional style and offered by local residents.
Horror Parade: A lively procession featuring participants in creative and spooky costumes, adding a Halloween flair to the festivities.
Live Music and Dancing: The village square comes alive with music and dancing, fostering a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Decorations: The streets and main square are adorned with pumpkins, candles, and tools associated with sweet potato cultivation, enhancing the festive ambiance.
Location
Maro Village Square, Maro, Nerja, Spain
The heart of the festival is the village square, where most activities and gatherings take place.
Tips for Attendees
Arrive Early: To fully enjoy the festivities and secure a good spot, consider arriving in the early evening.
Dress Appropriately: Embrace the Halloween spirit by wearing costumes, especially if you plan to participate in the horror parade.
Buses are available from Nerja
FULL SCHEDULE
17:00 – Terrifying Parade through the streets of Maro with the Vaso Largo Band.
Route: Calle San Miguel (entrance to Maro), Calle Real, ending at Plaza de la Iglesia de Las Maravillas.
17:30 – Children’s show with Amapola and Perdigón (Plaza de la Iglesia).
18:00 – Opening of attractions.
18:30 – Gincana with the Taller de Teatro de los Sentidos and Trick or Treat.
19:00 – Night falls and we begin the tasting of traditional roasted chestnuts and sweet potatoes.
19:00 – Enjoy music with DJ Toulalan.
19:30 – Children’s costume contest, with participants parading along the red carpet for the delight of the public and the jury.
20:00 – Performance by the Zumba group Gema y Jotxan.
20:30 – Prize-giving for the children’s contests.
21:00 – With DJ Toulalan, the adult costume contest begins, also on the red carpet.
22:00 – Prize-giving for the adult costume contest and for the most terrifying house façade.
22:30 – The party continues with DJ Toulalan.
23:00 – Live performance by Carmen Soto. After the show, we continue enjoying DJ Toulalan until 02:00.
Bus Service
NERJA – MARO – NERJA shuttle bus
Operating from 17:00 until 02:00.
Stops:
Nerja: Urban bus stops
Maro: Stop at the entrance to the village
