🎃 Maroween 2026 – Halloween in Maro
Saturday 31 October - Plaza de la Iglesia, Maro
Get ready for one of the spookiest nights of the year as Maroween returns to Maro, bringing together Halloween fun and the traditional Chestnut and Sweet Potato Festival.
The village will come alive with spooky parades, live performances, costume competitions, prizes for the best Halloween house decorations and plenty of surprises for all ages.
Visitors can also enjoy traditional roasted chestnuts and sweet potato tastings, combining local autumn traditions with a frightfully fun Halloween atmosphere.
Free Shuttle Bus – Nerja to Maro
A special shuttle bus service, operated by Grupo Verano Azul, will run between Nerja and Maro, making it easier for everyone to join the celebrations.
Service hours: 17:00 on 31 October until 02:00 on 1 November.
Please check the official shuttle bus poster for stops in both directions.
The full Maroween programme will be announced shortly.
Get your costumes ready and join Maro for a night of tradition, entertainment and Halloween surprises!
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
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
Official Organisers/ Programme - Ayuntamiento de Nerja
This event is organised by the participating establishments and promoters. Nerja Amigos provides event information for guidance only and accepts no responsibility for changes to the programme, timings, cancellations or services provided by third parties. Event details may change without notice.
