Costa del Sol

Ladies’ Day at Ascot Racecourse. Credit: Ascot racecourse, Facebook Mark your calendars. Ascot Ladies Day will be held at Brady’s Bar, Duquesa Port, on Wednesday June 19th from 3pm. Ascot Ladies Day, a highlight of British summer, is known for its elegant fashion, eye-catching headwear and world-class racing. Locals and expats alike love this fun, fashionable event. Anyone is welcome …

Rose and Thistle, Duquesa. Rose and Thistle You can mark Thursday, June 20, in your calendar if you like a good quiz night and support a local cause. The Rose and Thistle pub in Duquesa will host a fun night of quizzes to raise money for Jenni’s Skating Academy, which has skaters in Manilva and San Martin del Tesorillo. Children …

Workshop on fan painting for seniors. Credit: Javier Balseiro This free fan-painting workshop is the perfect way to spend an enjoyable morning. The Benahavis Seniors’ Delegation hosts a class that teaches the traditional art of painting fans by hand. This workshop will be held on the 18th of June from 11am to 1:30pm in the Seniors’ Centre. It is a …

Strawberry moon Credit: Canva Tonight, the Strawberry Moon will glow over the Costa del Sol. On June 11, this full moon will appear low and brightly, filling the sky with warm tones. You won’t be able to resist it. It’s not really a “supermoon,” but its location near the horizon makes it seem larger and give it a beautiful orange-red …

eFoiling at Marbella and Estepona. Credit: @sevenpalmsmarbella Are you looking for a new sport to do this summer? You might want to try eFoiling. This rapidly growing sport allows you to glide above the surface of the water using a motorised, electric surfboard that has a hydrofoil hidden underneath. It’s like flying. Flite Club has eFoil classes for experienced and …

Torremolinos lifeguards’ jet ski. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Torremolinos Torremolinos takes beach safety up a notch this summer. From June 1 to 30th September, a team of almost 40 lifeguards is on duty each day covering over seven kilometres. Professionals will monitor beaches such as Bajondillo and Playamar from 11am-8pm. Beaches are also safer and more inclusive thanks to new technology. …

Jazz weekend retreat in Coín. The Dragonfly Retreat Jazz lovers are in for a treat this summer with a unique weekend escape in the hills of Coín. The Dragonfly Retreat is hosting a jazz festival from Friday, June 27 through Sunday, June 29. Jazz in the HillsTwo days of music, food, and sunshine in an idyllic rural setting. This event …

Monda, a mindful morning. Credit: Eden Whispers’ Art Farm You’re looking for an artistic and peaceful way of celebrating the solstice. The Eden Whispers’ Art Farm, located in Monda will host a special meditative workshop on Friday, 21st June from 10am to 2.30pm. This event is for adults who wish to connect with nature and create something meaningful using their …

Road repairs on the A-397 Ronda. Credit: Consejería de Fomento, Articulación del Territorio y Vivienda The work has started on the reconstruction of the bridge that runs along the A-397 between Ronda, Spain and San Pedro. This is a major route which has been closed for several months since severe damage was caused by a landslide earlier this year. The …

Pottery Painting. Credit: Sotogrande Racket Center In June, Sotogrande will host a pottery painting event that is both creative and fun. No matter if you are an absolute beginner or have a passion for painting, this event is open to everyone and will give you a colourful way to start your day. The session will take place at the Sotogrande …