Almuñecar 3-day food festival « Euro Weekly News
Almuñecar is getting ready for a weekend of artisan food, craft beer and live entertainment as the Craft Beer & Cheese Festival 2026 arrives at Parque El Majuelo from Friday, November 6 to Sunday, November 8.
The third year of this event will bring together five craft breweries and eight artisan cheesemakers, with organisers expecting around 3,000 visitors over the three days.
Local producers join the festival
Entry will be free, with the event designed to promote locally produced food and drink while giving residents and visitors another reason to enjoy one of Almuñecar’s best-known historic attractions.
Among the participating breweries will be Cerveza Segral, whose factory is based in Almuñecar’s P4 area. The company’s representative, Francisco Alonso, said the main addition this year was the introduction of artisan cheesemakers, creating an opportunity to combine two traditional products.
Most of the eight participating cheesemakers will come from Andalucia, although producers from further afield will also attend. Visitors will be able to sample and buy different varieties, including fresh, mature, smoked and goat’s cheese.
The festival follows other successful food events in the town, including EWN’s coverage of Almunecar’s Gastronomy Fair and the Costa Tropical Best Burger competition, both held at El Majuelo.
Two dedicated food areas will operate during the festival. El Templo de la Cerveza y el Queso, under the main marquee, will house the brewery and cheese stands, while El Palacio de la Brasa will serve grilled meats, burgers, salads and desserts.
Music and family entertainment
Entertainment will include acoustic concerts and live music on Friday and Sunday, while Saturday’s programme features a flamenco performance entitled Raices de la tierra at 1pm.
Families will also find a free bouncy castle for younger visitors.
Organisers have drawn inspiration from Almunecar’s Roman heritage, referencing ancient cheese-making traditions. The setting is particularly appropriate, as Parque El Majuelo’s Roman fish-salting factory is an important archaeological attraction within the gardens.
The festival opens at 1pm on Friday, November 6, and runs until midnight. On Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, the site opens at 10am, with the final day closing at 6pm.
With free admission, food, music and activities for children, the festival offers a weekend attraction for the whole family on the Costa Tropical.
