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Malaga Nightlife

Nightlife in Málaga buzzes after dark all year round, with most action taking place around the Plaza del Merced and Plaza Uncibay, where the city's most popular bars are located. In summer at the weekends and holidays there is also a lively young beach nightlife scene at Malagueta and Pedragalejo. A lively bar scene can be found weekends on the tucked-away Plaza del Vado del Maestre just off Calle Calderería in the heart of the old town, where the clientele of several bars mingle on the small square.

The tourist office has various What's On leaflets, or pick up a copy of the daily newspaper Sur (also printed in English) to find out about cultural events in Málaga.

Bars in Málaga

Calle de Bruselas

The Plaza del Merced scene includes Calle de Bruselas, one of a row of trendy bars and cafes with terraces spilling onto the square.

Plaza del Merced 16
Tel: (95) 260 3948.

El Pimpi

Nearby El Pimpi is a very traditional but lively warren-like bodega.

Calle Granada 62
Tel: (95) 222 8990.

Puerta Oscura

A classy place for a liqueur coffee or a mixed drink near the cathedral is Puerta Oscura, whose smart salon-style interior sometimes hosts classical music evenings.

Calle Molina Lario 5
Tel: (95) 222 1900‎.

Clubs in Málaga

Karma

Good clubs include Casanova, which attracts an older, more mature crowd.

Calle Luis de Velázquez 5
www.discotecasenmalaga.es

Live Music in Málaga

Sala Vivero

The biggest and best live venue is the Sala Vivero, near the airport, with an eclectic policy, from rock and blues to hiphop.

Poligono La Estrella, Calle Parauta 25
www.salavivero.com

Dance in Málaga

Diquela

Southern Spain is the heartland of flamenco and while Málaga isn't one of its capitals, there are decent performances to be seen. Regular shows are held at Diquela, near the airport, among other places; check with the tourist office for upcoming events or (in Spanish) at www.flamencoenmalaga.es

Avenida Los Guindos 29

Teatro Cánovas

The Teatro Cánovas stages concerts, recitals and ballet. All venues also stage theatrical productions in Spanish only.

Plaza de El Ejido 5
Tel: (95) 130 8902.

Theatre in Málaga

Teatro Alameda

The Teatro Alameda stages ballet and dance.

Calle Córdoba 9
Tel: (95) 221 3412.
www.teatroalameda.com

Teatro Cervantes

The city's main theatre is the Teatro Cervantes. It is home to the Málaga Philharmonic Orchestra and aside from classical concerts also stages dance, operas and rock and pop concerts.

Calle Ramos Marín
Tel: (95) 222 4100.
www.teatrocervantes.com

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