Estepona celebrates the Days of Francophone Culture
Exhibition, cinema, storytelling, pétanque and gourmet market from 19 November to 3 December
Estepona will host the Days of Francophone Culture from 19 November to 3 December 2025, a programme that will fill the city with cinema, art, gastronomy, live music and family-friendly activities. The initiative, organised by the Alliance Française of Estepona – Málaga Delegation, the Estepona Town Hall, Esprit Sud Magazine and the Estepona Pétanque Club, strengthens cultural ties with the large francophone community living on the Costa del Sol.
Over two weeks, Estepona becomes a meeting point for residents, international neighbours and visitors interested in the culture of France, Belgium and Switzerland.
The programme spans several emblematic venues in the city —the Padre Manuel Cultural Centre, Mirador del Carmen, Plaza del Ajedrez and the Estepona Pétanque Club— offering free or low-cost activities that blend art, reflection, family entertainment and gastronomy.
An exhibition between art and reflection at the Padre Manuel Cultural Centre
From 19 November to 3 December, the Padre Manuel Cultural Centre will host an exhibition inspired by the graphic work “Un monde sans fin”.
The exhibition explores the dialogue between Jean-Marc Jancovici and Christophe Blain, focusing on key themes such as energy, development models and climate change.
The display invites Estepona’s public to reflect on how global challenges also affect local life, in a municipality increasingly engaged with sustainability and environmental awareness.
Deputy Mayor Begoña Ortiz, members of the French Alliance in Estepona, and the Foreign Affairs Delegate Aleksandra Boch
Classic cinema and bilingual storytelling at Mirador del Carmen
On 20 and 21 November, Mirador del Carmen will screen the acclaimed French film “Les Choristes” (The Chorus).
Attendance requires prior registration via email:
l.afont@afmalaga.es
On 25 November, the children’s library of the same venue will host a bilingual storytelling session in French and Spanish at 6.00 p.m., open to children and adults alike.
The activity aims to bring the French language closer to families in Estepona, encouraging bilingual learning and cultural exchange.
Pétanque, community spirit and conviviality
On Saturday, 22 November, the Estepona Pétanque Club (Calle Félix Troyano) will hold a morning pétanque session from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m., featuring:
Pétanque competition
Open initiation session for all skill levels
This event fosters intergenerational interaction and community spirit, highlighting a leisure activity closely linked to francophone culture and increasingly popular on the Costa del Sol.
Organisers describe the day as “a moment of conviviality and good humour that truly embodies francophone spirit”, welcoming both Spanish locals and international residents.
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Francophone market and Beaujolais Nouveau celebration
Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy a francophone market offering a full cultural and gastronomic experience, with a special focus on the Beaujolais Nouveau celebration.
Attendees will find:
Wines, champagne and Beaujolais Nouveau
Traditional cheeses and dairy products
French pâtisserie and artisan desserts
Raclette and gourmet specialties
Stalls will be run by local and francophone exhibitors, promoting collaboration between Estepona businesses and the francophone community of the Costa del Sol.
The festive atmosphere will be enhanced by live music, making it an ideal plan for both residents and tourists visiting Estepona at this time of year.
Live music: performance schedule
The day will feature several live performances to keep the ambience lively from midday to early evening:
1.00 – 2.30 p.m. – Fine Tune Duet
3.00 – 4.30 p.m. – Chet Le Boy
5.00 – 6.30 p.m. – Yolanda Campos
Different musical styles will cater to a diverse audience, contributing to a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
An event open to the whole community
The Days of Francophone Culture in Estepona are designed as a fully open event, with no need to speak French in order to enjoy the programme.
The initiative invites both francophone residents and neighbours from Estepona and nearby towns —Marbella, San Pedro de Alcántara, Manilva, Casares and Benahavís— to:
Discover or rediscover francophone culture
Strengthen ties between communities
Enjoy high-quality cultural activities without leaving the city
Share family-friendly experiences
Practical information
Dates
From November 19 to December 3, 2025
Venues
Padre Manuel Cultural Center – Exhibition “A World Without End”
Mirador del Carmen – Screenings of “The Chorus” and bilingual storytelling
Chess Plaza – French-speaking market and festive activities
Estepona Petanque Club – Competition and petanque initiation session
Organized by
The program is organized by the French Alliance of Estepona – Málaga Delegation, in collaboration with the Estepona City Council, Esprit Sud Magazine and the Estepona Petanque Club, entities that have been promoting cultural activities and initiatives to bring together the local and French-speaking community on the Costa del Sol.
Press contact and more information
For more details about the programming, accreditations or graphic material, interested parties can contact:
Esprit Sud Magazine – Communication
Email: contact@espritsud.es