Marbella Family Fun update - Friday December 10, 2010

We send out our Marbella Family Fun newsletter on a weekly basis on Fridays always with the English movie listings.

* English movie listings

These are the listing for movies that are playing in Marbella and on the Coast in English from Friday December 10th until Thursday December 16th.

Cinema Gran Marbella:
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

Fuengirola Miramar:
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Part I)
Megamind 3D

Plaza Mayor Malaga:
Unstoppable
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Part I)
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader - 3D
Megamind 3D
Takers
Franklyn

Click here to find movie times and locations...

* Marbella Town Hall holiday events

Every year Marbella Town Hall organizes loads of activities and events for the public to enjoy for free or at minimal cost. They publish the schedule in December in newlsetters in Spanish, however, we´ve translated it all for you in an easy to read format. We also post each activity in our Calendar of Events if this is easier for you. Click here to read more...

* Marbella Ecological Market

Marbella Town Hall organized a successful Marbella Ecological Market last Saturday that offered lots of tasty things to eat that are all bio- and eco-friendly. The vendors plan to hold this market every first Saturday of the month from 10:00am to 2:00pm on the Paseo de la Alameda in Marbella center. Click here to read more...

* La Cala Mijas Christmas Market this weekend

Mijas Town Hall is organizing a charity Christmas market in La Cala Mijas Costa on December 10 - 12, 2010 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm. This event was supposed to take place last weekend, however, due to bad weather it has been postponed to this weekend. Weather is - so far, so good! Click here to read more...

* Santa´s Grotto now open in Marbella

From December 5 to December 24 you can take the kids to visit Santa at the Casa de Papá Noel (Santa´s House) in Old Town Marbella.

He is passing out sweets and listening to the childrens Christmas lists. There is even a post box nearby where the kids can leave their letters. If you include your name and address in the letter you will get a reply! Click here to read more...

* Marbella Urban Style and Tuning Party

Marbella Youth Delegation will be hosting the Marbella Urban Style and Maxi Tuning Party 2010 on December 10 - 12 at the San Pedro de Alcántara Fairgrounds. This festival brings together graffiti artists, hip hop and break dancers, DJs, tuning and custom car professionals, 4 x 4 vehicles, bikers, skaters, free-stylers, tattoo artists, surf and snow professionals and many others. Click here to read more...

* Family day at the theater in Marbella

The dance company Date Danza perform "Tondo Redondo" on Friday December 10, 2010 at 5:30pm at the Marbella library Camilo José Cela. This FREE show is recommended for the whole family, including all boys and girls 2 years old and older and provides lots of interaction. Click here to read more...

* Foundation of Friends Christmas Fair tonight

Don´t miss the Foundation of Friends Christmas fair "It´s Christmas Time!" held at the Aloha Gardens Multisports Centre in Nueva Andalucia on Friday December 10, 2010 at 6:30pm.

This Christmas fair seeks to raise funds for the charity organization Foundation of Friends, whose purpose is to extend a friendly helping hand to children in need and support various charities along the Costa del Sol. Click here to read more...

* Christmas card contest

Turn in your works of art into the XVI Christmas card contest held at the Departamento Centro Historico (Historical Center Department) on Salinas Street in Marbella. Three different categories are judged according to age. Click here to read more...

* Good Morning Marbella

We´ve been having amazing weather for the last few days. Averages of around 18 and going up to 20. Yesterday I managed to put my boots aside and wear sandals all day. Today´s morning walk was a bit overcast, but still gorgeous and warm. At only 9:00am we are already at 14 degrees! Click here to read more...

* Last nature walk of the season

Marbella Town Hall organizes walks through nature reserves, parks, mountains and other outdoor areas in Andalusia at very reasonable prices called Salidas Abiertas.

The last hike of the season takes place on Saturday and Sunday (Dec 11-12) through the Parque Nacional de Doñana. El Rocio and includes a 4x4 tour. This hike is recommended for beginners and costs only 75 euros. Click here to read more...

* Flamenco Jazz Festival continues in Málaga

On Saturday, December 11th, Diquende y Chicuelo play at the Flamenco Jazz Festival in Málaga.

The fusion of flamenco jazz combines the freshness of jazz improvisation with irresistible gypsy charm. The magic, art, feelings, and spirituality are its features and they are converted into a style for everyone to enjoy. Click here to read more...

* Christmas caroling in Marbella

Xmas caroling tomorrow at 8:30pm – 9:00pm at Teatro Ciudad de Marbella. Performed by the Marbella Polyphonic Choir at the Teatro Ciudad de Marbella. Click here to read more...

* Pop up holiday card making

At 10:30am and 1:30pm - The Museum of Spanish Contemporary Engravings is holding a special class on printing and creation on Saturday. Children may create pop-up Christmas souvenirs. Price is 8 euros per person and session. This event is appropriate for all age and ability levels. Click here to read more...

* La Virginia Christmas fair

The La Virginia Christmas market 2010 is taking place this year on Sunday December 12th from 10:30am until dark at the La Virginia urbanization in Marbella. This is one of the most popular Christmas fairs in Marbella and offers loads of holiday goodies such as arts & crafts, toys, antiques, xmas baskets, paintings, books, clothes, chocolates, cookies, cakes, jams, ornaments, holiday cards and more. Click here to read more...

* Live Nativity Scene

On Sunday December 12, at 5:00pm at the José Antonio Pérez Cervera (Leganitos) Park in Marbella come visit the live nativity scene performed by the children from the Asociación Juvenil Virgen de la Amargura. Click here to read more...

* Family theater - The Little Wind

On Sunday December 12th at 5:30pm - “El viento pequeño” (The little wind), puppet show will be held at the Teatro Ciudad de Marbella. Entrance only 5 euros. This show is for children 4+ years. Click here to read more...

* Recommended links

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