Little Italy Gastro Fest: Dolce Vita comes to Torremolinos
Two nights, four food zones and the Mediterranean piazza experience inside the bullring. 27 and 28 August.
1 Jul 20265 min readGastronomy · Torremolinos
Little Italy Gastro Fest · Plaza Paraíso · Plaza de Toros de Torremolinos
Two nights to live it the Italian way
Torremolinos is about to smell of fresh pasta and Aperol Spritz on two nights this August. Little Italy Gastro Fest arrives at Plaza Paraíso on 27 and 28 August 2026, turning the historic Torremolinos bullring into a great Mediterranean piazza.
This isn't a food truck market or a stand at a fair. It's a proper food festival, with four themed zones, live music and evenings designed to keep you there until the very end. The premise is simple: no shortcuts, everything made on the spot. Pasta cooked right in front of you, slow-fermented pizza dough and a Nonna who plays host all night long.
Four zones, one night is not enough
Everything revolves around La Piazza, the central space with warm lighting, shared tables and non-stop live music. From here you access the festival's four food zones:
🍝 La Barra de la Nonna
The savoury zone: fresh pasta in several formats, focaccia paninis and Italian charcuterie boards — prosciutto di Parma, salami Milano, bresaola — sliced to order.
🍕 La Pizza
Al taglio format, with slow-fermented dough, San Marzano tomato and fior di latte. Baked as it goes — no waiting around.
🍮 Dolce Italia
Dessert as a reason to stay: spoonable tiramisù, ricotta cannoli and gelato artigianale. Not the end of the evening — the excuse to extend it.
🍹 El Aperitivo de Hugo
Italian cocktail bar: Aperol Spritz, Negroni, Bellini, Hugo Spritz and vermouth. The aperitivo treated as a ritual, not a quick drink before leaving.
Live music and a trip to Rome
As well as eating and drinking, the festival features live music and shows every night in La Piazza. Every ticket automatically enters a prize draw for a trip to Rome for two people: buy your ticket, enjoy the night and, with luck, take home the Eternal City as a bonus. Draw details and conditions are explained on the night at the venue.
Dates: Thursday 27 and Friday 28 August 2026 Opening time: From 18:30 until close Location: Plaza de Toros de Torremolinos, open air Tickets: From €4 per day · plazaparaiso.com/entradas Children: Free entry for under-12s More info:plazaparaiso.com/littleitaly
Is it family-friendly?
Yes. Entry is free for under-12s, which sets Little Italy apart from more late-night events like Bresh or Loco Bongo. Under-16s need a signed parental consent form; from age 14 they can enter without an adult by presenting that same authorisation. ID may be requested to verify age. The authorisation form is available in the festival terms and conditions.
All summer long, the arena becomes a magical open-air space, designed to make every evening unforgettable.
Food trucksA curated selection of food trucks with options for every taste, from casual bites to flavours from around the world.
Summer lightingString lights, warm tones and an evening atmosphere that wraps around the arena as the sun goes down.
Themed décorA carefully designed setting that immerses you in the spirit of each event.
Artificial grassChill-out zones on grass where you can sit, relax and soak up the atmosphere between shows.
FireworksMagical moments with pyrotechnic displays lighting up the Costa del Sol sky.
Unique atmosphereBars, social spaces and the best vibes to share, discover and come back to all summer long.
Got questions?
Frequently asked questions
How much are tickets for Little Italy Gastro Fest?
From €4 per day, including entry, live music, shows and entry into the Rome trip draw. Available per night or for both evenings at plazaparaiso.com/entradas.
Can children attend?
Yes — entry is free for under-12s. Under-16s need a signed parental consent form; from age 14 they can attend without an adult by presenting that authorisation. ID may be requested. Form available in the terms and conditions.
What food is available?
Fresh pasta, paninis and Italian charcuterie at La Barra de la Nonna, pizza al taglio, desserts including tiramisù and cannoli at Dolce Italia, and Italian cocktails at El Aperitivo de Hugo.
How does the Rome prize draw work?
Every ticket automatically enters the draw for a trip to Rome for two. Details and conditions are explained on the night at the venue.
Is food included in the ticket price?
No — the ticket covers entry, live music and shows. Food and drinks are purchased separately at each zone.
