Jamaican jubilation

performances will also be hosted.

During Vive Mijas de Noche, Mijas Pueblo is also hosting a charming evening market, open from 8pm until midnight, also in Plaza Virgen de la Peña where visitors can find a variety of handcrafted goodies.

One of the performances tipped to be a highlight is ‘Happy Go Loco’ who will take to the stage in La Cala on Sunday, July 30.

The programme can be found at: https://turismo. mijas.es/es/9­principal/581vivemijas­de­noche­2022.

Betty Henderson JAMAICAN Independence

Day is just around the corner, and all are invited to join in a sensational party in Alhaurin el Grande to celebrate the Caribbean nation’s 61 years of independence.

The event promises to be an incredible trib ute to Jamaica’s rich history and vi brant culture

The celebration has become a much­loved fixture on the Costa del Sol’s social calendar, with last year’s party selling out and receiving rave reviews from guests. This year’s event is set to take place on Saturday, August 5 at Restaurante Los Arcos in Alhaurin el Grande, from 9pm.

Prepare to groove to the infectious beats of Jamaica’s finest Reggae music, courtesy of a stellar lineup of DJs and musicians. Leroy Onestone,

Disco fever returns

GET ready for a blast from the past as legendary stars of the 70s and 80s, including Bonnie Tyler and Gloria Gaynor prepare to perform an exclusive performance as part of Malaga’s Sabatic Fest at Autocine.

The pair are set to perform a unique concert on Tuesday, August 15, following other iconic performers in the series including Boney M and the Village People. More than 40 artists are included in the lineup for the event which lasts until mid­September.

Gloria Gaynor, the queen of disco, is set to ignite the stage in August. With her powerhouse vocals and infectious energy, Gaynor has been a force to be reckoned with since her iconic anthem ‘I Will Survive’ took the world by storm in 1978.

Bonnie Tyler, the legendary Welsh hitmaker, will similarly command attention at Sabatic Fest. Known for her distinctive voice and emotional ballads, Tyler has captured hearts around the world.

Together, the pair will delight the audience with a collection of their timeless hits.

Tickets start at €38.50 and can be purchased online: https://sabaticfest.seetickets.com/event/gloria­gaynor­bonnietyler­en­sabatic­fest­2023/autocine­malaga­cesurfp/2650471

Rock ‘n’ rescue

PREPARE for a fabulous evening of entertainment as Last Chance Animal Rescue gears up to host a special charity event on Monday, July 17 at Los Arcos Restaurant.

Get ready to groove to the tunes of local artist Johnny G who will perform a range of tracks from his impressive repertoire of Elvis, Soul, Rock, and modern hits spanning the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 00s.

The talented entertainer will have guests on their feet all evening, dancing the night away. The event is set to begin at 7pm, with Johnny G performing from 8.30pm. Guests are invited to order

DJ Lion, DJ Mikey B, FoJ, Larry Jazzz, the Poorhouse Rockers, and MC Ricky Roots will all be spinning the tracks that will keep guests on their feet all night.

Organisers are pulling out all the stops to ensure an incredible experience for guests, and have arranged for The Caribbean Kitchen to provide a delicious array of authentic Jamaican dishes during the evening.

Advance tickets cost €5 and can be purchased by contacting organisers from Malaga Soul n Reggae Revival or by PayPal: www.paypal.me / MSRR.

Rock revival

PREPARE for a memorable night of rock nostalgia as the internationally acclaimed tribute act, Brothers in Band, brings the magic of Dire Straits to Mijas on Saturday, August 5.

Music lovers are invited to discover the time machine that is Brothers in Band as they take to the stage in Mijas Municipal Auditorium with ‘The Very Best of Dire Straits’.

They’ve conquered stages across Germany, France, Portugal, Luxembourg, and Spain, stunning audiences of multiple generations with their incredible repertoire.

food and drinks directly from the venue on arrival.

Los Arcos Restaurant is located at kilometre six of the A7059 from Coin to Cartama. For further information about the venue, contact Joe at 626 942 427.

Tickets for the event cost €6, but are selling quickly! They are available at the Last Chance Charity Shop on Calle Maria Zambrano in Coin, or their warehouse on Avenida Blas Infante in Alhaurin El Grande. All are invited for an evening of star­quality entertainment, with 100 per cent of profits going to the shelter’s animals.

Led by the remarkably talented Angelo Fumarola, whose vocal skills and masterful guitar playing evoke the spirit of Mark Knopfler himself, Brothers in Band captures the essence of the legendary band, Dire Straits.

Together with a group of skilled musicians, Brothers in Band recreate the different eras of Dire Straits with accuracy and passion.

The band will take the audience on a journey through classics including ‘Sultans of Swing’, ‘Romeo & Juliet’, and ‘Tunnel of Love’. The audience is in for a trip down memory lane with gems like ‘News’, ‘Why Worry’, and ‘It Never Rains’.