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Lace up your shoes for the rescheduled Marea Rosa cancer solidarity walk in Torremolinos

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10 hours ago

November 3, 2026

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Torremolinos is lacing up and preparing once again to host the annual “Marea Rosa” (Pink Wave) charity walk on Sunday, November 8, following a date change from its original schedule. Organised by the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC), this non-competitive 4.4-kilometre event brings the community together to raise money for vital medical research under the slogan ‘Together we are stronger, every step counts’.

Gather your crew, slap on some pink and join expats, local residents, and visitors of all fitness levels to participate in this uplifting morning dedicated to cancer awareness and support.

Route details and special guest group parades

Walkers will set off at 10am from Avenida Marife de Triana. Route participants wind through town towards the finish line at Plaza del Remo in La Carihuela, arriving around 2pm.

Adding extra colour and energy to the 4.4km route, several local groups are joining the procession alongside walkers:

CBS Club de Remo Torremolinos: Rowers accompany the walk along the coastal stretch with their traditional jabega.
Club Komando Amimoto: Local motorcycle enthusiasts will roar along in convoy.
Asociacion de Coches Clasicos: Classic car owners showcase their impressive vehicles along the route.

Reaching Plaza del Remo ends with a lively finish-line celebration featuring live music and dancing for everyone to enjoy.

How to register and contribute

Registration costs €10 per person, with proceeds going directly to cancer research projects managed by the AECC. Entry covers both your official bib and commemorative t-shirt.

Places can be booked in advance via the following channels:

In Person: Visit the AECC local office at Calle Angel Carazo Gomez, 3 in Torremolinos.
By Phone: Contact organizers directly on (+34) 660 466 736 or (+34) 695 407 473.

Arriving early at the Avenida Marife de Triana starting point ensures plenty of time to meet up with fellow walkers before off at 10am. For more information visit the Torremolinos Culture website.

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Nerja turns pink as volunteers prepare for cancer awareness week

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3 weeks ago

October 14, 2026

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Volunteers in Nerja are getting the town ready for a week of breast cancer awareness activities, with a blushing pink makeover for a kiosk at the Balcon de Europa. The volunteers have creatively decorated the kiosk with items produced in local sewing workshops, as well as charity merchandise, to help spread the message and raise funds for the cause.

Organisers have announced that the campaign will continue with more activities from October 19 to 25, inviting residents and visitors to take part in the events and show their support.

Handmade goods help raise awareness

The work of the sewing groups gives the campaign a real personal touch, with handmade products bringing together creativity, community spirit and a shared commitment to supporting people affected by cancer.

Charity merchandise also provides an opportunity for members of the public to contribute, with purchases helping support the organisation’s fantastic work. Readers can find out more about the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC), which provides support for patients and families and funds cancer research.

The decorated kiosk at one of Nerja’s best-known landmarks offers a visible reminder of the importance of breast cancer awareness, encouraging people passing through the town centre to stop, find out more and get involved.

A week of activities in Nerja

The programme is scheduled to run from Monday, October 19, to Sunday, October 25, where everyone is encouraged to join in with what they can. A full list of activities, locations and times has not yet been confirmed in the announcement but will be in due course.

Breast cancer awareness campaigns not only raise money but also encourage people to learn about the importance of recognising possible cancer symptoms and seeking medical advice when they notice changes.

For anyone wishing to support the initiative, the pink-decorated kiosk at the Balcon de Europa is a starting point for finding out more about the volunteers’ work and the activities planned for the week.

With handmade creations, charity merchandise and further events on the calendar, Nerja’s volunteers are hoping to bring the community together behind an important cause. Residents and visitors are encouraged to follow the organisers’ social media updates for further details of the October 19–25 programme and how to participate. For wider context on local initiatives, readers can also see EWN’s report on Nerja’s breast cancer awareness march.

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Estepona FC Pink Shirt For Cancer Charity

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4 weeks ago

October 10, 2026

Lucy Ramnought

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Three strong women who have battled cancer wear the limited-edition shirt Credit:CDEstepona

Football fans on the Costa del Sol have a chance to show their support both on and off the pitch this weekend as Estepona FC unveils a special charity initiative.

Ahead of International Breast Cancer Day on October 19, the team has launched a limited-edition pink and white shirt, with the profits going to the Estepona branch of the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC).

How to get your hands on the special shirt

Fans can pick one up at the official shop in the stadium from this Sunday, October 11, at 6pm. It costs €40, and the club has confirmed that the profits from every sale will support the AECC’s work in the town. As only a limited number have been made, supporters who want one may wish to move quickly.

Sales begin on the same day Estepona face Club Atletico Central. AECC representatives will perform the ceremonial kick-off, a fitting start to a weekend built around solidarity. Bigger moments follow on Sunday, October 18, the day before International Breast Cancer Day, when Estepona face Marbella FC where all eleven starters will run out in the commemorative shirt.

The faces behind the campaign

Three women from the local AECC group, all of whom have overcome breast cancer, were the stars of the show in the campaign photoshoot with players Cristian “Titi” and Bakary Sow joining them for the shots.

Club officials say “behind every figure there is a story, a person and a fight”. They want to reach women who have faced or are facing the disease, and the families and friends who walk that road with them.

Breast cancer touches many families, whether neighbours, friends or relatives, so a purchase like this can make a real difference. Buying a shirt supports this wonderful local charity that works on prevention, research and care for those affected, and it shows people in Estepona that their community is behind them.

Club officials have thanked the three women for their generosity and courage, as well as the club’s sponsors and the Estepona AECC for their commitment to the project. If you are planning to catch a match this month, consider wearing a touch of pink, or better still head to the official shop and pick up one of these limited-edition shirts.