Confirmed Date: August 3rd, 2025
Address: C. Virgen del Pilar, 10, 29602 Marbella, Málaga
Website: https://starlitefestival.com/en/eventoconcierto/santana-2/
Carlos Santana—Mexican guitar legend and boundary-breaking musician—returns to the stage at Starlite Occident on Sunday, August 3rd, and it’s set to be unforgettable. Known for fusing Latin rhythms with rock, blues, and jazz, Santana has spent over 50 years redefining the sound of modern music. With iconic tracks like Oye Como Va, Samba Pa Ti, and María María, he’s racked up over 100 million album sales and a shelf full of accolades, including 10 Grammy Awards, 3 Latin Grammys, and a spot at #11 on Rolling Stone’s “Greatest Guitarists of All Time.” His 1999 comeback album Supernatural is still one of the most awarded in Grammy history.
The show takes place at Cantera de Nagüeles, the stunning open-air venue carved into the cliffs of Marbella, just minutes from the coast and city nightlife. Starlite Occident is southern Spain’s most exclusive summer festival, known for its stellar acoustics, intimate vibe, and glamorous crowd. Picture it: warm Mediterranean air, cocktails under the stars, and Santana’s guitar floating across the quarry walls. Whether you’re there for a romantic evening or a musical pilgrimage, this is one of those “only in Andalucía” nights you’ll talk about forever.
For more cool events in August check out our ‘Best Events in Marbella and around Andalucía in August Guide‘.
For more Legendary International Artists visiting Andalucía in 2025, check out our ‘Best International Artists Playing in Marbella and Around Andalucia Summer 2025 Guide‘.
