
Kimpton Festival Debuts in Marbella, Reviving Its Golden Essence
A celebration at the Hotel Kimpton Los Monteros launches a new cultural tradition on the Costa del Sol, with more than 400 attendees including celebrities and influencers.
The Kimpton Hotel Los Monteros was the stage for a spectacular celebration, marking the advent of a new cultural tradition on the Costa del Sol. The inaugural edition of the Kimpton Festival 2025 brought together over 400 national and international attendees, including influencers, celebrities, designers, and media, in an event that blended sophistication with vibrant music and lifestyle.
The festival, held in a privileged setting, revived the glitz of Marbella in the 1970s, merging nostalgia with contemporary trends in culture, design, and music.
The evening commenced with an energetic set by DJ Jordi Ruz and a performance by dancers, establishing a festive atmosphere from the outset. The live acts showcased distinctive quality and style, with Mafalda Cardenal captivating the audience with her enveloping voice and intimate style, performing songs that merge alternative pop with emotional sensitivity.
Next was Marina Carmona, heir to one of Spain’s most iconic musical legacies, who presented her talent in a show that fuses flamenco and urban music, filling the stage with charisma. The atmosphere reached its peak with DJ Pepino Marino, who transformed the pool area into a dance floor, complemented by an energetic live drum session led by Iván Elena. The night culminated in an elegant and carefree Piano Bar, elegantly closing the evening with sophistication.
The festival also featured a well-curated setup, including a pool show with dancers and lights, glow tattoo stations, and brand corners in collaboration with sponsors such as Dehesa Los Monteros, Tequila Patrón, Cervezas Victoria, Perrier, and Maison Codage. With this first edition, the Kimpton Festival establishes itself as a must-attend event on the summer calendar of southern Spain, celebrating the freedom, creativity, and sophisticated hedonism that characterize Marbella and its distinguished lifestyle.