Gastronomic festivals

Botillo Exaltation Festival

From 1st February to 3rd February

Bembibre (León)

In February, Bembibre (León) celebrates the Festival of Exaltation of the Botillo, a typical sausage from El Bierzo which becomes the protagonist of the event.

The Wine Fountain

3rd February

Borriana/Burriana (Castellón)

Do you dream of a fountain from which the most exquisite wine flows? You don't have to keep dreaming, visit Burriana on the day of San Blas and enjoy the Font del Vi.

Stew Fair in Lalín

From 12th February to 12th February

Lalín (Pontevedra)

During the Cocido Fair in Lalín, the streets get dressed up to pay tribute to the characteristic dish of the local gastronomy. When you try it, you will be captivated.

Indulge yourself with xató, a delicious Mediterranean sauce based on ñora peppers, almonds, and hazelnuts. Don't miss the Masters Xatonaires Contest and other surprises. A unique gastronomic experience you can't afford to miss.

Arzúa Cheese Festival

From 1st March to 3rd March

Arzúa (Coruña)

The Arzúa Cheese Festival celebrates the cheese-making tradition of the region and offers a unique gastronomic experience. It's an opportunity to taste the delicious Arzúa-Ulloa cheese and other local products, enjoy traditional music and dances, and get to know Galician culture in a festive and welcoming atmosphere.

Vegetable Festival of Tudela

From 13th April to 28th April

Tudela (Navarra)

A gastronomic event that celebrates the produce of the Ebro riverbank. Enjoy typical dishes such as the Vegetable Stew and the famous Piquillo Pepper, along with activities such as the Vegetable Pintxos Contest and the Vegetable Market. A unique experience for food lovers.

Cider Festival of Nava

From 7th July to 9th July

Nava (Asturias)

An iconic celebration honoring this beverage. With concerts, cider tastings, and notable events like the Escanciadores Contest, it attracts thousands of people each year. An unmissable experience for cider lovers.

Falces Garlic Day

From 29th July to 30th July

Falces (Navarra)

El Ajo Rojo de Falces has its own festival in July, with tastings, a craft market and brass bands, historical visits and many activities for all audiences.

Gazpacho de los 3 Golpes Festival

From 2nd August to 5th August

Alfarnatejo (Málaga)

Festival of Provincial Tourist Interest in Malaga, held on the first weekend in August in Alfarnatejo. With tasting of the product, market, exhibitions and artists who complete the day.

Tired Donkey Soup Festival

From 4th August to 5th August

Muíños (Orense)

Declared a festival of tourist interest in Galicia. It consists of the tasting of the traditional dish made with bread, wine and sugar. There will be charangas, popular games, craft fair, Galician championship of carrilanas and orchestra.

Popular dishes of thouse festivals

Cachopo

(Principado de Asturias)

Veal fillets stuffed with ham and cheese, breaded and fried. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. A delicacy of Asturian cuisine.

Where to eat the best cachopo?

Sidrería El Rincón de Celia (Región: Principado de Asturias)

C. Luanco, 16, 33207. Gijón (Asturias)

Casa Trabanco (Región: Principado de Asturias)

Carretera de Lavandera, N 3255. 33350. Gijón (Asturias)

Restaurante El Feudo (Región: Principado de Asturias)

C. Felipe Menéndez, 4, 33206. Gijón (Asturias)

Mesón Casa Pedro (Región: Principado de Asturias)

C. Asturias 39, 33004. Oviedo (Asturias)

Tablas del Campillín (Región: Principado de Asturias)

Cl. Arzobispo Guisasola, 24. Oviedo (Asturias)

Alterna Sidrería (Región: Principado de Asturias)

C. Puerto Pajares, 9, Bajo. Oviedo (Asturias)

More restaurants where you can eat cachopo

Manchego Shepherd's Migas

(Castilla la Mancha)

Primeros platos

Traditional Manchego dish. Crumbled bread, chorizo, bacon, and oil create a crispy texture and smoky flavor. It comforts the stomach and the spirit.

Where to eat the best migas de pastor manchegas?

Restaurante El Retorno Consuegra (Región: Castilla la Mancha)

Calle Reina María Cristina, 2, 45700. Consuegra (Toledo)

Abrasador Canela y Limón del Pesca (Región: Castilla la Mancha)

Pl. España, 14, 45700. Consuegra (Toledo)

Restaurante la Fábrica de Harinas (Región: Castilla la Mancha)

C. de los Reyes Católicos, 5, 45002. Toledo (Toledo)

Restaurante Virgen De La Estrella 1 (Región: Castilla la Mancha)

C. Airosas, 45003. Toledo (Toledo)

Restaurante La Casuca (Región: Castilla la Mancha)

C. Palma, 10, 13004. Ciudad Real (Ciudad Real)

Restaurante Orosia (Región: Castilla la Mancha)

C. Libertad, 12, 13003. Ciudad Real (Ciudad Real)

More restaurants where you can eat migas de pastor manchegas

Bandeira Empanada Festival

19th August

Silleda (Pontevedra)

Gastronomic

Since 1974, this annual event, which began as a gathering of friends, celebrates the iconic Galician empanada with culinary contests, lively auctions and cultural performances. A culinary and festive event not to be missed.

Gijón Natural Cider Festival

From 19th August to 27th August

Gijón (Asturias)

Gastronomic

The Festival that brings the summer to an exciting close with urban art, cider pouring courses, tastings, a world record for simultaneous pouring and a festive atmosphere that permeates the city. Immerse yourself in Asturian cider culture in a unique event.

Fiestas de la Vendimia y el Vino de Valdepeñas

From 31st August to 8th September

Valdepeñas (Ciudad Real)

Gastronomic

Tradición anual que celebra la cultura vinícola desde 1948. Pisa de la Uva, desfiles, conciertos y catas de vino en un escenario de tradición y sabor. Una de las principales fiestas del vino y vendimia en España.

Grape Harvest Festival

From 3rd September to 18th September

Jerez de la Frontera (Cádiz)

Gastronomic

We invite you to discover the Fiesta de la Vendimia in Jerez de la Frontera, a very popular festival in Andalusia in which activities related to wine take place.

Wine and tapas festival in Montilla

From 22nd September to 24th September

Montilla (Córdoba)

Gastronomic

Wine tourism, gastronomy and crafts are the stars of a weekend that is set to be a special one for Montilla and which brings to a close a September packed with activities as part of the Fiesta de la Vendimia programme.

O Grove Seafood Festival

From 29th September to 12th October

Grove, O (Pontevedra)

Gastronomic

The municipality of O Grove is known throughout Galicia as the cradle of good seafood, and the Seafood Festival is the perfect occasion to exalt these delicacies with seafood products.

Feast of Fabada

From 30th September to 2nd October

Lourenzá (Lugo)

Gastronomic

The Feast of Fabada is a gastronomic event that takes place in Galicia, Spain, and brings together thousands of people every year in the town of Lourenzá.

The First Cutting of the Honey in Ayora

From 7th October to 9th October

Ayora (Valencia)

Gastronomic

At the beginning of October, the Valencian town of Ayora celebrates the Primer Corte de la Miel, a gastronomic festival with many activities for all ages, based around its star product: honey.

Cazuelica and Wine Week

From 7th October to 16th October

Pamplona/Iruña (Navarra)

Gastronomic

The Cazuelica and Wine Week is an excellent opportunity to taste exquisite mini-appetizers of stew at a very affordable price, served in casseroles and accompanied by Navarrese wines that are paired with them.

Toro Grape Harvest Festival

From 11th October to 15th October

Toro (Zamora)

Gastronomic

This festival was born to formalise the series of sporadic performances that had been taking place year after year for decades. Wine tasting, regional dances, exhibitions, regional homemade wine competition and much more not to be missed.

Saffron Rose Festival in Consuegra

From 20th October to 29th October

Consuegra (Toledo)

Gastronomic

The Fiesta de la Rosa del Azafrán (Saffron Rose Festival) is held on the last weekend of October. It is a tradition in Consuegra (Toledo) to showcase the traditions of La Mancha culture.

Todesillas Tapas Competition

From 27th October to 30th October

Tordesillas (Valladolid)

Gastronomic

A call open to all catering establishments in Tordesillas that usually prepare tapas and pinchos. Each establishment must present a Tapa, in which local and quality products must be given priority, and in addition, they must receive names from the saints' calendar.

Oseja de Sajambre Fair

28th October

Oseja de Sajambre (León)

Gastronomic

Livestock, craft and gastronomic fair, highlighting local products made in the municipality itself, and cheese from the Picos de Europa region. It is held on 24 October or the following Saturday.

Chestnut Festival in Pujerra

From 3rd November to 5th November

Pujerra (Málaga)

Gastronomic

Dance and enjoy the music at the Chestnut Festival in Pujerra while tasting the dishes made with chestnuts, you won't believe how tasty they are!

Popular Toast Festival of Ojén

5th November

Ojén (Málaga)

Gastronomic

Taste the best chestnuts, bacon and sausages, and enjoy activities and folk music. With the award of Fiesta de Singularidad Turística Provincial. It celebrates the tradition of roasting chestnuts, accompanied by brandy and traditional pitanzas. Since 1992.

The Orujo Festival

From 11th November to 13th November

Potes (Cantabria)

Gastronomic

The Orujo Festival is a popular tradition that takes place in Potes, Cantrabria on the second weekend of November and where one of the oldest and most popular liquors in this region of Spain is tasted.

Feast of Magosto or San Martín Patron Saint Festivities in Ourense

From 11th November to 11th November

Ourense (Orense)

Gastronomic

Chestnuts, fire, food and drink are the ingredients of the Magosto Festival in Ourense, where ancestral beliefs come together with a festive and magical atmosphere, are you going to miss it?

Upcoming festivals

Festival de los Patios Cordobeses

From 4th May to 19th May

Córdoba (Córdoba)

The Festival of the 'Patios of Cordoba' takes place in May when the plants and flowers reach their greatest splendor and thousands of residents and visitors enjoy the beauty of the patios.

San Isidro Festival in Yecla

From 10th May to 19th May

Yecla (Murcia)

Come to Yecla and enjoy the festivities of San Isidro Labrador. Processions, selection of the Queen and Ladies, float parades, music, and the best cuisine await you in this celebration dedicated to the patron saint of farmers.

Witch Festival of Alcantarilla

From 12th May to 21st May

Alcantarilla (Murcia)

A unique celebration full of history and fantasy. Organized by the Federation of Peñas, the tradition dates back to the 16th century and takes place in spring to purify all negativity. In addition to the burning of the witch, there are parades, music, and activities for all ages.

The Pilgrimage of El Rocio

From 17th May to 20th May

Almonte (Huelva)

The pilgrimage of El Rocío in the town of Almonte (Huelva), is a traditional festival that brings together thousands of people each year in a popular religious atmosphere and where the purpose of the festivity is to make the pilgrimage to the sanctuary of the 'Virgen del Rocío'.

San Pascual Bailón and Festival of Zarrón in Almazán

From 17th May to 18th May

Almazán (Soria)

San Pascual Bailón and Festival of Zarrón in Almazán

Traditional and colorful celebration in honor of patron Saint Pascual Bailón that combines religious and folk elements, a procession in which the dancers perform the "paloteo" dance and the "Zarrón" distributes blows while protecting the candies. The festival includes singing, races and the traditional "soparra" meal, a mixture of wine, sugar, cinnamon and soaked bread, served in handmade bowls.