Cultural festivals

Sant Antoni festivities in Barcelona

From 13th January to 23rd January

Barcelona (Barcelona)

Tradition

For Sant Antoni you can enjoy the best of Barcelona's culture at the Festes of Sant Antoni, with giants and big-heads, theatre, dance, concerts and activities for all ages.

Cubelles Medieval Fair

From 29th March to 31st March

Cubelles (Barcelona)

Craftsmanship, shows, and culture await you in this charming old town. Discover the Jewish origins of the Villa and live a unique experience in Catalonia. An unforgettable weekend awaits you!

Emérita Lúdica

From 20th May to 26th May

Mérida (Badajoz)

Historical

Discover the fascinating Roman world at Emérita Lúdica. Immerse yourself in historical reenactments, gladiator battles, Roman gastronomy, and cultural activities in Mérida. A unique experience filled with fun and knowledge.

Ducal Festival of Pastrana

From 14th July to 16th July

Pastrana (Guadalajara)

Representation

Immerse yourself in the charm of the Ducal Festival of Pastrana, where history comes to life with parades, theater, music, and medieval reenactments. Discover the essence of Spanish nobility from the 16th century in an unforgettable cultural event.

Manises Ceramic Festival

From 15th July to 16th July

Manises (Valencia)

Market

Vibrant and colorful celebration showcasing the excellence and creativity of local ceramics through exhibitions, demonstrations, and cultural activities. Immerse yourself in the ancestral art of Manises.

Cultural week in Campo

From 3rd August to 11th August

Campo (Huesca)

Tradition

Cultural week held the week before the town's main festivities. Each year the theme of the cultural week is different, with activities taking place every day of the week.

Cortelazor La Real National Painting Competition

5th August

Cortelazor (Huelva)

Tradition

In Cortelazor La Real art meets in the street every year, in its National Open Air Painting Competition, open to everyone, with economic prizes and exhibition of works.

San Roque Patron Saint Festivities and Cultural and Sports Week

From 7th August to 17th August

Alboloduy (Almería)

Tradition

The festivities in honour of the patron saint of San Roque start every year from the 14th to the 17th of August, with a Cultural and Sports week beforehand, which is characterised by a variety of activities for all the citizens.

Sounds of Teixeira

From 9th August to 19th August

Teixeira, A (Orense)

Concerts, circus, dance, adventure, gastronomy, cinema, wine tasting, kayak.... culture in the Ribeira Sacra!!!

La Mercé Festivities

From 23rd September to 26th September

Barcelona (Barcelona)

Tradition

On the weekend around 24 September, the Mercé Festival is held in Barcelona to honour the Virgin of La Merced, patron saint of the city.

FLORA, Cordoba International Flower Festival

From 16th October to 26th October

Córdoba (Córdoba)

Floral

FLORA is an artistic event, which offers the opportunity to enjoy a unique and special cultural exchange, combining the traditionalism of Cordoba's courtyards with contemporary art.

Dijous Bo

14th November

Inca (Baleares)

Market

A centuries-old celebration that combines tradition and fun. Originally a rural market, it is now a lively celebration with markets, games, and concerts. Its origin dates back to the 19th century and it is an emblematic event of the island.

Cervantine Days in Esquivias

From 6th December to 12th December

Esquivias (Toledo)

Representation

In Toledo it is a tradition to celebrate the wedding anniversary of its historical and illustrious neighbours, Don Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra and his wife Catalina de Salazar y Palacios. We invite you to get to know and enjoy the Jornadas Cervantinas de Esquivias!

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.