Festivals in Álava

San Prudencio and Our Lady of Estibaliz Festivities

From 28th April to 1st May

Vitoria-Gasteiz (Álava)

Celebrate with joy the festivities in honor of San Prudencio, the patron saint of Alava, from the parade on April 27th to the pilgrimage on May 1st. Enjoy the Tamborrada, the tortilla contest, and the rural sports in a festive and culinary atmosphere at the Armentia fields.

White Fair in Vitoria

From 4th August to 9th August

Vitoria-Gasteiz (Álava)

Fair

The Feria de Vitoria is back, with its barracas, tombolas, traditional food stalls and attractions. The fairs known as the Ferias de la Blanca are eagerly awaited this year by residents and tourists who come to enjoy themselves.

Ribabellosa patron saint festivities

From 25th August to 28th August

Ribera Baja / Erribera Beitia (Álava)

Very family-friendly patron saint's fiestas in Ribabellosa. Every year, on the last weekend of August, you can enjoy great activities for children and very popular street parties.

Upcoming festivals

Baptism of the Child in Palencia

1st January

Palencia (Palencia)

On the 1st of January, Palencia celebrates the traditional Baptism of the Child, a procession that has become an ancestral custom, with more than five centuries of history, where the amusing pedrea of sweets and candies takes place.

Los Carochos, the Masquerade of Riofrío de Aliste

1st January

Riofrío de Aliste (Zamora)

Los Carochos, the Masquerade of Riofrío de Aliste

In Riofrío de Aliste they enjoy the New Year in a different way, with the tradition of Los Carochos, a ritual as strange as fun that you have to see, at least once in your life.

Three Kings Parade in Santillana del Mar

5th January

Santillana del Mar (Cantabria)

Every 5th January you can enjoy the Three Kings Parade in Santillana del Mar, an experience where all those attending will witness an authentic journey into the past.

The Three Wise Men Parade in Alcoy

5th January

Alcoy/Alcoi (Alicante)

The Three Kings Parade in Alcoy is one of the oldest in the country, and one of the most special. In this parade the royal pages go up to the balconies to leave the presents, a real spectacle!

Pingüinos, motorcycle rally in Valladolid

From 12th January to 15th January

Valladolid (Valladolid)

Pingüinos, motorcycle rally in Valladolid

Pingüinos is the most radical motorcycle rally in Europe, with freezing temperatures that are compensated by a lively atmosphere with tastings, concerts, excursions and even a Guinness record. Don't miss it!