Festivals on April

Go through the festivals that we show you in April, surely there is one that will surprise you.

Festivities that had already started before

Spring and Cherry Blossom in the Jerte Valley

Spring and Cherry Blossom in the Jerte Valley

From 17th March to 30th April
Jerte (Cáceres)
Floral
Dare to discover the secrets of the Valley of Spring, and don't miss the greatest natural spectacle, where more than one and a half million cherry trees dress in white in the Jerte Valley. Come and enjoy it!
The Passion of Esparreguera

The Passion of Esparreguera

From 19th March to 1st April
Esparreguera (Barcelona)
Representation
A unique and emotional representation of the Passion of Christ, which takes place outdoors on an impressive natural stage. With more than 500 actors, live music, and special effects, it is an unforgettable experience that attracts thousands of visitors every year.
The Bollo Festival in Avilés

The Bollo Festival in Avilés

From 30th March to 1st April
Avilés (Asturias)
Tradition
Celebrate the end of Holy Week with parades of floats, music and dance, and enjoy the traditional and delicious Bollo. Join the massive street feast and live the most authentic Asturian experience. We're waiting for you!

San Telmo Festival in Tui

From 30th March to 8th April
Tui (Pontevedra)
Come and enjoy the Patron Saint Festivities in Tui! Be amazed by the colorful parades, giants and big-heads, live music, and fireworks. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience.
Festivities of San Vicente Ferrer in La Vall d'Uixó

Festivities of San Vicente Ferrer in La Vall d'Uixó

From 31st March to 14th April
Vall d'Uixó, la (Castellón)
Festivities of National Tourist Interest that attract many visitors to enjoy a wide range of activities. For its excellent musical line-up and the open-air dances with orchestra. The bullfighting poster is another of its attractions, together with the Agricultural Fair which every year fills the municipality with gastronomy.

9th April

The Bujots Massacre

The Bujots Massacre

9th April
Ciutadella de Menorca (Baleares)
Tradition
Discover a unique traditional Menorcan festival, where straw dolls representing well-known figures are shot down with blank-firing shotguns. A one-of-a-kind festival in the world celebrated in Ciutadella on Easter Sunday. Don't miss it!
Spring Festival of Murcia

Spring Festival of Murcia

From 9th April to 16th April
Murcia (Murcia)
Tradition
Join the celebration of the arrival of spring and immerse yourself in Murcian culture. A week where you will experience the joy of the Bando de la Huerta, the excitement of the Entierro de la Sardina, the devotion of the Romería, and many other activities. Don't miss it!
Calañas Pilgrimage in honor of Our Lady of the Coronada

Calañas Pilgrimage in honor of Our Lady of the Coronada

9th April
Calañas (Huelva)
Discover the moving Calañas Pilgrimage, where faith blends with tradition. Procession, music, and devotion in honor of Our Lady of the Coronada in a natural setting.

10th April

The Piedaescrita Pilgrimage

The Piedaescrita Pilgrimage

10th April
Campanario (Badajoz)
Religious
A popular festival in honor of the Virgin of Piedraescrita, featuring a parade of tissue paper floats, music, and dance. It offers a countryside day with tasting of local cuisine, and ends with a party in the city center. Declared of Tourist Interest in Extremadura, it is a crowded and colorful event.

11th April

The Painted Eggs of Pola de Siero

The Painted Eggs of Pola de Siero

11th April
Siero (Asturias)
Tradition
Discover the painted eggs in La Pola de Siero. Since the 18th century, this colorful Asturian tradition has been filled with color with these hand-decorated eggs. Admire the miniature works of art and be surprised by the variety of motifs you can find.

12th April

Medieval Days of Montiel

Medieval Days of Montiel

From 12th April to 14th April
Montiel (Ciudad Real)
Representation
Historical days related to the death of Pedro I of Castile, recreating the arrival of the king in Montiel, taking refuge in the Castle of the Star. We will see how life was in the 14th century and witness the famous Battle of Montiel.

Popular dishes of thouse festivals

Cachopo
Photo: Turismo Asturias - Joaquín Fanjul

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.

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Spring Festival in Fuencaliente

From 12th April to 13th April
Fuencaliente (Ciudad Real)
Great cucona spring event in a new party format with free leisure and cultural activities, performances, guided tours.

San Vicente Ferrer Festivities in Teulada

From 12th April to 23rd April
Teulada (Alicante)
Come to Teulada and celebrate our patron saint festivities in honor of San Vicente Ferrer! Enjoy music, food, dancing, and fun in a traditional and welcoming atmosphere. We're waiting for you!

13th April

The pilgrimage of the Virgen de las Viñas in Tomelloso

The pilgrimage of the Virgen de las Viñas in Tomelloso

From 13th April to 21st April
Tomelloso (Ciudad Real)
Religious
Discover the spectacular green carriages, a mix of tradition and modernity. Days of togetherness and brotherhood around the Virgin of the Vine, with good food, traditional games, skill competitions, and folk performances.

Vegetable Festival of Tudela

From 13th April to 28th April
Tudela (Navarra)
Gastronomic
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.

14th April

Santo Toribio Festivities in Palencia

From 14th April to 16th April
Palencia (Palencia)
Religious
Celebration with music, gastronomy, sports activities, and fireworks. As a climax, the procession of the Saint to the Cristo chapel, followed by the throwing of bread and cheese to the attendees. An opportunity to enjoy Palencia's culture, tradition, and cuisine.

15th April

Major Festivities in Cullera

From 15th April to 23rd April
Cullera (Valencia)
Patron saint festivities dedicated to the Mare de Déu del Castell, Virgen de la Encarnación. They begin on the Saturday after Easter. Nine days of intense activity with live music, firework displays and delicious gastronomy. Celebrate with us.

17th April

Water Monday in Salamanca

17th April
Salamanca (Salamanca)
Tradition
Come to Salamanca and celebrate the Lunes de Aguas! Enjoy a day in the countryside with friends and family while tasting the delicious hornazo, a typical dish of the festivity. Discover the history behind this tradition that dates back to the 16th century. Don't miss it!

Day of the Light

From 17th April to 17th April
Arroyo de la Luz (Cáceres)
Religious
Arroyo de la Luz celebrates the Day of the Light every Easter Monday in honor of the Patron Saint. Enjoy the excitement of horse racing, music, and traditional food at the town's most important festivity. Declared a Regional Tourist Interest Festival since 1997.

19th April

Medieval Week in Montblanc

Medieval Week in Montblanc

From 19th April to 28th April
Montblanc (Tarragona)
Representation
Immerse yourself in the medieval era in the beautiful city of Montblanc. Enjoy exciting knight shows and medieval dances, taste delicious delicacies at the craft market, and marvel at the historical monuments.

20th April

Pilgrimage of the Holy Face

20th April
Alicante/Alacant (Alicante)
Religious
Discover the pilgrimage of the Holy Face in Alicante, a centuries-old tradition full of emotion and devotion. Experience this unique event and discover the history and culture of the city at the same time.

Spring Festivals in L'Hospitalet

From 20th April to 23rd April
Hospitalet de Llobregat, L' (Barcelona)
Spring festivals that offer a wide cultural, gastronomic and leisure offer, including concerts, dance and theater shows, fairs, and activities for the whole family. A must-visit and enjoy event in spring.

Mairena del Aljarafe Fair

From 20th April to 23rd April
Mairena del Aljarafe (Sevilla)
A benchmark of the Andalusian fairs that you cannot miss to start the season. With a wide variety of attractions, including live music, food stalls, thrill rides and activities for all ages. It is an opportunity to enjoy Andalusian culture and tradition.

21st April

May festivals in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

May festivals in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

From 21st April to 31st May
Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Sta. Cruz de Tenerife)
May festivals in Santa Cruz de Tenerife celebrate the city's founding in 1494 with floral crosses, music, gastronomy, and folklore. It's an opportunity to experience the city's splendor through culture, sports, recreation, and leisure activities.

The Dance of Tauste and The Crystal Rosary

From 21st April to 25th April
Tauste (Zaragoza)
Religious
These dances have been repeated for more than 150 years in honour of the patron saints of the town. They are divided into acts with swords, shields, sticks and are also accompanied by human towers.

22nd April

San Marcos Festivities in Arroyo Ojanco

From 22nd April to 25th April
Arroyo del Ojanco (Jaén)
Enjoy bull runs, bullfighting, cultural and sports activities. Don't miss the agricultural and livestock fair and the delicious gastronomic proposals. We're waiting for you!

23rd April

Seville April Fair

Seville April Fair

From 23rd April to 29th April
Sevilla (Sevilla)
Fair
For a week, the city is transformed into a real party with music, dance and good food. Visitors enjoy the atmosphere, dress up in traditional costumes, taste the typical gastronomy and dance sevillanas all night long. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the magic of the Seville Fair!

Day of the Faldeta

23rd April
Fraga (Huesca)
Folklore
This festival is a tribute to the customs and clothing of the women of Fraga. To live the essence of tradition.

24th April

Festivities of San Marcos in San Martín de la Vega

From 24th April to 30th April
San Martín de la Vega (Madrid)
Everything that can exist in a patron saint's festival, with activities for everyone: parades, concerts, pilgrimage, bull runs, inflatable bulls, liturgical events, including the processions that take the Saint from his hermitage to the church on the 24th.

27th April

Rota Spring Fair

From 27th April to 30th April
Rota (Cádiz)
Enjoy the atmosphere of the booths, taste local gastronomy and wine, and dance to the rhythm of sevillanas. Everything beautifully lit up. Fun for the whole family with rides, performances, and contests. Take a horse or carriage ride, and don't miss the competitions for dance, ornaments, and livestock.

28th April

The pilgrimage of the Virgin of the Cabeza

The pilgrimage of the Virgin of the Cabeza

From 28th April to 30th April
Andújar (Jaén)
Religious
Experience the oldest pilgrimage in Spain during the last weekend of April, in a Mediterranean natural setting. The strong roots of this tradition will not leave you indifferent.

The Maderada Festival

From 28th April to 1st May
Cofrentes (Valencia)
Discover the tradition of La Maderada during the May festivities in Cofrentes. Experience the descent of wood down the Cabriel River and immerse yourself in the culture of the 'madereros'. Enjoy the giant apella, sports competitions, gastronomic delights, and cultural activities.

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.

May 2nd celebrations in Móstoles

From 28th April to 3rd May
Móstoles (Madrid)
Enjoy the May 2nd celebrations. Activities for all ages, parades, concerts, gastronomy, sports, and much more in a festive and welcoming atmosphere. A landmark event in the Community of Madrid that you can't miss.

May Fair in Puertollano

From 28th April to 7th May
Puertollano (Ciudad Real)
Celebrate the May Fair in Puertollano at the Fairgrounds. Enjoy music, color, fun, and a good atmosphere at the booths of groups and associations, where you will find the best typical food of the area. If you have never been, you can't miss it.

30th April

Almansa Major Festivities

Almansa Major Festivities

From 30th April to 6th May
Almansa (Albacete)
Representation
Discover the excitement of the Moors and Christians parades, music, dance, fireworks, and historical battles that will transport you to another time. Not to mention the rich local cuisine. Live a unique experience.

Celebrations of the Holy Cross in Villanueva de la Serena

From 30th April to 5th May
Villanueva de la Serena (Badajoz)
With a good number of religious and leisure activities. These celebrations represent a space for coexistence, in which the participation of its residents is a noteworthy characteristic. Religious events that culminate on Sunday with the Procession of the Holy Cross.

Go through the festivals that we show you in April, surely there is one that will surprise you.

Upcoming festivals

Festivities of San Clemente in Lorca

From 11th November to 23rd November
Lorca (Murcia)
Festivities of San Clemente in Lorca
The Fiestas of San Clemente in Lorca last approximately 10 days and culminate on 23 November, the day of San Clemente, a time to enjoy a medieval atmosphere, in keeping with the time when the Christians recovered the city.

Smoke Procession in Arnedillo

26th November
Arnedillo (Rioja, La)
Smoke Procession in Arnedillo
The Rioja town of Arnedillo dresses up in smoke and festivities to celebrate its most peculiar and emblematic tradition: the Procession of Smoke, one of the most original in the 'piel de toro' (bull skin).

The Tables of San Andres

From 29th November to 30th November
Icod de los Vinos (Sta. Cruz de Tenerife)
The Tables of San Andres
The Table of San Andres is a festival that takes place in the region of Icod de los Vinos, Tenerife in the Canary Islands, during the last two days of November and that coincides with the Day of San Andrés.

Christmas in Madrid

From 1st December to 6th January
Madrid (Madrid)
Christmas in Madrid
Explore charming markets full of surprises, marvel at the festive lights, skate in Plaza de Oriente, enjoy shows, and discover the Christmas essence in every corner.

Festivities of the Virgin in Yecla

From 5th December to 17th December
Yecla (Murcia)
Festivities of the Virgin in Yecla
The Fiestas de la Virgen in Yecla are an ancestral tradition that you cannot miss. Come and discover this beautiful festivity of the people of Yecla in honour of the Immaculate Conception.

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