Festivals in Burgos

Higuillo Festival

20th January

Villasandino (Burgos)

Religious

The Fiesta del Higuillo, in Villasandino, Burgos, is part of the festivities in honour of San Sebastián, held on 20 January.

Discover one of the most astonishing celebrations that forms part of our heritage, a unique event where a man dressed as the devil jumps over babies on mattresses. Immerse yourself in this centuries-old tradition filled with excitement and wonder.

Patron saint festivities in honour of Nuestra Señora de Nava - La Traída

From 16th June to 19th June

Fuentelcésped (Burgos)

Patron saint festivities held in June and July. They begin with 'La Traida', in June, when the Virgin is brought in procession to stay in the village until July, when she is returned to the hermitage with 'La Llevada'. Both dates incorporate solemn religious events, dances and open-air dances for everyone.

Patron saint festivities in honour of Nuestra Señora de Nava - La Llevada

From 1st July to 3rd July

Fuentelcésped (Burgos)

Santa Ana, San Roque and Nuestra Señora de los Remedios in Peñaranda de Duero

From 22nd July to 26th July

Peñaranda de Duero (Burgos)

Peñaranda de Duero celebrates its festivities in honour of Santiago Apóstol (25th July) and Santa Ana (26th July), patron saint of the collegiate church and therefore the parish feast day.

Virgen de las viñas patron saint festival in Aranda de Duero

From 8th September to 17th September

Aranda de Duero (Burgos)

The cannon shot kicks off the Patron Saint Fiestas of Aranda de Duero, followed in the afternoon by the Pilgrimage of the Virgin. With activities including a magic festival, concerts, orchestras, parades of giants and big-heads...

Festivities of San Cosme and San Damián in Poza de la Sal

From 26th September to 2nd October

Poza de la Sal (Burgos)

Patron saint festivities of Poza de la Sal in which you can enjoy a charangas festival, sports competitions, orchestral music, a fire bull, among many other festive activities.

Virgen del Rosario Festivities in Medina de Pomar

From 29th September to 12th October

Medina de Pomar (Burgos)

Patron saint festivities held on the first weekend of October. The most colourful part is provided by the peñas, with activities for children, gastronomy, a bullfighting fair, open-air dances and parades with brass bands.

Susinos del Páramo Patron Saint Festivities

From 11th October to 14th October

Susinos del Páramo (Burgos)

The festivities of Susinos del Páramo are held in the name of San Vicente Martín, patron saint of our fiestas, and it is a weekend of meeting, enjoyment, laughter, traditions, encounters and dancing.

Upcoming festivals

Partir la Vieja in Arriate

14th March

Arriate (Málaga)

The Feast of “Partir la Vieja” brings the whole family together in the countryside to forget the fast and challenge the old Lent. A special occasion that is worth living and that you cannot miss!

The Fallas of Alzira

From 15th March to 19th March

Alzira (Valencia)

The Fallas of Alzira are a unique cultural festival that attracts thousands of visitors every year. They are known for their artistic monuments, music, and pyrotechnic shows. Local cuisine and craftsmanship are also attractive tourist features. An unforgettable experience that you can't miss.

Spring and Cherry Blossom in the Jerte Valley

From 17th March to 30th April

Jerte (Cáceres)

Spring and Cherry Blossom in the Jerte Valley

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 Fallas of Denia

From 17th March to 19th March

Dénia (Alicante)

Come and enjoy the Fallas of Denia! Discover its impressive cardboard and papier-mâché figures, its parades of marching bands and the spectacular burning of the fallas in a huge bonfire, a party not to be missed!

The Night of the Pepitas

From 18th March to 18th March

Ferrol (Coruña)

Experience a unique and beloved tradition in Ferrol's Fiesta de las Pepitas! Join the men in capes and hats as they roam the streets, singing and playing music with traditional instruments, and offer pepitas to women in exchange for food and drink. A must-see event attracting thousands of visitors each year!