Carnival festivals

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival

From 15th February to 10th March

Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las (Palmas (Las))

The Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one of the oldest and most renowned festivals, the streets are dressed up for the party, with lots of colour, music and joy in every corner.

Vilanova i la Geltrú Carnival

From 22nd February to 5th March

Vilanova i la Geltrú (Barcelona)

The Carnival of Vilanova i la Geltrú is one of the most traditional and oldest in Spain. The most awaited are the comparsas, with their bands and brass bands. The boys with the barretina and the girls with the manila shawl.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

From 23rd February to 5th March

Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Sta. Cruz de Tenerife)

The most Brazilian Carnival in Spain is that of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, 15 days of joy, dance, fun and fun. The highlight: the fancy dress costumes at the Gala for the Election of the Queen of the Festivities.

Miguelturra Carnival

From 25th February to 5th March

Miguelturra (Ciudad Real)

The Miguelturra Carnival is a fun experience in which you will be more than a spectator: costumes, masks and music fill every street of the town with colour and joy.

Carnival of Verín

From 27th February to 5th March

Verín (Orense)

This festival of National Tourist Interest is celebrated for three weeks and every day is full of surprises. It follows an ancestral ritual with the presence of "cigarrones" that walk through the main streets, parades of troupes, floats, music and open-air dances. Weeks of fun and gastronomic feasts.

Herencia Carnival

From 27th February to 5th March

Herencia (Ciudad Real)

In February the Herencia Carnival is celebrated, the most fun party in the area with two weeks of festivities, parades, music, masks and colours. You won't regret it!

Torrevieja Carnival

From 27th February to 5th March

Torrevieja (Alicante)

The Carnival of Torrevieja fills the streets with rhythm, color and passion in a magical atmosphere typical of the biggest carnivals in Spain. We tell you all the curiosities of a festival declared of Tourist Interest Autonomic.

Malaga Carnival

From 28th February to 4th March

Málaga (Málaga)

The colourful Malaga Carnival takes place in the theatre and in the streets, where locals and visitors enjoy the parades and the most original costumes.

Upcoming festivals

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 Passion of Esparreguera

From 19th March to 1st April

Esparreguera (Barcelona)

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.

Holy Week of Malaga

From 22nd March to 31st March

Málaga (Málaga)

One of the most impressive in Spain, known for its processions full of passion and devotion. Every year, thousands of people from all over the world come to the city to experience the magic of this unique festival. The floats, carried on the shoulders of the brotherhood members, are true works of art, decorated with flowers and candles, creating an incredibly emotional atmosphere.

Holy Week in Seville

From 22nd March to 31st March

Sevilla (Sevilla)

A unique event that offers an exciting and authentic experience, where devotion and art merge in the processions of the brotherhoods. It also represents a unique opportunity to enjoy the local gastronomy and get to know the city in a festive and welcoming atmosphere.

Holly Week in Yecla

From 22nd March to 31st March

Yecla (Murcia)

Discover the exciting Holy Week of Yecla with its Calvary procession, the Farolicos carried by children, the Santo Entierro, and enjoy the popular "Suelta del Diablo" by throwing candies on Easter Sunday.