Program of August Festivities in Elche

Year 2023

It celebrates: From 9th August to 16th August

Place: Elche/Elx (Alicante)

A lively blend of culture, music, and tradition. Enjoy colorful parades, concerts, contests, and the iconic 'Nit de l'Albà', where the sky lights up with fireworks like the "Palmera de la Virgen," followed by the tradition of eating watermelon.

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Upcoming festivals

Gijón Natural Cider Festival

From 19th August to 27th August

Gijón (Asturias)

The Festival that brings the summer to an exciting close with urban art, cider pouring courses, tastings, a world record for simultaneous pouring and a festive atmosphere that permeates the city. Immerse yourself in Asturian cider culture in a unique event.

The Battle of Flowers in Laredo

26th August

Laredo (Cantabria)

On the last Friday in August, Laredo celebrates the Battle of Flowers, a festival where floats decorated with flowers compete to be the most colourful and best decorated, and music takes over the streets.

Cipotegato

27th August

Tarazona (Zaragoza)

The Cipotegato is a traditional festival that pays homage to San Atilano and where the main characteris a very colorful harlequin, who with his magical presence will make that particular event a unique moment, very difficult to forget.

Patron Saint Festivities of San Sebastián de los Reyes and Bull Runs

From 27th August to 3rd September

San Sebastián de los Reyes (Madrid)

Thrilling bull runs, in which the bulls run through the streets for 820 meters at the end of August, captivating brave runners and spectators.

La Tomatina

31st August

Buñol (Valencia)

In August, the well-known festival of La Tomatina is celebrated in Buñol. An authentic campaign battle, where participants throw tomatoes as if there were no tomorrow.