Festivals in Rioja (La)

Procession of the Hundred Maidens of Sorzano

From 19th May to 21st May

Sorzano (Rioja, La)

Religious

Check out this popular festival in Sorzano that is celebrated every third Sunday of May. Welcome to the Procession of the Hundred Maidens of Sorzano!

Medieval Days of Briones

From 17th June to 18th June

Briones (Rioja, La)

Historical

The Medieval Days of Briones, takes place on the third weekend of June of each year and these are intended to remember the time of the fourteenth century, where most of the inhabitants participate in the different ceremonies.

Patron saint festivities of San Juan in Fuenmayor

From 23rd June to 25th June

Fuenmayor (Rioja, La)

Festival dedicated to the patron saint San Juan. Taste the local wine and enjoy the hospitality and coolness of the wineries. Free zurracapote will be offered at Plaza Azpilicueta. Strolls through the town with traditional music. Informal celebration of 'wine, snacks, and casual attire'.

The Battel of Vine

29th June

Haro (Rioja, La)

Battles

The Battle of Wine is a traditional festival, which takes place on June 29 of each year in the town of Haro (La Rioja), Spain, to celebrate the day of 'San Pedro', which tourists attend, both nationals and foreigners.

Festival of Nuestra Señora del Carmen in Arenzana de Abajo

From 15th July to 17th July

Arenzana de Abajo (Rioja, La)

Arenzana de Abajo invites you to enjoy our festival of the Virgen del Carmen and our people. You will feel like in your own village. We are good people and you will see for yourself.

The Dance of the Stilts

From 21st July to 25th July

Anguiano (Rioja, La)

Folklore

The Dance of the Stilts, is a popular traditional festival, which is celebrated in the town of Anguiano in La Rioja, Spain and which has been declared as an Intangible Cultural Property.

Camero Viejo Day

6th August

Soto en Cameros (Rioja, La)

In the region of Camero Viejo, in La Rioja, a day of fraternisation, meeting of its people and dissemination of its roots, traditions and culture is celebrated in order to make it known to the whole world. Each year it is held in a different village.

Festivities of Our Lady of Vega in Haro

From 7th September to 10th September

Haro (Rioja, La)

Religious

The patron saint festivities of Haro are celebrated on September 8 in honor of the Virgen de la Vega, with processions, offerings and the traditional Rosary of Lanterns, declared of Regional Tourist Interest.

Festivities of La Cruz in Fuenmayor

From 13th September to 17th September

Fuenmayor (Rioja, La)

Fuenmayor's main festivities with numerous events of all kinds. They are held from the eve of the Day of the Cross until the following Sunday, when the traditional Jira Campestre is held to close the festivities, where you can enjoy tastings, open-air dances, children's games and countless other activities....

Festivities of San Mateo in Logroño

From 17th September to 23rd September

Logroño (Rioja, La)

Fair

The Fiestas of San Mateo in Logroño begin on the Saturday before 21 September, with many fun activities, such as tastings, parades of floats, grape treading, fireworks, bullfights, open-air dances and much more.

Virgin of Allende in Ezcaray

From 23rd September to 26th September

Ezcaray (Rioja, La)

Patron saint festivities of Our Lady of Allende. Highlights include the parades of giants and big-heads, orchestras, the procession of the Virgin of Allende accompanied by the municipal dance group, authorities, pipers and musicians. The festivities are rounded off with a variety of events, including tastings during these days.

Smoke Procession in Arnedillo

26th November

Arnedillo (Rioja, La)

Religious

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).

Upcoming festivals

Gabarreros Festival in El Espinar

From 4th March to 12th March

Espinar, El (Segovia)

A unique celebration that combines tradition, culture and fun. It is an opportunity to enjoy the local gastronomy, learn about the history and crafts of the area and enjoy a festive and cozy atmosphere. If you are looking for an authentic and memorable experience, don't miss this popular festival in the heart of the Sierra de Guadarrama.

International Vintage Car Rally Sitges - Barcelona

From 11th March to 12th March

Sitges (Barcelona)

Don't miss the exciting Sitges International Rally! Discover authentic automotive gems produced before 1928 and motorcycles up to 1938, on a challenging 46-kilometer route through a dreamy coastal layout. An unforgettable event for all classic car and competition lovers!

The Idus of March

13th March

Mara (Zaragoza)

On the Idus of March, the locals dressed as warriors and sorceresses will offer you a show that is hard to forget.

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.