Naval festivals

Arrival Festival

From 3rd March to 5th March

Baiona (Pontevedra)

Historical

A historical and cultural celebration that commemorates Columbus' arrival to America. With parades, historical representations, music, and gastronomy, it's a unique experience that attracts thousands of visitors every year. Come and discover the magic of this centuries-old festival in a wonderful seaside setting. #ArrivalFestival

Upcoming festivals

Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago del Lozoya

From 10th December to 18th December

Buitrago del Lozoya (Madrid)

Living Nativity Scene in Buitrago del Lozoya

If you want to live Christmas in the flesh, come to the Buitrago del Lozoya Living Nativity Scene, with more than 40 biblical scenes represented by real people, an amazing Christmas experience!

Baptism of the Child in Palencia

1st January

Palencia (Palencia)

On the 1st of January, Palencia celebrates the traditional Baptism of the Child, a procession that has become an ancestral custom, with more than five centuries of history, where the amusing pedrea of sweets and candies takes place.

Los Carochos, the Masquerade of Riofrío de Aliste

1st January

Riofrío de Aliste (Zamora)

Los Carochos, the Masquerade of Riofrío de Aliste

In Riofrío de Aliste they enjoy the New Year in a different way, with the tradition of Los Carochos, a ritual as strange as fun that you have to see, at least once in your life.

Three Kings Parade in Santillana del Mar

5th January

Santillana del Mar (Cantabria)

Every 5th January you can enjoy the Three Kings Parade in Santillana del Mar, an experience where all those attending will witness an authentic journey into the past.

The Three Wise Men Parade in Alcoy

5th January

Alcoy/Alcoi (Alicante)

The Three Kings Parade in Alcoy is one of the oldest in the country, and one of the most special. In this parade the royal pages go up to the balconies to leave the presents, a real spectacle!