Virgin of Carmen festivals

El Palo Fair and Virgin of Carmen

From 13th July to 16th July
Málaga (Málaga)
Fair
Fair with stalls set up in the Plaza del Padre Ciganda, with activities both during the day and at night, and the traditional maritime land procession. With street fair stalls and attractions for young and old in the Plaza de La Milagrosa.

Virgin of Carmen in Almuñecar

From 13th July to 16th July
Almuñécar (Granada)
Religious
Maritime procession, music, fireworks and a festive atmosphere that unites the community in honour of the patron saint of sailors. A spiritual and cultural experience on the coast of Andalusia.

Virgin of Carmen in Sitges

From 14th July to 16th July
Sitges (Barcelona)
Religious
The boats of Sitges sail in procession from the Port d'Aiguadolç to the cemetery, where they pay homage to the deceased fishermen with a floral tribute. Discover the legend of how the Virgin saved a boat in the middle of a storm, consolidating her protection over the sailors.

Virgin of Carmen in Chipiona

From 14th July to 16th July
Chipiona (Cádiz)
Religious
A seafaring festival par excellence. History tells us that the summer opening began on the day of the patron saint of sailors, once the waters were blessed and taken in procession along our coasts. Today they are the first festivities of the summer, being held in the vicinity of the seafarers' quarter.

Virgin of Carmen in Calp

From 14th July to 16th July
Calp (Alicante)
Religious
Procession on foot with costaleros carrying the image from Cantal Roig beach. Floral offering and tribute to the deceased sailors with wreaths thrown into the sea from rowing boats. The seafaring family will gather for the traditional 'Concurso de Calderos' with games and fun.

Virgin of Carmen in Cartagena

From 14th July to 16th July
Cartagena (Murcia)
Religious
A colourful maritime celebration that honours the patron saint of sailors with processions, traditional music and offerings. A unique experience by the sea full of devotion and joy.

Virgin of Carmen in Nerja

From 14th July to 16th July
Nerja (Málaga)
Religious
Enjoy sardine skewers by the bonfire, floral offerings, a procession of the Virgin through the streets and on the sea, stunning fireworks, and the company of fishermen. A festival full of tradition and camaraderie.

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.

Fiestas del Carmen in Rubielos de Mora

From 15th July to 16th July
Rubielos de Mora (Teruel)
Festivities in honour of the patron saint of Rubielos de Mora, the Virgen del Carmen. In this festivity there are bullfighting events, popular traditions and festivities for all the neighbours of Rubielos and all those who want to visit us.

Virgin of Carmen in Mahón

15th July
Maó (Baleares)
Enjoy the festivity of the Virgin of Carmen in Mahón with the moving boat procession, music concerts, and the charming atmosphere of the port. A maritime celebration full of tradition and devotion.
Virgin of Carmen and Magdalena Festivities in Cangas del Narcea

Virgin of Carmen and Magdalena Festivities in Cangas del Narcea

From 16th July to 22nd July
Cangas del Narcea (Asturias)
Religious
Declared Festivals of Touristic Interest in Asturias, the celebrations of El Carmen and La Magdalena feature dazzling fireworks displays and the thrilling 'Descarga' in honor of the Virgen del Carmen. An unforgettable experience you shouldn't miss.

Upcoming festivals

Sant Antoni festivities in Barcelona

From 13th January to 23rd January
Barcelona (Barcelona)
Sant Antoni festivities in Barcelona
For Sant Antoni you can enjoy the best of Barcelona's culture at the Festes of Sant Antoni, with giants and big-heads, theatre, dance, concerts and activities for all ages.

Jarramplas Festival

From 19th January to 20th January
Piornal (Cáceres)
Jarramplas Festival
On the 19th and 20th of January, Jarramplas walks through the streets of Piornal while neighbours and visitors throw turnips at him.

Higuillo Festival

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

San Sebastian Tamborrada

From 20th January to 20th January
Donostia-San Sebastián (Guipúzcoa)
San Sebastian Tamborrada
On the 20th of January, for San Sebastian, the tamborradas (drummers) go through the streets of Donosti playing the marches of the maestro Sarriegi, a spectacle of colour and sound!

Las Paces Festival in Villarta de San Juan

From 23rd January to 26th January
Villarta de San Juan (Ciudad Real)
Las Paces Festival in Villarta de San Juan
In February, the festival of Las Paces is celebrated in Villarta de San Juan, where thousands of rockets and fireworks are launched to thank the Virgin for the peace that has reigned in the town for more than 650 years.

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