Fiestas & Traditional Celebrations

Christmas in Spain

Spain celebrates Christmas with vibrant markets, nativity scenes, and the Three Kings Parade on January 6th.

Nearest Access: Nationwide.

Carnival in Spain (Canary Islands & Cádiz)

One of the most extravagant celebrations, featuring parades, costumes, and music in Tenerife and Cádiz.

Nearest Access: Santa Cruz de Tenerife / Cádiz. Airports in both cities.

Fallas Festival in Valencia

Giant sculptures are burned in this spectacular fire festival honoring Saint Joseph in mid-March.

Nearest Access: Metro: Xàtiva, Colón.

Holy Week Processions

Stunning processions take place in Seville, Zamora, and Valladolid during Easter.

Nearest Access: Seville (Metro: Puerta de Jerez), Zamora & Valladolid (Train from Madrid).

Castellers de Vilafranca

Experience the breathtaking human towers in Vilafranca del Penedès.

Nearest Access: Train from Barcelona.

La Romería de El Rocío

One of Spain’s most famous pilgrimages, held in Almonte, Huelva.

Nearest Access: Bus from Seville.

Seville Fair (April Fair)

Traditional Andalusian festival with flamenco, horse parades, and vibrant casetas.

Nearest Access: Metro: Prado de San Sebastián.

Malaga Fair

A week-long summer festival with street parties, music, and flamenco.

Nearest Access: Metro: El Perchel.

Saint Isidro Fair in Madrid

Madrid’s biggest festival honoring its patron saint, featuring traditional dances and bullfighting.

Nearest Access: Metro: Ópera.

Hogueras de San Juan

Bonfires and fireworks light up the night during this midsummer festival in Alicante.

Nearest Access: Tram: Mercado.

Saint Fermin Running of the Bulls (Pamplona)

Adrenaline-filled festival where bulls charge through the city streets.

Nearest Access: Train from Madrid or Barcelona.

Feast of Saint Santiago

Celebration of Saint James, featuring religious events in Santiago de Compostela.

Nearest Access: Train or airport in Santiago.

Barcelona Summer Festival

Music, dance, and theatre performances take over Barcelona’s streets in summer.

Nearest Access: Metro: Catalunya, Liceu.

La Tomatina (Buñol)

A massive tomato-throwing fight in the streets of Buñol.

Nearest Access: Train from Valencia.

Festes de la Mercè (Barcelona)

Barcelona’s biggest festival, featuring parades, fireworks, and human towers.

Nearest Access: Metro: Jaume I.

Fiestas del Pilar (Zaragoza)

A grand celebration with processions, concerts, and fireworks in honor of the Virgin of Pilar.

Nearest Access: Tram: Plaza del Pilar.

Moors and Christians in Alcoy

Alcoy recreates medieval battles with stunning costumes and parades.

Nearest Access: Bus from Alicante.

Music Festivals

FIB (Benicàssim International Festival)

One of Spain’s biggest music festivals, featuring international rock and indie bands.

Nearest Access: Train from Valencia.

Festimad (Madrid)

A legendary alternative music festival in Madrid.

Nearest Access: Metro: Las Rozas.

Primavera Sound (Barcelona)

One of Europe’s best-known festivals, with an eclectic mix of artists.

Nearest Access: Metro: El Maresme-Fòrum.

Sonar Festival (Barcelona)

A globally renowned electronic music and digital arts festival.

Nearest Access: Metro: Espanya.