Flamenco Biennial

The event combines a flamenco competition with a range of performances, both song and dance, of this typical Spanish art. The selection of artists and organisation of the event is undertaken by a consortium comprising an artistic committee, made up of five key figures from the flamenco world, and an advisory committee, made up of ten experts ...

Black Music Festival

The event has become a major highlight on the black music calendar, and in various towns around the province of Girona you can hear the rhythms of blues, soul and funk.

BluesCazorla Festival

It takes in a broad array of concerts by outstanding Spanish and international groups and soloists, as well as acoustic performances. The event takes place at three different venues: the BluesCazorla stage in the bullring, the Sennheiser stage in the Cristo Auditorium, and the Caledonia stage in Plaza de Santa María square. ...

Tapas competition in Avila

Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of tapas which combine tradition with modernity and are prepared with the finest product of the region. The best recipes for the most discerning foodies.

'Castells' competition (human towers)

The main 'colles castelleres' (the associations or clubs of Catalonia's 'castelleres' or castle-makers) can be seen in the Tàrraco Arena Plaza (the old bullring) in the longest, most competitive, and thrilling of these feats. The 'castells' (human castles) have been awarded the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity designation.

International Fireworks Competition

The competition will fill the skies of Tarragona with light and colour against the beautiful background of the Playa del Miracle beach. It is a great open-air party which more than 60,000 spectators regularly attend. The winner of the competition will also receive the commission for the firework castle in the Santa Tecla fiesta on 23 September.

"Ciudad de Carmona" National Flamenco Competition

The Cultural Flamenco Week starts when the National Competition finishes. And in March, the Exaltation of the Saeta (traditional Easter Week song) takes place in the headquarters of the association.

Emerita Lvdica

For a few days the city travels back to the 1st century AD and recreates Roman life on the streets and in the monuments. Performances take place in the Roman theatre and amphitheatre, fashion shows are held to display clothing from that period, a Roman market is organised, and gladiators return to the city. ...

Menorca Talayotic Exhibition. World Heritage designation

The exhibition reveals the uniqueness of Talayotic architecture and its close relationship with the Menorcan landscape, with which it has coexisted for more than 2,600 years. ...

Exhibition: Occidens

Visitors can listen to the real voices of the Leire monks singing Gregorian chants or see reconstructions of ancient settlements based on the archaeological remains on display. The tour also showcases the cathedral’s stunning Gothic cloister and features relics, crosses and Marian sculptures. ...

The Caballada Fiesta

It commemorates the charge of muleteers in Atienza, 1162, that saved king Alfonso VIII from falling into the hands of his uncle, Ferdinand II of León, who wanted to seize the throne from him. ...

'El canto de la Sibila' (Song of the Sibyl) in Majorca

The song is sung by a young man (with no instruments, except the organ), who is accompanied by at least two altar boys, although people of all generations take part in the ritual to guarantee it is passed on. It is a living example of medieval religious folklore.

Cebreros Carnival

The Cebreros Carnival (Avila) is thought to be more than two centuries old. Nobody knows when it was first celebrated but the commitment of the residents to this carnival is a well-known fact (they held the event even when it was illegal!). ...

Montilla-Moriles Wine Tasting

Every May, Cordoba offers the possibility of sampling the wines produced in this region. The tasting event is held in the streets of this city, and the wine is served with typical tapas. Over the course of the week visitors can also enjoy open-air concerts and tasting sessions led by wine experts. ...

Corpus Christi and Pilgrimage of San Isidro

The Pilgrimage consists of a procession of believers who carry aloft the figures of the patron saints of the town, San Isidro and Santa María de la Cabeza, who are symbolically offered fruits and soils. ...

Corpus Christi in San Cristóbal de La Laguna (Tenerife)

The celebration is also known as the 'flower festival', as the citizens decorate the streets with carpets made out of petals, shrubs, plants and heather. Although there are references dating from the late 15th century which mention the celebration of the Corpus Christi in the town, the tradition of decorating the streets with carpets of ...

Corpus Christi in Sitges

Sitges , just 35 kilometres from Barcelona, is filled with colour and the aroma of flowers during the celebration of the feast of Corpus Christi in spring. The highlight of the festivity takes place on the feast day itself, when the local residents create carpets of petals from carnations and other flowers. ...

Crosses and Fires of May

The streets and homes in the Cruz Santa district are bedecked with makeshift chapels containing crosses and altars, or “enrames”, where the locals apply all their skill to select the flowers to be used for the decorations in this celebration. The two streets of El Sol and El Medio are the setting for the procession of La Cruz. ...

Crosses of May

This is an old religious tradition. The flower-covered crosses are set up in squares, alleys and open spaces. They are also occasionally decorated with typical silk 'mantones' or shawls, multicoloured throws and other popular items. ...

Las Fallas of Gandía

Gandía's Las Fallas is one of the oldest events of its type in the region. It began in the 19th century as a version of Valencia's Las Fallas. The fallas are sculptural scenes made of flammable materials starring “ninots” (the figures that comprise the scene) and are usually satirical. More than twenty spectacular fallas are built every year. ...

Fallas bonfire festival in Sagunto

Humour, satire and art all play a part in this celebration. The streets are filled with these vast artistic monuments (the 'fallas') made out of wood and cardboard that represent a tongue-in-cheek depiction of current affairs. The festivity consists of a competition to choose the best of these creations. ...

Festivities of San Isidro

On this day, locals from Madrid and tourists go on a pilgrimage to the Hermitage of San Isidro, located in the meadow that bears the same name, to spend the day enjoying music, dancing and typical dishes of the festivity such as ‘entresijos’ (lamb mesentery), ‘gallinejas’ (fried lamb intestines) and ‘rosquillas’ (small ring-shaped breadsticks) ...

Pontevedra Maios Fiesta

The celebration is of Celtic origin and is related to the appearance of the first spring flowers. It is a traditional fiesta throughout Galicia and especially so in the cities of Pontevedra and Ourense. ...

Hita medieval festival

The Festival includes various period events, starting with the theatre performance that takes place in the ruins of the Church of San Pedro, where adaptations of great works of medieval literature are brought to life, such as The Book of Good Love by Juan Ruiz, the famous Archpriest of Hita. ...

Cherry Blossom Festival

It only happens for a couple of weeks a year, usually between late March and early April, depending on weather conditions. During this time, the mountains of the valley look completely white with blossoming cherry trees During this time, exhibitions, medieval markets, open-air dances, routes, tastings and many other activities, are held in the ...

Los Escobazos

The festival, rooted in pastoral traditions, celebrates the goatherds who would come down from the mountains guided only by the glow of torches of lit broom, a shrub that grows prolifically in this mountainous region. It is said that they greeted each other with lit broom torches as a sign of joy at seeing their family and friends. ...

Filloa de Lestedo festival (Boqueixón, A Coruña)

The filloa is a European dish with a history of over fifteen centuries. It is prepared with flour, water, eggs and salt. It is accompanied by various sweet or savoury fillings and nowadays there are even gluten-free filloas. For two weeks, tastings, cooking classes, costume contests, musical performances and traditional local games take place. ...

Manchego May Festival, Pedro Muñoz

The men and women of Pedro Muñoz dress for the fiesta in brightly coloured costumes decorated with lace, and the women put their hair up in a traditional bun called a “zorongo”. ...

Medieval fair in Ibiza

For a few days, the city of Ibiza is cast back to medieval times. Craft markets, wizards, witches, puppets, jugglers, jesters, knights, princesses, princes, dragons, falconry, artists and craftsmen, as well as typical food and drink, fill the walled area of the historic centre with colour and life. ...

First Friday of May Festival

Festivities of San Jorge

The festival symbolises the Christian reconquest of the city, and combines historical facts like the dispute between Muslims and Christians with legends such as Saint George's victory over the dragon. ...

Aracelitana festivities

The celebrations begin on the second to last Sunday in April, when the Virgin of Araceli is brought down from the Aras Shrine on the shoulders of the devout, in a pilgrimage to the centre of Lucena, where she can be seen by all. ...

Popular procession in honour of San Isidro Labrador in Los Barrios (Cadiz)

The Festival of San Isidro Labrador in Yecla

The festival dates from the 19th century, and today it involves lots of interesting events, such as the Santa Bárbara procession and bonfire, and the choosing of the Queen of the Festival and her six ladies. The biggest day of the festival is when the procession of the floats takes place, and it’s a great time to enjoy the local food and wine. ...

Sant Jordi Medieval Week

Over the course of several days the entire municipality is decorated and suitably attired in a 14th century style. Its towers and walls are decorated with flags of old stately homes and visitors can breathe the atmosphere of the Middle Ages on the streets, as well as watch the many different events throughout the week: talks, parades, theatre ...

Easter Week in Albacete

Easter Week in Albacete is a popular tourist attraction that has become a highlight of inland and religious tourism. This is thanks to the uniqueness of its Holy Week. Discover how to enjoy these festivals with their eye-catching processions featuring beautiful and artistic sculptures. ...