Athletics: Barcelona Marathon

The route of the race passes some of the most emblematic monuments and locations in this city, such as the Sagrada Familia Church, La Pedrera house, Sant Pau Hospital and the Forum. The start and finish line of this 42.195-kilometre course is in Plaza de España Square.

Guitar BCN

It is an event that attracts guitar professionals of the full range of styles, from classical guitar to jazz and Latin beat. Key figures from the guitar world perform at the various venues prepared for this event.

Bringing down of the Virgin of Los Reyes

The Virgin is accompanied by dancers dressed in traditional red and white costumes, and multicoloured hats, and by the sound of "chácaras" (type of castanets) and drums. Practically the entire island comes to celebrate, with thousands of people gathering. ...

Virgen de Ermitana patron saint's day fiesta

In September, Peñíscola, on the coast of Castellón, commemorates the Virgen de la Ermitana. The most outstanding element of these fiestas are the danses, traditional dances that are the pinnacle of the town’s devotion to its patron saint. These are age-old dances that evoke the village’s warrior and peasant traditions. ...

Apertura Madrid Gallery Weekend

Old Music Week

Every year this event attracts lovers of this genre to the beautiful Roman city of Estella, located at the heart of the Way of Saint James pilgrim’s route. The programme of concerts features top musicians, chamber ensembles and soloists of international prestige specialising in Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque music.

International Sephardi Music Festival

This event was originally known as the Festival of the Spanish Jewish Network, “Sephardic Paths”. It is a meeting point where the public can get a deeper understanding of the different traditions of Sepchardic culture. Concerts of the musical genre by Spanish and international artists alternate with talks and conferences about this people. ...

Hay Festival Segovia

Readings, talks and debates about books and literature will take place over four days in various venues around the city. The Hay Festival is also expanding its programming by offering exhibitions, concerts, film screenings and other cultural activities, making it a true festival of the arts.

Cycling: Tour of Spain

Participants in the event cover more than 3,200 kilometres divided into 21 stages - flat, against the clock, and mid- and high-mountain. The Tour of Spain passes through a host of towns around the country to finish in Madrid, on a city circuit between Paseo de la Castellana Avenue and Plaza de Cibeles Square. ...

Deià International Music Festival

The programme for this prestigious event takes in a broad array of concerts, with many soloists, groups and composers, from both Spain and overseas. The shows take place at different venues in Deià and Valldemossa, such as: the old estate of Archduke Louis of Hapsburg, Miramar Monastery and Deià Church.

The ceremony of Las Cabezadas

According to the Chronicon Mundi by Lucas de Tuy, in 1158 Saint Isidore caused it to rain over León. In gratitude, the city, represented by its Town Hall, every year convenes at the Basilica of San Isidoro to light one smaller and two large candles. In the cloister the Chapter accepts the gift, but makes it clear that this gift is compulsory. ...

Madrid Book Fair

The first edition was held in 1933. Today, more than 350 booths that gather in the Paseo de Coches in Madrid's Retiro Park not only offer the public the opportunity to learn about the latest literary novelties, but also to greet their favorite writer. ...

Transvulcania - Trekking and mountain ultramarathon

Transvulcania is composed of 73 kilometres of trek and a total difference in level of 8,400 metres. What's more, practically the whole circuit is on routes that are signposted according to the international standards of the European Ramblers Association. ...

Lamprey Festival

Over several days there are tastings of dishes made with lampreys. Bagpipe music plays through the streets and the municipal band also performs. Lampreys are cylindrically shaped, scale-free fish that reproduce in rivers, grow in the sea and then return to river environments. ...

Battle of the flowers

This event offers the perfect excuse to discover Cordoba at its most festive, and features a procession of numerous carts and wagons through the historic centre of the town, from which women, in traditional flamenco dress, throw petals and flowers to the spectators. This parade marks the start of a period of celebrations.

Triathlon: Ironman Lanzarote Canary Islands

Athletes from all over the world come to the Canary Islands to take part in this race, involving a 3.8-kilometre swim, 180 kilometres by bike and a 42-kilometre run. Furthermore, this competition also decides 60 places for the Ironman World Championship.

International Festival of the Celtic World

Since it began in 1978, it has been steadily growing in prestige to become one of the most important events of the summer. As well as Celtic music, you can also hear other folk and traditional music styles on the various stages. ...

Moors and Christians festival in honour of San Jorge

The Moor and Christian fiestas in honour of San Jorge Mártir are staged in Banyeres de Mariola from 22-25 April each year. Another celebration takes place the first weekend of September with the fiestas of Moors and Christians in honour of the Relic of San Jorge. ...

Vitoria-Gasteiz Marathon Martín Fiz

There’ll be a half marathon (21 km), a quarter marathon (10 km), plus a marathon for kids. Around 5,000 people will be taking part in this exciting event that will end with an arrival at the finishing line in the city centre, watched by an enthusiastic public more than ready to cheer them all on. ...

Open House Visit the Bank of Spain

With a 90-minute guided tour, you can explore the most iconic architectural spaces of at Cibeles, inaugurated in 1891 and regarded as a landmark of eclectic architecture. ...

Unreleased Film Festival

The festival’s official programme is combined with parallel festival on social cinema, and another on films by young creators and works by film-makers from Extremadura. ...

Jean Bouin International Athletics Event

The Jean Bouin race has been held in the streets of Barcelona since 1920 and has had the international category since 1946. It features participation by many of the world’s best distance runners and has different categories so that all sports enthusiasts can take part.

Wicked, the musical

The play focuses on the untold story of the Witches of Oz, before the arrival of Dorothy. Beyond the visual aspect, this musical invites us to reflect on acceptance, the struggle for justice and identity. All this is accompanied by a wonderful soundtrack that includes songs such as “Defying Gravity” and “Popular”. ...

ZINEBI. International Festival of Documentary and Short Film

Screenings of the official selection take place in three categories (documentary, fiction and animation), and are held in the Arriaga Theatre, official venue for the event; the festival programme is completed by a series of parallel sections. ...

Motorcycle sport: Autonomous Region of Valencia Grand Prix

On the first two days you can see both training sessions and classifying stages in the different categories: 125cc, Moto2 and Moto GP – to decide the starting grid for Sunday’s competition. The Ricardo Tormo circuit has been designed according to American characteristics, allowing full visibility of the circuit to all spectators.

Valencia Cuina Oberta - Restaurant Week

This initiative features the participation of Valencia’s best-known restaurants and is designed to make the best gastronomy accessible to a wide and varied public. Top chefs will prepare a special menu entitled “Cuina Oberta" (Open Cuisine) which will be available at very reasonable prices. ...

Cartagena International Film Festival

The festival was initially centred on productions with the sea as the main protagonist, but since 2005 has featured all types of productions, although with particular attention to new film-makers and national talent. It is divided into several sections including feature films, short films, animated stories and productions from the Region of Murcia.

The magic of autumn in the Ambroz Valley

The festival includes the chance to sample typical dishes, mushroom collecting courses, guided visits to the most spectacular sights in the area, theatre, humour, magic, concerts, traditional games, exhibitions, bike routes, a mountain race, a photography competition and the Cattle Migration Festival, among other activities. ...

Muestra de Cine de Lanzarote Film Festival

Since its first edition in 2011, distinguished professionals such as Víctor Erice, Basilio Martín Patino, Rita Azevedo, Federica di Giacomo, Oliver Laxe, Nelson Carlo de los Santos, Thomas Mauch and Eva Valiño have presented their films, given courses and debated the state of contemporary cinema. ...

Tolosa International Puppet Festival. Titirijai

An event that attracts professional puppeteers, it provides a showcase for young and adult audiences to enjoy a wide range of performances: stories based on classic texts combined with colourful, modern and innovative dramatisations. Spanish and international companies stage their shows at various venues around the town.

Equestrian sports: Madrid Horse Week

Madrid Horse Week features world-level showjumping, vaulting, and reining competitions. The Salón del Caballo also presents a continuous programme of shows and exhibitions, with games, sessions on horse healthcare, and other activities.

Jazz Tardor. Lleida International Jazz Festival

The event has a varied programme, combining great names of the moment with up-and-coming figures in the world of jazz. Concerts are held on different stages around the city, making Lleida a point of reference for jazz lovers, as well as for promoters and professionals in this musical genre.

Barcelona Jewish Film Festival

The event came into being to support and promote Jewish culture, so closely linked with Spain’s history. This is one of the most prestigious festivals in Europe devoted to Jewish topics. A wide variety of audiovisual works, shorts, documentaries and feature films are presented at the festival, encompassing the broadest field of genres and trends.

Madrid Jazz Festival

A busy schedule of concerts is planned for the festival, with classic jazz, state-of-the-art, swing and blues performances filling the agenda. Other activities have also been planned for the event, including film screenings, special activities for children and round tables, all centred around the world of jazz.

Autumn Festival

Theatre and dance performances, shows, concerts and other activities related to performing arts are staged in a range of venues around the capital and in various towns and villages throughout the region.

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.