Easter Week in Ocaña

Easter week is one of the most heartfelt and deep-rooted fiestas celebrated in Spain. Its history and tradition go back many centuries, and commemorate the passion and death of Jesus Christ. ...

International Youth Film Festival

The event features filmmakers under 35 years of age, with productions not released in Spain. The festival enjoys Europe-wide prestige in the short films market. It includes film screenings, tributes, retrospectives, round tables, exhibitions and book presentations.

Easter week in Alcañiz

During the Easter week celebrations, the sound of drums can be heard in every corner of these villages in the south of the Aragón Region. On Good Friday, at around 1pm, the procession of the Prégon (announcement) gets underway, with thousands of drummers accompanying religious images through the village streets. ...

Easter week in Alcorisa

During the Easter week celebrations, the sound of drums can be heard in every corner of these villages in the south of the Aragón Region. The most long-awaited moment of the celebration in Alcorisa is the “rompida de la hora” (breaking of the hour), at midnight of Maundy Thursday/Good Friday. ...

Easter week in La Puebla de Híjar

During the Easter week celebrations, the sound of drums can be heard in every corner of these villages in the south of the Aragón Region. The most long-awaited moment of the celebration in La Puebla de Híjar is the “rompida de la hora” (breaking of the hour), at midnight of Maundy Thursday/Good Friday. ...

Pau Casals International Music Festival

This event offers a full programme of concerts, with special emphasis on chamber music, particularly performances by prestigious cellists. Pau Casals was born in 1876 and had a passion for music from childhood. ...

Easter week in Granada

On the night of Holy Wednesday it is the turn of the Cristo de los Gitanos, a spectacular and moving sight thanks to the huge fires lit in the caves and homes of Sacromonte. On Holy Thursday the procession of the Cristo de Silencio takes place, the silence broken only by the sound of the drums. ...

Easter in Barbastro

Easter in Barbastro centres on its processions. These parades take to the town's streets to show the religious images of its churches. The processions recreate different episodes of the Passion and the death of Christ through religious sculptures that are carried through the streets, accompanied by the music of drums and cornets. ...

Murcia Jazz Festival

The event has established itself as a leading musical event in Spain and brings together prominent national and international artists each year. Since its inception, the goal has been to make this musical style accessible to all types of audiences, with a clear commitment to stylistic richness and performance quality. ...

International Mountain Bike Race in Ibiza

The race is divided into three phases on the island and includes the best international bikers, who will take advantage of the good weather on Ibiza, one of the Balearic Islands, to do their best. The intense competitiveness, the spectacle of mountain biking and the beauty of the environment make this competition an outstanding event for MTB fans.

Sailing: Princess Sofía Trophy

Over 1000 boats will gather in Palma for the prestigious event organised by World Sailing. A total of over 1,500 sailors will be taking part, including current Olympic, World and European champions in the 470, RS:X, Laser Standard and Radial, Finn, 49er, Women’s Match Race and Paralympic Sailing categories.

Sailing: Ruta de la Sal Regatta

This is a sailing competition for cruiser yachts. There are three routes on the itinerary. The Northern route goes from Barcelona to the island of Ibiza. The Eastern route goes from Denia to Ibiza, and the Western route from the port of Andratx (Majorca) to the port of Sant Antoni de Portmany (Ibiza). ...

Easter Week in Sahagún

It is renowned for the magnificent figures paraded, but most importantly for the popular procession led by the only Brotherhood of Jesús of Nazareth in the area. One highly anticipated moment is the Sunday before Palm Sunday (known as “Domingo Tortillero” as it was customary to snack on tortillas in the countryside), when the right to carry ...

Fire festivals for the summer solstice in the Pyrenees

The festivals take place around the midsummer solstice, a magical time of year which is marked in the Pyrenees with rituals centred around fire. Depending on the traditions of each village, the participants come down from the highest point carrying flaming home-made torches (fallas), drawing shapes in the air with fire, dancing, or lighting a ...

Night of the Drums (Noche de los tambores)

The drumming of drums begins at midnight on Holy Tuesday in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento in Mula. From that moment on, the drum sets the rhythm and is the beating heart of the city until four in the afternoon on Wednesday. The tradition dates back to the mid-19th century and is a celebration open to anyone who wants to take part. ...

San Diego Comic-Con Málaga

From the United States to Spain. The Andalusian city of Málaga will once again become the international epicentre of comics, fantasy and entertainment. From exclusive presentations of Marvel, DC or Disney series to author signings, themed exhibitions and cosplay contests, where participants dress up as their favourite characters from series, ...

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.

Easter Week in Sagunto

All along this steep path, the Passion of Christ is re-enacted in a massive event during which the sound of drums, prayers and hymns known as “motets” never ceases. On the afternoon of the same day, the multitudinous Holy Burial procession in an atmosphere of religious fervour. ...

Easter in Gandía

Maritime Easter Week in Valencia

The origins of this festivity date back to the 15th century, and Valencia's special relationship with the sea make it a unique adaptation of the typical Easter Week rituals. Over 30 religious brotherhoods and associations, in addition to the municipal authorities, take part in this event. ...

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. ...

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 ...

Seafood Festival

During the celebrations, fish and shellfish go on sale at special prices, prepared and served by local people. The excellent regional produce attracts thousands of people every year, making this event a point of reference, and earning O Grove its nickname of "seafood paradise". ...

Horror and Fantasy Film Festival

The Horror and Fantasy Film Festival features an official section, a short film section and a section on children’s films. Awards are given by the Public, the International Jury and the Young Jury, as well as a nomination for the “Méliès d’Or” prize for Best European Short Fantasy Film of the year. ...

San Sebastián Music Fortnight

This is a classical music season which takes in a broad range of styles and composers. Apart from the Kursaal Centre, other venues include the Principal Theatre, the old churches and Miramar Palace. Opera, classical ballet, symphony concerts and medieval music are some of the styles that are protagonists at the event.

Huelva Ibero-American Film Festival

This is an international event that aims to promote and circulate the different films featured, contributing to the recognition and commercialisation of cinematographic productions from Latin American countries, including those made by Latin American directors in the USA.

International Fair of Countries

Fuengirola is one of the liveliest cities on the Costa del Sol and is home to 127 different nationalities. As a result of this harmony of cultures, the International Fair of Countries was born. ...

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. ...

Bilbao's "Aste Nagusia" (Great Week) Celebrations

Bilbao is the setting for concerts, shows, theatre, fireworks and children's activities at different points in the city, such as Plaza Nueva square, Bizkaia, Unamuno and Encarnación squares, and the Urbitarte and Arenal wharves. The speeches and "chupinazo" (fireworks) to open the celebrations will take place from the Arriaga theatre. ...

Sant Magí

The celebrations include the water parade with its traditional retinue, the spectacular sight of the castells (in which amazing human towers are created), processions, musical performances and exhibitions.

Getxo International Jazz Festival

International performers join young groups at this multicultural event, bringing together a great diversity of musical styles and backgrounds. Apart from the concerts, there is also a Groups Competition which is held in parallel to the festival.

Renaissance Festival

Since 1996, this town in Tarragona has celebrated this unique festival recreating one of the most interesting points in its history: the Renaissance. Over these days, the streets and façades are adorned with tapestries, carpets, torches and banners, while the inhabitants of Tortosa dress in period costumes, with rosettes representing the ...

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. ...

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. ...

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. ...

WOMAD-Festival Cáceres

It has been held in Cáceres since 1992, and is an intercultural event to which admission is free. In addition to musical performances by different bands and soloists, there are other activities such as workshops, street entertainmnt, craft fairs and the fusion of different cultures.