Upcoming popular festivals

Las Minas International Singing Festival

From 27th July to 6th August

Unión, La (Murcia)

Las Minas International Singing Festival

The Festival Internacional del Cante de Las Minas de La Unión, in Murcia, is held at the end of July and beginning of August. It is a festival that showcases the best of flamenco music through galas and competitions.

Falces Garlic Day

From 29th July to 30th July

Falces (Navarra)

El Ajo Rojo de Falces has its own festival in July, with tastings, a craft market and brass bands, historical visits and many activities for all audiences.

The Viking Pilgrimage of Catoira

2nd August

Catoira (Pontevedra)

The Viking Pilgrimage of Catoira, is a traditional festival considered one of the most striking and spectacular in all of Galicia: fighting, costumes, crafts and lots of laughs.

Festival of the Rama in Agaete

4th August

Agaete (Palmas (Las))

In Agaete (Gran Canaria) we have a very cheerful, lively and colorful festival that is celebrated every August 4th, in honor of the Virgin of Las Nieves. It is the Fiesta de la Rama.

New Year's Eve in August in Bérchules

6th August

Bérchules (Granada)

In the town of Bérchules in Granada, New Year's Eve is celebrated in August! We invite you to discover this popular festivity that breaks the traditional schemes: New Year's Eve in August in Bérchules.

Sanlúcar de Barrameda Horse Races

From 9th August to 11th August

Sanlúcar de Barrameda (Cádiz)

The Sanlúcar Horse Races take place on the beach during the month of August and is one of the oldest equestrian races in Europe. A unique event.

Patron Saint Festivities of San Roque and Encierros (Running of the Bulls) in Blanca

From 11th August to 15th August

Blanca (Murcia)

Patron Saint Festivities of San Roque and Encierros (Running of the Bulls) in Blanca

Festivities dedicated to the patron saint, San Roque. Exciting and ancient encierros, vibrant traditions that will captivate you. An explosion of joy and adrenaline that you can't miss.

Pilgrimage of Our Lady of the Mountain

From 11th August to 13th August

Cazalla de la Sierra (Sevilla)

Devotion and joy in Sierra Morena. Pilgrimage to the Sanctuary, moving mass, and procession with the Virgin. Pilgrims sing and dance along the way, and the celebration culminates with a parade through the streets to the Parish Church. A deeply rooted tradition since 1635.

The Devil's Escape

13th August

Valverde de Leganés (Badajoz)

Valverde de Leganés celebrates the Fuga de la Diabla in August, where the forces of good confront the devils in a battle that takes place in the streets of the town, in an unprecedented spectacle of fire and light.

Running of the bulls of Pilón in Falces

From 13th August to 20th August

Falces (Navarra)

In August, the Encierro del Pilón de Falces takes place, a bullfighting festival in which young people run in front of the bulls along a dangerous path on the edge of the cliff.

Patron saint festivals in La Alberca, Diagosto and La Loa

From 14th August to 18th August

Alberca, La (Salamanca)

Patron saint festivals in La Alberca, Diagosto and La Loa

Vibrantes Fiestas Patronales: vive el mágico 'Diagosto' en honor a la Virgen de la Asunción y sumérgete en la ancestral 'Loa', un impresionante auto sacramental que destaca el triunfo del bien sobre el mal. Una experiencia única en un pueblo encantador.

Xativa Fair

From 15th August to 20th August

Xàtiva (Valencia)

Centennial celebration with a variety of cultural activities, concerts, contests, and bullfighting festivities. Highlighting the 'Canto de Albaes' and 'Festival de la Cançó', an attractive event that attracts locals and tourists every August.

The Mystery of Obanos

From 20th July to 27th July

Obanos (Navarra)

Representation

In even years, a medieval legend of the Camino de Santiago comes to life, where the town transforms itself to perform an impressive theatrical representation filled with banners, carriages, and medieval costumes. This performance stands out for its quality and its stage in the Plaza de los Fueros. It is an unmissable spectacle that brings together the community of Obanos and delights visitors.

International Contest of Habaneras and Polyphony of Torrevieja

From 24th July to 30th July

Torrevieja (Alicante)

Folklore

Prestigious choral competition where Habaneras and polyphony come together in a renowned international event. Choirs from around the world compete and celebrate choral music in a unique setting.

Flamenco Cork Festival of Genal Valley

29th July

Gaucín (Málaga)

Folklore

Discover the Flamenco Cork Festival of Genal Valley. It was born as a Flamenco Verbena at the Castle of Águila in '97. Since then, this event is celebrated every year with renowned flamenco artists, along with the magical cork oak uncorking.

Festes de Gràcia in Barcelona

From 15th August to 21st August

Barcelona (Barcelona)

Tradition

The Festes de Gràcia are celebrated with their identity sign more alive than ever, more than 23 streets are decorated to celebrate with locals and visitors one of the most colourful festivals in the city of Barcelona.

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