Festivals in Baleares

The Bujots Massacre

The Bujots Massacre

9th April
Ciutadella de Menorca (Baleares)
Tradition
Discover a unique traditional Menorcan festival, where straw dolls representing well-known figures are shot down with blank-firing shotguns. A one-of-a-kind festival in the world celebrated in Ciutadella on Easter Sunday. Don't miss it!
Sant Pere festivities in Borles

Sant Pere festivities in Borles

From 23rd June to 29th June
Esporles (Baleares)
Festival celebrating the patron saint Sant Pere consisting of a week of activities and open-air dances. The traditional dance of La Filadora on 29th June stands out.

St. John and St. Peter in Mahón

From 23rd June to 2nd July
Maó (Baleares)
In St. John, 'festers' and bonfires are celebrated, while in St. Peter, the port of Mahón takes the spotlight. Enjoy traditional rituals, live music, parades, fireworks, and a festive atmosphere welcoming the summer.

Virgin of Carmen in Mahón

15th July
Maó (Baleares)
Enjoy the festivity of the Virgin of Carmen in Mahón with the moving boat procession, music concerts, and the charming atmosphere of the port. A maritime celebration full of tradition and devotion.

Sant Llorenç Festival in Alaior

From 12th August to 15th August
Alaior (Baleares)
In Alaior they celebrate the festivities in honor of San Lorenzo, among its various events include the Jaleos and the parade of floats.

Festes del rei En Jaume

From 29th August to 11th September
Calvià (Baleares)
Representation
Many years have passed since 1229 and the bay of Santa Ponça, which saw the arrival of the Christian ships, welcomes the first fortnight of September, our festival, the joy of many Calvianeros, Mallorcans and visitors who come to relive this historic event in a collective and participative celebration.

Dijous Bo

14th November
Inca (Baleares)
Market
A centuries-old celebration that combines tradition and fun. Originally a rural market, it is now a lively celebration with markets, games, and concerts. Its origin dates back to the 19th century and it is an emblematic event of the island.

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Festes de Gràcia in Barcelona

From 15th August to 21st August
Barcelona (Barcelona)
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.

The Boloencierro of Mataelpino

From 18th August to 24th August
Boalo, El (Madrid)
The Boloencierro of Mataelpino
We invite you to get to know this popular festival, considered the most fun running of the bulls in the world! The Boloencierro of Mataelpino is celebrated in the last week of August.

Gijón Natural Cider Festival

From 19th August to 27th August
Gijón (Asturias)
The Festival that brings the summer to an exciting close with urban art, cider pouring courses, tastings, a world record for simultaneous pouring and a festive atmosphere that permeates the city. Immerse yourself in Asturian cider culture in a unique event.

The Battle of Flowers in Laredo

26th August
Laredo (Cantabria)
The Battle of Flowers in Laredo
On the last Friday in August, Laredo celebrates the Battle of Flowers, a festival where floats decorated with flowers compete to be the most colourful and best decorated, and music takes over the streets.

Cipotegato

27th August
Tarazona (Zaragoza)
Cipotegato
The Cipotegato is a traditional festival that pays homage to San Atilano and where the main characteris a very colorful harlequin, who with his magical presence will make that particular event a unique moment, very difficult to forget.

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The San Fermines

From 6th July to 14th July
Pamplona/Iruña (Navarra)
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