Festivals in Coruña

A Coruña Carnival

From 27th February to 5th March

Coruña, A (Coruña)

Prepare your best costume to celebrate the Carnival of La Coruña, enjoy the comparsas, fun and debauchery of a special carnival that also has cultural activities, screenings and workshops for all audiences.

Arzúa Cheese Festival

From 1st March to 3rd March

Arzúa (Coruña)

Gastronomic

The Arzúa Cheese Festival celebrates the cheese-making tradition of the region and offers a unique gastronomic experience. It's an opportunity to taste the delicious Arzúa-Ulloa cheese and other local products, enjoy traditional music and dances, and get to know Galician culture in a festive and welcoming atmosphere.

The Night of the Pepitas

From 18th March to 18th March

Ferrol (Coruña)

Tradition

Experience a unique and beloved tradition in Ferrol's Fiesta de las Pepitas! Join the men in capes and hats as they roam the streets, singing and playing music with traditional instruments, and offer pepitas to women in exchange for food and drink. A must-see event attracting thousands of visitors each year!

Bonfires of San Juan in La Coruña

23rd June

Coruña, A (Coruña)

Tradition

Come to know and enjoy a warm festival with bonfires, sardines and music, the best combination! This is the Bonfires of San Juan de La Coruña in Galicia, Spain.

International Festival of Ortigueira

From 9th July to 16th July

Ortigueira (Coruña)

Folklore

Known internationally, it attracts crowds with its seaside stage, concerts by renowned artists, and vibrant festive atmosphere. An unforgettable experience on the magical Galician coast.

Apostle's Festivities in Santiago de Compostela

From 20th July to 31st July

Santiago de Compostela (Coruña)

Fair

A historical celebration filled with music, color, and devotion in honor of Santiago. Floral offering, processions, concerts, fireworks, and more. A unique experience in Galicia. #ApostlesFestivities.

Betanzos Omelette Week

From 30th September to 9th October

Betanzos (Coruña)

For a week you can taste the omelettes of Betanzos and participate by judging the one you like the most as a popular jury.

Upcoming festivals

Grape Harvest Festival

From 3rd September to 18th September

Jerez de la Frontera (Cádiz)

We invite you to discover the Fiesta de la Vendimia in Jerez de la Frontera, a very popular festival in Andalusia in which activities related to wine take place.

Festivities of the Santísimo Cristo de la Vera Cruz in Cózar

From 13th September to 18th September

Cózar (Ciudad Real)

Patron saint festivities that bring together several ancestral traditions that you have to discover, such as El Toro de Fuego (The Bull of Fire), foot-tackle carts, and Las Tacillas, a unique game of chance that has been passed down from generation to generation since the 14th century.

San Mateo Festivities in Oviedo

From 15th September to 24th September

Oviedo (Asturias)

Marking the beginning of the academic year, its program stands out for concerts, opera at the Campoamor Theater, and children's activities at the Campo de San Francisco, with traditions like the pilgrimage and the 'bollo preñado' meal. Don't miss out on the nightlife in the old town and the fireworks at the Winter Park.

Carthaginians and Romans in Cartagena

From 16th September to 25th September

Cartagena (Murcia)

In the second half of September, the festival of Carthaginians and Romans is celebrated in Cartagena, considered the great Mediterranean festival where historical events that took place in the city are commemorated.

Moors and Christians Festivities in Ibi

From 16th September to 18th September

Ibi (Alicante)

The Moors and Christians festival in Ibi is held in honour of the Virgen de los Desamparados and consists of the representation of the confrontation between the Moorish troops and the Christians.