Festivals in Guadalajara

Festivities of the Cristo de la Expiración

From 3rd May to 5th May

Cabanillas del Campo (Guadalajara)

The Procession of the Cristo de la Expiración is the centrepiece of this festival. Three days of festivities with parades, concerts and a full line-up of shows and performances.

Caballada of Atenzia

31st May

Atienza (Guadalajara)

Historical

The Caballada of Atienza, is an ancient tradition that takes place in Atienza where every year, on the last Sunday of Pentecost, a pilgrimage is made to the chapel of 'La Señora de La Estrella'.

Villa Privilege Day

3rd June

Arbancón (Guadalajara)

A Day that has its origins in the renewal of the title of Villa granted to this town in 1721 by King Felipe V, and by which Arbancón was freed from the dominion of the land of the Duchy of Medinaceli.

Cows in the Henares

From 11th June to 11th June

Espinosa de Henares (Guadalajara)

A festival that takes place on the banks of the river henares, a stew is prepared for all the participants to enjoy. In the evening, cows are released into the river for the enjoyment of all the people.

Ducal Festival of Pastrana

From 14th July to 16th July

Pastrana (Guadalajara)

Representation

Immerse yourself in the charm of the Ducal Festival of Pastrana, where history comes to life with parades, theater, music, and medieval reenactments. Discover the essence of Spanish nobility from the 16th century in an unforgettable cultural event.

Patron Saint Festivities in Honour of the Virgins of El Espinar and El Tremedal

From 15th September to 18th September

Alcocer (Guadalajara)

Amongst the festive events of music, street parties and parades of peñas, the procession of the Virgen del Espinar, from her sanctuary to the Cathedral of the Alcarria under a sky of fireworks, stands out.

Upcoming festivals

Tosantos Fair and Niebla Medieval Fair

From 1st November to 5th November

Niebla (Huelva)

Close to All Saints' Day, the Niebla Tosantos Fair and Feria Franca Medieval is held, a magical experience of medieval times not to be missed.

The All Saints' Fair of Cocentaina

From 1st November to 5th November

Cocentaina (Alicante)

A celebration featuring a medieval market, cultural activities, and a rich gastronomic tradition. Discover the second oldest fair in Spain and be captivated by its historical charm.

Chestnut Festival in Pujerra

From 3rd November to 5th November

Pujerra (Málaga)

Dance and enjoy the music at the Chestnut Festival in Pujerra while tasting the dishes made with chestnuts, you won't believe how tasty they are!

Festivities of the Virgen de la Almudena in Madrid

From 5th November to 9th November

Madrid (Madrid)

Festivities of the Virgen de la Almudena in Madrid

Madrid honours its patron saint, the Virgen de la Almudena, with processions, floral offerings and classical music concerts, not forgetting the typical dessert of these festivities known as the Corona de la Almudena.

Popular Toast Festival of Ojén

5th November

Ojén (Málaga)

Taste the best chestnuts, bacon and sausages, and enjoy activities and folk music. With the award of Fiesta de Singularidad Turística Provincial. It celebrates the tradition of roasting chestnuts, accompanied by brandy and traditional pitanzas. Since 1992.