Festivals in Guipúzcoa

San Sebastian Tamborrada

From 20th January to 20th January

Donostia-San Sebastián (Guipúzcoa)

Tradition

On the 20th of January, for San Sebastian, the tamborradas (drummers) go through the streets of Donosti playing the marches of the maestro Sarriegi, a spectacle of colour and sound!

Irún Carnival

From 27th February to 5th March

Irun (Guipúzcoa)

The Irun Carnival is celebrated with the best music, dance and fun. The streets are filled with people to see the comparsas and share the good vibes and the illusion of the party. The giants and big-heads are also present.

Popular dishes of thouse festivals

Marmitako

(País Vasco)

Primeros platos

Basque stew with tuna, potatoes, peppers, and tomatoes. Rustic and comforting flavor. Simplicity and quality of fresh ingredients.

Where to eat the best marmitako?

Restaurante Xanti (Región: País Vasco)

Paseo de Anoeta, 30. San Sebastián (Guipúzcoa)

Txinparta Sagardotegia (Región: País Vasco)

C. Illarra Berri Kalea, 2. 20018. San Sebastian (Guipúzcoa)

More restaurants where you can eat marmitako

Upcoming festivals

Festivities of San Martin in Xerta

From 10th November to 13th November

Xerta (Tarragona)

A combination of history, folklore and modernity await you at the Fiestas de San Martin in Xerta. the Fiestas de San Martin in Xerta, where you will enjoy fun, music and entertainment in abundance.

The Orujo Festival

From 11th November to 13th November

Potes (Cantabria)

The Orujo Festival is a popular tradition that takes place in Potes, Cantrabria on the second weekend of November and where one of the oldest and most popular liquors in this region of Spain is tasted.

Benidorm Major Festivities

From 11th November to 15th November

Benidorm (Alicante)

From the second Saturday in November until the following Wednesday, Benidorm's Fiestas Mayores are held, with fireworks displays, musical performances, parades and processions.

Festivities of San Clemente in Lorca

From 11th November to 23rd November

Lorca (Murcia)

The Fiestas of San Clemente in Lorca last approximately 10 days and culminate on 23 November, the day of San Clemente, a time to enjoy a medieval atmosphere, in keeping with the time when the Christians recovered the city.

Festivities of San Martín in La Zarza

From 11th November to 13th November

Zarza, La (Badajoz)

On 11th November you have an appointment in Badajoz to celebrate a popular festival that exalts the local identity of La Zarza. The San Martin festivities are held in La Zarza.