Festivals in Huelva

Isla Cristina Carnival

From 22nd February to 8th March

Isla Cristina (Huelva)

The Carnival of Isla Cristina is one of the oldest and most important in Spain, and the one that arouses more interest after Cadiz: its floats, dances and costume contests will not leave you indifferent. Festival of Andalusian Tourist Interest.

Calañas Pilgrimage in honor of Our Lady of the Coronada

9th April

Calañas (Huelva)

Discover the moving Calañas Pilgrimage, where faith blends with tradition. Procession, music, and devotion in honor of Our Lady of the Coronada in a natural setting.

Spring Festivals and May Crosses in Almonaster la Real

From 1st May to 28th May

Almonaster la Real (Huelva)

Festivities full of history and tradition: Enjoy music and dancing as you walk through the streets of the village and admire the beauty of the crosses. During the pilgrimage, participate in traditional rituals such as praying for fandangos, the rosary, and the early morning rounds.

The Pilgrimage of El Rocio

From 17th May to 20th May

Almonte (Huelva)

Religious

The pilgrimage of El Rocío in the town of Almonte (Huelva), is a traditional festival that brings together thousands of people each year in a popular religious atmosphere and where the purpose of the festivity is to make the pilgrimage to the sanctuary of the 'Virgen del Rocío'.

Yeguas Round-up in Almonte

26th June

Almonte (Huelva)

Tradition

Come to Almonte and experience this centuries-old tradition, enjoy the beauty of horses and mares in their natural habitat, in the Doñana marshes. A unique livestock event that you shouldn't miss.

Cortelazor La Real National Painting Competition

5th August

Cortelazor (Huelva)

Tradition

In Cortelazor La Real art meets in the street every year, in its National Open Air Painting Competition, open to everyone, with economic prizes and exhibition of works.

Tosantos Fair and Niebla Medieval Fair

From 1st November to 5th November

Niebla (Huelva)

Representation

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.

Fiesta de los Rehiletes in Aracena

From 7th December to 7th December

Aracena (Huelva)

Tradition

Come and enjoy a splendid autumn night in Aracena. Every 7th of December the Fiesta de los Rehiletes is celebrated in Aracena, an ancient tradition with fire and magic, to the sound of the sizzling fireworks.

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.