Festivals in Palencia

Baptism of the Child in Palencia

1st January

Palencia (Palencia)

Religious

On the 1st of January, Palencia celebrates the traditional Baptism of the Child, a procession that has become an ancestral custom, with more than five centuries of history, where the amusing pedrea of sweets and candies takes place.

Santo Toribio Festivities in Palencia

From 14th April to 16th April

Palencia (Palencia)

Religious

Celebration with music, gastronomy, sports activities, and fireworks. As a climax, the procession of the Saint to the Cristo chapel, followed by the throwing of bread and cheese to the attendees. An opportunity to enjoy Palencia's culture, tradition, and cuisine.

San Antonio de Padua in Villoldo

From 10th June to 13th June

Villoldo (Palencia)

The patron saint festivities in honour of San Antonio de Padua in Villoldo bring a programme of activities for everyone and anyone who wants to come and have a good time.

Patron Saint Festivities of San Antolin in Palencia

From 24th August to 3rd September

Palencia (Palencia)

Palencia celebrates its main festivities around the figure of its patron saint: San Antolín. To the sound of giants and big-headed figures, the tradition of going down to drink from the well in the crypt of the cathedral is united.

Function of the Shepherds

From 8th October to 9th October

Cervatos de la Cueza (Palencia)

The Feast of the Shepherds is one of the most emblematic gatherings of a whole way of life. The celebration is an act of homage to this united community and brotherhood, which has broken the barriers of time. Celebrated since 1954, Cervatos de la Cueza honours its patron saint on the second weekend of October, the Virgen de los Remedios, with its festival of the 'Shepherds'.

Upcoming festivals

Veladas and Festivities of La Línea de la Concepción

From 14th July to 23rd July

Línea de la Concepción, La (Cádiz)

Enjoy 10 days of a festive atmosphere, the aroma of manzanilla (a type of sherry), and flamenco dresses at any time of the day at the Veladas y Fiestas de La Línea in Cádiz.

The Mystery of Obanos

From 20th July to 27th July

Obanos (Navarra)

In even years, a medieval legend of the Camino de Santiago comes to life, where the town transforms itself to perform an impressive theatrical representation filled with banners, carriages, and medieval costumes. This performance stands out for its quality and its stage in the Plaza de los Fueros. It is an unmissable spectacle that brings together the community of Obanos and delights visitors.

The Dance of the Stilts

From 21st July to 25th July

Anguiano (Rioja, La)

The Dance of the Stilts, is a popular traditional festival, which is celebrated in the town of Anguiano in La Rioja, Spain and which has been declared as an Intangible Cultural Property.

International Contest of Habaneras and Polyphony of Torrevieja

From 24th July to 30th July

Torrevieja (Alicante)

Prestigious choral competition where Habaneras and polyphony come together in a renowned international event. Choirs from around the world compete and celebrate choral music in a unique setting.

Las Minas International Singing Festival

From 27th July to 6th August

Unión, La (Murcia)

Las Minas International Singing Festival

The Festival Internacional del Cante de Las Minas de La Unión, in Murcia, is held at the end of July and beginning of August. It is a festival that showcases the best of flamenco music through galas and competitions.