Cabezudos festivals

Sant Antoni festivities in Barcelona

From 13th January to 23rd January

Barcelona (Barcelona)

Tradition

For Sant Antoni you can enjoy the best of Barcelona's culture at the Festes of Sant Antoni, with giants and big-heads, theatre, dance, concerts and activities for all ages.

Patum de Berga

From 7th June to 11th June

Berga (Barcelona)

Religious

Experience the magic of a traditional festival filled with music, dances, and theatrical performances. Enjoy mystical figures, fire dances, and a unique atmosphere. Immerse yourself in the history of this UNESCO-recognized celebration.

Sitges Major Festivities

From 11th August to 18th August

Sitges (Barcelona)

Vibrant Sitges Major Festival, colorful parades, giants and big-heads, sardana dances, dazzling fireworks, and cultural events. An unforgettable festive experience on the picturesque Catalan coast.

Badalona Major Festivities

From 14th August to 16th August

Badalona (Barcelona)

Tradition

Immerse yourself in the refreshing August Main Festival. With dances, concerts, and deep-rooted traditions like the Ballada de Gegants and the Bany de Bestias. Enjoy the festive atmosphere with fireworks on the beach and reserve your spot for the iconic communal meal.

Virgen de las viñas patron saint festival in Aranda de Duero

From 8th September to 17th September

Aranda de Duero (Burgos)

The cannon shot kicks off the Patron Saint Fiestas of Aranda de Duero, followed in the afternoon by the Pilgrimage of the Virgin. With activities including a magic festival, concerts, orchestras, parades of giants and big-heads...

Festivities in honour of the Santo Cristo and San Vicente Ferrer of Graus

From 12th September to 15th September

Graus (Huesca)

Tradition

These festivities are a festive universe made up of unique events due to the anthropological richness of their traditional rites. Of particular note are the cabezudos, giants, caretas and caballez, the satire of the Mojiganga, the traditional Pllega, or the singing of the Albadas.

La Mercé Festivities

From 23rd September to 26th September

Barcelona (Barcelona)

Tradition

On the weekend around 24 September, the Mercé Festival is held in Barcelona to honour the Virgin of La Merced, patron saint of the city.

Alhama de Murcia Fair

From 5th October to 15th October

Alhama de Murcia (Murcia)

Fair

Festivities in Alhama de Murcia, in honour of its patron saint, the Virgen del Rosario. With activities for all audiences: concerts, exhibitions, dance, gastronomy, attractions.

Sant Narcis Fair in Girona

From 27th October to 5th November

Girona (Gerona)

Fair

The Saint Narcis Fair in Girona is the latest major festival in Catalonia, the city is filled with music, attractions, craft markets, parades, castellers and cultural events, all aimed at providing lots of fun for those attending.

Feast of the Humanitarians in San Martín de Aller

11th November

Aller (Asturias)

Religious

The Asturian bagpipes sound in the streets of Moreda, to announce one of the most typical and iconic popular festivities of autumn in Asturias. On the 11th of November, the Fiesta de los Humanitarios is celebrated in San Martín de Aller.

Upcoming festivals

Medieval Week in Montblanc

From 19th April to 28th April

Montblanc (Tarragona)

Immerse yourself in the medieval era in the beautiful city of Montblanc. Enjoy exciting knight shows and medieval dances, taste delicious delicacies at the craft market, and marvel at the historical monuments.

Seville April Fair

From 23rd April to 29th April

Sevilla (Sevilla)

For a week, the city is transformed into a real party with music, dance and good food. Visitors enjoy the atmosphere, dress up in traditional costumes, taste the typical gastronomy and dance sevillanas all night long. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the magic of the Seville Fair!

The pilgrimage of the Virgin of the Cabeza

From 28th April to 30th April

Andújar (Jaén)

The pilgrimage of the Virgin of the Cabeza

Experience the oldest pilgrimage in Spain during the last weekend of April, in a Mediterranean natural setting. The strong roots of this tradition will not leave you indifferent.

Almansa Major Festivities

From 30th April to 6th May

Almansa (Albacete)

Discover the excitement of the Moors and Christians parades, music, dance, fireworks, and historical battles that will transport you to another time. Not to mention the rich local cuisine. Live a unique experience.

Fiestas of the Holy and Vera Cruz in Caravaca de la Cruz

From 1st May to 5th May

Caravaca de la Cruz (Murcia)

Fiestas of the Holy and Vera Cruz in Caravaca de la Cruz

Experience the excitement of one of the oldest festivals in Spain, the spectacular race of the Wine Horses, the procession of the Vera Cruz, and the battle of Moors and Christians. Don't miss it!