Cavalcade festivals

Three Kings Parade in Santillana del Mar

5th January

Santillana del Mar (Cantabria)

Representation

Every 5th January you can enjoy the Three Kings Parade in Santillana del Mar, an experience where all those attending will witness an authentic journey into the past.

The Three Wise Men Parade in Alcoy

5th January

Alcoy/Alcoi (Alicante)

Representation

The Three Kings Parade in Alcoy is one of the oldest in the country, and one of the most special. In this parade the royal pages go up to the balconies to leave the presents, a real spectacle!

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival

From 15th February to 10th March

Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las (Palmas (Las))

Carnival

The Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one of the oldest and most renowned festivals, the streets are dressed up for the party, with lots of colour, music and joy in every corner.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

From 23rd February to 5th March

Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Sta. Cruz de Tenerife)

Carnival

The most Brazilian Carnival in Spain is that of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, 15 days of joy, dance, fun and fun. The highlight: the fancy dress costumes at the Gala for the Election of the Queen of the Festivities.

Spring Festival of Murcia

From 9th April to 16th April

Murcia (Murcia)

Tradition

Join the celebration of the arrival of spring and immerse yourself in Murcian culture. A week where you will experience the joy of the Bando de la Huerta, the excitement of the Entierro de la Sardina, the devotion of the Romería, and many other activities. Don't miss it!

San Isidro Festival in Yecla

From 10th May to 19th May

Yecla (Murcia)

Tradition

Come to Yecla and enjoy the festivities of San Isidro Labrador. Processions, selection of the Queen and Ladies, float parades, music, and the best cuisine await you in this celebration dedicated to the patron saint of farmers.

Upcoming festivals

Sanlúcar de Barrameda Horse Races

From 9th August to 11th August

Sanlúcar de Barrameda (Cádiz)

The Sanlúcar Horse Races take place on the beach during the month of August and is one of the oldest equestrian races in Europe. A unique event.

Patron Saint Festivities of San Roque and Encierros (Running of the Bulls) in Blanca

From 11th August to 15th August

Blanca (Murcia)

Patron Saint Festivities of San Roque and Encierros (Running of the Bulls) in Blanca

Festivities dedicated to the patron saint, San Roque. Exciting and ancient encierros, vibrant traditions that will captivate you. An explosion of joy and adrenaline that you can't miss.

Pilgrimage of Our Lady of the Mountain

From 11th August to 13th August

Cazalla de la Sierra (Sevilla)

Devotion and joy in Sierra Morena. Pilgrimage to the Sanctuary, moving mass, and procession with the Virgin. Pilgrims sing and dance along the way, and the celebration culminates with a parade through the streets to the Parish Church. A deeply rooted tradition since 1635.

The Devil's Escape

13th August

Valverde de Leganés (Badajoz)

Valverde de Leganés celebrates the Fuga de la Diabla in August, where the forces of good confront the devils in a battle that takes place in the streets of the town, in an unprecedented spectacle of fire and light.

Running of the bulls of Pilón in Falces

From 13th August to 20th August

Falces (Navarra)

In August, the Encierro del Pilón de Falces takes place, a bullfighting festival in which young people run in front of the bulls along a dangerous path on the edge of the cliff.