Festivals in Vizcaya

Bilbao Carnival

From 27th February to 5th March

Bilbao (Vizcaya)

The Carnival of Bilbao begins with the trial of Farolín and Zarambolas, and ends with the burial of the sardine. In between, 6 days of parades, costumes, concerts and activities for children.

San Fausto festivities in Durango

From 12th October to 22nd October

Durango (Vizcaya)

The chupinazo marks the beginning of Durango's patron saint festivities, always with a great line-up of concerts. These festivities are very cultural, with dance, theatre and circus performances for the youngest...

Upcoming festivals

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.

Falces Garlic Day

From 29th July to 30th July

Falces (Navarra)

El Ajo Rojo de Falces has its own festival in July, with tastings, a craft market and brass bands, historical visits and many activities for all audiences.

Flamenco Cork Festival of Genal Valley

29th July

Gaucín (Málaga)

Discover the Flamenco Cork Festival of Genal Valley. It was born as a Flamenco Verbena at the Castle of Águila in '97. Since then, this event is celebrated every year with renowned flamenco artists, along with the magical cork oak uncorking.

The Viking Pilgrimage of Catoira

2nd August

Catoira (Pontevedra)

The Viking Pilgrimage of Catoira, is a traditional festival considered one of the most striking and spectacular in all of Galicia: fighting, costumes, crafts and lots of laughs.