The Ultimate Guide to Spain's Festivals and Fiestas
Welcome to the Spanaly Festivals Hub. Spain is a nation defined by its vibrant calendar of **fiestas** and cultural celebrations. This guide organizes our definitive articles on every major Spanish festival, from the adrenaline-fueled **Running of the Bulls** to the solemn beauty of **Semana Santa**, ensuring you can plan your visit around the most incredible cultural events Spain has to offer.
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📅 2. Festival Seasonal Calendar (When to Visit)
Match your travel dates to Spain's biggest fiestas using this quick seasonal guide:
- ❄️ WINTER (Jan-Mar) Cádiz Carnival, Sitges Carnival, Las Luminarias (Avila)
- 🌸 SPRING (Apr-May) Semana Santa, Feria de Abril, Patios de Córdoba, Sant Jordi (Barcelona)
- ☀️ SUMMER (Jun-Aug) San Fermín, La Tomatina, Feria de Málaga, San Juan
- 🍂 AUTUMN (Sep-Dec) La Mercè, Fiestas del Pilar, Moros y Cristianos (Alcoy)
🔥 1. The Hottest Festivals in Spain (Most Popular)
These globally recognized events are high-energy, unique, and often require planning far in advance. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!
La Tomatina: Spain’s Famous Tomato Fight in Buñol
San Fermín Festival (Pamplona)
Las Fallas Festival: Valencia on Fire
Carnival in Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Spain’s Spectacle
🎭 3. Carnivals & Coastal Celebrations
Spain's coastal cities host some of the wildest and most colorful festivals, combining music, satire, and hedonistic energy.
Carnival of Cádiz – Spain’s Most Theatrical Carnival
Sitges Carnival: Spain’s Coastal Celebration
Feria de Málaga: Spain’s Vibrant Summer Festival
Fiestas de San Juan – Spain’s Night of Fire
Las Luminarias Festival in Ávila: Spain’s Night of Fire & Horses
🎶 4. Music, Dance, and Art Festivals
Celebrate Spain's contribution to the arts, from traditional Flamenco to world-class jazz and contemporary music events.
Bienal de Flamenco Seville: Full Festival Guide & Tips
Primavera Sound Barcelona: The Ultimate Festival Guide
Festa de Sant Jordi in Barcelona: Books & Roses
San Sebastián Jazz Festival – Spain’s Music Extravaganza
Granada International Music & Dance Festival
Veranos de la Villa: Madrid Summer Nights
⛪ 5. Traditional & Historical Events
Explore Spain's deep-rooted customs, religious devotion, and local heritage in these city and town-specific celebrations.
Tamborrada de San Sebastián – The Ultimate Festival Guide
Semana Santa: Spain’s Holy Week of Passion and Tradition
La Feria de Abril – Seville’s Iconic Spring Fair
Moros y Cristianos in Alcoy – History & Epic Battles
San Isidro Festival Madrid
La Mercè: Barcelona’s Grand Celebration of Culture
Moros y Cristianos of Alicante: Spain’s Living History
Patios de Córdoba: A Blooming Andalusian Tradition
Fiestas del Pilar (Zaragoza): Spain’s Iconic Festival Guide
Festa Major de Gràcia – Barcelona’s Colorful Festival
🍷 6. Food & Wine Celebrations
These festivals focus on Spain's culinary and viticultural excellence, including the world-famous wine region of La Rioja.
Haro Wine Battle – La Rioja’s Wildest Celebration of Wine
Fiesta de la Vendimia – La Rioja
Paella & Tapas Cooking Festival in Barcelona 2025