Festivals in Spain

Festivals

Season or date: Week before Easter

The largest Catholic religious event with nationwide processions

Season or date: Early July

A spirited festival in Pamplona featuring the running of the bulls

Season or date: Mid-March

Valencia's fire festival burning giant papier-mâché figures

Season or date: Last Wednesday of August

The world's largest tomato-throwing battle in Buñol

Season or date: Two weeks after Easter

Seville's spring festival showcasing traditional costumes and flamenco

Season or date: Pentecost

Pilgrimage from across Andalusia to the Virgin of El Rocío

Season or date: Before Lent

A cheerful carnival featuring costumes and satirical songs

Season or date: July 25

Special Mass held on the pilgrimage route honoring the relics of St. James

Season or date: October–November

Classical music festival featuring world-renowned orchestras

Season or date: December 25 / January 6

Major winter event with family gatherings and gifts for children