Festival trip guides

El Curpillos is one of Burgos's most beloved festivals, held on the Friday after Corpus Christi, which means the date changes annually. Combining a religious procession and a grand picnic, it draws locals and visitors alike. Here's how to find the official dates and schedule for your visit.

El Curpillos is Burgos' most beloved local festival, blending a solemn religious and military procession at the Monastery of Las Huelgas with a massive picnic in El Parral park. This guide explains the date, the history, the food, and how to join the celebration.

Held on the Saturday after Easter, Murcia's Entierro de la Sardina closes the Spring Festivities with a satirical, fire-lit parade. This guide explains the event's timing, whether you need tickets, what happens during the parade, and practical tips for securing a good viewing spot.

Falles de Dénia transforms the city into an open-air museum every March. The exact dates change yearly, but the structure is steady: from winter events like the Crida to the core days of 17–19 March when monuments are judged and then set alight one by one in the cremà. Learn what happens at each stage, where the eleven commissions plant their fallas, and how to time your visit so you arrive after the Plantà and before the flames. Check the official program for the current edition's dates.

Dénia’s Falles is a UNESCO-listed celebration in March featuring satirical monuments, fireworks, flower offerings, and the dramatic burning of the ninots. This guide explains the key events, the nine commissions, judging criteria, and practical tips for visiting without getting lost in the crowds.

The Feria de Málaga is an annual week-long street party in Málaga, Spain, held every August. It splits into two venues: daytime celebrations in the historic center and a larger nighttime fair at Real del Cortijo de Torres, with casetas, concerts, rides, and flamenco. Free entry to casetas sets it apart from Seville's fair. This guide covers typical timing, what to see at both fairs, how to get there, food, traditions, and practical tips for first-time visitors.

The Feria de Primavera y Fiesta del Vino Fino transforms El Puerto de Santa María each May into a colorful celebration of Andalusian culture. This guide covers typical timing, the Las Banderas fairground, wine and rebujito, caseta etiquette, and practical tips for families and first-timers.

Jerez's Feria del Caballo stands out from Seville's because most of its casetas are open to everyone. Learn the difference between public and private casetas, how invitations work when they are needed, and how to enjoy the fair whether you have a personal contact or not.

Discover how to experience Jerez's Feria del Caballo, a week-long spring festival of horses, flamenco, and sherry. Learn about the public casetas, the daytime horse parade, evening sevillanas, what to wear, and how to get to the fairgrounds in González Hontoria Park.

The Festival de Jerez turns the Andalusian city into a stage for flamenco dance and Spanish dance every late winter and early spring. This guide explains the structure of the program—from baile to cante to guitarra—and covers the main venues, the intensive courses, the free "Off" events, and how tickets and courses are booked in advance.

The Festival de Jerez is more than a series of performances; it's a deep dive into flamenco culture. This guide helps you navigate past lineups and choose which shows to prioritize, whether you're drawn to established stars or emerging talent. From the main stage at Teatro Villamarta to the enriching parallel activities, we'll show you how to craft your own unforgettable festival experience.

Every May 15, Nerja honors San Isidro Labrador with a colorful romería. The day begins with Mass at the Church of El Salvador, followed by a lively procession of decorated floats, horses, and traditional dress from the Balcón de Europa to the Ermita de San Isidro near the Nerja Caves. Expect a festive picnic atmosphere with music and dancing into the night. This guide covers the route, what to expect, and practical tips for joining the celebration.