Festival trip guides

Nerja's Holy Week processions run from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, with major processions on Holy Monday, Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday. Since dates vary each year, learn how to determine them and where to find the latest schedule.

Semana Santa in Nerja is an intimate coastal celebration distinct from the grand events in Málaga. In 2026, Holy Week runs from March 29 (Palm Sunday) to April 5 (Easter Sunday). This guide breaks down the key processions, brotherhoods, routes, and the best spots to watch from, including the Balcón de Europa and El Salvador Church.

Each year on the eve of Sant Joan, Palma de Mallorca transforms for the Nit de Foc, a night of bonfires, fire runs, and concerts. This guide explains where to watch, the festival's pagan origins, safety tips, and how to enjoy the beach bonfires at Playa de Palma.

Noche en Blanco is Madrid’s all-night culture festival when museums, galleries, and cultural spaces stay open until dawn. This guide covers how to find current dates, plan a route, use the metro, and pace yourself with food and rest stops.

Discover Día de América en Asturias, a colorful parade in Oviedo held annually on September 19 as part of the San Mateo festivities. Learn about its history, highlights like the 'haigas' cars and folk groups, and practical tips for attending this Festival of National Tourist Interest.

Oviedo hosts a rich calendar of festivals year-round. From Semana Santa processions in spring to the grand San Mateo celebrations in September and the gastronomic El Desarme in October, each season brings its own traditions. This practical guide helps you time your visit to match Oviedo's cultural highlights.

Oviedo's San Mateo festival in late September fills the city with concerts, parades, and traditions like Bollo Day. Learn what to expect and how to plan transport, dining, and visits to key events like the Day of America parade and Fireworks Night.

Semana Santa in Oviedo offers a quieter, more intimate contrast to the grand celebrations of southern Spain. From Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, daily processions wind through the old town around the Catedral de San Salvador. Learn about the medieval tradition of The Students brotherhood, the haunting bagpipe music, and practical tips for attending these free events.

The Romería de San Benito Abad is one of the most emblematic pilgrimages in the Canary Islands, held annually in La Laguna, Tenerife. This guide explains when it takes place, what to expect during the procession and traditional activities, and how to plan your visit.

Discover the Salzillo procession in Murcia, where the masterpieces of Francisco Salzillo leave the Salzillo Museum on Good Friday morning. Discover the history, artistry, and practical tips for attending this highlight of Semana Santa.

Each February, Granada honors its patron saint San Cecilio with a festival that culminates in a lively pilgrimage to Sacromonte Abbey. Expect religious ceremonies, traditional food, and folk music. This guide explains the history, key events, and practical ways to reach the abbey.

Madrid honors its patron saint San Isidro around May 15 with a week of free concerts, open-air dances, religious acts, and traditional snacks. The festival takes over the Pradera de San Isidro, Las Vistillas, and Plaza Mayor, where locals dress as chulapos and dance the chotis. This guide covers the key dates, locations, events, and practical tips for joining the city's biggest popular celebration.