Fiestas & events
What is actually happening, and when
Andalucía has a fiesta somewhere most weeks of the year. These are the ones worth planning a trip around — with the dates, not just the folklore.
Happening right now
The next 30 days
Expected 25–29 September 2026ExpectedFeria de San Miguel, TorremolinosFeria · MálagaTorremolinos closes the coastal feria season at the end of September.29 September – 4 October 2026Real Feria de San Miguel, Vélez-MálagaFeria · MálagaThe Axarquía’s big fair, at the end of September on the eastern side of the province.6–12 October, every yearSame dates every yearFeria del Rosario, FuengirolaFeria · MálagaThe Costa del Sol’s big autumn fair, and one of the few with fixed dates.Expected 8–13 October 2026ExpectedFeria de NerjaFeria · MálagaNerja’s October fair, at the eastern end of the Málaga coast.9–18 October 2026Feria de San Lucas, JaénFeria · JaénTen days in October, and the only major feria with a date you can rely on a year out.
November 2026
Switch-on late 2026 — lights run to 6 JanuaryExpectedChristmas lights in CórdobaChristmas · CórdobaChristmas Lights in Córdoba 2025 – A Magical Andalusian Winter Experience Christmas in the province of Córdoba is a beautiful blend of Andalusian tradition, warm community spirit, and spectacular light shows that illuminate both the historic capital and many charming towns across the region. From the dazzling displays in Córdoba city to the festive decorations…Switch-on late 2026 — lights run to 6 JanuaryExpectedChristmas lights in HuelvaChristmas · HuelvaChristmas Lights in Huelva 2025 – Experience the Spectacular Gran Vía Light Tunnel and Festive Heart Huelva transforms into a magical Christmas destination each winter, with over 150 illuminated streets creating one of Andalusia’s warmest and most heartfelt festive celebrations. The 2025 Christmas lights in Huelva promise an unforgettable experience as this coastal city combines…Switch-on late 2026 — lights run to 6 JanuaryExpectedChristmas lights in Cádiz provinceChristmas · CádizChristmas Lights in Cádiz 2025 – Experience the Magical Light Show in Plaza de San Juan de Dios Cádiz transforms into a spectacular Christmas wonderland every winter, with thousands of LED lights illuminating the historic old town and waterfront. The 2025 Christmas lights in Cádiz promise to create unforgettable memories as this ancient coastal city…Switch-on late November 2026ExpectedChristmas lights in MálagaChristmas · MálagaChristmas Lights in Málaga 2025 – Experience the World-Famous Light Show in Calle Larios Christmas in Málaga is one of Spain’s most spectacular festive experiences, with over 2.7 million LED lights transforming the city into a magical wonderland. From the world-renowned light and sound show in Calle Larios to charming Christmas markets and the beautiful…Switch-on late 2026 — lights run to 6 JanuaryExpectedChristmas lights in GranadaChristmas · GranadaChristmas Lights in Granada 2025 – Discover the Magic of Andalusia’s Historic Capital Christmas in the province of Granada is a breathtaking experience where centuries-old Moorish architecture meets modern festive celebrations. From the spectacular 2.5 million LED lights illuminating Granada city to the charming coastal displays in Almuñécar and Motril, the entire province transforms into…Switch-on late 2026 — lights run to 6 JanuaryExpectedChristmas lights in SevilleChristmas · SevilleSeville Christmas Lights 2025 – A Magical Guide to Navidad in Andalucía’s Capital Seville transforms into a glowing, festive wonderland every year, but Seville Christmas Lights 2025 are shaping up to be one of the most spectacular displays in all of Spain. With historic streets illuminated from end to end, videomapping shows, Christmas markets, and…Switch-on late 2026 — lights run to 6 JanuaryExpectedChristmas lights on the Costa del SolChristmas · MálagaMálaga – The Most Iconic Christmas Lights in Spain Málaga’s Christmas lights is internationally renowned, attracting visitors from around the world. The city’s centre comes alive with illuminated streets, musical shows, and festive markets. Highlights Switch-On Marbella – Stylish Christmas in the Old Town and Puerto Banús Marbella offers a warm, elegant Christmas atmosphere with…
December 2026
Switch-on late 2026 — lights run to 6 JanuaryExpectedChristmas lights in JaénChristmas · JaénChristmas Lights in Jaén 2025 – Experience 1.6 Million LED Lights and 911 Illuminated Arches Jaén transforms into a breathtaking Christmas destination each winter, with over 1.6 million LED lights and 911 spectacular illuminated arches creating one of Andalusia’s most impressive festive displays. The 2025 Christmas lights in Jaén promise an unforgettable experience as this…Switch-on late 2026 — lights run to 6 JanuaryExpectedChristmas lights in AlmeríaChristmas · AlmeríaChristmas Lights in Almería 2025 – A Spectacular Andalusian Coastal Experience Christmas Lights in Almería 2025 is a unique blend of Andalusian coastal charm, warm Mediterranean sunshine, and spectacular festive light displays that transform both the provincial capital and picturesque towns across the region. From the record-breaking illuminations in Almería city to the Disney-themed celebrations…
January 2027
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May 2027
Expected early to mid May 2027ExpectedFiesta de los Patios, CórdobaCórdobaOrdinary people open their courtyards and let strangers walk through. It is the best fortnight to be in Córdoba, and the hardest to find a bed.Expected early May 2027ExpectedFeria del Caballo, JerezFeria · CádizThe horse fair — the one where the animals are the point, not the decoration.14–17 May 2027 (Pentecost weekend)Romería del RocíoRomería · HuelvaA million people, ox-drawn wagons crossing Doñana, and a Virgin carried out over a railing before dawn.Expected late May 2027ExpectedFeria de CórdobaFeria · CórdobaCórdoba’s own fair, at the end of a month that already has two other festivals in it.Around 22–29 May 2027 — Corpus Thursday is 27 MayExpectedCorpus Christi in GranadaFeria · GranadaGranada’s biggest week of the year, and the one fiesta whose date genuinely moves with the church calendar.
June 2027
Expected late May or early June 2027ExpectedFeria de la Manzanilla, Sanlúcar de BarramedaFeria · CádizA fair named after the wine, in the town at the mouth of the Guadalquivir where they make it.Expected around 11 June 2027ExpectedFeria de San Bernabé, MarbellaFeria · MálagaMarbella’s week in June, around the patron saint on the 11th.Night of 23 June, every yearSame dates every yearNoche de San JuanBonfires on the beach, effigies burned, and everyone in the sea at midnight.
July 2027
Expected early July 2027ExpectedFeria y Fiestas Mayores, EsteponaFeria · MálagaThe western Costa del Sol’s July fair.16 July, every yearSame dates every yearVirgen del CarmenRomeríaThe patron of fishermen is carried out of the church and into the sea, in every coastal town on the same evening.Ends 3 August every yearSame dates every yearFiestas Colombinas, HuelvaFeria · HuelvaHuelva’s fair ends on the same date every year — the day the ships left in 1492.
August 2027
Expected around 15 August 2027ExpectedFeria de la Virgen de la Cruz, BenalmádenaFeria · MálagaBenalmádena Pueblo’s August fair, up the hill from the coast.14–21 August 2027 (expected)ExpectedFeria de MálagaFeria · MálagaAndalucía’s biggest August fair runs day and night in two separate places — and most visitors only find one of them.18–22 August 2027 (expected)ExpectedReal Feria de Agosto, AntequeraFeria · MálagaInland Málaga’s August fair, in the town most people drive past on the way to Granada.
Already happened this year
Next year’s dates are not published yet. These pages describe what the fiesta is and when in the year it falls, and we update them as each town confirms.
1–6 September 2026 — Corrida Goyesca on Saturday 5 SeptemberFeria de Pedro Romero, RondaFeria · MálagaThe one Andalusian fair built around a single afternoon — and in 2026 the bullring reopens after two years of works.21–29 August 2026Feria de AlmeríaFeria · AlmeríaThe last big fair of the Andalusian summer, in the province most visitors skip.
All year round
These do not sit in a single week — they run across a season, or every town holds its own on a different date.