Seville Festivals & Events

Whenever you think of Seville Festivals and Events, you think of Latin passion, mighty bull-fighters, flamencos and of course, of the legendary Don Juan. Seville in the Andalusian region in southern Spain is the true embodiment of the Spanish character, spirit and its cultural richness which are best reflected in the several festivals and events. Fascinating and colorful, these festivals and events bring out the best of the Seville spirit as people dress up in the most flamboyant manner and come out in the open to celebrate life and its colors.

Here, we give you a glimpse into the events and festivals in Seville.

Feria De Abril Festival
Feria De Abril Festival in Seville is officially celebrated two weeks after the festival of Semana Santa or the Holy Week, the festival that presents the Passion of Christ. Originally, it was just a cattle market. However, in a few years’ time, the local people changed the character of the fair into more festive, pompous and grand.

Corpus Christi in Seville
This is one of the city's most important religious festivals. The celebration of Corpus Christi blends beautifully religious beliefs with cultural traditions.

Feria de San Miguel
The Feria de San Miguel is one of Seville's major annual events. The highlights include displays of horsemanship, bullfights and performances by the Real Escuela de Arte Ecuestre de Jerez.

Womex
Womex or World Music Expo is dedicated to world, roots, folk, ethnic and traditional music. After launching in Berlin in 1994, it has taken place in cities around Europe including Seville.

La Fiesta de La Virgen de La Inmaculada
This is the festival when Seville's cherished patroness, the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception, receives her annual dues and devotion in this popular festival.

The Pilgrimage to Saint Lucía
On Saint Lucy's Day or the Santa Lucía, a long line of devotees parade before a statue of the saint that stands in the Church of Santa Catalina in Seville.

New Year Countdown in Seville
The new year is celebrated here with much pomp and grandeur. As the chimes of the town hall's bells ring twelve, the city bursts into celebration and merry making. Hundreds of revelers gather at La Plaza Nueva on the big night to celebrate.

Parade of the Three Wise Men
Seville's Epiphany parade takes place at sundown when the Three Kings arrive in a golden carriage and make their way through the streets, throwing sweets and toys to the children.