Festivals in Spain

Autumn

Midway between summer and autumn, Cartagena pays tribute to its ancient history with a unique festivity.For ten days, the inhabitants relive the conflict between the Carthaginians and the Romans, recalling events that occurred more than 2,200 years ago. The city becomes a stage for spectacular theatre performances by both sides, with an incredible display of period costumes and weaponry.

O Grove, on the Atlantic seaboard in Galicia, is renowned for its seafood, beaches and spas. In the first week in October, this town dresses up to hold the Seafood Festival, an incredible display of Galician gastronomy and folklore.

In mid-October, the capital of the Aragon Region becomes a bright, festive city which blends tradition and modernity.For more than a week culture takes to the streets, with a succession of theatre, dance, film and musical performances all across the city.

Potes is located at the confluence of four valleys and enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate which makes it possible to grow grapes from which they make the region’s renowned “orujo” or grape pomace. This liqueur is the focal point for one of the most deeply-rooted festivals in Cantabria which each year brings together thousands of people to try the local grape pomaces and enjoy the festivities with an abundance of music and traditional games.

Foto: Turismo Cantabria