Seville Festivals and Events – 2025 Guide
What to Expect from Seville’s Festivals and Events
Seville isn’t just about historic monuments and flamenco, the city is alive with festivals and cultural events all year round. No matter when you visit, there’s nearly always something happening that can make your visit even more memorable.
Tip: Keep in mind that public holidays in Seville can change the rhythm of the city. Some shops, museums, and restaurants may close or have shorter hours, and public transport runs less often. On the other hand, many of these dates come with processions, concerts, or local celebrations, giving you a chance to see Seville at its most authentic.
Here’s an overview of the main events in Seville in 2025 and what makes each of them special.
Upcoming Events in Seville in 2025
| Event | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Semana Santa (Holy Week) | April 13th – 20th, 2025 | Seville’s most famous religious celebration with processions and solemn music filling the streets. |
| Feria de Abril | May 4th – 10th, 2025 | A week-long fair with flamenco dresses, horse parades, music, food and casetas open until dawn. |
| Icónica Sevilla Fest | June – July 2025 | Music festival in Plaza de España featuring top international and Spanish artists in a spectacular setting. |
| Corpus Christi | June 19th, 2025 | Traditional Catholic procession with floral decorations and a festive atmosphere in the historic centre. |
| Velá de Santa Ana | July 21st – 26th, 2025 | Neighbourhood festival in Triana with concerts, food stalls and riverside celebrations. |
| Christmas in Seville | Dec 1st, 2025 – Jan 6th, 2026 | Festive lights, Christmas markets, nativity scenes and cultural events across the city. |
| New Year’s Eve in Seville | Dec 31st, 2025 | Midnight celebrations, cava toasts and the 12 grapes tradition for good luck. |
Seville Spring Festivals
Semana Santa (Holy Week)
Semana Santa is one of Seville’s most important events in the year, usually taking place in late March or April. For an entire week, processions organised by more than 60 brotherhoods (cofradías) make their way through the streets, carrying impressive floats (pasos) that depict scenes from the Passion of Christ. These processions last for hours, accompanied by the sound of drums, trumpets, and traditional processional music.
The atmosphere is unlike anything else, with a mix of silence, devotion, and deep emotion shared by locals and visitors. Even if you’re not religious, it’s one of the most powerful cultural experiences you can witness in Spain.
The city becomes busy during this week, so it’s best to book your accommodation well in advance and be prepared for large crowds, but the experience is truly worth it. For more details , see our guide to Semana Santa in Seville.
Feria de Abril
Usually held two weeks after Easter, the Feria de Abril is Seville’s biggest and most popular event, and one of the most famous fairs in all of Spain. For an entire week, the city turns into a huge fairground filled with casetas (marquee tents), where locals dance sevillanas, enjoy food and celebrate late into the night. You’ll see people dressed in colourful flamenco outfits, horse-drawn carriages and live music everywhere you go.
The Feria attracts visitors from across Spain who come to experience Seville’s festive spirit and lively atmosphere. Even if you don’t have access to a private caseta, there are several public ones open to everyone, so you can easily join the celebrations and enjoy one of the country’s most authentic cultural events.
For more information about what to expect and do, see our guide to the Feria de Abril in Seville.
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi is one of Seville’s oldest and most traditional religious celebrations, held sixty days after Easter Sunday, usually in late May or early June. The festival honours the presence of Christ in the Eucharist, with a morning procession that begins at Seville Cathedral and passes through the streets of the historic centre.
The city dresses up beautifully for the occasion: balconies are draped with colourful fabrics, and the streets are lined with rosemary and aromatic herbs.
Inside the Cathedral, the Seises, a group of choirboys, perform their traditional dance before the Blessed Sacrament, a ritual dating back to the 15th century. It’s a peaceful yet deeply meaningful celebration, and if you’re visiting Seville around this time, it’s worth waking up early to see the decorations and morning procession through Plaza de San Francisco and Avenida de la Constitución.
Seville Summer Festivals
Velá de Santa Ana (July 21st – 26th, 2025)
The Velá de Santa Ana is one of Seville’s most beloved neighbourhood festivals, held every July in Triana, by the Guadalquivir River. It honours the district’s patron saint, Santa Ana, and fills the streets around Calle Betis and Plaza del Altozano with music, lights, and food stalls.
The celebrations begin on July 21st with the official lighting of the fair at midnight, followed by a week of concerts, flamenco performances and local competitions, including the famous ‘cucaña’, where participants try to walk along a greased pole over the river. There’s also a fluvial procession.
If you are visiting Seville during the Velá de Santa Ana, join the locals for a drink by the river, enjoy the open-air concerts, and soak up the summer atmosphere in one of the city’s most lively neighbourhoods.
Icónica Sevilla Fest (June – July 2025)
The Icónica Sevilla Fest is one of the city’s most anticipated summer music events, held in the beautiful setting of Plaza de España. For several weeks between June and July, the plaza becomes an open-air stage where national and international artists perform under the stars. Past editions have featured artists such as Ricky Martin, Justin Timberlake, Kylie Minogue or Jamie Cullum.
The combination of live music, warm summer evenings and the illuminated fountains of Plaza de España creates an unforgettable atmosphere. There are also food and drink areas set up around the venue, making it easy to spend the whole evening there.
Christmas in Seville (DEC 22nd – JAN 6th)
Christmas in Seville is one of the most magical times of the year. The city glows with thousands of lights, festive decorations and Christmas markets that fill the streets from early December. You’ll find nativity scenes, seasonal sweets like mantecados and turrón, and a cheerful atmosphere everywhere you go.
For locals, the season is all about spending time with family and enjoying traditions. The celebrations officially begin on December 22nd with the famous Spanish Christmas Lottery (El Gordo) and continue through to Three Wise Men’s Day on January 6th, when children receive their gifts.
If you’re planning to visit Seville during Christmas and want to know where to see the lights, find the best markets and enjoy local Christmas traditions, check out our full Christmas in Seville guide.
New Year’s Eve in Seville (Dec 31st)
New Year’s Eve in Seville blends family traditions with lively local celebrations. The night usually begins with a long family dinner (Cena de Nochevieja) featuring seafood, jamón and cava. Just before midnight, people gather around the TV to follow Spain’s beloved tradition of eating twelve grapes with each chime of the clock for good luck, or head to Plaza Nueva, where locals bring their own grapes and cava to share the moment together.
It’s also common to wear something red, usually underwear, as a good luck charm for the year ahead. After midnight, Sevillanos continue the night at private parties, clubs,or in lively areas like Calle Betis and Alameda de Hércules, where the celebrations continue into the early hours.
If you’re planning to visit and want to know how to celebrate, where to go and useful local tips, check out our full New Year’s Eve in Seville page.
Sporting Events in Seville
Seville has a strong sporting spirit and hosts some of Spain’s top athletic events throughout the year. If you are a football fan, you’ve probably heard of its two passionate local teams, Real Betis and Sevilla FC, whose rivalry is one of the most intense in Spain.
Match days in Seville fill the streets with colour, chants and excitement. If you’d like to experience it for yourself, you can buy tickets for a live Sevilla FC or Real Betis match with a local guide, a great way to feel the atmosphere like a true fan.
If you fancy something a bit more relaxed, you can get tickets to visit the Sevilla FC Stadium (Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán), where you can walk through the stands, the museum and step onto the pitch.
Beyond football, Seville is also famous for its Zurich Marathon (usually held in February) and Half Marathon (January), both known for their scenic flat routes that pass by the city’s main landmarks. These races attract thousands of runners from around the world each year and bring a great atmosphere to the city.
The city has also hosted major international events, including matches from the UEFA Euro 2020 and the 2022 Europa League Final, and stages of the Davis Cup and World Rugby Sevens Series, making Seville one of Spain’s top cities for major sporting events.
Seville Festivals and Events: Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to visit Seville for festivals?
In our opinion, the best time to visit Seville to truly experience local traditions is spring, when the city celebrates its two biggest events: Semana Santa (Holy Week) and the Feria de Abril (April Fair). The atmosphere during these weeks is lively and full of culture and music.
That said, Seville always has something going on, from summer music festivals to Christmas lights and markets in winter, every season offers a unique way to enjoy the city.
Are Seville’s festivals and events free to attend?
Yes, many of Seville’s most famous celebrations are free, including the Semana Santa processions, Corpus Christi, Velá de Santa Ana and most Christmas events around the city centre. You can simply walk around and enjoy the atmosphere. However, some events, like the concerts at Icónica Fest, do require tickets.
How busy does Seville get during major festivals?
Seville gets very busy during Semana Santa, as the city centre is packed with processions and spectators, making it harder to move around or visit landmarks calmly.
La Feria, on the other hand, takes place in a dedicated area outside the centre, so while the fairgrounds are lively and crowded, the historic centre itself feels quieter. The only downside of visiting during this week is that some shops and attractions may open for shorter hours than usual.
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