Feria de Abril Sevilla – Seville April Fair 2026 Guide
April Fair Seville dates, what to do and essential tips
Seville is well known for its Feria de Abril (April Fair), a week each spring when locals gather to eat, drink, dance and spend time together. Horses and carriages fill the fairground during the day, and the atmosphere becomes more lively at night. It is one of the most important weeks of the year in Seville and a great time to visit the city.
WHEN IS FERIA DE ABRIL SEVILLA 2026?
The Seville April Fair runs from Tuesday 21th April to Sunday 26th April 2026. It is always celebrated two weeks after Easter, which changes each year depending on the liturgical calendar. Because of this, despite its name, the April Fair can sometimes take place in May.
The April Fair in Seville officially begins with the Alumbrado (the lighting of the main entrance and the fairground) at midnight on Monday 20th April. From then until Sunday, the atmosphere is lively both during the day and in the evening. The week ends on Sunday night with fireworks by the Guadalquivir River.
WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE SEVILLE APRIL FAIR?
The April Fair in Seville lasts six days, and the atmosphere changes depending on the time of day.
Monday Night – El Pescaíto and the Alumbrado
Although the fair officially runs from Tuesday to Sunday, it begins at midnight on Monday with the Alumbrado, when thousands of lights are switched on at the main entrance, known as La Portada, and across the fairground.
Earlier that evening, many locals gather in the casetas to celebrate el pescaíto, a traditional dinner of fried fish before the fair officially starts.
A caseta is a decorated tent set up for the week of Feria. Inside, people eat, drink, talk and dance sevillanas. Most casetas are private and belong to families, groups of friends or organisations. Because space is limited, guests usually book in advance if they want to attend the cena del pescaíto, as it is not possible to fit everyone.
If someone does not have access to a caseta, it is common to have dinner in the bars and restaurants in Los Remedios neighbourhood before heading to the fairground to gather around La Portada for the lighting at midnight.
On this first night, locals tend to dress very elegantly. Women often wear dresses or smart evening outfits, and men usually wear suits. It feels more formal than the rest of the week and marks the official start of the Seville April Fair.
Tuesday to Friday – The Main Feria Days
From Tuesday to Friday, the fairground is busy both during the day and at night, but the atmosphere is different depending on the time.
During the day
Horses and carriages circulate around the Real de la Feria, the large fairground area in the Los Remedios district, usually until 8:00PM. This is when you will see many women wearing traditional flamenco dresses, while men often dress smart but lighter than on Monday night. Many choose chinos with a jacket, often made from lighter fabrics such as linen because of the temperatures, sometimes with a tie but not always. The overall atmosphere during the day is more family oriented, with many people arriving between 1:00PM and 3:00PM to have lunch in their casetas and spend a few hours there.
In the evening
After 8:00PM, the evening atmosphere begins. The fairground, La Portada and the casetas are fully illuminated, and it tends to get busier as people arrive after work. The atmosphere becomes more lively and more focused on music and dancing.
The Weekend – Saturday and Sunday
Saturday is usually one of the busiest days of the week, especially in the evening. The fairground becomes more crowded and the atmosphere is more focused on parties and large groups. Some visitors enjoy this livelier side of the Seville April Fair, but we personally find it less traditional than the earlier days of the week.
Sunday is still lively during the day, particularly around lunchtime, but the atmosphere is generally calmer than on Saturday. Many families gather for one last lunch in their casetas before the fair comes to an end. At midnight, people return to watch the fireworks by the Guadalquivir, which officially close the week.
LAYOUT OF THE SEVILLE APRIL FAIR
The Seville April Fair takes place at the Real de la Feria, a large purpose-built fairground in the Los Remedios neighbourhood. The fairground is organised in long streets named after famous bullfighters.
One of the most important parts of the fairground is La Portada, the main entrance. Each year, the city chooses a new design through a competition in which architects submit proposals that reflect a theme linked to Seville’s culture and history. For Feria de Abril Sevilla 2026, the design was created by architect Davide Gambini and is inspired by the Pabellón de Portugal from the Exposición Iberoamericana of 1929, with references to elements of the Alcázar of Seville.
Inside the fairground, the most important feature is the casetas. Every caseta is striped in either green and white or red and white, with a name and a number on the top. Some casetas are small and simple, while others are much larger. Most belong to families, groups of friends, companies or organisations, and entry is usually restricted to members and their guests. As most casetas are private, the members are responsible for maintaining them, organising the decoration, hiring the catering staff, arranging the music and managing how they operate throughout the week. However, there are also public casetas that anyone can enter.
The fairground also includes a separate area known as the cacharritos, where you will find rides and attractions. This area is located to the right-hand side of the fairground, past Costillares street. It is especially popular with families during the day and teenagers in the evening.
If you walk towards Calle Ignacio Sánchez Mejías, on the left-hand side you will find a U-shaped area of stalls that only serve buñuelos con chocolate (fried dough balls with hot chocolate) throughout the week. They are particularly busy after 9pm and late into the night. If you are visiting in the evening, we recommend trying them at least once, as they are one of the most popular late-night snacks at the Seville April Fair.
HOW TO GET TO THE SEVILLE APRIL FAIR
The Real de la Feria is located in the Los Remedios neighbourhood, just across the Guadalquivir River from the historic centre. During the week of Feria, Seville transport services operate more frequently.
You can reach the fairground by metro. The closest metro stop is Blas Infante on Line 1, which is a 15 minute walk from the main entrance. Several bus routes run special services during the fair and usually operate late into the night. You can take any of the following: C1, C2, 5, 6, 41 and the special line Prado-Feria.
If you are arriving by tram, the closest stop is Puerta Jerez, which is around a 30 minute walk away.
Taxis are widely available, but there are many traffic restrictions during the week of Feria and the queues to get one can be very long, especially at night. There are taxi ranks near the fairground on Avenida Flota de Indias (next to La Portada) and at the Glorieta Avión Saeta, both located at the ends of Calle Antonio Bienvenida. There is also another rank near Calle Costillares. Because queues can get very long late at night, we recommend allowing extra time if you plan to leave the fairground by taxi. People with reduced mobility have priority at these taxi ranks.
If these ranks are very busy, you can also try taxi stops outside the fairground:
• Avenida República Argentina 33
• Avenida República Argentina 23
• Plaza de Cuba 8
• Calle Virgen de la Victoria 7
• Calle Virgen de Luján 7
• Plaza del Altozano
• Calle San Jacinto 104–106
• Calle Adriano 12
• Paseo de Roma
• Calle Santa María la Blanca 17
• Calle Doctor Pedro de Castro 1
If you are staying in the city centre, you can also walk to the fairground in around 30 to 40 minutes.
HISTORY OF APRIL FAIR IN SEVILLE
Feria de Abril Sevilla began as a livestock fair in 1846 after two local councillors proposed the idea to encourage agricultural trade.
Although it started as a commercial event, people soon began using the fair as a social gathering. Small tents were set up where visitors could eat, drink and meet friends. Over time, these tents evolved into the casetas that are now one of the most recognisable parts of the Seville April Fair.
As the fair became more popular, it had to move location several times to accommodate more visitors. Since 1973, it has been held at the Real de la Feria in the Los Remedios neighbourhood.
The traditional flamenco dress (traje de flamenca) also has its origins in the early days of the fair. In the 19th century, women who worked as vendors at the livestock market wore simple ruffled dresses that were practical and comfortable for long days at the fair. These dresses became popular among women from Seville who began adopting the style. Over time, the design became more elaborate and colourful, and today the flamenco dress is considered the traditional outfit worn during Feria de Abril.
Today, Feria de Abril Sevilla is no longer about livestock. It is one of the most important weeks of the year in Seville, when locals gather to spend time with friends and family, eat, drink and dance.
VISITING THE SEVILLE APRIL FAIR AS A TOURIST
Even though Feria de Abril is a very local celebration, visitors are welcome and many tourists attend every year. Entry to the fairground is free, so anyone can walk around the Real de la Feria, see the horses and carriages during the day, enjoy the atmosphere at night and explore the streets lined with casetas.
Although most casetas are private there are also public casetas that anyone can enter. These are run by organisations such as political parties, trade unions and the city council. They are clearly marked and are usually larger than private casetas.
Public Casetas at the Seville April Fair 2026 |
|
| Caseta | Location |
| Distrito Este | Pascual Márquez 215, 217, 219 |
| Macarena – Norte | Pascual Márquez 85, 87, 89 |
| Triana – Los Remedios | Pascual Márquez 153, 155, 157 |
| Cerro – Amate | Juan Belmonte 196, 198, 200 |
| Casco Antiguo | Antonio Bienvenida 97, 99, 101 |
| Nervión – San Pablo – Santa Justa | Costillares 22, 24, 26 |
| Sur – Bellavista – La Palmera | Ignacio Sánchez Mejías 61, 63, 65 |
| CCOO | Pascual Márquez 81 |
| La Pecera | Pascual Márquez 9 |
| Partido Popular | Pascual Márquez 66 |
| PSOE | Antonio Bienvenida 79 |
| UGT | Antonio Bienvenida 13 |
| Área de Fiestas Mayores (Ayuntamiento) | Costillares 13 |
| Caseta Popular | Pascual Márquez 225 |
| USO | Curro Romero 25 |
| La Marimonera | Manolo Vázquez 31 |
| El Garbanzo Negro | Manolo Vázquez 39 |
Both La Marimonera and El Garbanzo Negro have vegan menus.
Even if you do not enter a caseta, there is still plenty to see and do. Walking around the fairground, watching the horses and carriages during the afternoon, and seeing the fair illuminated at night are all part of the experience.
Tip – Book Accommodation Early
Accommodation demand during Feria de Abril is very high and hotel prices increase significantly.
Many hotels and apartments sell out weeks or even months before the fair begins.
We recommend
booking your hotel in Seville
well in advance if you plan to visit during the Seville April Fair.
APRIL FAIR SEVILLE: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can tourists visit the Seville April Fair?
Yes, the Seville April Fair is open to everyone and tourists are welcome. Entry to the fairground is free, so you can walk around the Real de la Feria, see the horses and carriages during the day and enjoy the atmosphere at night. Most casetas are private, but there are also public casetas that anyone can enter.
Do you need tickets to enter the Seville April Fair?
No, you do not need tickets to enter the fairground. Access to the Real de la Feria is free.
What should visitors wear to the Seville April Fair?
Many local women wear traditional flamenco dresses during the fair, while men often dress smartly with trousers and a jacket. Visitors do not need to wear traditional clothing, but we recommend dressing smartly, especially in the evening.
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