Bilbao’s Aste Nagusia (“Semana Grande” in Spanish “Big Week” in English) is the city’s main festival. It is held every year for nine days starting on the Saturday following the 15th of August, the day of the Virgin of Begoña. This festival has been held for over 40 years and attracts visitors from all over the world. It has a large number of events and activities of Basque culture that make it an unforgettable experience. In this article we would like to answer all your questions and give you some tips so that you can go to Bilbao fully prepared.
Arenal Sound is a music festival held every year in Burriana, Castellón (Spain). It is one of the most important festivals in Europe, in terms of attendance and number of international artists performing.
The festival was created by brothers David and Toño Sánchez through their promoter The Music Republic. They wanted to create an event that would combine different musical genres with a wide range of activities. Initially, they started from the idea of a festival that would bring together DJs and live bands to create something totally new.
The first edition took place from July 27 to August 1, 2010 and was attended by 10,000 people. But since 2011, Arenal Sound has become one of the most massive music festivals in Spain, attracting more than 150,000 attendees from all over the world each year. And the latest edition (2023) reached 300,000 spectators. The festival features national and international artists from very diverse genres, such as rock, pop music, electronic music and hip hop, among others.
Where is the festival held?
The Arenal Sound is held on the Arenal beach of Burriana, so try to wear cool and comfortable clothes. The festival site has a capacity of 50,000 people. In addition, there are two rest areas (on the Arenal beach and Malvarrosa) where you can camp with your friends during the whole festival.
When will Arenal Sound 2024 take place?
Arenal Sound 2024 will be held from Tuesday 30 July, to Sunday 4 August. The festival site opens its gates from 14:00 hours.
How to get to Arenal Sound
You can get to Arenal Sound in several ways:
The fastest and most comfortable way to do it with Mitaxi.net:
If you go to Valencia by plane: Take a cab with 3 more people or even better, a Minivan with up to 7 friends, to go from Valencia Airport to Burriana. It will cost you between 17 and 22 euros each depending on the option you choose.
If you are already in Valencia or in nearby provinces: Take a cab to go directly to your destination. On our website you can book your transfer to Burriana from anywhere in Valencia or nearby regions.
Another option to get to the festival from Valencia Airport is to take a metro to the Estación Norte (North Station). From there go by train directly to Burriana and then take a bus to the Arenal beach.
Also, if you buy a Sounder Bus ticket, for only 19 euros you’ll have unlimited bus rides from locations in the region of Castellón to the festivalground.
Arenal Sound 2024 lineup
Arenal Sound 2024 will bring together some of the best national and international artists. Among the extensive lineup of this year’s edition are: Aitana, Louis Tomlinson, Yandel, Lola Índigo, Morad, Juan Magán, Nil Moliner, Funzo & Baby Loud, Cali y El Dandee, Naiara, RVFV and Recycled J.
Day ticket: You can access single days of the festival, they cost 30 euros.
Full Ticket: You can attend all the concerts from August 1 to 4 whth this ticket, they cost 65 euros.
VIP Full Ticket: Same as the previous one, but with this pass you can also enjoy the VIP area of the festival, private bars, gastro stands, chill out areas and private bathrooms. The price starts at 100 euros and goes up as the established quotas are used up to a maximum of 150 euros.
Rest Area: Only available for those who have already purchased the Full Ticket or VIP Full Ticket. Tickets for the Arenal rest area cost 60 euros, and those for the Malvarrosa area cost 45 euros.
Glamping: There is a glamping service in both rest areas, the price varies between 90 and 800 euros depending on the area and the type of tent.
Bilbao BBK Live is a music festival held in Bilbao, Spain. It is held every year in mid-July and lasts until the early hours of the morning. It is currently one of the main music festivals in Spain (along with Primavera Sound, Mad Cool and Arenal Sound) and Europe.
The festival was created in 2006 by Last Tour under the name Bilbao Live Festival. And after its success, the savings bank Bilbao Bizkaia Kutxa joined the sponsorship of the festival, giving it its name (BBK). It has been growing since its beginnings, and since 2011 it has not dropped below 100,000 attendees. The event features a variety of artists from diverse genres and styles such as hip-hop, electronic music, pop and rock.
Where is Bilbao BBK Live 2024 held?
It is held at Kobetamendi Park, which is located on the mountain that bears the same name (or Monte Cobetas). It is a natural park where the rest of the year visitors go hiking and enjoy the incredible views of the city of Bilbao. The enclosure has seven stages and a capacity of 120,000 people. In addition, there is a camping area on Mount Arraiz (3 km from the site) with a capacity of 12,000 people.
When will the festival be held?
Bilbao BBK Live 2024 will be held from Thursday, July 11th to Saturday, July 13th. The festival site will open its doors from 17:00 to 7:00, during the three days of the festival.
How to get to Bilbao BBK Live
The most comfortable way to get to Bilbao BBK Live is to do it with Mitaxi.net. You can go by cab with 3 more people or even better, in a Minivan with up to 6 friends. On our website you can book your transfer to Kobetamendi Park from anywhere in Bilbao or the rest of Spain.
Another option to get to the festival is to fly to Bilbao, take the Bizkaibus A3247 bus, get off at the Termibús-San Mamés stop and take the free shuttle bus to the venue or finish the journey by foot in about 25 min.
Bilbao BBK Live 2024 lineup
The Bilbao BBK Live 2024 lineup features a mix of artists and musicians from a variety of genres. These are some of the artists that will perform at the festival: Grace Jones, Arcade Fire, Jungle, Massive Attack, Underworld, Amaia, The Prodigy, Khruangbin, Parcels, Kiasmos, Los Planetas, Slowdive and Floating Points.
Source: https://www.bilbaobbklive.com/en/
Bilbao BBK Live 2024 tickets
You can buy tickets online, through the official Bilbao BBK Live website.. There are different types of tickets:
There are the one-day tickets, which cost 75 euros.
You have the option to buy a 3-day pass for 175 euros.
You can also buy a 3-day pass + camping for 200 euros.
On the other hand, there are is a camping pass 25 euros, but you have to keep in mind that you need to have a festival ticket to camp. This is an option for those who are going to attend one or two days and want to enjoy the camping.
In addition, there is a promotion (valid until 26 January) for passes:
3-day pass Promo: €150
Mad Cool Festival is a Madrid-based music festival that was first held in 2016 and has been growing in popularity ever since. It has become one of the most important music festivals in Spain alongside Primavera Sound, BBK Live and Arenal Sound, and one of the most important in Europe. The previous edition returned to three days of concerts, but in 2024 Mad Cool will have four days of live music.
Mad Cool is organised by Live Nation, which is also responsible for other major events such as London’s Lovebox Festival, Chicago’s Lollapalooza and many more. Like most big festivals, Mad Cool Festival has several stages where bands can perform live and where people can enjoy a variety of genres, such as rock, pop, rap and alternative music.
Where is Mad Cool Festival 2024 located?
This festival is held in the Iberdrola Music, also known as Nuevo Recinto de Festivales de Madrid, which is located in Villaverde. It has an area of 190,000 square metres and is designed to hold 80,000 people.
When will this take place?
The 2024 Mad Cool festival will be held from Wednesday 10 to Saturday 13 July. The festival site will be open all four days from 16:00 to 5:30.
How to get to Mad Cool Festival
There are several ways to get to Mad Cool, but the best option is to do it with Mitaxi.net. You can go by taxi with 3 more people or even in a Minivan with up to 6 friends. On our website you can book your transfer to the new Espacio Mad Cool from anywhere in Madrid or the rest of Spain.
You can also get to the festival by taking a metro (lines 3 and 12), suburban train (lines C4b y C5) or bus (lines 79, T41, N14) and finish the journey on foot.
Mad Cool 2024 lineup
The Mad Cool festival boasts an impressive line-up with some of the biggest names in rock, pop and alternative music including Dua Lipa, Pearl Jam, Maneskin, The Killers, Avril Lavigne, Bring Me The Horizon, Sum 41, Jessie Ware, Motxila 21, The Smashing Pumpkins, Janelle Monáe, The Kooks, Black Pumas, Paul Kalkbrenner, Tom Morello and Tyla.
Source: https://madcoolfestival.es/
Mad Cool Festival 2024 tickets
You can get your tickets online, through Mad Cool’s official website or through other points of sale such as Ticketmaster or Festicket. Here are the ticket prices (without booking fees):
1-Day ticket: €89
1-Day VIP Ticket: €187
3-Day Ticket: €210
3-Day VIP Ticket: €482
There are also discounts on flights and train trips to Madrid on the dates close to the festival.
The Bonfires of San Juan (Hogueras de San Juan or Fogueres de Sant Joan) are a tradition that has been celebrated in Alicante since 1928. They are Alicante’s main festivities and have been declared of International Tourist Interest. The main objective is to remember the birth of John the Baptist, who is the patron saint of Alicante.
The bonfires are lit on the eve of Saint John, June 23rd, and they burn all night long until dawn. The fire is thought to protect Alicante from evil spirits and witches who may attempt to enter the city during this time. Nowadays, when these dates arrive, the bonfires are lit on every street corner and in every beach in Alicante’s city and the festivity is celebrated with music, shows and fireworks.
When are the Bonfires of San Juan?
The bonfires are lit on the eve of Midsummer’s Eve, 23 June each year, at midnight and burn until dawn. However, the Midsummer’s Eve festivities last for more than a week, from 20 to 29 June. On the 20th “La Plantá” (set) of the bonfires takes place, from the 21st to the evening of the 23rd there are several parades and the Offering of Flowers to the Virgen del Remedio, on the night of the 23rd to the 24th “La Cremá” (the burning of the bonfires) takes place and from the 25th to the 29th fireworks are set off.
How to get to the Bonfires of San Juan in Alicante?
As we mentioned before, this festival is celebrated throughout the province, although in some places it is celebrated in a special way, such as in Postiguet Beach. In any case, with MiTaxi you can go quickly and comfortably to any beach of Alicante to celebrate the Bonfires of San Juan. If you are planning to go and see them, make sure you plan ahead and arrive early.
What is burnt in the Bonfires of San Juan?
Bonfires (Hogueras or Fogueres) are a monument of wood, cardboard, paper and cork made up of puppets. The themes of the bonfire do not have a specific concept, but usually represent a criticism of society.
Before the burning, there is an exhibition with representative figures of the bonfires called “ninots” (dolls), and through a popular vote one is chosen to be “pardoned”. The winner (Ninot Indultat) becomes part of the Hogueras museum.
What is done on this festivity
The Bonfires of San Juan are a very important part of the culture and tradition of Alicante. They are lit to celebrate the day of San Juan and to commemorate his birth. As the bonfires burn on the night of 23 June, people enjoy the spectacle and cope with the intense heat with the help of the firemen, who throw water on those present to cool them down in what is known as the “banyá”. On the other hand, there is a ritual that consists of jumping over the bonfires at least three times as a way of eliminating bad fortune. During these festivities, people gather around the fires to eat and drink wine or beer and then dance around the flames until dawn.
Primavera Sound is an annual music festival held in June in Barcelona, Spain. It is the second largest music festival in Europe and attracts more than 2 million visitors each year. The first Primavera Sound was held in 2001 in Poble Espanyol, with around 8,000 attendees. In 2003 the number of attendees grew to 24,000, and in 2005 it moved to its current location, Parque del Fórum, where it has been held ever since. In 2019, there were more than 220,000 visitors and more than 300 artists performing on 20 stages.
This year, the promoters have decided to cancel the Madrid festival due to lack of an appropriate venue. In 2024 there will be more than 400 musicians offering more than 500 performances with different styles, ranging from rock to urban music.
When will Primavera Sound take place?
Primavera Sound 2024 will be held from Wednesday 29 May to Sunday 2 June in Barcelona. The main performances will take place from May 31 to June 2 June in Parque del Fórum. But you can also enjoy the festival during the week, as this year Primavera a la Ciutat is back, with performances scheduled for 27, 28 and 29 May and 2 June in different venues and spaces in the city, such as Razzmatazz, Apolo, RED58, Sidecar, Poble Espanyol, LAUT, Luz de Gas and Jamboree. This edition of the festival closes on Sunday 2 June with Brunch Electronik, a closing party with several concerts at Parc del Fòrum.
In addition to the festival in Barcelona, Primavera Sound also has several spin-off events taking place in Oporto (Portugal), Santiago de Chile (Chile), Buenos Aires (Argentina), São Paulo (Brazil) and Los Angeles (USA), with a similar lineup.
Primavera Sound Barcelona 2024 lineup
Primavera Sound 2024 will bring together some of the best international artists, from DJs to pop singers. Among the extensive lineup for this year’s edition of Primavera Sound are: Pj Harvey, Lana del Rey, Pulp, SZA, The National, Vampire Weekend, Mitski, Jai Paul, Justice, Disclosure and Charli XCX.
Source: https://www.primaverasound.com/en
How to get to Primavera Sound Barcelona
There are several ways to get to Primavera Sound, but the best option is definitely Mitaxi.net. You can book a taxi, private transfer or even better, a Minivan (to go with your friends) at the Airport or anywhere in Barcelona. You can also go directly from anywhere in Spain.
Other options to get to the festival are by tram (line T4), metro (line 4) or bus (lines H16, H14, 7, 136, V31, 143, N6 and N7).
Primavera Sound 2024 tickets
You can buy tickets by phone or online. Primavera Sound sells tickets through various points of sale. There are also discounts for residents and for those with the Carnet Jove (Barcelona). Prices include booking fees, which vary depending on where you buy them.
Day ticket: €125
VIP Day Ticket: €185
Full Festival Ticket: €265
VIP Full Festival Ticket: €495
Brunch Electronik Ticket: €60
Finally, a waiting list is available in case there are buyers who are unable to attend and return their tickets. To facilitate ticket arrangements, attendees will need to download the Access Ticket app. More information about tickets can be found on the official website.
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The Spring Festival is one of the most emblematic and eagerly awaited festivals in Alicante, Spain. This musical event is held every year during spring and attracts thousands of enthusiasts who come to enjoy an atmosphere full of energy and good music. The 2023 edition featured for the first time a great international band, Two Door Cinema Club.
At this festival you will be able to enjoy the best of indie, pop and electronic music for two consecutive days. In addition, the event also seeks to promote the attractions of the city, such as local cuisine and tourist attractions. The Spring Festival is undoubtedly an unmissable event for those music lovers looking for the best plan to enjoy spring to the fullest in Alicante.
Where does Spring Festival Alicante take place?
The Spring Festival is held in Alicante, in the Multiespacio Rabasa, a venue located in Carrer de Xátiva. This venue has a capacity of 16,000 people.
When will this festival take place?
The 2024 Spring Festival will be held on 31 May and 1 June.
How to get to the Spring Festival
The fastest and most convenient way to get to the Spring Festival is with Mitaxi.net. Here you can book online a taxi or Minivan (up to 8 people) to get to the Multiespacio Rabasa in Alicante without any worries.
Other ways to get to the festival are:
TRAM: Take line 2 which connects the centre of Alicante (Luceros station) with Sant Vicent del Raspeig. Get off at the Santa Isabel stop and finish the journey on foot, you will arrive in about 10 minutes.
Bus: There are several bus lines that stop near the festival site, these are the 4, 8, 11H and 24.
On the other hand, there is a free shuttle bus from the festival site back to the centre of Alicante for those who have a season ticket.
Spring Festival 2024 lineup
The Spring Festival 2024 lineup includes artists such as Mando Diao, Viva Suecia, Arde Bogotá, Dorian, Varry Brava, Dani Fernández, Belén Aguilera and Sexy Zebras.
Day ticket: To access one of the two days of the festival (Friday or Saturday). This ticket costs from 37,99 euros (prices are going up as the quotas run out).
General Full ticket: For access to both days of the festival. You can buy it from 69,99 euros (prices are going up as the quotas run out).
Premium Full ticket: For access to the whole festival with premium privileges. It costs 139,99 euros.
Viña Rock is one of the most emblematic music festivals in Spain and is held annually in Villarrobledo, Albacete. Since its creation in 1996, this event has been gaining popularity to become a reference for music lovers, the 2022 edition broke all records with more than 240,000 attendees. Lasting three days, Viña Rock offers a unique experience for spectators, who can enjoy concerts on seven stages, complementary activities and an incomparable festive atmosphere.
Every year this festival brings together artists from various genres such as rock, punk, metal, rap, reggae, ska and electronic. Thousands of people travel from different parts of the country and the rest of the world to take part in this musical event. If you are looking to enjoy live music and an unforgettable atmosphere, Viña Rock is a festival not to be missed.
Where does Viña Rock take place?
Viña Rock is held in Villarrobledo, in the fairground that bears its name (Recinto Viña Rock), and is located on Avenida Miguel de Cervantes. It has a capacity of around 200,000 people.
The festival also has a large camping area where the attendees can rest and make use of showers, toilets, mobile phone charging, etc.
When will this festival take place?
Viña Rock 2024 will be held from 2 to 4 May (Friday, Saturday and Sunday). But there will also be a welcome party on the 1st at the festival site.
How to get to Viña Rock
The fastest and most comfortable way to get to Viña Rock is with Mitaxi.net. On our website you can book a taxi or even a Minivan (up to 8 people) to get to Villarrobledo quietly and without worries.
Other ways to get to the festival are:
The DeFestivales official bus: They take you from more than 30 cities in Spain to the accreditation point of the festival. The price varies between 36 and 80 euros depending on the city of origin.
Train: There are several trains available, both regional and long distance, connecting some of the main cities with Villarrobledo. You can depart from Madrid, Valencia, Alicante or Albacete, or change trains in any of them.
Viña Rock 2024 lineup
The Viña Rock 2024 line-up includes artists such as Talco, The Locos, Boikot, Reincidentes, Def Con Dos, Itaca Band, Chambao, Vandaland SHO-HAI.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased online at the Viña Rock website, but unfortunately they are already sold out. There are only tickets left for some complementary services such as:
Full Ticket: For access during the whole festival, also includes a rest area. It costs 60 euros.
Glamping: Tents set up in the rest area that you can enjoy for 4 nights. This ticket costs between 70 and 500 euros, depending on the type of tent.
Shower ticket: For unlimited use of the showers during the whole festival. There are 2 shower areas (north and south), this ticket costs 6 euros.
Saving kit: A pack of drinks for 10 euros.
“La Feria de Abril” (April Fair) in Seville is one of the most eagerly awaited festivals in the Andalusian capital, many Sevillians are looking forward to these days of celebration. The fairground (Real de la Feria Sevilla) is located in the neighbourhood of Los Remedios, very close to Triana. In this post we want to solve all your doubts and give you some tips so that you can go fully prepared.
The Moors and Christians Festival in Alcoy is one of Spain’s most prominent celebrations, commemorating the region’s history and tradition with fervor and spectacle. These festivities are a culturally significant event, recognized as an Festival of International Tourist Interest. During the days of celebration, the streets of Alcoy transform into lively stages where the battles between Moors and Christians are recreated amidst music, color, and excitement.
When does the 2024 Moors and Christians Festival of Alcoy take place?
The main events of these festivities (The Trilogy) will take place from April 20th to 22nd. But some events are also held in the preceding days.
How to get to the Moors and Christians Festival in Alcoy?
You can reach the Alcoy Festivities in different ways, but the quickest and most comfortable way to do so is with MiTaxi.net. On our website, you can book a Taxi or Minivan (up to 7 people) to get to these festivities quickly. Travel directly to Alcoy from anywhere in Spain.
What to do at the Moors and Christians Festival in Alcoy?
During these festivities, there is a wide range of activities to enjoy and experience this historic celebration. From witnessing the impressive parades to immersing yourself in the atmosphere of the festivities with recreations of epic battles between Moors and Christians. Additionally, you can explore the food and craft stalls that line the streets of Alcoy. Below, we highlight the key aspects of these festivities:
Day of Glory
The Day of Glory marks the triumphant beginning of the festivities. On Easter Sunday, a representative from each “filà” (festive group) parades through the main streets of the city to the rhythm of pasodobles, announcing the festive awakening with joy and fervor. This colorful parade kicks off a series of celebrations that enrich the life of Alcoy.
Subsequently, on the second Sunday, the infant Gloria is celebrated, where the same parade takes place but with children. From this day until the Musician’s day, the nights are illuminated with the “filaetes,” parades where festeros squads parade through the streets dressed in festive attire and accompanied by music.
Day of the Musicians
The Day of the Musicians on April 19th marks the eve of the three great days of celebration, beginning with an exciting tribute to the music bands, a fundamental part of the celebrations in Alcoy.
The program for the Day of the Musicians includes a parade of the Music Bands at 7:30 pm, starting from the avenue of País Valencià to the Plaça d’Espanya. At 9:00 pm in the Plaça d’Espanya, the Hymn of the Festival is played jointly by all participating bands, thus marking the highlight of the day.
Later, it is time to enjoy the typical dinner, the nit de l’olla, which consists of tasting a hearty stew: the olleta alcoyana, made with beans.
Day of the Entries
The Day of the Entries kicks off the festivities with a vibrant atmosphere in Alcoy on April 20th. From the early hours of the day, Plaça d’Espanya is filled with anticipation, with festeros full of energy and resplendent costumes for the Diana.
During the Christian Entry, the spectacle is impressive: visitors can enjoy the parade of the Captain, the squads, and the banners, in a display of music and color that recalls the defense of the city against Moorish attacks. After a brief pause, the Moorish Entry arrives, where fantasy and splendor intertwine in an oriental atmosphere full of dancers and African warriors, under a shower of confetti from the balconies.
Day of San Jorge
San Jorge Day in Alcoy (April 21st), the second day of the festivities, is dedicated to the Patron Saint San Jorge, embodied by the figure of a child, who is the undisputed protagonist of the Festival and is loved and admired by all. In the early morning, the second Diana takes place, in which the participants are children, thus creating a more familiar and jovial atmosphere.
At 11:00 am, there is a procession with the relic of San Jorge, from the church consecrated to this saint to that of Santa María. This event is one of the most emotional moments of the festivities, especially when white and red rose petals are thrown in the street San Lorenzo as Sant Jordiet passes, creating a magical atmosphere. The procession concludes with a mass where the Missa a Sant Jordi by Amando Blanquer is performed.
In the afternoon, at 6:00 pm, there is an evening Diana, called dels caballets, followed by the General Procession at 7:30 pm. In this procession, a meticulous order is followed, including the participation of different groups, from filàs to authorities, and culminating with the equestrian figure of San Jorge. The route, full of solemnity and majesty, ends at the temple of San Jorge, where an emotional act takes place. At the end of the procession, around 9:30 pm, the sky is lit up with a spectacular fireworks display from the Pont de Sant Jordi. The night concludes with the retreta, an informal parade where festeros parade on floats, throwing objects and small gifts to the public, in a atmosphere of celebration and joy.
Day of the Alardo
On the third and final day of the festivities (April 22nd), Alcoy is immersed in an intense day of action and fervor during the Day of the Alardo. The city witnesses a symbolic and thunderous struggle between Moors and Christians, where gunpowder and the roar of muskets fill the air. The dialectical struggle through Embassies and the non-bloody struggle with the thunderous musket immerse the city in a frenzy of emotions. Both sides take turns in the capture and reconquest of the castle, while Alcoy is impregnated with the smoke of gunpowder and the characteristic smell of musket shots.
The day culminates with the appearance of Sant Jordiet on horseback on the battlements of the Castle, marking the emotional end of the Festival Trilogy in honor of the city’s Patron Saint.
Gastronomy
Among the typical dishes of the festivities, highlights include “l’olleta de Músic,” a traditional stew, and the sweets known as “Moros”. As for beverages, coffee liqueur is a popular choice, either on its own or mixed. Combining it with cola results in the “plis-play,” while mixing it with lemon granita creates the refreshing “mentira.” Additionally, there’s herbero, a liqueur made with sweet anise and macerated herbs from the Sierra Mariola, as well as “Biri biri,” a liquor based on gin and orange.
