Experience the Vibrant Festivals of Maestrat and Surrounding Areas

Fiestas

Traiguera and Sant Jordi Annual Festivals

• Fiesta Virgen de la Asunción y San Roque: Traiguera’s biggest celebration honors the Virgin of the Assumption and Saint Roque over 10 days of traditional activities. Expect music concerts, exhibitions, firework displays, bike races, and local dinners. It’s a lively event that brings the whole town together!
• Fira Romana (Roman Fair) (First Weekend in October): Step back in time with Romans, nymphs, mythical creatures, and street performers filling the streets of Traiguera. This immersive event is a must-see for anyone interested in Roman history and culture.
• Sant Jordi Festivals : A vibrant celebration with bullfighting, folk dancing, concerts by the local music band and choir, and traditional sisterhood dinners. The spirit of Sant Jordi fills the town with festivity and joy.
• Mostra d'Oficis Tradicionals (Traditional Crafts Fair) (Early August): A celebration of local crafts and traditions, this fair is perfect for those wanting to experience the region's rich artisan culture.

Nearby Festivals You Won’t Want to Miss

• Cervera del Maestre – Encuentro de Dragones y Bestias de Fuego (Early Summer): An awe-inspiring event filled with fireworks, dragons, music, and processions. This fire-filled celebration is as loud as it is spectacular, making it one of Casa de Olivos' favorites.
• Sant Mateu Medieval Fira (Medieval Fair) (Late Summer): Step into the past with medieval street performers, jousting tournaments, food stalls, and crafts. A delight for all ages!
• Vinaròs Festivals (Year-Round): Vinaròs hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year. In January, the town celebrates its Carnival, a regional event of tourist interest with parades and costumes. During summer, Saint John and Saint Peter’s feast days bring outdoor music, fireworks, and maritime processions. The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Procession (July 16) honors the sailors with a beautiful sea-based celebration.

Valencia – A City That Knows How to Party

Just a short drive away, Valencia is famous for its lively and diverse festivals. The most iconic celebration is Las Fallas, a world-renowned event in March. During Las Fallas, giant, intricately crafted effigies (Ninots) are paraded through the streets, and at the end of the week, they are burned in a dramatic finale. It's a spectacle not to be missed, attracting visitors from all over the globe.