The Murcia Fair (Feria de Murcia), also known as the September Fair, is one of the most important and anticipated festivities of the year in the city of Murcia. With its roots dating back to the 13th century, this fair uniquely blends tradition and modernity, offering locals and visitors an unparalleled cultural and festive experience. From concerts and attractions to religious and gastronomic events, the Feria de Murcia is a must-see if you visit the region in September.

When is the Murcia Fair 2024?

The Murcia Fair is celebrated annually during the first half of September. In 2024, the festivities will begin on 5 September and will run until 17 September. During these days, the city comes to life with a wide variety of activities, including parades, concerts, cultural events, and many other forms of entertainment.

The history of the Murcia Fair is deeply tied to tradition and religion. Initially, the fair began as an opportunity for trade and the exchange of goods among the region’s towns. Over time, it took on a more festive and social character, becoming the event we know today. The Virgen de la Fuensanta, patroness of Murcia, plays a central role in the celebrations, and her pilgrimage is one of the most emotional moments of the fair.

How to get to the Murcia Fair?

There are several transport options for getting to the Murcia Fair, but the quickest and most convenient way is with MiTaxi.net. On our website, you can book a Taxi, VIP Transfer, or Minivan in Murcia to reach the Feria comfortably. You can also go directly to the party from other parts of the region or the peninsula.

Other transport options to the Murcia Fair include:

  • By train: Murcia’s train station is just a few minutes from the city centre and offers direct connections to cities like Madrid, Valencia, and Barcelona.
  • By bus: Murcia has a wide network of intercity buses connecting the city with other towns in the region and the country. Additionally, during the fair, extra bus services are provided, making it easier to access the main celebration areas.

What to do at the Murcia Fair?

The Murcia Fair is an event that offers activities for all tastes and ages. Here are some of the highlights you can enjoy during these days:

  • Attractions and booths: The FICA area is one of the main meeting points during the fair. Here, both children and adults can enjoy a wide variety of rides, from roller coasters to carousels. Additionally, the booths are an ideal place to sample local cuisine, with typical dishes like “zarangollo,” “michirones,” and the famous Murcian meat pie.
  • Pilgrimage of the Virgen de la Fuensanta: This is one of the most beloved traditions of the Feria de Murcia. Each year, thousands of Murcians accompany the Virgen de la Fuensanta on her journey from the cathedral to her sanctuary in the mountains. The pilgrimage is an event filled with devotion and symbolism, where the faithful dress in traditional attire and walk in procession while singing the hymn of the Virgen de la Fuensanta.
  • Moors and Christians: One of the most iconic events of the Murcia Fair is the Moors and Christians Festival, which recreates the historical confrontation between both sides in a spectacle full of elaborate costumes, music, and dramatization. Most of the events take place in the Medieval Camp, located in the Jardín de San Esteban.
  • Los Huertos del Malecón: Located in the iconic Jardín del Malecón, these allotments are one of the most traditional spaces of the fair. Here, different groups and associations set up allotments where they offer typical food, drinks, crafts, and cultural activities. It is the perfect place to enjoy local gastronomy in a relaxed and festive atmosphere.
  • Fireworks: The fair also features fireworks displays that light up the entire sky of Murcia. This event will take place on 6 and 10 September.
  • Exhibitions and cultural events: During the fair, Murcia also becomes a cultural centre. The city’s museums and cultural centres organise exhibitions, workshops, and conferences that complement the more festive activities.

Concerts – Lemon Pop Festival 2024

One of the highlights of the Murcia Fair is the Lemon Pop Festival, a musical event that has gained notoriety in the indie scene both nationally and internationally. The festival is held in two venues (the terrace of Los Molinos del Río and the Parque de Fofó Auditorium), offering free concerts that attract a young and enthusiastic audience.

Lemon Pop started as a small alternative festival in the 1990s and has grown into one of the most important events of the fair. Emerging and established bands in the indie pop and rock scene come to Murcia to offer energetic performances. The free admission and proximity of the venues to the city centre make it a must-attend event for music lovers. This edition will feature performances by The Wave Pictures, Kurt Baker, and Pony Bravo, among others.

Lemon Pop Murcia 2024 lineup

In addition to Lemon Pop, the Murcia Fair 2024 will feature a varied programme of concerts and DJ sessions covering all musical genres. From flamenco and traditional music to rock and electronic, the fair’s musical offering is highly diverse.

The Murcia Fair 2024 promises to be an unforgettable celebration where tradition and modernity come together to offer a unique experience. From the most traditional activities to the most contemporary musical events, the fair has something for everyone. If you have the opportunity to visit Murcia in September, don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in this colourful, musical, and flavourful festival.

The Carthaginians and Romans Festival is the highlight event of Cartagena and is celebrated every year for ten days starting from the first Friday after September 15th. This commemoration, which revives the heroic events of the Second Punic War that occurred over 2,200 years ago, has been a tradition since 1990 and attracts history enthusiasts and tourists from all over the world. During the festival, participants can immerse themselves in a series of performances and activities that reflect Cartagena’s rich culture and past. In this article, we’ll provide you with all the information you need and give you some tips to make the most of the Carthaginians and Romans Festival.

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Coca-Cola Music Experience (CCME) is a music festival held in Madrid (Spain) since 2011. It takes place every year during the summer and usually attracts large crowds. The aim of the program is to provide a space for music and art to come together and create something new. The festival returns in full force this 2024.

The festival’s main stage features a giant screen showing live images of the artists, while a smaller one is used for more intimate performances by local talent or other artists not yet known to most attendees.

This event brings together international music stars, emerging artists and local talent for two nights of live performances. Each year more than 30 artists from different genres such as pop, rock, reggaeton and electronic music perform.

Where is the Coca-Cola Music Experience held?

The festival will be held the Recinto John Lennon, which is located in Getafe (in the south of the Community of Madrid). The space has a capacity of around 50,000 people.

When will this festival take place?

The Coca-Cola Music Experience 2024 will be held on September 13 and 14 (Friday and Saturday). The festival site opens its gates from 2:00 pm.

How to get to the Coca-Cola Music Experience

There are different options to get to the Coca-Cola Music Experience, but the best way is to do it with Mitaxi.net. You can go by cab with 3 other people or even by Minivan with up to 6 friends. On our website you can book your transfer to Recinto John Lennon in Getafe from anywhere in Madrid or the rest of Spain.

Other ways to get to the festival are by metro (line 12), suburban train (lines C3 and C4) or bus (lines 442, 447, N805 and N807) and finish the journey on foot.

2024 lineup

In the Coca-Cola Music Experience 2024 Tony Aguilar will present some of the best artists of the current music scene, such as Manuel Turizo, Rauw AlejandroMyke Towers, Young Miko, Arde Bogotá, Dimitri Vegas, Chanel, Iñigo Quintero, Paul Thin, Judeline and Violeta.

Coca-Cola Music Experience 2024 lineup
Source: https://www.coca-cola.com/es/es/offerings/musica

Tickets

You can buy tickets online. Coca-Cola Music Experience sells its tickets through Imáseme Tickets. There are two types of tickets:

Day ticket: It costs 45 euros + booking fee. With it you can attend the festival one of the two days.
Full ticket: It costs 65 euros + booking fee, but on the first days of sale there is a special price of 55 euros. With it you can access the festival both Friday and Saturday.

After buying your ticket you have to register on the Coca-Cola website. When you have done this you will receive an email with the nominal ticket. Then you just have to think about how to go to the festival to enjoy unforgettable days of music and dance at the CCME 2024.

The B-Side Festival of Molina de Segura, one of the outstanding cultural events in the Region of Murcia, is preparing to celebrate its XIX edition in 2024. The festival is presented as a cultural meeting point in the city of Molina de Segura, offering two days full of live music and parallel activities that will attract both locals and visitors from all over the region.

During the event, attendees will be able to enjoy activities such as the Pre-BSide, which will serve as a musical aperitif to warm up before the main festival. The BSide Tapas proposal will offer concerts in various city squares. On the other hand, the little ones will have their own space in the Baby BSide, specially designed for children to have fun and enjoy musical experiences adapted to their age. And to encourage emerging talent, the Band Competition offers a unique platform for new artists to showcase their art and passion for music. The winners of the first edition of this competition are the members of the band Edgar Allan Pop, who will have the opportunity to perform on the main stage of the festival.

Where does the B-Side Festival take place?

The B-Side Festival is held in Molina de Segura (Region of Murcia), at the Molina Events Venue (REMO). This venue has a capacity of 9,000 people.

When will this festival take place?

The 2024 B-Side Festival will be held on 13 and 14 September.

How to get to the B-Side Festival

If you are looking to get to the B-Side Festival in the fastest and most comfortable way, the best thing to do is to choose Mitaxi.net. On our website you can easily book a taxi to Molina de Segura. We also have a Minivan, ideal for groups of up to 8 people.

Other options to get to the festival are via tram or bus.

B-Side Festival 2024 lineup

The B-Side Festival 2024 will feature performances by renowned national rock artists, including Amaral, Iván Ferreiro, Sloé and Cala Vento.

B-Side Festival 2024 lineup
Source: https://b-sidefestival.com/

Tickets

You can buy tickets online at the B-Side Festival website:

  • Saturday ticket: For access to the festival on the 14th. The ticket price starts at 31,90 euros (the price goes up as the tickets are sold out).
  • Friday’s events are free.

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.

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Leyendas del Rock is one of the most important rock festivals in Spain, and returns in 2024 for its seventeenth edition. Over the years, this event has brought together legendary and emerging bands in Villena (Alicante) in an atmosphere charged with energy and passion. With a solid track record and an impeccable reputation, the Leyendas del Rock offers attendees an unparalleled musical experience, where they can enjoy unforgettable performances and immerse themselves in the unique atmosphere that characterises this festival.

Considered a true benchmark in the genre, this festival attracts fans from all over the world, who flock to enjoy more than 60 performances spread over four days and five different stages.

Where does Leyendas del Rock take place?

The Leyendas del Rock is held in Villena (Alicante), in the Municipal Sports Centre. This venue has a capacity of 20,000 people.

When will this festival take place?

The Leyendas del Rock Festival 2024 will take place from 7 to 10 August.

How to get to Leyendas del Rock

If you are looking to get to Leyendas del Rock in the fastest and most comfortable way, trust Mitaxi.net. On our website you can easily book a taxi or a Minivan, perfect for groups of up to 8 people, and get to the Municipal Sports Centre of Villena without complications.

You can also get to the festival in other ways:

  • Train: There are trains from Alicante, Murcia, Madrid and Barcelona to Villena. You can check timetables and prices on the RENFE website.
  • Bus: There are several intercity bus lines that connect Villena with other nearby towns. The bus from Alicante takes 2 hours and 5 minutes and the bus from Murcia takes 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Leyendas del Rock Festival 2024 lineup

The Leyendas del Rock 2024 will feature some of the best rock and metal artists such as Amon AmarthDimmu Borgir, Blind Guardian, Behemoth, Dokken, Crisix, Rata Blanca, Electric Callboy, While She Sleeps, Jinjer and Tarja.

Leyendas del Rock 2024 lineup
Source: https://www.leyendasdelrockfestival.com/

Tickets

You can buy tickets online at Ticketmaster and Fnac or at any of the physical points indicated on the Leyendas del Rock Festival website. There are several types of tickets:

  • Day ticket: For access to single days of the festival. It costs 60 euros on the 7th and 80 euros the rest of the days.
  • Full ticket: To access the 4 days of the festival. It costs 160 euros.
  • Shadow Camping ticket: For access during the whole festival to the Shadow Camping Zone, a forest with tents located right next to the festival site. It costs 25 euros.
  • Swimming Pool ticket: For 4 days access to the Swimming Pool area, an area with natural grass and two large swimming pools that includes showers, toilets, lockers, etc. It costs 20 euros.

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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.

Arenal Sound 2024 lineup
Source: https://www.arenalsound.com/en/

Arenal Sound 2024 tickets

You can buy tickets online, through the official Arenal Sound website. There are several types of tickets:

  • 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.

If you like music festivals you will be interested in reading this guide about Bilbao BBK Live.

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 PlanetasSlowdive and Floating Points.

Bilbao BBK Live 2024 lineup
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.

mad cool festival 2024 lineup
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 Iconic Sevilla Fest is a music festival that is held in Seville since 2021. After the success of the previous edition, the festival returns in 2024 with new artists and shows. The event is a celebration of Seville’s music, art and gastronomy.

As in previous editions, heritage and culture will be combined in the form of a ‘boutique festival‘ with top artists and the best culinary offerings. For this reason, the organizers will once again bet on “The Village“, a space between the Plaza de España and Maria Luisa Park where you can enjoy the most select gastronomy.

This edition of the festival will bring together international artists of varied styles, such as electronic music, hip hop, neoclassical music, trap or rock, among others.

Where is Icónica Sevilla Fest held?

The 2024 edition will also take place in Seville’s emblematic Plaza de España, which is located on Avenida Isabel la Católica.

When will this festival take place?

The 2024 Iconic Sevilla Fest will be held from Thursday, June 7 to Saturday, July 16. The concerts start at 22:00 hours.

How to get to Icónica Sevilla Fest

You can get to Icónica Sevilla Fest in several ways, but the best option you can find is MiTaxi.net. On our website you can book a Taxi, Private Car, Minivan or VIP Transfer in Seville to get to Iconica Sevilla Fest comfortably. You can also go directly to the festival from anywhere in Andalusia or the rest of the Spain.

Icónica Sevilla Fest 2024 lineup

In the Icónica Sevilla Fest 2024 there will be 26 concerts with several renowned artists. In this edition you can enjoy the music of Aitana, Melendi, Manuel Turizo, Marc Anthony, Tom Jones, Maluma, Carl Cox, Jamie Cullum, Rozalén and David Bisbal.

Icónica Sevilla Fest 2024 lineup
Source: https://iconicafest.com

Tickets

You can buy tickets for the Icónica Sevilla Fest online through their website and See Tickets, and physically at La Teatral de Sevilla. Prices include booking fees, which vary depending on where they are purchased.

Tickets are for each concert, and prices also vary depending on the artist you are going to see and the area. On the official website you can find all the information about the tickets.