Calendar of Events

San Sebastian Day: January 20th is celebrated as the traditional Basque party day.

Carnival: The whole city celebrates by partying out on the streets. Fancy dress, parades, music, dance, games etc.

Village Fiestas: The months between July and October the smaller villages and remote towns celebrate their local "Fiestas"

San Fermin: Every year during July in Pamplona, a town close to San Sebastian, one of the biggest fiestas is celebrated which includes the running of the bulls.

Jazz Festival: Every year during the last 35 years at the end of July the annual Jazz Festival is held featuring performances by the greatest Jazz artists in the world.

Quincena Music Fortnight: Its a month long opera, dance, and symphony extravaganza that takes place in the local churches, theaters, and parks.

Semana Grande: Held during August the main celebration in San Sebastian showcases fireworks over the bay, concerts, an open air cinema, and around the clock partying along the streets.

Fishing Boat Regatta: La Concha Bay is where the best regatta teams will compete for the Bandera de La Concha prize every September.

International Film Festival: The annual film festival held during the end of september features films from around the world.

Folklore Festival in October, Bach Festival in November and Santo Tomas festival in December are the other festivals which tourists enjoy.

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