Festivals in Vélez-Rubio
Discover the main festivals, celebrations and traditions of Vélez-Rubio, municipality of Almería, in Andalusia.
Local festivals in Vélez-Rubio
Vélez-Rubio traditionally holds a well-attended Holy Week and summer festivities in early August. Brotherhoods, associations, the music band, the Town Council and residents participate in processions, parades, an opening speech, floats and gatherings in Plaza de la Encarnación, the churches, the historic centre and the fairground.
Holy Week
Holy Week unfolds over several days at different locations around the municipality, linking religious events with the town's community life.
Other cultural events
On 28 December, the Alcalde de Inocentes tradition includes a parade by the Maestro Rojas Band and a proclamation from the Town Hall balcony. The Agro Feria and music at Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación church complete the annual cultural calendar.