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Álava Events 2026

Explore 14 upcoming events and festivals in Álava, Basque Country.

14 Events

Upcoming Events

Umbra Light Festival

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Feb 14, 2026 - Feb 16, 2026

An artistic event showcasing light installations and performances.

Zalduondo Carnival

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Mar 1, 2026

One of the oldest rural carnivals in Álava, featuring traditional characters and rituals. In 2025, it celebrates the 50th anniversary of its revival.

📍 Zalduondo

Salcedo Carnival

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Mar 8, 2026

A unique rural carnival where the "Porretero" effigy symbolizes the community's misfortunes and is ceremonially judged and burned.

📍 Salcedo (Lantarón)

Itzulia Basque Country (Stage 1)

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Apr 6, 2026 - Apr 7, 2026

The opening stage of the prestigious Basque Country cycling tour, featuring a challenging individual time trial.

📍 Vitoria-Gasteiz

San Prudencio & Estíbaliz Festivals

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Apr 28, 2026

Álava's patron saint festivities, including the iconic Tamborrada drum parade, which celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2025.

📍 Vitoria-Gasteiz & Armentia

Martín Fiz Marathon

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May 10, 2026

A major running event attracting over 4,000 participants, featuring various race distances and a children's marathon.

📍 Vitoria-Gasteiz

Araba Euskaraz

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Jun 14, 2026

An annual festival promoting the Basque language, organized by local ikastolas (Basque-language schools), with cultural activities and performances.

📍 Amurrio

Azkena Rock Festival

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Jun 18, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026

A renowned rock music festival featuring international and underground artists, held annually since 2002.

📍 Vitoria-Gasteiz

IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz

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Jul 13, 2026

An international triathlon event encompassing swimming, cycling, and running, attracting athletes worldwide.

📍 Vitoria-Gasteiz

Vitoria-Gasteiz Jazz Festival

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Jul 15, 2026 - Jul 20, 2026

A prestigious jazz festival showcasing renowned artists and emerging talents in various venues across the city.

📍 Vitoria-Gasteiz

Fiestas de La Blanca

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Aug 4, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026

The city's main festival honoring the Virgin Blanca, featuring concerts, traditional dances, and the famous descent of Celedón.

📍 Vitoria-Gasteiz

Virgen de la Encina (Artziniega)

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Sep 8, 2026

A religious festivity honoring the Virgin of the Holm Oak.

Bernaola Festival (Vitoria-Gasteiz)

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Oct 14, 2026 - Feb 3, 2027

A music festival celebrating contemporary compositions.

San Esteban (Arratzua-Ubarrundia)

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Dec 26, 2026

A local celebration marking the feast of Saint Stephen.