Elena Vidal
Elena Vidal reviews FestTrail’s festival research, source checks, logistics guidance and corrections, working from organizer and public-authority sources and recording uncertainty when an edition has not yet been confirmed.
Credentials & Expertise
Credentials
- ✓Primary-source verification for every published event date
- ✓Two-source rule enforced before publication
- ✓Transport, closure and ticket-phase research from operator sources
- ✓Scheduled recheck cycle per edition
Areas of Expertise
- •Spanish fiestas, ferias and carnivals
- •Semana Santa and other Easter-relative events
- •European music festival logistics
- •Festival accommodation zones and pricing
- •Event-day transport, closures and last services
- •Ticket release phases and access rules
Recent Posts
Badajoz Carnival 2026: Parade Dates and Route Guide
Badajoz Carnival 2026 runs February 13-22, with the Grand Parade on February 15. Get the Casco Antiguo route, viewing spots, and Murgas ticket details.
9/4/2026
Badajoz Carnival: 7 Things to Know Before You Go (2026-27 Guide)
Plan the Badajoz Carnival with this 7-part guide: comparsas, murgas, the sardine burial, street carnival, museum status, and border logistics.
9/4/2026
Sitges Carnival Parade Schedule 2026: Dates, Times, and Routes
The Sitges Carnival parade schedule for 2026: Rua de la Disbauxa and Rua de l'Extermini times, the full route, transport from Barcelona, and where to stand.
9/2/2026
7 Essential Sitges Carnival Events: 2026 and 2027 Survival Guide
Plan Sitges Carnival with 2026 and 2027 dates, the Disbauxa vs Extermini parade breakdown, transport options from Barcelona, and where to stay.
9/2/2026
Semana Santa León Processions Guide: Where and When to Watch in 2026
A semana santa leon processions guide to La Ronda, the Good Friday Encuentro, and where to stand across Plaza Mayor and Barrio Húmedo in 2026.
8/31/2026
7 Best Semana Santa León Experiences: Processions, Rituals & Traditions
Plan Semana Santa León around La Ronda, the Procesión de los Pasos, and five more essential experiences, plus etiquette, food, and where to stand in 2026.
8/31/2026
Los Indianos La Palma: 7 Things to Know Before You Go
What Los Indianos in La Palma is, when it happens, the dress code, La Negra Tomasa, and where to watch in Santa Cruz de La Palma.
8/29/2026
What to Wear to Los Indianos in La Palma: Full Packing Checklist
A practical checklist for what to wear and bring to Los Indianos in Santa Cruz de La Palma: clothing, accessories, powder protection, and what to skip.
8/29/2026
Feria de Albacete 2026: 8 Things to Know Before You Go
Planning the Feria de Albacete? Here's what to know before September 7-17: the Sarten layout, Miguelitos, bullfights, and where to stay in 2026.
8/27/2026
Recinto Ferial de Albacete: Inside the Permanent Fairground
A practical guide to the recinto ferial de Albacete: the 1783 Sartén layout, the September 7-17 fair, and the Tuesday Los Invasores market.
8/27/2026
Festival de Jerez Tickets: The 2027 Booking Guide
Book festival de jerez tickets for 2027: abono discounts, Teatro Villamarta hours, official booking channels, and venue tips for Jerez de la Frontera.
8/25/2026
Festival de Jerez 2026: 8 Things to Know Before You Go
Festival de Jerez 2026 runs February 20 to March 7. Here are 8 things to know about venues, workshops, tickets, and where to stay before you go.
8/25/2026
Corpus Christi Toledo: A 2026 Guide to Spain's Great Eucharistic Feast
Plan your 2026 Corpus Christi Toledo visit: procession route, Zocodover Square seating, cathedral hours, and Toledo, Ohio parish details.
8/18/2026
8 Things to Know About Starlite Festival Marbella (2026 Guide)
Plan Starlite Festival Marbella around the Nagüeles Quarry venue, the 2026 line-up, Gastro dining, and VIP logistics with this practical, number-backed guide.
8/18/2026
Descenso del Sella: The Complete 2026 Guide to Arriondas' River Descent
Plan your descenso del sella trip: routes from Arriondas to Ribadesella, 2026 prices, departure windows, and how the return shuttle works.
8/16/2026
8 Things to Know About Els Enfarinats in Ibi: 2026 Flour Fight Guide
Els Enfarinats in Ibi: the December 28 flour fight timeline, how to join La Oposicio, safety tips, and how to get to Ibi from Alicante in 2026.
8/16/2026
Fiestas de la Paloma Madrid 2026: Local Guide to the August Verbena
Fiestas de la Paloma Madrid 2026: dates, the Las Vistillas concert schedule, the Virgen procession, chotis traditions, and heat-survival tips for La Latina.
8/16/2026
Cruïlla Barcelona Guide: Tickets, Transport & Tips
Plan your Cruïlla Barcelona visit with practical guidance on tickets, transport, accommodation, festival-day logistics, costs, and current rules.
8/14/2026
14 Things to Know About Sonorama Ribera Aranda de Duero
Plan Sonorama Ribera in Aranda de Duero with 14 practical tips covering dates, tickets, accommodation, transport, costs, packing, and local logistics.
8/14/2026
Viña Rock Villarrobledo: Practical Festival Travel Guide
Plan Viña Rock in Villarrobledo with practical guidance on tickets, transport, accommodation, camping, budgeting, entry rules, and packing.
8/14/2026
7 Things to Know Before Arenal Sound Burriana 2026: Tickets, Camping & Transport
Planning for Arenal Sound Burriana? This 2026 guide covers ticket tiers, camping trade-offs, transport from Valencia, and the cashless wristband system.
8/12/2026
Low Festival Benidorm Guide: 2026 Dates, Tickets, and VIP Pool
Plan your trip to Low Festival Benidorm: 2026 and 2027 dates, VIP Pool ticket tiers, venue details, and where to stay near Ciudad Deportiva Guillermo Amor.
8/12/2026
Medusa Festival Cullera 2026: Tickets, Camping, and Travel Guide
Plan Medusa Festival Cullera 2026 (Aug 13-17): compare camping tiers from Sea Camp to Luxury Village, ticket add-ons, and travel from Valencia.
8/12/2026
Carnaval de Águilas: The Complete Guide to Murcia's Carnival
Carnaval de Águilas guide: the four characters, Day vs Night Carnival, tickets, La Cuerva, and where to stay for Murcia's 2027 dates.
8/10/2026
7 Best Events at Carnaval de Las Palmas Gran Canaria (2027)
Plan carnaval las palmas gran canaria with 2027 dates, the Drag Queen Gala, Grand Parade route, ticket strategy, and where to stay in the Port area.
8/10/2026
Festival de Málaga 2026: Dates, Tickets, Venues, and Biznaga Awards Guide
Festival de Málaga 2026 dates, tickets, venues, and Biznaga awards, plus how this Spanish-language showcase compares to San Sebastián and Sitges.
8/8/2026
8 Things to Know About the San Sebastian Film Festival in 2026
Planning the San Sebastian Film Festival? Here are 8 things to know: 2026 dates, ticket prices, top venues, and how public sale actually works.
8/8/2026
Sitges Film Festival Guide: Tickets, Venues, and the Barcelona Day Trip
Plan the Sitges Film Festival: ticket packs vs. single tickets, Auditori and historic-center venues, the Zombie Walk, and the Barcelona day-trip decision.
8/8/2026
Semana Santa Cuenca 2026: Turbas, Processions, Etiquette
Plan Semana Santa Cuenca 2026: March 29-April 5 dates, the Hosanna and Turbas processions, San Felipe Neri etiquette, and where to stand in the old town.
8/6/2026
Semana Santa Valladolid 2027: The Open-Air Sculpture Museum of Holy Week
Semana Santa Valladolid guide: 2027 dates, tribuna seating, and Gregorio Fernández's museum-grade pasos in Castile's silent Holy Week processions.
8/6/2026
Semana Santa Zamora 2026: 7 Best Processions, Sites, and Traditions
Semana Santa Zamora 2026 runs March 29 to April 5. See the 7 best processions, the Capas Pardas, Bercianos de Aliste, and where to stand for El Silencio.
8/6/2026
Festa do Apóstolo Santiago 2026: 6 Best Events in Santiago de Compostela
Festa do Apóstolo Santiago 2026 guide: dates, the Botafumeiro schedule, where to watch the July 24 fireworks, and how the 2027 Holy Year changes crowds.
8/4/2026
Festival de Ortigueira: 2026 Guide to Galicia's Free Celtic Music Festival
Plan the Festival de Ortigueira with 2026 dates, free Morouzos Beach camping, the Runas Contest, FEVE train access, and nearby Ortegal coast stops.
8/4/2026
Rapa das Bestas Sabucedo 2026: The Ultimate Visitor's Guide
Plan your trip to the Rapa das Bestas Sabucedo festival: 2026 dates, the no-ropes tradition, Bajada schedule, tickets, and camping logistics in Galicia.
8/4/2026
Concurs de Castells Tarragona: 2026 Guide to Tickets and Dates
Plan the 2026 Concurs de Castells in Tarragona: the ticket lottery dates, Saturday vs Sunday session differences, and how to visit the Tarraco Arena Plaça.
8/2/2026
7 Things to Know Before You Attend La Patum de Berga (2026 Guide)
Plan your trip to la patum de berga with the 2026 schedule, mandatory fire-safety gear, free public access, and how to pick the daytime or full night event.
8/2/2026
Nit de Sant Joan Barcelona: 2026 Guide to Bonfires, Beaches, and Parties
Plan Nit de Sant Joan in Barcelona: 2026 dates, the Flama del Canigó, beach bonfires, coca de Sant Joan, and transport tips for June 23.
8/2/2026
Cruces de Mayo Cordoba: 6 Best Neighborhoods for the 2026 Festival
Cruces de Mayo Cordoba 2026: dates, hours, prize money, and the 6 best neighborhoods for photos, tapas, and dancing, plus the final-day trap to avoid.
7/31/2026
Feria de Córdoba 2026: Complete Guide to El Arenal's Open-Door Fair
Plan your feria de cordoba trip: 2026 dates, El Arenal logistics, accessible access, and why Córdoba's public casetas welcome every visitor.
7/31/2026
Feria del Caballo Jerez 2026 & 2027: Complete Visitor Guide
Plan the Feria del Caballo Jerez with 2026 and 2027 dates, logistics, and local tips, including why Jerez's public casetas set it apart from Seville's April Fair.
7/31/2026
Sant Antoni Mallorca: A Town-by-Town Guide to the January Fire Festival
Plan Sant Antoni Mallorca (16-17 January): compare Sa Pobla, Pollença, and Artà, get correfoc safety tips, and fit in Palma's Sant Sebastià dates.
7/29/2026
7 Sant Joan Ciutadella Menorca Moments for a Safer 2026 Trip
Plan Sant Joan Ciutadella Menorca 2026 around 7 key moments: Caragol des Born, Jocs des Pla, horse safety, transport, and Ginet.
7/29/2026
Sant Sebastià Palma 2026: Dates, Correfoc & Torrada Guide
Plan Sant Sebastià in Palma: 2026 dates, Revetla concerts by plaza, correfoc safety tips, and how to join the public torrada bonfires.
7/29/2026
Aste Nagusia Bilbao 2026: 7 Things You Can't Miss at the Basque Great Week
Plan Aste Nagusia Bilbao with 2026 dates (Aug 22-30), free txosnas, nightly fireworks, and exactly where to be in Casco Viejo, El Arenal, and Abandoibarra.
7/27/2026
Semana Grande San Sebastián 2026: A Complete Festival Guide
Plan Semana Grande San Sebastián 2026 (Aug 8-15): the cannon-shot opening, nightly fireworks over La Concha, the pirate Abordaia, and where to stay and eat.
7/27/2026
Tamborrada San Sebastián: 24-Hour Guide to the Drum Festival
Plan your Tamborrada San Sebastián trip: the 24-hour Izada-to-Arriada schedule, crowd tips for Plaza de la Constitución, and where to eat pintxos on January 20.
7/27/2026
Festivals in Spain: Verified Dates and Planning Calendar
Every major Spanish festival by month — fixed dates where they exist, the rule for the ones that move with Easter, and how far ahead to book each.
7/25/2026
Batalla del Vino, Haro: La Rioja's Wine Fight Explained
Plan your trip to the Batalla del Vino in Haro: dates, the climb to Riscos de Bilibio, what to wear, and the Las Vueltas march back into town.
7/25/2026
Bienal de Flamenco Seville: Dates, Tickets & Venue Guide
Bienal de Flamenco Seville runs September 9-October 3. Get confirmed dates, ticket prices (12€-75€), a venue-by-venue guide, and Sara Baras's return details.
7/25/2026
Bilbao BBK Live: The Complete Kobetamendi Planning Guide
Plan Bilbao BBK Live with this guide to the Kobetamendi shuttle buses, ticket costs, camping vs. city stays, and mistakes first-timers make.
7/25/2026
Carnaval de Cádiz Guide: Satire, Songs, and Street Party Tips
Plan your Carnaval de Cádiz trip: chirigotas vs comparsas, the free ilegales street parties, and practical tips on trains, lodging, and tickets.
7/25/2026
Feria de Abril Seville Guide: Casetas, Dates & Local Etiquette
Plan Feria de Abril Seville with this guide to the two-weeks-after-Easter dates, public vs private casetas, what to wear, and how to navigate the Real de la Feria.
7/25/2026
Feria de Málaga: Day Fair vs Night Fair, and Getting There
Feria de Málaga dates, the Day Fair vs Night Fair split, transit options, and what to eat, drink, and wear for the city's biggest August festival.
7/25/2026
Festa Major de Gràcia: Dates, Map, and Insider Guide
Festa Major de Gràcia Barcelona guide: exact Aug 15-21 dates, metro tips, Correfoc safety, decorated streets, and how to visit Gràcia respectfully.
7/25/2026
FIB Benicàssim Guide: Tickets, Lineup, and Survival Tips
Plan FIB Benicàssim: dates, ticket prices, flights from Valencia or Alicante, and why the night-owl schedule changes how you pack.
7/25/2026
Fiestas del Pilar Zaragoza: A Travel Guide
Plan the Fiestas del Pilar in Zaragoza: dates, the flower offering dress code, FIZ music festival, transport changes, and where to stay.
7/25/2026
Granada Music and Dance Festival: Alhambra Venues & Tickets
A practical guide to the Granada Music and Dance Festival: Alhambra venues, the free FEX program, ticket timing, and where to stay near the Generalife.
7/25/2026
Hogueras de San Juan, Alicante: Dates, Mascletà and Cremà
Plan hogueras de san juan alicante with dates, the daily mascletà at Plaza de los Luceros, the Nit de la Cremà, food, and where to watch safely.
7/25/2026
San Sebastian Jazz Festival: The Ultimate Jazzaldia Guide
Plan the San Sebastian Jazz Festival (Jazzaldia): venue trade-offs, free vs. ticketed shows, PMR accessibility notes, and where to stay.
7/25/2026
La Mercè Barcelona: Dates, Events & Local Survival Guide
Plan a visit to La Mercè Barcelona, running September 23-27, 2026. Get correfoc safety tips, castellers viewing spots, and the Piromusical finale schedule.
7/25/2026
La Tomatina: The Complete Survival and Logistics Guide
Planning La Tomatina 2026? Get the full guide to tickets, Valencia transport, survival gear, and the Palo Jabón timeline for Buñol's tomato fight.
7/25/2026
Las Fallas Valencia: Dates, Mascletà and La Cremà Guide
Las Fallas Valencia guide: dates, daily Mascletà times, La Cremà schedule, entry costs, neighborhoods, and how to plan one day or several at Spain's fire festival.
7/25/2026
Mad Cool Festival Madrid: The Complete Visitor Guide
Plan Mad Cool Festival Madrid at the Iberdrola Music site in Villaverde, with transport, ticket, and neighborhood advice plus a Primavera Sound comparison.
7/25/2026
Misteri d'Elx Guide: How to See Spain's Medieval Mystery Play
Plan your Misteri d'Elx visit with dates, free-entry versus paid-rehearsal trade-offs, and a breakdown of the Vespra and Festa acts in Elche.
7/25/2026
Moros y Cristianos, Alcoy: Parades, Seats and Getting There
Plan Moros y Cristianos in Alcoy: the 3-day Trilogía Festera schedule, chair bookings via Associació de Sant Jordi, dates, and the 750th-anniversary events.
7/25/2026
Patios de Córdoba Festival: Complete Visitor Guide
Plan the Patios de Córdoba festival: exact dates, free entry, best routes, and how to skip crowds and the midday closure.
7/25/2026
Primavera Sound Barcelona: 9 Things to Know Before You Go
Plan a Primavera Sound Barcelona trip with Parc del Fòrum logistics, the 4 PM to 6 AM schedule, Primavera a la Ciutat shows, transit options, and ticket basics.
7/25/2026
Resurrection Fest Viveiro: Tickets, Transport, and Where to Stay
Plan Resurrection Fest Viveiro: July 1-4 dates, ticket prices, the 12-minute checkout rule, transport options, and where to stay in Viveiro, Galicia.
7/25/2026
Romería del Rocío: Guide to Spain's Largest Pilgrimage
Plan the Romería del Rocío in Almonte: dates, the four pilgrimage routes, the Salto de la Reja, and what El Rocío's sand streets require.
7/25/2026
Rototom Sunsplash Benicàssim: Camping, Tickets and Getting There
Plan your trip to Rototom Sunsplash with practical tips on tickets, camping versus Benicàssim apartments, family zones, and Solé Rototom Beach.
7/25/2026
San Fermín Pamplona Guide: Running of the Bulls & Beyond
Plan your San Fermín Pamplona trip with the Chupinazo schedule, encierro route, balcony viewing options, dress code, and safety rules for the Running of the Bulls.
7/25/2026
Fiestas de San Isidro, Madrid: The Pradera and What's On
Plan around the fiestas de san isidro madrid: Pradera romería, rosquilla flavors, Las Vistillas concerts, metro routes, and real costs in euros.
7/25/2026
Semana Santa Malaga: 7 Must-See Moments of Holy Week
Semana Santa Malaga dates, the tronos and Nazarenos, must-see moments like El Cautivo and the Spanish Legion, plus where to watch and what to skip.
7/25/2026
Semana Santa Seville: A Guide to Spain's Holy Week
Plan Semana Santa Seville: dates, the Madrugá, balcony versus street viewing, procession etiquette, and where to find torrijas during Holy Week.
7/25/2026
Sónar Barcelona: Tickets, Venues, and Sónar Week Logistics
Sónar Barcelona runs June 18-20 across two venues. This guide covers Fira Gran Via vs Llotja de Mar, Sónar+D, OFFSónar, tickets, and SonarBus transport.
7/25/2026
Carnaval de Tenerife: Dates, Tickets and Where to Stay
Plan the Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife: when it falls each year, ticket rules for the Gala de la Reina, and where to stay in and around Santa Cruz.
7/25/2026