Summer's heat is here, and with it, summer festivals. A phenomenon that had its heyday in the 80s, but which in the 21st century not only continues to attract public interest, but also grows every year in size, number, and variety. Undoubtedly, many will miss out, but in ExpoFlamenco We've selected twelve that every fan should enjoy at least once, or preferably more than once. Let's get started.
Gypsy stew from Utrera
We'll start with a total summer classic. The festival of... is celebrating its 70th anniversary. Brotherhood of the Gypsies from Utrera, who combines good flamenco with an irresistible gastronomic tasting. This year it's the right-handed one. Moorish from Puebla who will be honored, and the poster highlights Marina Heredia, Antonio Reyes and Jesús Méndez, along with the dance of Joseph Maya.
– Where: Courtyard of the Salesian School of Utrera (Seville)
– When: June 27
– To learn more: https://potajegitano.com/
Ecijan Flamenco Night
Its first edition dates back to 1973, and since then it has been one of the most established events on the calendar jondowhich brings the town's architectural heritage to life. This year it will pay tribute to figures such as Enrique El Clavero, on the centenary of his birth, Pepe Marchena, and Enrique El Gandinga. The program includes, David Peña Dorantes, Pepe León El Ecijano, El Perrete, Rubén Levaniegos, Antonio García Hijo and La YiyaAnd the closing gala will be dedicated to women in the flamenco, with Alicia Gil, Encarna Anillo, Eles Bellido, Alba Espert and Luisa Palicio.
– Where: Palace of Peñaflower of Écija (Seville)
– When: from June 29 to July 3
– To learn more: https://www.ecija.es/festivalflamenco/
Art Festival Flamenco from Mont-de-Marsan (France)
About the event flamenco The world's largest festival outside of France is gearing up for a new edition that will open Manuel Linanand will feature figures such as Alfonso Losa & Paula Comitre, David Coria, Alejandro Hurtado with Patricia Guerrero, Mercedes Ruiz, María Moreno or the extraordinary meeting of Segundo Falcón, Paco Jarana and Manolo Franco, among many other events and masterclasses.
– Where: Espace François-Mitterrand and Le Pôle, Mont-de-Marsan (France)
– When: from June 30 to July 4
– To learn more: https://festivalarteflamenco.fr/
Gazpacho from Moron
Spoons and cheers also come together in another long-running event, which reaches its 59th edition paying tribute to the living legend that is Paco del Gastor, and with artists such as María Terremoto, Cancanilla de Marbella, Dani de Morón, Gastor de Paco, Pepe Torres or Diego Carrasco ready to delight the audience.
– Where: Courtyard of the Salesian School of Morón de la Frontera (Seville).
– When: July 4th.
– To learn more: https://www.turismomoron.es/es/descubre-moron/flamenco/festival-flamenco-gazpacho-andaluz
The Yerbabuena
The singer from Cabecera Manuel Cordero He will be a prophet in his own land when he receives the Silver Mint Award at the 35th edition of this festival, a fixture on the calendars of all true aficionados. This year, María José Soriano, Pedro el Granaíno and Anabel Valencia, among others, are listed as guest stars.
– Where: Plaza del Santísimo Cristo de la Vera Cruz in Las Cabezas de San Juan (Seville)
– When: from June 19 to July 3
To learn more visit: https://expoflamenco.com/agenda/eventos/festival-flamenco-la-yerbabuena-las-cabezas-de-san-juan-2026/
Lebrija Snail
With 61 editions, this festival celebrates one of its most special editions in 2026, with a heartfelt tribute to Juan. Peña The man from Lebrija, in whose memory a statue will be unveiled. Among the figures invited, Pedro El Granaíno, María del Mar Moreno, Paqui Ríos, Caracolillo de Cádiz or Pepe Torres, among others.
– Where: Lebrija (Seville)
– When: July 8-18
– To learn more: https://www.lebrijaflamenca.com/2026/05/programa-completo-61-caracola-lebrijana/
"Undoubtedly many will be left out, but in ExpoFlamenco We wanted to select twelve summer festivals that every fan should enjoy at least once, or preferably more than once."
meeting of the Cante Jondo
Another classic of the summer calendar, founded by Francisco Moreno Galván and José Menese, which this year celebrates its 57th edition with fans, and does so in grand style with an impressive lineup, headlined by Mayte Martín, Ezequiel Benítez, Paqui Ríos, Rubito Hijo and Fuensanta La Moneta.
– Where: Hacienda La Fuenlonguilla in La Puebla de Cazalla (Seville)
– When: July 11
– To learn more: https://reunioncantejondo.com/
International Festival of Cante Flamenco from Lo Ferro
Approaching its 46th edition, the Murcia event surpasses itself once again with a top-notch lineup, featuring... El Pele, Dorantes, Jesús Méndez, Antonio Reyes, Paco Cepero, Sandra Carrasco, Ezequiel Benítez, Manuel Bandera or El Yiyo...among others, not forgetting the highly anticipated final of their competition cante.
- Where: Peña Flamenca Golden Melon
– When: July 19-25
– To learn more: https://www.loferroflamenco.com/
Bierzo at a touch
A festival has emerged in Ponferrada (León) that has quickly become a must-attend event for music aficionados throughout Spain. This year's lineup features names such as Arcángel, Estrella Morente, Farruquito, José del Tomate, Montse Cortés or the meeting of Torombo, Pepe Torres and La Repompa, in what promises to be a wonderful seven-day flamenco festival.
– Where: Energy Museum, La Térmica Cultural
– When: July 19-25
– To learn more: https://www.bierzoaltoque.com/
Stuttgart Flamenco Festival (Germany)
With the show Dead in love de Manuel Linan The sixteenth edition of this festival opens flamenco in the heart of Europe. The event, directed by Catarina Mora and Miguel Ángel, will include events such as the gala. Dancers, the long-awaited meeting of Little flamingos And a grand finale. A festival on the rise.
– Where: Theaterhaus Siemensstr (Germany)
– When: from July 31 to August 8
– To learn more: https://www.stuttgarterflamencofestival.com/
Tagarnina Fest
With only two editions, the festival in the mountain town of Algodonales (Cádiz) is on its way to establishing itself as a unique event, an example of revitalizing rural areas through... flamencoThe dancer Francis Hidalgo He directs an ambitious and highly enjoyable program, which invites you to explore a spectacular area of the region.
– Where: Various locations in Algodonales (Cadiz)
– When: August 20-22
– To learn more: https://www.algodonales.es/
Flamenco On Fire
The Andalusian rhythm is the thread running through the new edition of Flamenco On Fire, the festival that commemorates the gigantic figure of Sabicas and has put Pamplona on the map flamencoThis year the teacher inaugurates Mayte Martín and fosters stimulating encounters such as the one in Rafael Riqueni with the saxophonist Tim Ries (Rolling Stones) or Sandra Carrasco and David de Arahal with Ana Morales, and Pedro El Granaíno, Manuel Liñán, El Pele, La Tremendita or Yerai Cortés...among others. A feast on the eve of the Biennial.
– Where: Various locations in Pamplona (Navarra)
– When: August 21-29
– To learn more: https://www.flamencoonfire.com/
