What’s On In Rioja

Cultural Rioja's Jazz season continues to grow under the name Mayo Jazzea, enveloping Logroño with rhythms and melodies typical of this genre during the month of May.

These festivals have been designated as of National Tourist Interest due to their historical significance, uniqueness, and the variety of events commemorating Santo Domingo and his deeds and miracles.

In the old town of Briones (La Rioja), nearly 700 people are getting ready to dress as 14th-century Castilian townspeople and decorate the streets and doorways of the noble houses.

On the night of 23 June, the festivities begin with the night of San Juan, where the "San Juan" bonfires and the "Amanecer del Chocolate" (Chocolate Dawn) are celebrated first thing in the morning. At twelve noon in the Plaza de la Paz the chupinazo is launched from the balconies of the Town Hall after …

The 25th of June is the day of the Patron Saint, Saint Felices de Bilibio, an anchorite saint who was the teacher of San Millán, and a procession is held in his honour.

Ascend a mountain in Rioja to partake in the Haro Wine Festival, also referred to as Batalla Del Vino De Haro. The event occurs annually in Haro, Rioja, Spain

Haro’s famous Wine Battle takes place on the same date every year. It is to celebrate the saints John, Felices and Paul, but for many the main attraction is definitely the opportunity to throw wine at your friends!

Logroño exuberantly commemorates the Rioja Wine Harvest Festival, traditionally referred to as the San Mateo festivities. The town is vibrant and lively during a celebration that prominently features wine and grapes. A variety of activities are available, including the traditional foot-crushing of grapes and the presentation of the first must to the Virgen de Valvanera. …