Carnival

9 - 19 February

THE biggest event of the year, bar none, the Canary islands erupt with colour, noise and laughter as everyone dances, sings, feasts and otherwise has as much fun as possible.

Las Fallas

15 - 19 March

A traditional festival to welcome the spring, the massive entertainments centre around three fabulous statues erected in districts around the city, which are burnt at the end of the festivities.

St Johns Day

23 - 24 June

La Cala, Central Market and Old Town areas are the place to be for this traditional festival, when bonfires of St. John are burned.

Moors and Christians

Last week of September

Another major traditional festival, this one commemorates the expulsion of the Moorish empire from Iberian soil, and involves three days of festivities culminating in a spectacular parade. Definitely worth a look-see!

Fiestas of the Town

Second Friday of November

The town's patron saints, El Virgen del Suffrage and Jaime Apostle, are honoured with a long running festival, which offers the chance for everything from feasting to partying.