Events in Bilbao
Saint Agueda's Day
4 February
This historic festival features parades of children's choirs performing on the city streets, dressed in traditional costumes.
Semana Santa
March-April
Holy Week is celebrated with many solemn parades accompanied by bands of drummers and trumpeters as well as re-enactments of Christ's final days, and there is bull running in the nearby fishing village of Zumaia.
Bilbao BBK Live
July
Bilbao's three-day answer to Glastonbury has a great line-up, balmy camping spots in a great green expanse, cheaper tickets, and more assured weather conditions. Headliners such as Kings of Leon, Depeche Mode and Green Day, and plenty of DJs get the party started.
Aste Nagusia
August
Attracting huge crowds, 'Big Week' sees 10 days of cultural events and festivals throughout Bilbao, including traditional music, concerts, dancing, bullfighting, boat races, sporting events and fireworks.
Festival Internacional de Titeres
November
This famous local storytelling festival attracts puppeteers from countries including Africa and Russia, bringing displays of local traditions and beautifully made puppets, and spectators from all over the world.