Feria de Abril – Seville Fair – 14 -20 April 2024
Seville opens its doors to a great event that is essence and part of its profound culture, history and folklore, the Feria de Abril which will take place from 14 to 20 April, a week in which the charming Andalusian capital will live with joy, cheerfulness, intensity and great participation enjoying unique moments.
The history of the Feria de Abril dates back almost two centuries ago, exactly from 1846 when it was decided to celebrate an annual fair lasting three days dedicated to agriculture, the trade and selling of livestock in the month of April through the intercession of the councilors Narciso Bonaplata and Jose Maria Ibarra.
Over the years, the agricultural-commercial face of this event changed considerably, transforming itself into a sort of festival animated by the desire to have fun, enjoying delicious gastronomy, typical local dances such as the famous "Sevillanas", reaching a fame and prestige that went beyond the Iberian borders, becoming an event internationally renowned.
The fairground animated by numerous stands transforms into the main hub of the city in a very lively atmosphere starting with the moment of lighting with different colored bulbs highlighting the main entrance door giving the weekday enclosure a unique and fascinating image.
The “Feria” is also celebrated on the streets of
the complex with the opportunity of free access to some stands which are open
to the public with information available at the entrance o the Fair.
Folklore and local traditions come together to form a unique scenario with women wearing typical "flamencos" and gypsy costumes and men wearing peasant and traditional clothes.
During the daytime in the space where the "feria" takes place you will be able to admire splendidly decorated carriages which can also be rented, men and women on horseback all that give life to the famous "cabalgada".
Not to be missed near the complex is Calle del Infierno which is a very lively area ideal for enjoying tapas and various drinks.
Every afternoon in the Plaza de Toros de La Maestranza located near the river Guadalquivir bullfights take place representing an important and historical local traditon with the opportunity to purchase tickets and season tickets online or by calling the Maestranza offices.
The grand final of the Feria de Abril after a week lived with great intensity will be enlivened by a magnificent fireworks display which marks the end of this great Sevillian event which is very significant in its concept of see you next year.
Link : https://www.spain.info/en/calendar/april-fair/
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