✨ What makes it special
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See March 2027 entry for full description (I moved it to April since 2027 Easter is early). Includes all traditions: casetas (publ
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don't pay for fake "tickets" sold online (entry free)
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"casetas de hermandad" (brotherhood tents) often allow non-members if you ask politely—especially during day hours (4pm-8pm) befor
📷 Photos
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Feria de Abril (April Fair) — main event
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Feria de Abril (April Fair) — atmosphere
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Feria de Abril (April Fair) — crowd
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Feria de Abril (April Fair) — detail
Photos coming soon
📅 Calendar of events
10:00
Despertà — Wake-up firecrackers
Bands and firecrackers wake the city. Loud and chaotic.
14:00
Mascletà — Firecracker concert
Daily in main square. 5 minutes of chest-vibrating rhythmic explosions. Free.
19:00
Processions and parades
Flower offerings and civic processions.
22:00
Monument illuminations
Sculptures lit up dramatically. Best photography opportunity.
24:00
La Cremà — The burning
Children's monuments first, largest last. Main square is the grand finale.
Times approximate. Check official programme.
👁 Where to watch
🔥In the crowd (Free)
Full sensory experience — heat, noise, sparks. Wear old clothes.
🏠Private balconies (Paid)
Safe elevated view. Search Airbnb months ahead.
📸Side streets
Perpendicular streets give clear views and easier escape. Arrive 2hrs early.
🍺Bar terraces
More comfortable, less atmospheric. A drink buys you a table.
📖 Full description
See March 2027 entry for full description (I moved it to April since 2027 Easter is early). Includes all traditions: casetas (public tents at Calle Infierno, Calle Bética, Calle Río de la Plata), sevillanas dancing, horse parades, rebujito, alumbrao lighting, flamenco dresses, calle del Infierno amusement rides. Also: "Feria de Día" (Day Fair—afternoon drinking and dancing in casetas) and "Feria de Noche" (Night Fair—late night parties until 6am at night casetas). Pro tips : if you can't get into invitation-only casetas, the public casetas are identical in experience (drinks, music, dancing); don't pay for fake "tickets" sold online (entry free); "casetas de hermandad" (brotherhood tents) often allow non-members if you ask politely—especially during day hours (4pm-8pm) before they get crowded at night
✈️ How to get there
✈️By air
Sevilla Airport (SVQ) — 15min from centre. Direct from UK and Europe.
🚄By train
AVE from Madrid (2.5hr), Córdoba (45min), Málaga (2hr).
🚌By bus
ALSA from Madrid and Andalucía.
🚗By car
SE-30 ring road. Parking near centre is very difficult during Semana Santa.
🚇Getting around
Metro, buses, trams. Old town best on foot.
🎟 Tickets
Main events
Most fire festivals are free street events.
Additional events
Some ticketed enclosures for main burning areas — check official website.
⚠️ Important tip
Private apartment balconies can be rented via Airbnb months ahead.
💡 Insider tips
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Cover all exposed skin
Long sleeves and trousers — not shorts.
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Waterproof camera
Smoke and water will damage unprotected phones.
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Best moments are late
Fire festivals peak after midnight.