San Juan in Almería. Photo by Diario de Almería.
With the arrival of June, towns across Almería gear up for their most cherished celebrations. From historical reenactments to religious processions, local fiestas are a vital part of early summer in the province.
Among the most vibrant are the Moros y Cristianos festivities in Vera, Mojácar, and Carboneras. The first two celebrate during the weekend of June 6 to 8, while Carboneras honours San Antonio de Padua the following week.
San Juan, on June 24, is another major date. Though not a national holiday, it’s a local festivo in Almería city and five other municipalities: Benitagla, Garrucha, Huércal de Almería, Tahal, and Terque. Expect bonfires, beach gatherings, and late-night dips in the sea to mark the occasion.
El Ejido also comes alive later in the month with celebrations for San Isidro Labrador, running from June 25 to 29, including parades, music, and plenty of local flavour.
Altogether, 17 towns in Almería have local holidays this month, as allowed by Andalusian labour regulations, which give each municipality the freedom to choose two annual festivos.
There are no regional or national holidays in June, making these local events perfect opportunities to explore community traditions, meet neighbours, and enjoy a slower pace in the early summer sun.
