Throughout the year, towns and cities across Cantabria host events where tradition, music and local culture take over the streets. If you want to add something different to your days of beaches and nature, these three celebrations are a great opportunity to discover the region’s most festive side.

Batalla de Flores de Laredo, a colourful spectacle

At the end of August, Laredo hosts one of Cantabria’s most distinctive festivals: the Batalla de Flores de Laredo. Its main attraction is the spectacular floats decorated with thousands of natural flowers, which parade through the town like true ephemeral works of art.

Music, lively streets and the dedication of the groups that spend months preparing the floats complete a celebration that transforms the town.

If you’re staying at BLUESEA Noja, make the most of your holiday to visit Laredo and combine a different kind of day out with other places along Cantabria’s eastern coast.

Día de Cantabria, tradition and folklore

In Cabezón de la Sal, the Día de Cantabria takes place on the second Sunday of August, a day dedicated to the region’s customs and identity. Traditional music, dancing, markets and different displays of folklore turn the streets into a showcase of Cantabrian culture.

It’s a great opportunity to discover local traditions and experience a different side of Cantabria beyond its landscapes.

Virgen Grande, Torrelavega takes to the streets

Also in August, Torrelavega celebrates the Fiestas de la Virgen Grande, one of the highlights of its annual calendar. For several days, concerts, activities, shows and entertainment for all ages fill the city with a festive atmosphere.

From BLUESEA Noja, you can combine your days by the Cantabrian Sea with excursions around the region and experience one of these celebrations during your stay.

Laredo, Cabezón de la Sal and Torrelavega offer three different ways to experience Cantabria’s festivals: flowers, folklore and lively local celebrations. Three events that bring you closer to the region’s traditions and reveal how much Cantabria has to offer beyond its beaches.