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Time your visit to Viver with one of the many festivals that take place here. Mark your calendar and don’t miss a thing!

Viver’s many festivals are a great excuse for visiting this quaint town situated in the county of El Alto Palancia, Castellón. The historic streets transform and the festive atmosphere is contagious. Find out about the festivals that take place in Viver, month by month, and plan your next trip around your fave celebration.

The new year ushers in the Three Kings Parade, enjoyed by everyone, especially the kids. January also welcomes San Antón Festival, which comprises animal blessings and tucking into traditional ring biscuits. Not to mention open-air stages, communal games and horse racing! February makes way for carnival, with parades and dressed-up dancing galore. The festivities continue into March with Holy Week and the Patron Saint Festival in honour of San Francisco de Paula during Easter. This festival features a big bonfire and the special delicacy of blessed Holy Rice, preserving a tradition that spans four centuries.

Summer arrives and the festivals in Viver continue with San Roque Festival consisting of a big outdoor stage and a pilgrimage. Lastly, between September and October, there’s more patron saint celebrations with religious ceremonies and a bullfighting week. Pick your favourite and plan your trip to Viver during festival time to see what all the fuss is about!