Peñas de Guardia
Location: Various "Peñas" (Flamenco Clubs)
Dates: September, October, November
web: sevillafederacionflamenca.es
Peñas are cultural associations, and for flamenco these are some of the best places to see young artists in a more local setting. The "Peñas de Guardia" series features different flamenco performances by local artists each week. Ticket prices are around 6 Euros, and most start times are 22:00. Some of the peñas participating in Seville are: El Chozas, Flamenca Cantes Al Aire, Torres Macarena, Niño Ricardo, El Turruñuelo, Cerro del Águila, and Pies Plomos.

Noches en los Jardines del Real Alcázar
Location: Real Alcázar Gardens
Dates: 29 Jun - 11 Sep
web: Actidea.com; Calendar of concerts
A chance to see a number of different bands and music genres in a great location and at a great price. The setting is the open air gardens in the Alcázar, and the concert series is now in its tenth year. Tickets cost just 4 - 5€ and shows last approximately one hour. One of the most popular things to do in the summer, the doors open around 21:00 with an hour or so of bar service. Concerts typically begin around 22:30!

Cines de Verano
Locations: Patio de la Diputación; Universidad de Sevilla
Dates: 30 Jun - 18 Sep (22:30 start time)
A cheap way to enjoy a movie (3€), with recent releases in Patio de la Diputación and a mix at the University, with themes cased on actors and directors such as Paul Newman or Steven Soderbergh. All in an outdoor setting complete with a bar, popcorn, hot dogs, sandwiches, tapas, beer and drinks. Cines de verano, what amounts to an outdoor screening, are a part of summer in Seville. I really love these and the ability to get up and stretch your legs without missing any of the action. It's like a drive-in without the cars.

XV Bienal Flamenco
Location: Various locations in the city
Dates: 15 Sep - 9 Oct
Web: bienal-flamenco.org
Bringing together the best musicians and dancers the XVI Bienal de Flamenco began in 1980 and has been going strong for 30 years. Of course as it's a bi-annual event this is the fifteenth installment which will last for about a month and include a multitude of venues throughout the city. This is one of the most popular flamenco events in the world, and aside from the official program there are many flamenco shows and events scheduled to coincide with the Bienal. For more information check out the official site: bienal-flamenco.org . Or consult the schedule in pdf format directly here.

Feria de las Naciones
Location: Prado de San Sebastian
Dates: 16 Sep - 1 Nov
After two years in the Parque Maria Luisa, the Festival returns to Prado. This time around the Festival de las Naciones in Sevilla will be in it's 15th year? I've lost track. The Festival runs for about a month and a half, from the mid-September to early November. You can sample different foods at the various stands. Almost all include seating and table service, if you can get a table. Also part of the Festival are musical and dance performances as well as plenty of small shops where you can "shop by country". More information on my page dedicated to the festival.

Feria de San Miguel
Location: Feria grounds / Plaza de Toros
Dates: 24 - 26 Sep
For many years - about 30, actually - this fair was put on hold in Seville, until it's revival in 2001. Now going on 10 years strong, the Feria de San Miguel in Seville is an attraction which has a strong draw both inside and outside of Spain. Similar to the Feria de Abril, at least casetas are put up in the fair grounds - but much smaller. This is also one of the last chances you'll get to see a bullfight this season, and after a long summer break tickets can be difficult to find. If you miss out then October 12th is generally the last chance to see a bullfight.

Feria de San Miguel
Location: Plaza de Toros
Dates: 26 - 28 Sep
For many years - about 30, actually - this fair was put on hold in Seville, until it's revival in 2001. Now going on 8 years strong, the Feria de San Miguel in Seville is an attraction which has a strong draw both inside and outside of Spain. And the main reason so many come to Seville for this weekend: this is one of the last chances you'll get to see a bullfight this season, and after a long summer break tickets can be difficult to find.

XV Bienal Flamenco
Location: Various locations in the city
Dates: 10 Sep - 11 Oct
Web: bienal-flamenco.org
Bringing together the best musicians and dancers the XV Bienal de Flamenco began in 1980 and has been going strong for almost 30 years. Of course as it's a bi-annual event this is the fifteenth installment which will last for about 30 days and include a multitude of venues throughout the city. This is one of the most popular flamenco events in the world, and aside from the offical program there are many flamenco shows and events scheduled to coincide with the Bienal. For more information check out the official site: bienal-flamenco.org . Or consult the schedule directly here.




Feria de San Miguel
Location: Feria Grounds (Los Remedios)
Dates: 26 - 28 Sep
For many years - about 30, actually - this fair was put on hold in Seville, until it's revival in 2001. Now going on 10 years strong, the Feria de San Miguel in Seville is an attraction which has a strong draw both inside and outside of Spain. This is one of the last chances you'll get to see a bullfight this season, and after a long summer break tickets can be difficult to find.







Feria de las Naciones
Location: Prado de San Sebastian
Dates: 25 Sep - 2 Nov
After two years in the Parque Maria Luisa, the Festival returns to Prado. This time around the Festival de las Naciones in Sevilla will be in it's 14th year? I honestly don't remember. The Festival runs for over a month, from the end of September to early November. You can sample different foods at the various stands. Almost all include seating and table service, if you can get a table. Also part of the Festival are musical and dance performances as well as plenty of small shops where you can "shop by country". More information on my page dedicated to the festival.





Bienal Flamenco
Location: Several locations in Seville
Dates: 13 Sep - 15 Oct
web: bienal-flamenco.org
Perhaps the largest event in the world dedicated to flamenco,
The BIenal Flamenco comes to Seville every two years, and attracts visitors from across the globe. The majority of the performances take place in the following venues: Teatro Lope de Vega, Teatro Alameda, Teatro Central, Teatro de la Maestranza, and Hotel Triana. If you plan on visiting Seville between the dates of 13 Sep - 15 Oct, book your accommodation ahead of time!



Peñas de Guardia
Location: Peñas Flamenca en Sevilla
Dates: Sep - Oct
One of the many activities to cooincide with the Bienal Flamenco, almost every night there is a performance scheduled in one of the peñas flamencas in Seville (city or surrounding towns). Many are free, while others will have an entrance fee of about 6 Euros. Some of the venues include the following peñas: Torres Macarena, El Chozas, Jumoza 3, Cantes al Aire, Niño Reicardo, Pies Plamo and Cerro del Águila.

Cines de Verano
Locations: Patio de la Diputación; Universidad de Sevilla
Dates: 15 Jul - 19 Sep (generally 22:30 start time)
A cheap way to enjoy a movie (3€), with recent releases in Patio de la Diputación and a mix at the University, where the screenings are free until filled up. All in an outdoor setting complete with a bar, popcorn, hot dogs, sandwiches, tapas, beer and drinks. Cines de verano, what amounts to an outdoor screening, are a part of summer in Seville. I really love these and the ability to get up and stretch your legs without missing any of the action. It's like a drive-in without the cars.