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Holy Week Seville 2026: dates, itineraries and complete guide to seeing the processions

Seville’s Holy Week 2026 is one of Spain’s most important religious and cultural celebrations. Every year, it attracts thousands of visitors who come to see the impressive processions of the brotherhoods, the floats, the penitents, and to listen to the traditional saetas that echo through the streets of the historic centre.

If you are thinking of travelling or simply want to know when Holy Week is in Seville in 2026, here is a complete guide with dates, a daily calendar, itineraries and tips to help you enjoy it to the fullest.

When is Holy Week in Seville in 2026

Holy Week in Seville in 2026 will be celebrated from Sunday 29th March to Sunday 5th April 2026.

During these days, dozens of brotherhoods will parade through Seville, making their penitential procession to the Cathedral.

The calendar is as follows:

Day Date Celebration
Palm Sunday March 29, 2026 Start of Holy Week
Holy Monday March 30, 2026 Processions throughout the city
Holy Tuesday March 31, 2026 Historic brotherhoods take part
Holy Wednesday April 1, 2026 Traditional brotherhood processions
Maundy Thursday April 2, 2026 Very popular processions
La Madrugá Early morning of April 3, 2026 One of the most anticipated moments
Good Friday April 3, 2026 Solemn processions
Holy Saturday April 4, 2026 Final processions
Easter Sunday April 5, 2026 End of Holy Week celebrations

Best places to see Holy Week in Seville

If you want to enjoy the processions without too many crowds, it is best to choose your location carefully.

Very popular areas

  • Plaza de la Campana
  • Calle Sierpes
  • Seville Cathedral
  • Plaza del Salvador

The atmosphere here is spectacular, but it is usually very crowded.

Less crowded places

Some quieter areas include:

  • Neighbourhoods away from the centre
  • Streets along the route before entering the Carrera Oficial
  • Large squares where the processions stop

Many visitors prefer to watch the processions in narrower streets, where they can get a closer look at the floats.

Frequently asked questions about Holy Week in Seville 2026

How many brotherhoods take part in Holy Week in Seville?

More than 60 brotherhoods participate, each with its own float, route and tradition.

What is the most important day?

Many consider La Madrugá to be the most emblematic moment, when well-known brotherhoods such as La Macarena and El Gran Poder take part in the processions.

What is the best day to see it?

It depends on what you are looking for:

  • Festive atmosphere: Palm Sunday
  • Intense tradition: Holy Wednesday or Holy Thursday
  • Most famous processions: La Madrugá

Enjoy Holy Week 2026 from the Hotel Casa del Poeta

Experiencing Holy Week in Seville is truly unforgettable. The atmosphere in the streets, the sound of the bands, the devotion of the brotherhoods and the beauty of the floats create a unique celebration that attracts visitors from all over the world every year.

If you are planning to visit the city during Holy Week in Seville in 2026, choosing the right place to stay can make a big difference to your experience. Staying in the historic centre allows you to be close to many of the main processions and enjoy the authentic atmosphere of the celebration.

From the Hotel Casa del Poeta, located in the heart of Seville’s old town, you can experience the magic of Holy Week just a few steps away from the most emblematic streets and procession routes. It is an ideal place to immerse yourself in the tradition, culture and beauty of one of Spain’s most spectacular celebrations, while enjoying comfort and tranquillity after a day exploring the city.

Whether it’s your first time in Seville or you’re returning to relive the experience, Holy Week is the perfect time to discover the city and its traditions in an unforgettable way.

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