Festivals in Laredo

Local festivals of Laredo

The most recognisable party in Laredo is the Batalla de Flores. The BOE collects the granting of the title of Festival of National Tourist Interest, and tradition places it on the last Friday of August, with floats covered in natural flowers taking centre stage.

• Name of the municipality's festivities: Laredo Flower Battle, along with other summer cultural and festive events published by the City Council each year.
• Main celebration day: last Friday in August; in 2026 the 28 August, although the annual programme must be confirmed on the municipal website.
• Usual duration: The main day is concentrated in one day, but the preparation of floats and the associated programming extend over the previous days and the summer period.
• Usual places: urban circuit around Alameda Miramar and downtown streets, with a festive atmosphere in the town and visual references to the bay and La Salvé beach.
• Associated traditions: allegorical floats decorated with natural flowers, work by teams of float drivers, music, brass bands, club atmosphere, visiting public and fireworks.
• Who participates: City Council, coach drivers, clubs, associations, neighbors, families, visitors and municipal organisation and security services.
• Local public holiday: A specific official Laredo work calendar for 2026 has not been located within this intervention; Out of caution, a closed local public holiday is not stated.
• Other cultural events: municipal agenda, summer activities, tourist programming, events in Puebla Vieja and events linked to the beach and Pejina cultural life.
• Otras ofertas culturales: Puebla Vieja, maritime heritage, La Salvé beach, port, coastal walks, surroundings of Santoña bay and nearby natural spaces.

Detailed information on individual celebrations:

• Battle of Flores de Laredo