Seville
Fair

The origins of Seville's Holy Week

Would you like to learn about the history of the Seville Fair?

In 1254, Alfonso X the Wise granted permission to hold one Fair in April and another in September, six years after his father had conquered Seville.

Carroza con caballos blancos pasa bajo un arco decorado en una feria.
Bailarinas flamencas en la Plaza de España, Sevilla, bajo el sol.
Plaza de toros vacía con gradas circulares y cielo despejado.

The Fair was created through the initiative of two councillors who petitioned the Plenary for the reinstatement of Seville’s fairs. Thus, the first Fair of modern times was born, inaugurated on 18th April 1847 at the Prado de San Sebastián. It featured 19 ‘casetas’ and was such a commercial and popular success that, by the following year, those in charge of livestock sales were already asking the municipality for a greater police presence because ‘the men and women of Seville, with their singing and dancing, were making it difficult to close deals’.

Personas en trajes tradicionales en una caravana festiva al aire libre.
Bailarina de flamenco en silueta contra fondo de pared de piedra.

What began as a purely commercial event has, over the years, been embraced by the people of Seville until reaching its present status as one of the most unique expressions of colour and joy, where locals and visitors alike enjoy the festivities for six days every year.

To discover more interesting facts about the Fair and tips on how to enjoy this festival like a local, visit this link

Seize the moment

This year, the Fair—our most internationally renowned festival—takes place between 22nd and 29th April.

We will be delighted to welcome you to Hotel Kivir. As we do every year, we decorate the hotel for the occasion so our guests can enjoy a special setting where you can take beautiful souvenir photos.

Mujeres bailando flamenco con coloridos trajes tradicionales.
Mujer en vestido rojo junto a dos caballos adornados.
Edificio blanco con detalles amarillos, puertas rojas, cielo azul.
Caballos con adornos en sus cabezas en fila frente a un toldo rayado.

The opening hours of monuments and shops are affected during the week. If you are interested in specially designed routes for the Seville Fair, flamenco dress hire, or anything else you may need, please consult us.

Due to the various activities taking place in Seville during the Fair, there are traffic restrictions affecting the city centre where we are located. For any enquiries regarding access to the hotel or getting around the area, please do not hesitate to contact us; it will be a pleasure to help you.

For more information on municipal services at the Real de la Feria, consult
this link.