November, that transitional period halfway between fall and Christmas plans, offers a wealth of possibilities in Seville.
As the midseason winds down, with exams approaching and relatively “cool” weather, November promises cultural and culinary events of all kinds that you shouldn’t miss.
The first signs of fall in Seville come to life with the traditional events that mark the calendar. From the Guadalquivir Night Run to the White Night, featuring the bustling Seville Book Fair.
In 2026, Seville’s major literary gathering returns to the Murillo Gardens, a location surrounded by greenery and history at the foot of the Santa Cruz neighborhood that has won over the public since moving from the central Plaza Nueva.
The Candlelight concerts have long been established in Seville as one of the city’s premier musical experiences. The concept remains the same: programs spanning different genres performed by intimate musical ensembles, set in incredible locations and surrounded by hundreds of candles.
A now-classic tradition that brings these events together in Seville throughout the month of November.
- Tribute to Joan Manuel Serrat at the Seville Aquarium (November 7)
- The Best of Mecano Amid Hundreds of Candles (November 7)
- The Best of LODVG at the Seville Aquarium (November 14)
- Pianist Pepe Fernández will perform Ludovico Einaudi’s best pieces (November 14)
- Tribute to Hans Zimmer at the luxurious Hotel Alfonso XIII (November 15)
- Candlelight: The Best of the ’80s (November 20)
- Mozart vs. Beethoven performed by a string quartet (November 20)
- Tribute to Leiva by String Quartet at the Aquarium (November 21)
- Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” Live and by Candlelight (November 21)
- “La ley innata,” featuring a string quartet amid hundreds of candles (November 22)
- Tribute to Michael Jackson at the Alfonso XIII (November 27)
- Taylor Swift Tribute at the Seville Aquarium (November 28)
- The best of Bad Bunny will be heard in Seville amid hundreds of candles (November 28)
Seville has a long-standing tradition that irrevocably links All Saints’ Day with Don Juan Tenorio. Well-established for years, the dramatized tours of the San Fernando Cemetery have become a classic attraction that has drawn more than 35,000 people.
Zorrilla’s famous play will be performed once again at the Seville cemetery through December 8. Dates, ticket prices, and other details can be found in our article.
Biennales and fairs follow one after another from the very first signs of fall to remind us of the joys of routine. And it’s in November that events like “Sevilla de Boda & Celebraciones”—the major wedding fair returning to FIBES on November 7 and 8—take center stage.
Under the inspiring motto “Celebrate Whatever You Want,” the event becomes the ideal gathering for those who are in the midst of planning their wedding or organizing ambitious celebrations.
Now in its 29th edition, the fair is revamping its winning formula: bringing together in one place everything needed to turn any idea into an unforgettable day. The organizers have released the first tickets at a special introductory price of €5.50.
The former Convent of Santa Clara houses a space of the same name dedicated to exhibitions, concerts, performing arts, and literary activities. It’s a sort of cultural hub set in a beautiful building where you can lose yourself in the charm of everything from the cloister to the interior gardens.
Starting in October, you can visit the Espacio Santa Clara to see “KINPAKU: Nature, Power, and Imagination in Japanese Art,” an exhibition that features light as its unexpected protagonist.
Kinpaku, Japanese gold leaf, covers the backgrounds of ten folding screens and sixteen fans dating from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Each piece appears different depending on how the light hits it. The exhibition will remain open through January 10, 2027.
November in Seville is the month of *Don Juan Tenorio*, which is why dozens of the city’s historic sites will host dramatized tours or performances dedicated to this time-honored play in the coming weeks.
Tomateatro returns to the courtyard of the Colegio Santa Ana with José Zorrilla’s play, presenting a production that places *Don Juan Tenorio* just a few meters from the audience, right in the heart of the Andalusian courtyard.
Following the success of last year’s edition, the company returns to the stage in the courtyard of the Colegio Santa Ana, under the direction of Gustavo A. García and featuring a cast of 30 actors.
The text remains faithful to José Zorrilla’s original, although the company has taken the liberty of including some additions.
The Seville Nativity Scene Merchants Association (ACOBE) is once again organizing this popular craft fair between Seville Cathedral and the Archivo de Indias. This 33rd edition will take place from November 7 through December 22.
The other major themed event that kicks off the Christmas season in Seville is, of course, the lighting of the Christmas lights.
Avenue of the Constitution is packed, with a huge number of cell phones held aloft, ready to snap a photo after the countdown. Families, couples, and individuals alike await the moment when Seville’s Christmas season kicks off.
The official holiday lighting in Seville is expected to be turned on during the last weekend of the month, specifically on either Friday, November 27, or Saturday, November 28, 2026, and the city will remain illuminated until January 6, 2027 (with takedown beginning on January 7). This was reported by 101tv pending official confirmation from the Seville City Council.
It’s well known that Seville, well into fall, experiences a surge of events, with a particular emphasis on culinary offerings. QuesArte has already made its appearance in 2026, and the third edition of Chicharfest—the festival dedicated to chicharrón in Seville—will take place very soon.
A culinary delight that boasts a large following and returns with its own event in Seville.
The event will take place on November 13, 14, and 15, 2026, at Fernando de Magallanes Park, bringing together producers, artisans, and restaurateurs. The goal is clear: to honor and elevate this dish, one of the most famous local tapas.
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An immersive virtual reality experience that recreates the historic 1953 expedition to Mount Everest. It will be on display at Eclipso Cultural Adventures (Seville) and begins on September 30, 2026.
The Seville European Film Festival (SEFF) returns once again to Seville and will take place in early November. Specifically, this popular celebration of cinema will kick off on November 6.
Through November 14, there will be screenings, meet-and-greets between the public and industry professionals, tributes, and exhibitions.
Arcade Planet was born out of the passion of five retro video game collectors, who have spent the last six years bringing the world of 1980s arcade machines to Dos Hermanas.
And in this regard, they have—almost without realizing it—created the largest video game expo in Spain and one of the most important in Europe right here in Seville.
*Cecilia: A Light of Morning* (November 9), *The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1* (November 20), and *The Director*, the latest film by Dani de la Torre (November 27), are just a few of the titles awaiting us this month.
You’ll be able to enjoy them in the fantastic theaters of Yelmo Cines Premium in Seville, brought to you by Fever.
Stroll through downtown Seville and discover the events that shook its residents to the core. You’ll learn a little more about the rich history embodied by the Santa Cruz neighborhood.
A guide will tell you about the history of the Romans, Arabs, Jews, and Christians, as well as some mysteries and ghost stories. 15 stops and an interpretation of Seville’s history.
