April is a month full of things to do, even more so in Seville. Although Holy Week overshadows most activities, we want to enrich the rest of April and suggest plans to round off the spring month.
Here are our suggestions for alternative leisure activities.
The classicCinderellacomes to Seville in a different format: Ballet of Lights. In this show, traditional ballet blends with a light show wherethe dancers perform in fluorescent costumesthat glow in the dark.
It’s a different way to experience classical dance, perfect whether you’re already a ballet fan or discovering it for the first time.
The acclaimed Sevilla Swing festival celebrates its twelfth anniversary this year with an unprecedented program from April 9 to 12. This event has been held for 14 years now, making it one of the oldest festivals in the city.
For this edition, the Alameda Theater will host a performance by Louise Perret & Sébastien Giniaux Gipsy Quarte. A show that intertwines chanson, gypsy jazz, and world music in an elegant and emotional repertoire. Additionally, Cynthia Sayer & Joyride will perform on April 11 at the same venue—perfect for lovers of hot jazz and swing .
Candlelight is rolling out its arsenal of venues and musical offerings to bring us a wide variety of programs throughout the month of April in Seville. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming up:
Holy Week falls between March 29 and April 5 in 2026, and Seville has everything ready to host one of its major events. Processions filling the streets, hand-kissing ceremonies, brotherhoods in full swing, religious music, seasonal sweets, and parallel activities.
This guide will help you organize your plans and schedule so you can make the most of the coming spring and Seville’s Holy Week.
More musical events: concerts in Seville in April
Famous voices, chamber music series, jazz, and many other genres are coming to the city this month. Among them are Fito y Fitipaldis, El Kanka, Beret, Morrissey, and Mägo de Oz.
These are just a few of the concerts scheduled for this February in Seville and one of the best treats you can treat yourself to.
- Chica sobresalto (Sala Malandar): April 9
- Pedro Pastor (Sala Malandar): April 10
- Nolasco (Cartuja Center Cite): April 10
- White Queen Tribute to Queen (Sala Custom): April 10
- Vera Fauna (Pandora): April 10
- 091 (Sala Custom): April 11
- Leo Middea (Sala Malandar): April 13
- FM 40th Anniversary (Sala Custom): April 15
- Jakub Józef Orliński (Teatro de la Maestranza: April 15
- Queralt Lahoz (Sala Malandar): April 16
- Teenage Fanclub (Sala Malandar): April 17
- Insólito (Pandora) Leire Martínez: April 18
- Miguelichi López (Sala Custom): April 18
- Ters (Sala Malandar): April 18
- Ambkor (Sala Custom): April 25
- UNUSUAL – Motoreta’s Burrito Cachimba Derby (Cartuja Center Cite): April 30
Deep within the century-old León neighborhood, Ricmaiz Estudio emerges.
Neither a pastry shop nor a lab nor a sweet house. In this unclassifiable space, you’ll likely find Seville’s best desserts and one of the city’s newest—yet already essential—gastronomic experiences.
Catalan chef and consultant Ricard Martínez breaks away from traditional concepts and democratizes haute patisserie through his sweet tastings.
As if it were a liturgical ceremony, attendees are gathered around a table where more than just the palate will be stimulated.
The performances take place once a month in two limited-seating evening shows .
The program, which changes every six months, revolves around a theme centered on seasonal and locally sourced produce. The upcoming performances are scheduled for April 9, 10, and 11; and May 14, 15, and 16.
The Andalusian Center for Contemporary Art ( CAAC) continues its free series “Dance at the CAAC.” At each session, attendees can enjoy two contemporary dance pieces.
With this new series, the CAAC renews its commitment to new choreographic languages and Andalusian creativity, fostering a dialogue between dance and the museum’s historic spaces.
‘Dance at the CAAC’ pays special attention to Andalusian choreographers, both those who work within the region and those who do so outside of it, without ruling out proposals from other geographical contexts.
This April, the performance will take place on Sunday the 12th at 12:00 p.m.
A Festival of International Tourist Interest and a major event for Sevillians, domestic tourists, international visitors, and residents of the province and surrounding areas, the April Fair in Seville will be held in 2026 from Monday, April 20, to Sunday, April 26.
This major event will bring together sevillanas, lanterns, rebujito, its iconic alumbrao, the entrance (this is how it will look this year), and the expectation of a massive crowd.
Electrolunch XXL
Electrolunch XXL, Seville’s major outdoor electronic music festival, has announced the dates for the remainder of the season.
12 hours of music, workshops, a space for the little ones, crafts, and food trucks. This February, the monthly event will take place on Saturday , April 11 .
The Royal Artillery Factory premieres ‘Artillera’ this month, an ambitious initiative by the Seville City Council to establish the city as an “artistic hub in Southern Europe.” Coordinated by the Department of Tourism and Culture and produced by David Linde, the series aims to connect local creators with the most cutting-edge national trends.
On April 19, an exclusive project by Guillermo Weickert will be presented; ticket prices are still to be determined.
The Jury Experience is an immersive theater production thatplaces the audience in the role ofa jury.
Through the presentation offorensic evidence, testimonies, andlive cross-examinations, attendees will analyze the facts of a criminal case to deliver a verdict.
The performances will take place in the second half of March and promise to be one of the most original (and thrilling) events on the cultural calendar.
This seasonal treat is a delicacy that tempts thousands of Sevillians and tourists to break their diets. All it takes is one bite to lose your senses.
In Seville, we have torrijas in hundreds of styles and flavors, for every budget and in any setting. To help you decide where to try them, we’ve put together a route so you can savor this delicacy wherever you are. It’s one of the must-do activities this April in Seville.
Since the first motion picture was screened, the world of cinema has changed dramatically, transforming the way we consume entertainment to this day.
Movies continue to stir passions even as theaters struggle against the impact of streaming platforms. This month features major releases such as Calle Málaga ( April 1); La grazia, Sorrentino’s latest (April 1); Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair ( April 10); and The Devil Wears Prada 2 ( April 30).
Exhibition: ‘De ida y vuelta’ at Espacio Mondo
Starting March 20, Espacio Mondo “De Ida y Vuelta, ” the first solo exhibition in Spain by ceramicist Dyron Lafuente.
This exhibition, which will be open until the end of April, offers a deeply autobiographical journey through the cities that have shaped the artist’s life—Havana, Madrid, Miami, and Seville itself—to explore the experience of migration and the construction of identity in transit.
Through an emotional map captured in ceramics, Lafuente moves away from victim narratives to propose an affirmative and dynamic vision of rootedness, establishing itself as one of the most reflective and necessary cultural offerings on Seville’s calendar this month.
Zoco del Parque de María Luisa
On the third Sunday of every month, around a hundred stalls gather in María Luisa Park, making this Sunday market a must-visit event. Stopping by this market is clearly one of the best weekend plans to enjoy under the sun.
Additionally, and as a special event for the April Fair, on Saturday, April 11, it will present its flamenco edition from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Enjoy a flamenco class and learn this beautiful art form at the “A Compás” Dance Studio, located in the heart of downtown Seville. Thanks to its two professional instructors, Elisa La Morá and Diaa Homsy, you’ll gain a deep understanding of flamenco dance, its codes, and its essence.
First, you’ll delve into the world of flamenco through rhythm by learning how to clap. Then, you’ll learn simple footwork steps and traditional movements. Finally, you’ll perform a short basic choreography.
In Seville, there are terraces everywhere you look, and they’re always packed. There’s something for everyone, from the most cosmopolitan to the most bohemian, and they all have that certain je ne sais quoi that makes us happy (we also get that curious feeling called “showing off”).
Sevillian-style terrace hopping is an anthropological necessity, and today we’ll show you the best terraces in Seville so you don’t miss out on the tradition.
Seville is an expert at surprising us, and the Sierra Norte is no exception. April brings with it unmistakable spring scenes that inspire excursions, getaways, and, of course, hikes.
The province is full of charming towns in the heart of the Sierra with incredible hiking trails. Without a doubt, one of the best ways to enjoy the month of April in Seville.
Lanterns, sevillanas, andAndalusian tapas.Broadly speaking, theApril Faircould be summed up by these three elements—color, music, and cuisine. However, the Real is not the only venue hosting this festival.
Seville’s iconicAlfonso XIIIHotelis once again joining in the celebrations surrounding this big week andwill host a mini Feria de Abril at its facilitiesfrom April 21 to 26.
The Andalusian Public Foundation Barenboim-Said, affiliated with the Regional Ministry of Culture and Sports, offers free concerts in the chapel of the Palacio de San Telmo. This is the 13th edition of the San Telmo Abierto music series, which runs from Friday, March 20, through May 29.
This intimate venue, rich in history and heritage, hosts a concertorganized by the foundationevery Fridayat 7:30 p.m.