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Madrid doesn’t need an excuse to throw a party. Like, they’ve basically turned celebration into an Olympic sport. And 2026 is looking absolutely stacked with festivals—whether you’re into traditional Spanish vibes with old-school dancing, massive Pride parades that take over half the city, or world-class art that’ll make your Instagram feed jealous. Here’s the thing:…

If you think Bilbao‘s just about the Guggenheim and pintxos, you’re missing half the story. This city knows how to party—Basque style. We’re talking nine-day festivals with fireworks every night, bonfire-jumping traditions older than most European countries, and carnival characters that look like they escaped from a fever dream. Whether you’re planning a 2026 trip…