About this Event:
The Tamborada Drum Festival and Easter Week in Hellín is a famous celebration in Spain. It is known for the large number of drummers in the streets. About 20,000 drums are played during the festival. The drummers wear purple or black clothes, with matching trousers, scarves, and head coverings. Local people also make traditional drums. People play drums to show their feelings during the celebration of Jesus Christ’s death and return to life.
Date & Time:
The Tamborada Drum Festival and Easter Week in Hellín 2027 will take place from Thursday, 25 March, to Sunday, 28 March 2027.
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Venue & Location:
The Festival 2027 will take place throughout the streets and squares of Hellín, Albacete, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain.
Staying overnight?
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Full programme
25 March – Maundy Thursday: The main drum celebration starts at midnight and continues through the night.
26 March – Good Friday: Calvary procession in the morning and the Holy Burial procession at night.
27 March – Holy Saturday: Drummers return to the streets for the final night of Tamborada.
28 March – Easter Sunday: The drum celebrations end.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to help you plan your visit.
Is the Tamborada celebrated every year?
Yes, it is an annual tradition celebrated during Holy Week and Easter.
What happens during the main Tamborada?
The main drum celebration starts at midnight on Maundy Thursday, when thousands of people play drums in the streets.
Is the Tamborada Drum Festival free to attend?
Yes, the street drum celebrations and public processions are free to watch.
When will the Tamborada Drum Festival take place in 2027?
The festival will take place from 25 to 28 March 2027 in Hellín, Spain.
Where is the Tamborada Drum Festival celebrated?
It takes place in Hellín, in the province of Albacete, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain.
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